Join us for MOCA’s final Art Hive of the year! Using a variety of materials, each participant will have the chance to create multiple mini artworks inspired by Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas’ unique Haida-manga style and his work Daalkaatlii Diaries. Dive into themes of storytelling and resilience, & enjoy a ‘take one, leave one’ art card swap before you go.
As we close this series of Art Hives at MOCA, our art card swap serves as a way to pass down our stories, hopes, and well-wishes with one another, connecting us through shared narratives even as we part.
Explore a range of materials and techniques, from painting and drawing to collage, guided by three visiting art therapy students who will facilitate creative expression. Bring your works-in-progress and join a vibrant community, where you can find inspiration and engage in conversation. All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to professionals.
As part of our mission to be ambitiously inclusive, this programme is free to all and materials will be provided. MOCA’s first floor will also be open free-of-charge to all participants to explore the exhibition Diaries After a Flood, featuring works by Vancouver-based artist Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas.
This programme is intended for adults, seniors and teens. We recommend families with young children stop by for our TD Community Sundays for kid-friendly tours and activities each month.
Please note: Art Hive takes place on Mondays, outside of MOCA’s regular hours. Though Floors 2 and 3 of the museum will be closed, the Ground Floor will remain accessible. Stop by and explore your creative side!
What is an Art Hive?
Art Hives provide free, community art-making spaces open to everyone, aiming to foster a welcoming environment for all participants. You don’t need to have any experience making art to join.
This programme draws from the research and practice of Dr. Janis Timm-Bottos, a professor at Concordia University. Learn more about Art Hives here.
About the Facilitators
Each session will be led by three graduate students at the Toronto Art Therapy Institute who will facilitate a supportive space for self-expression and creativity. These students will be supported by the MOCA Learning team.
