Glossop Arts Project groups have organised an art exhibition focusing on mental and physical wellbeing on Wednesday, October 25, at the Victoria Hall, Talbot Street in Glossop.
The Art exhibition, open to all, will have the chance to see some wonderfully creative pieces made by the organisation's participants, along with a raffle to raise much needed funds and refreshments. There will also be an opportunity to talk about the sessions the group offers and the support they provide.
Founded in 2014, the Glossop Arts Project (GAP) is a community-based project which aims to provide regular art groups in accessible venues to individuals with long-term health conditions within the Glossopdale area.
The non-profit company provides creative sessions within a stimulating atmosphere to promote freedom of artistic expression, enhance social inclusion, and encourage a positive journey to wellbeing. They aim to bolster social skills, self-confidence, and improved skills for individuals with long-term mental and physical health conditions.
Claire Isherwood, who runs the adults' Arts for Wellbeing group, said:
"We do different creative things each week – anything from drawing, sculpture, graffiti to pottery. People can come along, doodle, do something or nothing – just have a brew and biscuits. There'll always be someone to chat with and a support worker always available during the session.
Victoria Hall, where we work from, is a nice set-up. There's a chill-out area in the back where people can go and sit and talk about anything they need to.
Elle Bromley, who runs the Arts for Wellbeing group for young people, said:
"I run two sessions a week for the 11 to 18 years - one after school and one during the day to support young people struggling with mental health. So that might be low mood, lack of confidence, and low self-esteem. Self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and complex mental health needs, and we support their wellbeing through the arts and creativity."
Elle also works with younger people who can't attend full-time school because of their mental health. Sometimes, she goes to the schools to deliver short courses called 'Stop Gap.'
"We also have groups for adults with special or additional needs. So, we have a hands-on art group and a club night once a month that they can attend."
GAP relies on grant funding, fundraising and donations to keep these great wellbeing activities running. And they have a donation button in place on their website.
*For more information visit: https://glossopartsproject.org/who-are-we/
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