One Moment in Time

Mix media on paper
41cm x 62cm
$250.00
By Glen Smith

Glen has discovered that art holds the power to transport us to another realm, offering moments of escape from mental health challenges. Through his creative practice, he captures a means of self-expression that help to ease symptoms of anxiety and depression.

An award-winning artist, Glen has exhibited widely and is actively involved in promoting and supporting the arts in Ipswich. He seeks out subjects that stir his heart and evoke a sense of nostalgia. Working predominantly with mixed media, Glen’s practice centres on repurposing old and discarded materials - giving them a renewed life and transforming them into something beautiful.


When I was a young man - a time meant for self-discovery and identity formation - I realised I wasn’t like everyone else. My life suddenly felt uncertain. At a stage that should have been full of opportunity, I was instead plagued by vulnerabilities. While trying to build a strong sense of self, I was hounded by self-doubt and confusion. I found myself withdrawing from the world, lacking friends, and overwhelmed by self-hate.