Stories
Alexandra's Story
Creativity lives within the core of Alexandra Ellen’s soul, helping manage the mental illness that has been part of her life for as long as she can remember. Growing up...
Sue's Story
Sue Yule lived in a state of confusion and chaos for almost two decades prior to her diagnosis of bipolar disorder. With no frame of reference for understanding the calamity...
Mark's Story
Art has helped rebuild Mark Pearson’s confidence and sense of self amid his ongoing battle with chronic depression. A fragment of light in times of darkness, art has uncovered many...
Introducing our 2023 Curator
We are delighted to share that Nicola Holly from the Queensland College of Art, Griffith University will be joining us as Curator in 2023. After studying a Bachelor of Arts...
Rami's Story
Subconsciously scribbling to cope with stress has evolved into a lifetime love of art for Rami Jackson. Favouring the ‘zentangle’ design of repetitive patterns, art helps calm Rami’s ‘intensely emotional’...
Jacqui's Story
An introspective person by nature, Jacqui Ripoll loves nothing more than a deep chat about the real stuff. Fascinated by the inner workings of the brain, Jacqui has made it...
Jesamie's Story
Jesamie Floss’ ‘different’ brain has always been the source of much anguish, as she struggled to navigate the world and find her place within it. But diagnoses of ADHD and...
Chanté's Story
Art is much more than a pastime for Chanté Ranclaud – it’s a vehicle that allows her to tap into the truest and most authentic version of herself. Chanté’s creativity...
Rob's Story
Rob Olver had hit rock bottom, with his mental health teetering on the edge, when he made a courageous decision that would alter the course of his life. Leaving his...
Kerry's Story
Having spent most of her life labelled as ‘painfully shy’, it wasn’t until her late 30’s that Kerry Beazleigh was diagnosed with severe anxiety. Finally, she had context to understand...
John's Story
A prominent force in the Australian Indigenous community and international arts world, John Smith Gumbula sees no limits on where his creativity can take him. As comfortable with his local...
Ezekiel's Story
The transformation that has occurred in Ezekiel Love is almost indescribable. Once confined within the four walls of her house - existing but not truly living - Ezekiel has since...