Our In-House Team
Barry Lawrence - Founder
Hello. My name is Barry Lawrence, and I am proud to be the founder of Queer Hive Magazine. My vision for Queer Hive was to create a safe haven where everyone can freely express themselves. At Gay Hive, we view ourselves as a family for all members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Here, we embrace diversity with open arms—there are no restrictions, no limits, and absolutely no hate. Our mission is to foster an inclusive space where every voice is heard, valued, and celebrated. Join us in building a vibrant community where love and acceptance thrive!
Our Photographers
Jessica Perkins - Photographer (St. Thomas, ON)
Hello. My name is Jessica. I'm the photographer over on Dynamic Duo Photography.
I started photography as a hobby and fell in love with it. Despite being self-taught I am still learning
I can't wait to share my love for photography with you guys.
-Jess @DynamicDuoPhotography
Hannah Hewitt - Photographer (London, ON)
My name is Hannah, I'm the face behind Hann Solo Photos & They Spa, both in London, Ontario.
Queer activism is very important to me as a nonbinary pansexual individual, and I always strive to volunteer and give back as much as I can to the community whenever I have the spoons to do so.
Collaborating with Queer Hive Magazine is such an honor and exciting opportunity for me! I am beyond excited to work with Barry to help bring forth more local queer spotlights. Y'all deserve the world! Thanks to all the local queer activists who constantly inspire me to by myself, to stand up for the vulnerable, and to keep creating art and spreading queer joy. Thanks for including me and Happy Pride!!!
Our Editors
Tessa Taylor - social media content editor.
Hi!
My name is Tessa Taylor and I am very happy to be joining the Queer Hive Magazine this pride month as the social media content editor.
A few things about me:
- I live here in London with my lovely girlfriend
- I am a ballet dancer outside of my 9-5
- I foster cats
Looking forward to an amazing month!
Shania - Editor
Hi! I'm Shania and I'm thrilled to be joining the Queer Hive Magazine community!
A little bit about me
- I love creating things, and music is one of them
- My favorite colour is purple
- A few instruments I've played include Trumpet and Acoustic Guitar
- I love cats
I look forward to what's next
Our Writers
Queer Hive Magazine would not be who we are without our talented and dedicated writing team!
Michael Shawn Sanders
Gay Men 50+ Writer
Jonathan Quinones
Content Writer
Katie Hazel
Author & Media Commentator Writer
Wade Allen
Content Writer
Kenneth Cunningham
Content Writer
Wil (he/they)
Year of Queer Joy Writer
Daniel Cayer
Interior Writer
Adrien Clarke
Gay Witch Writer
Thred Ardor
Path of a Gay Witch Writer
Axton N. O. Mitchell
Content/Poetry Writer
Danilo Mezzatesta
Content Writer
Nooadtty
Content Writer
Raven Hearth
2SLGBTQIA+ Mental Health Writer
Val J Prime
Content Writer
Tyson Pete
Content Writer, Award-Winning Author & Founder of P.R.O.U.D. INC.
Stalin Fernandez Gil
Content Writer; Just another lonely guy in this world
Kai DeMaeyer
Queer Neurodivergent Therapist Writer
Rev. Jason and Rev. Michael
Content Writers (The Marry Men)
Snailmate
Content Writer
Jamieson Wolf
Gay Witch-Tarot Writer
Thero Hardy
Book Corner - Gay Fiction Content Writer
Othering Podcast
Content Writer
Scott Bell
Content Writer
Tabitha Acid
Advice with a Tab of Acid
Michael Schecter
Content Writer on queer parenting, relationships, & breaking down social barriers
Benji and Darren
Content Writer on issues that particularly affect same sex couples, marriage advice, funny marital antidotes, issues on sex in marriage, & more
Skyler Fury
Content Writer on the challenges of dating while HIV positive & polygamous
Arlo Gladis
Content Writer
Izalea Bradaigh
Content Writer (Izalea Does Everything)
Arden Thomas
Content Writer on body image and self-acceptance in the gay community, queer identity under political oppression, masculinity, desire, vulnerability, & the intersection of fiction & lived experience
Tasha Morrison
Content Writer on 2SLGBTQIA+ travel
Noah
"The Stigma Fighter"
Nicholas Harpham
Content Writer Poetry
Cari King (she/they)
Content Writer Poetry
A Gay Guy Incognito
Content Writer