aim (artists in mind) is… well-being through the arts an arts organisation using creativity to...
TRANSCRIPT
AiM (Artists in Mind) is…
well-being through the arts
• An arts organisation
• Using creativity to support individuals experiencing acute and enduring emotional distress
AiM (Artists in Mind) words…
well-being through the arts
An emotionally healing community
A onenessA healing structureforming positive transformationsMending memoriespainting rainbows
Lesley
AiM (Artists in Mind) words…
well-being through the arts
Inner beautyis a dance in whichCreativity pieces together,makes sense of worlds.Togetherness and sharingvalidates the process for the Individual, for thecommunity.An opportunity to grow in a space,A sanctuary.
John
AiM + personalisation…
well-being through the arts
• 18 artists (service users)
currently in studios• 10 in receipt of
Direct Payments• 5 applications pending• Optimum size: 30
AiM + personalisation…
well-being through the arts
Creativity Works Supported Studio & Mentoring Programme
Studioshared studio space £
Materialscanvas, paints, ink, paper, pens, etc. £
Mentoring1hr sessions delivered by a practising artist £
Professional Development (mainstream activities)exhibitions, study aids, business & employment £
Management and administrationdedicated resources at AiM £
AiM + personalisation…
well-being through the arts
AiM Artists enjoy:•Studio residency•Dedicated time with a Mentor•Additional support from Mentor Coordinator and the AiM Care Group •Access to workshops•Research and development in respect of art practice •Group and individual field trips•Meditation: a guided meditation session held weekly•Listening to Other Voices: a series of talks by invited professional artists•Artist-led meetings•Group and individual exhibitions•Publicity & promotion•Creative support during hospital stays•Pathways to education, employment, volunteering•Participation in AiM’s development and organisation
AiM (Artists in Mind) conclusion(s)…
well-being through the arts
• Quality and breadth
• Engage with participants
• Don’t put all your eggs in one basket!
www.artists-in-mind.org.uk
well-being through the arts
Bates MillQueen St. SouthHuddersfield HD1 3DX
T: 01484 434 909E: [email protected]