The Canadian Mental Health Association is proud to have hosted the Annual Awakening the Spirit Art Show & Sale, celebrating the creative talents of people living with mental illness.
This year, we hosted the show at the Vernon Community Arts Centre and had an ONLINE ART SALE as well!
Art has a therapeutic quality that has proven to benefit the mental health of individuals. Artwork on display is from those living with mental illness who have used art to positively improve their mental health.
Through art and creativity we hope to break down some of the barriers and stigma surrounding mental health and mental illness. We encourage everyone to come down and view the amazing work of our local artists. Artwork is available to purchase until August 17th.
For more information please contact Lenai at 250-542-3114 ext 222 or Zoe at 250-542-3114 ext 227
Awakening the Spirit Art Show and Sale is a yearly event hosted by CMHA Vernon, designed to celebrate the creative talents of courageous artists living with mental illness. This video was created by a local artist, to highlight the effort and perseverance of artists featured yearly in this event. CMHA is dedicated to reducing stigma within our community that affects people who live with mental illness. This show and sale, run by volunteers, is a place for each artist to proudly sell art and speak to one another and the community about the challenges that are a part of everyday life affecting those living with mental illness. Please take a moment to enjoy this small art film in recognition of the special gift that art can be in any life.
