Artwork by April Angela Garcia
Our latest featured artist, April Angela Garcia, shares her story of mental health struggles over the years and how she uses art/creative work as an
One Year Anniversary Fundraiser Friday September 30th, 2022, 5-10 pm
Brian Belt
Jul 27, 2022
Events to mark your calendar, Mental Health Awareness and Creative Arts Gallery INC
See below for more information For donations click on the Facebook link below… https://www.facebook.com/donate/485702776526271/
Art programs and class resources
The Art School of Columbia County with director, Nancy Rogers, and artist/teacher, Tim Ebneth. http://artschoolofcolumbiacounty.org/
Artwork by LisaDiana Delaney
Even though, as a child, LisaDiana was happy, witty, creative and compassionate, she spent the last thirty years of her life suffering daily from
Artwork by Ramona Wahlers
“Doing artwork makes me feel calm and relaxed” Ramona Wahlers
Press coverage
https://www.timesunion.com/capitalregiongives/article/Hudson-exhibit-a-successful-fruition-of-therapy-15699539.php https://wavefarm.org/wf/archive/z5yg5j HudsonValley360 coverage- click weblink below https://www.hudsonvalley360.com/lanceslens/lances-lens—brian-belt—9-24-22/article_446fc3fa-3ab4-11ed-b2a1-7333b17a4d0c.html
Humor laced Creative Work by Ori Alon-Ray
Our latest featured artist uses humor laced creative work as a therapy tool to manage his mental health stresses. Please check out his website link
Artwork by Laurel Clark
Our next featured artist is Laurel Clark. She like others, is someone that has experienced trauma related to a family member that was not only
REACH Center window display at the Mental Health Awareness Gallery
To learn more about the REACH center just click on the link below https://www.mhacg.org/reach
Events to mark your calendar
Brian Belt
Apr 13, 2022
Events to mark your calendar, Mental Health Awareness and Creative Arts Gallery INC
https://www.mhacg.org/events The Mental Health Awareness and Creative Arts Gallery at 717 Columbia Street Hudson, NY will be hosting a reception and display of art/recovery books
“Create a Book” class with Jesse Sanchez and Brian Karas
Create a Book – Jesse Sanchez and Brian KarasMental Health Awareness and Creative Arts Gallery – 717 Columbia St., Hudson, NY 12534 “Recovery does not
Artwork by Kevin Porter Osterhout
Our latest featured artist, Kevin Porter Osterhout, is a reminder to all that serious mental health disorders coupled with substance-use disorders (a common method to
Artwork by John Pucci
My artwork are reflections and reminders of my recovery journey from darkness into the light.
Road to Recovery
My Recovery begins to take shape So, after a series of near fatal setbacks as to my mental health status, I reconciled to move into
Artwork by Diane Brackett
The aim of my work is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but to have an inward experience of peace and calm. While
Mental Health Resource Links
Mental Health Resource Links Below are some helpful links for friends, family members, or those people that experience serious mental health problems. https://www.mhacg.org/ American Foundation
Metal artwork by Bennett Karas
Hi, I’m Bennett Karas. I work in metal to create chainmaille, jewelry, sculpture and other unique handmade items, inspired and informed by medieval arms and
Brian continues his blog on the topic of “self-medication”
A long list of setbacks while in the throes of “self-medicative behavior” to alleviate my disturbed thought process and a first move towards a recovery
Donate now !!!
Donations can be mailed to Mental Health Awareness and Creative Arts Gallery INC 36 Fairview Avenue # 12 Hudson, New York 12534 Checks made payable
Artwork by Robert Hill
I do art to keep my brain active.
Brian Belt personal blog continued
Upon returning to the states after experiencing my first major psychotic break, I was pressured by both my parents to speak with a psychiatric counselor.
2nd Saturday 10/08 12-8 pm
Loki Anthony and his fashion/art design You can view more of Loki’s art and design work at https://www.instagram.com/loki_the_designer/ Check us out on the
Photography art by Jordan Thomas
Creativity has been crucial to my well-being. When I’m manic I’m able to channel my racing thoughts and flight of ideas into my art and
Artwork by Kristen Oles
My name is Kristen Oles and have dealt with the struggles of dealing with Mental Health (Bipolar, anxiety) for over 27 years. One thing that
Artwork by Anja Eide
I have suffered from both serious medical and mental health issues since 1995, but I continue with my recovery efforts one day at a time.
YouTube Videos
Richard Fuertes with “Colors” Connecting Ground interview Michael Weitzman with “The Three Amigos” Wake up call with Ed and Paul Following the Yellow Brick Road:
Artwork by James Huff
Art has played a very important part in my recovery journey with my mental state, which is what I’d really like to share. Mental health
Artwork by Liz Ortiz
Making Art is meditative for me. I paint to invoke strength and calmness into my life. That’s the reason why my Art is full of
Now on Etsy
https://www.etsy.com/shop/StigmaFreeArt To submit artwork for our Etsy site e-mail Jesse Sanchez at artgallerysubmissions717@gmail.com
Artwork by William Doan
I’m a visual and performing artist who lives with anxiety and depression. My drawings, performances, and animated shorts spring from that fundamental truth. I make
Artwork by Jesse Sanchez
and its making on You-Tube My art is an expression of who I am. My experience with mental healing and my pursuit of wellness feeds
Brian Belt personal blog
As many people in the mental health community are aware, there is a positive correlation between substance abuse issues and neurodiverse/mental health conditions. Many people
Artwork by Jessica Banx from Mobile, Alabama
Hello all.Simply put, Art has saved my life in a multi-faceted manner.I’ve been dealing with mental health problems for practically my whole life and was
Artwork by Reuven Wallack
General Attitude Towards the Evolution of my Art: From Start to Present It’s funny. In some ways I’ve made a complete circle regarding my attitude
Artwork by Raheem Taylor
“I find drawing can be very healing and it is a way to express myself.”
Artwork by Nic Freberg Morgan
“I make paintings and drawings that are like observations around a process of inner unfolding. The act of seeing itself holds many relationships between worlds,
Artwork by Gina Casher
“Painting helps my recovery making me feel focused and accomplished.”
Artwork by Susan Spangenberg
“My goal in my work, as well as my life, is to heal myself and save the animals and the planet in order to find
Fashion Art/Design by Loki Anthony
Loki is 47 years old, has been married for 23 years and is a father of 3. He is also a professional Artist, Designer, and
Photography by Adam Hoyt
Photography & Abstract Graphic Design is something that is both therapeutic and a coping skill for me, it brings me joy when I
Stigma Free Art @ 717 Columbia St. Hudson, New York
a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit public charity Check us out on Etsy also https://www.etsy.com/shop/StigmaFreeArt For info, artwork submissions, or a space to share your mental health
Our Vision
The Mental Health Awareness and Creative Arts gallery’s first gallery space has a variety of artwork on display by those people in
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Artwork by Robert Hill
