R.A.I.D.

R.A.I.D. ROYAL ACADEMY of ILLUSTRATION & DESIGN

[ a creator driven ecosystem ] R.A.I.D. R.A.I.D., a place for creatives by creatives.

is home to The RAID Studio, an artist collective, with a community facing GALLERY showcasing international comic & pop-culture art, with an onsite cafe feat. El Almacen ()

Our directive is to provide an ecosystem for creatives. With dedicated workspaces, lounges, meeting room with full media suite, dining area, a ventilated special projects room (for building things and making a mess), and coming in 2021 a gym and yoga space.

Team RAID is taking on Toronto Comicon, happening March 20-22 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North building📍255...
03/11/2026

Team RAID is taking on Toronto Comicon, happening March 20-22 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North building📍255 Front St. West, Toronto, ON.

You can find everyone at tables P160 - P167 in Artist Alley.

And speaking of everyone — we’ve got a great mix of familiar faces and new talent joining us this year:
• (The Flash, Stillwater) • (Forest Folk, Giant-Sized Little Marvels), along with Blackmouth dynamic duo and , Cauldron creators , , and , plus Aardehn creators & S.M. Carter.

We’re also excited to showcase some fresh faces from the RAID studio, including (The Bronze Knight), (The Wormhole Club Tragedy), (Zorro), and .robot (The Increasingly Heretical Thoughts of Giordano Bruno)!

Our shop will also be set up with the latest releases and previews of what’s coming next.

Swing by to pick up original artwork, prints, and books—or just stop in and say hello to the creators.
See you there!

02/24/2026

Welcome one and all, back to the town of BLACKMOUTH.

Process shot of my return to this dark metropolis, and its dark secrets.

and I are going to bring you Blackmouth Bk2 very soon. And we’re going even darker and bigger.

Read up on the latest RAID and community happenings at raid.substack.com or hit the link in our bio 🚀
02/05/2026

Read up on the latest RAID and community happenings at raid.substack.com or hit the link in our bio 🚀

🚨 BLITZ BACK COVER CONTEST! 🚨We’re featuring ONE artist on the back cover of the next issue of BLITZ Magazine… and it co...
12/03/2025

🚨 BLITZ BACK COVER CONTEST! 🚨

We’re featuring ONE artist on the back cover of the next issue of BLITZ Magazine… and it could be you.
Draw your favourite indie comics character and throw them into the RAIDverse with Klaatu, Barada, Nikto!

Go wild. Go weird. Go full chaos.

🗓️ Deadline: Dec 20, 2025
📧 Submit to: [email protected]

For full details hit the LINK IM BIO!

Nothing says the holidays like toys scattered across the living room—and we’re here to help you relive that magic.Join u...
11/20/2025

Nothing says the holidays like toys scattered across the living room—and we’re here to help you relive that magic.

Join us at RAID Gallery & Café for a full day of collectibles, toys, action figures, vintage treasures, and festive drinks inside our Parkdale space at 1720 Queen St. W.

🕙 Doors open at 10 AM

Browse vendor tables, discover rare finds, and connect with fellow collectors and toy enthusiasts.

🎤 Special Guest: Brian Heiler

Creator of MEGO MUSEUM and Plaid Stallions, Brian will share insights on the toy industry, from retro classics to modern must-haves.

💥 Bonus:

Curious about the value of your old Pokémon cards? Want to know how collectors spot a grail? Get insider tips and maybe a few surprises.

Sip, shop, and get into the holiday spirit while hunting for the toy that “got away” or the perfect gift for the collector in your life.

Join us for RAID’s festive celebration as we toast the launch of BLITZ, our brand-new creator-driven magazine — along wi...
11/12/2025

Join us for RAID’s festive celebration as we toast the launch of BLITZ, our brand-new creator-driven magazine — along with two terror-ific new releases: Blackmouth: The Witch’s Mark and Cauldron: Forbidden Appetites!

Sip on bespoke cocktails crafted by , and indulge in new sweet and savoury creations debuting at the RAID Gallery & Café.

Come unwind with friends, peers, and fellow creators who know just how wonderfully chaotic — and deeply rewarding — making comics can be.

Expect good vibes, great company, and a soundtrack curated with care to keep the night rolling.

