Arts and Minds creative group at work
Independent Arts and Minds is a new organisation in Dereham, Norfolk, that runs weekly creative sessions for adults suffering from stress, anxiety or depression. James Mortram photographed one of the groups at work.
Group leaders discuss some of the work produced by the group
A team of professional community artists with a wide range of specialist areas, including sculpture, film and performance, lead the informal drop-in sessions.
A participant holds a set of paints used at the group
"These are the paints I use, my lucky paints. I've had them for years. They came out of a cracker," says one of the participants.
Works made during one of the session
Some of the work produced will be showcased in public exhibitions, performances and screenings. The group has to raise is own funds in order to run the sessions.
A piece of work made by a participant
Why am I here is a piece of work produced by one of the group while they were in hospital.
Volunteer workers in discussion
The organisation hopes these exhibitions will provide an opportunity to raise awareness of mental health issues in the community, break down stigmas and promote the role of creativity in helping people to recover.
A particiapnt makes a painting
The project aims to collaborate with other community groups in both making and exhibiting work.
Kate, a group leader listens intently to a group discussion.
The organisers aim to provide an environment where there is always someone to talk with, always someone to listen to. Kate, a group leader, listens intently during a group discussion.
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