Visitors to the Gallery have been captivated by Marlene Hilton Moore’s 𝑊ℎ𝑖𝑡𝑒 𝑄𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑡. The phrase “the heart is an organ of fire,” which hung in Moore’s studio for many years, is stitched into the work and reflects the emotional intensity often connected to the heart, such as love, anger, passion, and care.
The words invite viewers to reflect on the ways emotions can warm us, drive us forward, yet overwhelm us all at once. What does “the heart is an organ of fire” mean to you? ❤️
Credit: Marlene Hilton Moore, 𝑊ℎ𝑖𝑡𝑒 𝑄𝑢𝑖𝑙𝑡, 2022, cloth, white thread, embroidery thread, 225 x 200 cm. Photo by L F Documentation
⏳ On May 30, from 10am-3pm, exhibiting artist Marlene Hilton Moore is leading "Visual Narratives," a special art making workshop that takes inspiration from the themes of personal narratives found in her solo exhibition 𝑇ℎ𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑒𝑠.
Under Marlene's guidance, participants will gather in the PIE Education Centre to create mixed-media artworks on unstretched canvas, which represent a personal story using a combination of techniques and media, like sewing, collage, painting, drawing and more. 👗🌸
No experience required! Spaces are still available - register online at the link in our bio.
Installation photos of 𝑇ℎ𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑒𝑠: @lfdocumentation ; Photo of Marlene Hilton Moore: courtesy of the artist.
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Spots are limited for next week’s performance featuring percussionist Ray Dillard and Marlene Hilton Moore's incredible, sculptural Breast Drum. Registration is required, and admission is free. 🥁 All are welcome.
Learn more about the Breast Drum Project and hear stories from women across Canada, brought to life in this exciting evening performance. We'll see you on May 7 at 6:30 at the Gallery. 🌸
📷Slide 1 by LF Documentation
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May is a busy month at the MacLaren! 🌿
🌼 Join us May 2 for an opening reception celebrating Portfolio, commUNITY, and AfroFusion
🌼 Explore creative classes for adults
🌼 Experience our current exhibitions and related programs
...and so much more! See what’s coming up through the link in our bio.
📷 Juicebox Studios Slide 2, LF Documentation Slides 3 and 8
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A centerpiece of Threadlines is Marlene Hilton Moore’s 𝐵𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑡 𝐷𝑟𝑢𝑚 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡, which includes a large-scale sculptural drum and the compiled stories and experiences of diverse women from across Canada. 🎧📚
On Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm, in a special performance, Hilton Moore’s 𝐵𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑠𝑡 𝐷𝑟𝑢𝑚 sculpture will come to life through a powerful collaboration with accomplished percussionist Ray Dillard, bringing sound and story together as he performs on 𝐷𝑟𝑢𝑚 as collected voices are shared.
🎼 This is a performance not to be missed! We hope you can join us for this moving artwork activation and talk. Register today for free at the link in our bio.
Slides 2-3: Photography by @lfdocumentation
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At age 102, Françoise Sullivan was just awarded the Medal of Honor from the National Assembly of Quebec. Sullivan is the last living member of Les Automatistes. Her art practice as a painter, dancer, choreographer, photographer, sculptor, conceptual artist and writer spans over eight decades.
Placed the wonderful diptych in the first slide a few years back with a private client. 📸 @lfdocumentation
The next work , seen recently on our trip to Montreal, is currently exhibited @pangee.pangee
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What you surround yourself with matters
A new WSS earring collection is here!
For the first time in four years, I am so pleased to announce a new collection of earring styles. The CHROMA collection is defined by soft, glittery hues and introduces eight brand new styles and highlights four WSS classic styles. Available in five new colours.
Please swipe to find out more about the collection.
Available now at warrenstevenscott.com
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👗 On Thursday, April 23 from 12–1 PM, the MacLaren will host "A Woman, A Place and a Dress," a special Art for Lunch conversation with exhibiting artist Marlene Hilton Moore and curator Sandra Fraser, focusing on the themes found in 𝑇ℎ𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑒𝑠. 👗
Featured within the exhibition are Moore’s meticulous portraits of women close to her. Each portrait in the exhibition features a woman with a specific relationship to Moore, a dress that the artist created specifically for her subject, and a place that held personal meaning. Together, these images weave intimate stories of identity, memory, and the connections between women, place, and the garments they wear.
If you’re looking for deeper insight into Moore’s work and the ideas behind 𝑇ℎ𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑒𝑠, this conversation offers a wonderful opportunity to hear directly from the artist and curator! Visit our website to learn more and reserve your spot for this free event. Registration is encouraged, but not required.
📸 @lfdocumentation
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We're delighted to share installation views of Vickie Vainionpää's Tempest 💫 Heads up! We'll be closed from April 3rd through 6th for both Good Friday and Easter long weekend 🐇 Tempest will be on view until April 25th.
Photography by @lfdocumentation
Benches by @brothersdressler
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Been taking a break from social media, but wanted to share this photo of my Valentine 💌 in Montreal by the talented 📷 Piera Palucci.
I started sending out Valentine’s cards of my art years ago during a period of serious heartache 💔. My network spans the globe 🌎, and I add new people each year. My brother prints them for free, but I still pay for stamps, which means I can’t send to everyone. Older contacts eventually rotate off the list, but please know I still love you! 😘
Happy belated Valentine’s 💌 Day! (I didn’t write personalized notes on every card this year, there’s a lot on my plate. But they were sent with love.)
❤️ Yours always, D.
photo credit on the Valentine postcard by LF Documentation
