NSLHD News October 28

City of Ryde showcase work of five local artists To celebrate Mental Health Month,

making for mental health. It aims to develop awareness of mental health issues, support wellbeing and connect with our community. This project is collaboration between the City of Ryde and Insideout Gallery, a professional studio and gallery space for developing and emerging artists who are impacted by mental health experiences. Insideout Gallery is located at Macquarie Hospital, North Ryde and is actively supported by Mental Health Drug and Alcohol, Northern Sydney Local Health District. Artworks will also be printed on free postcards along with information about local mental health resources. The launch of Art for Mental Health is on Thursday 31 October, 2pm - 3pm, at Insideout Gallery, Macquarie Hospital.

the City of Ryde is showcasing the work of five local artists from Insideout Gallery at Macquarie

Hospital and Cornucopia Community Art Group.

Original artworks by Simon Champ, Ruth Sariban, Paulina Nikolzew, James Akhurst and Tim O’Loughlin will be exhibited as flags installed around Top Ryde from 23 October to 11 November 2019. Each artwork highlights the unique and personal story of recovery experienced by the artist. Making art can be a powerful way to express ourselves, share our stories and find points of commonality and connection. Engaging with art allows us to better understand the varied lives and experiences of the people that make up our community.

Painting by Ruth Sariban

The Art for Mental Health project celebrates the benefits of art

Painting by Tim O’Loughlin

Painting by Simon Champ

Painting by James Akhurst

Painting by Paulina Nikolzew

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