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Stories

Pictured is Samantha looking down, away from the camera underneath light red and blue lighting. There is text at the bottom left corner in a pink text box which reads "Meet Samantha Marie"

Samantha's Story

Samantha’s upbringing was peppered with privilege, trauma and uncertainty – all of which are explored in her distinctive photographic pieces. Her tumultuous past also left her with scars and confusion...
This is artist, Dana Cusano.

Dana's Story

The 2021 Recovered Futures Art Exhibition was Marine Biologist and Scientist Dana Cusano’s first ever exhibition, and she managed to sell both pieces! Her aquatic artworks - a haunting ship...
This is artist, Larry Stumer.

Larry's Story

Anyone who’s seen Larry Stumer’s distinct style of photography knows that his artwork is one of a kind. Following a brief conversation, it’s clear that Larry is too. He’s been...
Ben's Story

Ben's Story

Ben Pascoe is a self-taught artist who is always looking for inspiration. He describes himself as a curious guy who loves listening to music and working with clay - but...
Young woman smiling at the camera whilst working on a painting of a flower with a bright blue background, next to the words "Meet Danielle Hodgson"

Danielle's Story

Anyone with mental illness will tell you that it’s difficult to know what life has in store. Danielle Hodgson had dedicated many years to study and scored her dream job...
A man in front of a scenic painting of a home, Palm trees and blue sky's alongside the words "Meet Robert 'Bob' Maas"

Bob's Story

Bob Maas’ art has been adorning the walls of the Recovered Futures Art Exhibition for over 20 years, making him one of our longest-standing exhibitors. Always a popular artist, Bob’s...
Amy's Story

Amy's Story

For some, a mental illness diagnosis is devastating, for some it’s liberating – the key that helps make sense of the world. The latter is true for Amy Parker, who...
Rebecca-lee Fisher smiles at the camera with her self-portrait painting in the background

Rebecca-lee's Story

Growing up in a time when mental illness wasn’t discussed, Rebecca-lee Fisher struggled to reconcile the depression, anxiety and panic attacks that had plagued her for as long as she...
Deborah's Story

Deborah's Story

Deborah De Angelis has been immersed in the art world from a young age. As a child, she was welcomed into her dad’s studio with open arms and encouraged to...
Nina's Story

Nina's Story

Nina Hurr got into art as a way of calming her chaotic mind while in hospital, but it’s grown into a passion that brings peace and balance to her life. 
Dean's Story

Dean's Story

Dean Crozier has been creating art for years, but only found the courage to exhibit at the Recovered Futures Art Exhibition in 2021. It was a leap of faith that would pay off in dividends. 
Welcome to the 2022 Recovered Futures Art Exhibition

Welcome to the 2022 Recovered Futures Art Exhibition

As the proud host of the Recovered Futures Art Exhibition, we are thrilled to share details about the 2022 event.  This year, the beloved and iconic event is a year older,...