creativity for wellbeing
This month (Feb 2023) we are exhibiting some of our work in progress at Llanover Hall Arts Centre in Cardiff. The artwork in this exhibition shows some of the art that was created by the Ty Canna Mural Group as part of our sessions. Drawn Together is an art group which designed a mural for …
Growing Strong is a creative group for individuals coping with mental health challenges in Bridgend. Over the weeks participants have been experimenting with many different art forms: painting, printing, collage and creative writing, often around a seasonal theme. Gathering together to create each week in a safe space has facilitated socialising, relaxation and sharing without …
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This winter we have been working in Barry with a group of Ukrainians who have settled in the Vale of Glamorgan. Our Creativity for Wellbeing project runs alongside the work of the local Refugee Support Team who focus on supporting people to access basic needs like food and accommodation. Our weekly sessions offer social and …
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We have had such a busy and creative autumn/ winter with lots of wellbeing projects in Cardiff, Bridgend and The Vale of Glamorgan, thanks to funding from the Arts Council of Wales Arts Health and Wellbeing programme, and The National Lottery People and Places programme. We know that being creative, connecting to people, learning and …
We were approached by Rachael Humphreys from Behçet’s UK and asked to work with their members to produce an animation to raise awareness. This project brought together patients from across the UK via Zoom to share their experiences through different art forms to create an animation. We aimed to offer a cathartic experience for the …