FINAL CALL TO TAKE PART IN THE ALL WORDS, ALL ACTIONS, ALL WEATHERS EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE – sell your works, expand your audience

The organising committee are particularly interested to encourage creatives to exhibit their artworks at the exhibition, though all are also still welcome to apply to be considered to present or share in other ways. The application process is quick and simple so there’s still time to get involved.

Exhibiting your art at a mental health-focused event offers a range of personal and professional benefits, enhancing your artistic practice, expanding your audience, and contributing to social change. You can also mark your artworks for sale if you choose to do so, please see guidance attached.

To be considered for exhibiting or presenting reserve your free ticket here before end Tuesday 14th January (simple and quick):

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/call-for-contributions-to-the-conference-and-exhibition-2025-tickets-1041162082817?aff=oddtdtcreator

Find out more about the conference here:

https://www.artsderbyshire.org.uk/whats-on/events/all-words-all-actions-all-weathers-conference-and-exhibition-copy/

For any queries please contact Dr Melanie Hani: melanie.hani@derbyshire.gov.uk

• Build Your Reputation: Showcase your work as an advocate for mental health, increasing your credibility in both the art and mental health communities.
• Expand Your Audience: Reach a diverse group, including mental health professionals, community leaders, and the public, opening doors for potential sales, collaborations, and commissions.
• Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals and organisations in the mental health and creative sectors, leading to future opportunities and partnerships.

• Break Stigma: Use art to foster conversations about mental health, helping to reduce stigma and encourage empathy and understanding.

• Potential Sales: Exhibiting your work in a meaningful context may attract interest from individuals and organisations looking to purchase or commission art for mental health spaces.

• Skill Enhancement: Improve your presentation, marketing, and display techniques, valuable for future exhibitions.
• Confidence Boost: Being part of an impactful event can boost your confidence and inspire new creative directions.
• Feedback: Receive constructive critique from professionals and the public to refine your practice.

• Mental Health Advocacy: Use your art to raise awareness and advocate for mental health issues, inspiring action and contributing to positive social change.
• Inspire Change: By showcasing your work, you may motivate others to get involved in mental health initiatives or begin their own creative journeys.

• Explore New Work: The exhibition can inspire new creative projects, pushing you to explore different mediums or themes.
• Diversify Your Portfolio: Broaden the scope of your artistic practice by creating work aligned with mental health themes, enriching your portfolio.

• Support Local Mental Health Initiatives: Your work may contribute to local mental health programs and community outreach efforts, amplifying voices that are often overlooked.
• Educational Value: Art can serve as a powerful educational tool for mental health professionals, students, and the public, raising awareness and enhancing understanding.

• Attract Funding: Exposure at such an event can attract grants, sponsorships, and support for future projects related to mental health and art.
• Future Invitations: Showcase your work to gain invitations to future exhibitions, artist residencies, or collaborations.

• Emotional Satisfaction: Participating in an exhibition with a meaningful cause provides a sense of personal fulfilment and pride in contributing to mental health awareness.