In this workshop, some of the artists behind STIM CINEMA guide you through their methods of co-creation and creative development, exploring neurodivergent “stimmy” perspectives that place emphasis on sensory experience and delight in circularity, repetition, pattern and detail. Using the project’s mural structure as inspiration, the session will look at ways of articulating neurodivergent experience, through moving image, drawing, writing, collaging, and other forms. This will involve looking at sequences from the artwork along with artists and filmmakers who were key influences in its formation. A breakout drawing activity will enable all involved to practice and apply these concepts. By embracing tactile, visual and nonlinear practices, participants will gain insights into the value of challenging normative structures of artmaking that exclude neurodiverse perspectives, instead focusing on liberated methods that provide opportunities for neurodivergent agency and sensory joy.
Accessibility
The e|gallery and the Circuit Break are located on the ground floor of the CCT Building at the University of Toronto Mississauga. The building is in the centre of the campus along Middle Road path and is connected to the campus library and an underground parking garage. The building features open spaces and windows to facilitate visual communication and navigation. Accessible multi-user gendered washrooms are located at ground level. All-gender washrooms are located on the third floor. The building is AODA-compliant, with wide doorways and powered doors. The CCT Building is a humming centre where students collectively study, find space to relax, and organize pop-up market stalls. The e|gallery is encased by lime green cladding with frosted glass from floor to ceiling. The gallery space is long and narrow with high-ceilings and bright lighting. For STIM CINEMA, a series of modular tables stretch across the full length of the gallery and are outfitted with warm task lamps, weighted blankets, earmuffs, and stim toys. The Circuit Break is the area that surrounds the entrance to the gallery and is an open space with tables and cushioned seating.
Co-creation as Stimming
Friday, February 6, 3:30–5pm
e|gallery and Circuit Break Area, CCIT Building, ground floor, University of Toronto Mississauga
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The Blackwood
University of Toronto Mississauga
3359 Mississauga Road
Mississauga, ON L5L 1C6
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(905) 828-3789
The galleries are open. Hours of operation: Monday–Saturday, 12–5pm.
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