🗓️ Saturday, November 29, 8:00 PM to midnight

📍 RAID Gallery & Café — 1720 Queen Street West

🥃 Bespoke Cocktails by Barebones Bartending

💲 LINK IN BIO

Join us for RAID’s festive celebration as we toast the launch of BLITZ, our brand-new creator-driven magazine — along wi...
11/12/2025

Join us for RAID’s festive celebration as we toast the launch of BLITZ, our brand-new creator-driven magazine — along with two terror-ific new releases: Blackmouth: The Witch’s Mark and Cauldron: Forbidden Appetites!

Sip on bespoke cocktails crafted by Barebones Bartending, and indulge in new sweet and savoury creations debuting at the RAID Gallery & Café.
Come unwind with friends, peers, and fellow creators who know just how wonderfully chaotic — and deeply rewarding — making comics can be.

Expect good vibes, great company, and a soundtrack curated with care to keep the night rolling.

🗓️ Saturday, November 29, 8:00 PM to midnight

📍 RAID Gallery & Café — 1720 Queen Street West

🥃 Bespoke Cocktails by

💲$20 RSVP - link in bio

Join us for RAID’s festive celebration as we toast the launch of BLITZ, our brand-new creator-driven magazine — along wi...
11/11/2025

Join us for RAID’s festive celebration as we toast the launch of BLITZ, our brand-new creator-driven magazine — along with two terror-ific new releases: Blackmouth: The Witch’s Mark and Cauldron: Forbidden Appetites!

Sip on bespoke cocktails crafted by Barebones Bartending, and indulge in new sweet and savoury creations debuting at the RAID Gallery & Café.

Come unwind with friends, peers, and fellow creators who know just how wonderfully chaotic — and deeply rewarding — making comics can be.
Expect good vibes, great company, and a soundtrack curated with care to keep the night rolling.

🗓️ Saturday, November 29, 8:00 PM to midnight
📍 RAID Gallery & Café — 1720 Queen Street West
🥃 Cocktails by Barebones Bartending
💲 RSVP LINK IN BIO

🇬🇧✈️ is heading to 2025 in Harrogate, UK!Joining us is award-winning cartoonist (Tale of Sand, Stillwater, Jane) — pl...
10/27/2025

🇬🇧✈️ is heading to 2025 in Harrogate, UK!
Joining us is award-winning cartoonist (Tale of Sand, Stillwater, Jane) — plus a showcase of our latest creator-owned comics and art books.

Swing by the RAID Press table at Booth 1 in Redshirt Hall to say hi, discover new stories, and celebrate the art of comics with us! LINK IN BIO

RAID Gallery & Café presents PLEASE DESTROY AND REBUILD WITH CARE by Ottawa animation artist Brennan Bova.Emerging from ...
10/03/2025

RAID Gallery & Café presents PLEASE DESTROY AND REBUILD WITH CARE by Ottawa animation artist Brennan Bova.

Emerging from a period of personal hardship and transformation, this debut solo exhibition explores resilience, self-compassion, and the power of rebuilding with intention. Through experimental works rooted in animation and visual storytelling, Brennan invites us into an intimate look at creativity as a form of healing.

📅 Exhibition runs October 8 – November 30
👋 Meet the artist on October 8 and hear him share insight into the stories behind his work.
Free admission. All are welcome. Event details in our link in bio.

Welcome to Bo***ir Gesture Night. This Life Drawing session invites you to explore gesture, intimacy, and atmosphere.Thi...
09/26/2025

Welcome to Bo***ir Gesture Night. This Life Drawing session invites you to explore gesture, intimacy, and atmosphere.
This short-pose session brings attitude, elegance, and sensuality into the studio.
Expect dynamic, expressive poses styled with fabric, lace, and soft lighting.

🎨 FEATURING: 

Tattoo artist, model, and all-around creative force, Shaifa brings energy, presence, and edge to the easel.
If you’re looking for a dynamic session, she never disappoints!

Perfect for artists looking to loosen up, experiment with rhythm, and capture energy.

We provide paper, charcoal, and a backing boards.

Bring your own supplies if you prefer a canvas, pastels, or other materials.

Doors open at 6:45 PM. Reserve your spot early to secure the discounted early-bird rate — sessions tend to fill up quickly.
Link in bio

Address

1720 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON
M6R1B3

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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+14169611274

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