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Art in Healthcare: Autumn Update
Our Art in Healthcare Project has been busy over the past few months, delivering a series of inspiring workshops. We are delighted to have collaborated with NHS staff to develop creative wellbeing sessions aimed at fostering positive mental health, a sense of community and stronger interpersonal connections. Wellbeing Workshops for NHS Staff In recent months, we have been facilitating workshops tailored to the needs of the ODL (Organisational Development and Learning) and HR teams. These sessions were designed to support… Read more
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We are delighted to share more with you about our new project – The Care Project. This pilot project, developed in partnership with Scottish Care, is designed to support the creative wellbeing of both staff and residents in care homes across Dumfries & Galloway. In Phase 1, we’re collaborating with three care homes, Allanbank, Fleet Valley, and Munches Park, to explore and foster creative initiatives. Our aim is to enhance the creative wellbeing of staff and residents, strengthen their connections… Read more
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Art Journal Project & Creative Toolbox at Shambellie Christmas Fayre
EXCITING FESTIVE NEWS! We’re delighted to announce that our talented graduates from the Art Journal Project and Creative Toolbox 2024 will be hosting a special stall at this year’s Shambellie House Christmas Fayre! These creative minds have worked passionately throughout the year, developing their artistic voices and honing their skills and now they have a chance to share their work with the community. At their stall, they’ll be proudly showcasing a curated selection of their creations, ranging from beautifully designed… Read more
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For the second year in a row, we were thrilled to partner with Upland to bring creative energy and wellbeing to the annual Upland Made Visual Arts & Crafts Fair! Held at Easterbrook Hall in Dumfries on Saturday 2nd November and Sunday 3rd November, this year’s event featured our madeWELL creative wellbeing workshops, supported by DG Creative Wellbeing, celebrating the powerful link between making and wellness. In collaboration with Upland, we commissioned talented artists and makers from Upland’s membership to… Read more
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Creative Toolbox Showcase at The Stove
Over the past few months, participants in our Creative Toolbox project have been collaborating with a diverse group of artists, exploring various art forms such as creative writing, illustration, textiles, photography, sound, and performance. This journey culminated in a truly inspiring exhibition at The Stove Café, part of the Conversing Building project. We are incredibly proud of all the participants for their dedication and creativity. It was a joy to share their progress with friends and family during a private… Read more
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Last month, we shared our groundbreaking draft Creative Wellbeing Manifesto designed to inspire, inform, and transform the creative wellbeing landscape in Dumfries & Galloway. The draft manifesto was unveiled at a special event at Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary at the end of August, hosted by the DG Creative Wellbeing Network. The event marked the region’s contribution to the Healing Arts Scotland 2024 programme, the nation’s first-ever countrywide Healing Arts week. Running from 19th to 23rd August, the week-long celebration… Read more
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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival 2024 – D&G Programme
The DG Creative Wellbeing Network is helping to coordinate Dumfries and Galloway’s contribution to this year’s Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival. Read more
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A Draft Creative Wellbeing Manifesto for Dumfries & Galloway as part of Healing Arts Scotland 2024
The Draft Creative Wellbeing Manifesto themes In October, as part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival 2024, we will share the final Manifesto with background information and evidence for each Manifesto theme. We value your feedback and your reflection regarding the draft themes and would appreciate if you were able to take the time to share your opinions and thoughts with us by filling out the form below. Creative expression is an essential part of being human and keeps… Read more
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Art in Healthcare Update from Julie Stephen – Associate Artist
Establishing new, regular blocks of art workshops at Midpark Hospital (D&G’s acute mental health unit) has allowed inpatients and staff to interact with mindful creative processes to benefit their wellbeing. Our Art in Healthcare Coordinator Frank Hayes has worked with a range of talented regional Associate Artists to develop accessible sessions that focus on increasing self-confidence and self-esteem – introducing participants to simple, effective printing techniques. One of our Associate Artists, Julie Stephen, has provided an update on the… Read more
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2024 Art Journal Project – Summer Update
Thirty participants are currently on their creative journey with the 2024 Art Journal Project – a key aspect of OutPost Arts’ community-based work which creates opportunities for participants to connect with their ‘creative selves,’ enhancing wellbeing via creative expression, mindful practise, positive distraction, and the development of self-management tools. Art Journaling is a creative well-being tool, where we put our internal selves onto the page, allowing for honesty and freedom to explore emotions. The art journal is a safe space for self-care,… Read more
D&G Showcases Growing Leadership in Creative Health at Healing Arts Scotland 2026!
