Welcome back to Art Hive at MOCA, a free art-making programme that invites you to create on select Thursday evenings!
Join us Thursday, June 11 in exploring textile and film works by artist Kimsooja on MOCA’s Floor 1. Her exhibition Dimensions of a Needle unfolds through the metaphor of the needle through which Kimsooja explores topics of handcraft traditions, female labour, and nomadism as well as themes of co-existence, memory, and transformation.
Each Art Hive session is unique, featuring creative invitations written by graduate students from the Toronto Art Therapy Institute. You’ll be invited to respond to a prompt that encourages you to consider MOCA’s current exhibitions while connecting with your community.
Use the provided materials to create something new, or bring in a work in progress! Textile artists are welcome to enjoy this space as a craft circle for knitting, crochet or any fibre arts. Get inspired by Kimsooja and each other!
As part of MOCA’s commitment to accessible programming, Art Hive is free to attend and all materials are provided for suggested activities. All skill levels are welcome.
Art Hives are held when MOCA is otherwise closed. During this time, only Floor 1 will be open. Seating is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. RSVPs help us anticipate attendance.
Upcoming Art Hives
Event | Monday, May 11, 2026
Event | Thursday, May 28, 2026
Event | Thursday, June 11, 2026
Event | Thursday, June 25, 2026
Event | Thursday, July 9, 2026
Event | Thursday, July 23, 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.
