Upcoming Projects
Artists in Residence Program
The Artswell artist-facilitator is scheduled for a series of weekly or bi-weekly visits to a single venue, be it hospital ward or unit, or another community or healthcare setting. Typically the artist-facilitator builds strong and cooperative relationships with the setting’s staff and clients. Where possible group participation is encouraged and engagement in special projects such as permanent installations or performance is often possible.
Benefits of these programs include:
- a reduction in stress, anxiety, isolation and boredom
- an ability to better process grief and trauma
- a vehicle to document and validate feelings
- transformation of pain and tension in a positive way
Art at the Bedside
This one-on-one service provides many options for patients to choose from. Each specially trained Artswell artist-facilitator brings an “art cart” loaded with supplies required for the variety of activities offered. Painting, collage making, photo montages, memory boxes or gifts, storytelling and music are some of the most popular.
Special Projects
Artswell in collaboration with our artists-facilitators proposes, initiates and manages projects that engage participants, families and staff to produce art collaboratively. These may include murals, fused glass wall art, installation pieces for permanent display, writing and performance art. The artwork created enhances the physical environment of the healthcare or community institution and promotes supportive and cooperative relationships.
Special Events
Artswell hosts one-day special events and special promotions for healthcare institutions, patients, community and advocacy organisations. These interactive events focus on a variety of themes depending on participants’ requirements. Concerts, hospital “art days”, themed celebrations are all popular activities. Participation in art making promotes a greater understanding of the healing process. These “team building” creative activities build strong positive relationships between patients, families, healthcare workers and the community.
Course and Workshops
Creativity and Wellness Workshops have been specially designed and led by experienced Artswell professionals to enhance recovery and reduce stress levels, to rekindle enthusiasm for life and to encourage a feeling of well-being and self-worth. Some courses/workshops offered are; Visual Journals, Making Mandalas, Painting from the Center, Masks, Touch Drawing, Painting and Music, Writing memoirs/Memory Boxes, Making Personal Shrines, Totems and Consultation and Development.
Creative Corporate Retreats
Get ready to renew, reflect and regroup. Artswell believes that creating a climate that fosters creativity is the first step in cultivating a successful retreat experience. Our staff will work with you to develop an exciting, engaging and carefully planned arts-based program designed exclusively to meet your needs.
Please contact us for more information.