Our Aims

To provide a stable and supportive studio space for people with experience of mental health issues, who are interested in exploring their creativity and developing their art practice.

  • To equip people with new artistic skills whilst also encouraging freedom of expression and the pursuit of individual practices.

  • To encourage people to develop their identities as artists or studio members, rather than ‘service users’ or ‘patients’.

  • To combat isolation, by provide a space in the community for people to build social networks and gain a sense of belonging.

  • To equip people with the confidence and transferable skills which might enable them to seek further training, education or employment.