Join us on Thursday, August 6 for a special edition of Art Hive at MOCA featuring a captivating presentation by Art Hives Initiative Founder and Director, Dr. Janis Timm-Bottos. See the detailed schedule below.
Presentation: Art Hives in a Polarized World
5:30–6:30 pm
What is an Art Hive? Join Dr. Janis Timm-Bottos for a presentation that dives into the theory, practice and history of Art Hives—followed by a live Q&A. Learn how this programme started over thirty years ago, how far we’ve come, and consider how we can continue to create a welcoming, inclusive space for the community to create.
This presentation launches a new series of talks held once per exhibition season, exploring museums as spaces for wellness and how art can be used as a tool for community building.
Art Hive Activity
6:30–8 pm
Each Art Hive session is unique, featuring creative invitations written by graduate students from the Toronto Art Therapy Institute. You will be invited to respond to a prompt that encourages you to consider MOCA’s current exhibitions, while encouraging you to connect with yourself and fellow participants.
This event is pay what you wish with your donations aiding the support of MOCA’s programming, including Art Hives. Donations are non-refundable.
Registration is required for this special edition of Art Hive at MOCA as seating is limited. Art Hives are held when MOCA is otherwise closed. During this time, only Floor 1 will be open.
Schedule
5 pm: Doors open, refreshments
5:30 pm: Presentation begins
6:15 pm: Q&A
6:30 pm: Art Hive activity
Upcoming Art Hives
Event | Thursday, July 23, 2026
Event | Thursday, August 6, 2026
About Art Hive at MOCA
Art Hives are community-based creative spaces rooted in the research and practice of Dr. Janis Timm-Bottos at Concordia University. They foster inclusion, connection, and creativity in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment.
About the Facilitators
Each session will be led by graduate students from the Toronto Art Therapy Institute—supported by the MOCA Learning Team—who will facilitate a supportive space for self-expression and creativity.
How to support Art Hive
At MOCA, we believe in the power of art to inspire, connect, and transform.
If you would like to donate materials such as yarn, fabric or magazines to be used for free community programmes like Art Hives, please email learning@moca.ca. Your generous support helps us offer accessible programming for all.
