Who Are We?
At the Urban Art Collective (UAC), collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that by bringing people together to share different perspectives, ideas and skill sets, new and unique opportunities can be created. Our mission is to make art accessible by supporting artists, fostering the love of art in our community and breaking down financial barriers. We exist as a bridge between art and the community, dedicating ourselves to bringing more art to the people.
We started the Urban Art Collective in August of 2021. The business was created by combining all the things we love, such as urban art, photography, graphic design, antiquing, up-cycling, collaborating with creatives, community building, as well as designing and making fun, innovative products.
Lindsay Machinski
If you’ve ever met our Co-Founder Lindsay you know she is very passionate about business, art, supporting all things local and her family!
Over the past 20 years as an Entrepreneur, Lindsay has worked in the Visual Arts Field. She began her Entrepreneurial journey as a Photographer and soon after, found her love for Design.
More than anything, Lindsay loves to make things for others to love. She is meticulous in her approach and dedicated to advancing her skill sets. Her goal is to learn something new each day and to continuously plan for a new and better way forward.
Abby Machinski
Co-Founder and CCO (Chief Creative Officer) of The Kids Club. Abby started her Entrepreneurial Journey at the age of 5 and has not looked back.
She enjoys being creative every day and always starts her day at her art table.
Abby also spends hours envisioning cool ways to make art, design products and share her ideas with the world. Sharing is something she loves to do, as well as helping others and making the world a better place.
Jason Machinski
For the past 20 years, our Co-Founder Jason has been an Educator and Entrepreneur. As an Instructor at @algonquincollege in the @algonquinphoto program, he is passionate about providing students with experiential learning experiences. His focus is on helping students develop their creative and critical thinking skills—to master their craft and to help them successfully start their careers.
Jason has a wide range of interests, including photography, graphic design, motion graphics, product design, sewing, screen printing, bookbinding, art and history.
