Help Keep Creativity Accessible

Help Keep Creativity Accessible: Donations Needed to Sustain Somerset Art Works Online Art Group

The Somerset Art Works Online Art Group is seeking donations to continue providing accessible creative health and wellbeing support to people across Somerset and beyond.

Founded in the aftermath of the pandemic, the Somerset Art Works Online Art Group provides participants with affordable, online interactive sessions delivered by a range of professional artists. Taking place in a private Facebook group, participants are invited to follow the live sessions, or watch back recordings at a time that suits them best. The group nurtures a creative community, helping members develop skills, connect with others, build confidence and express themselves. Wherever participants are, or whatever their day looks like, they have the opportunity to join a community and engage in creative activities.

Watch the Online Art Group short film produced by filmmaker Hannah Earl, featuring lead artist Gemma Dunnell and group member Ember Kelly.

“I don’t think I can fully vocalise just how invaluable the Online Art Group has been for me. It has helped keep me afloat both creatively and on a mental health level. I am quite isolated, living on my own and not able to travel very far due to ill health.” – OAG participant

Somerset Art Works is asking for donations to help protect the future of the Online Art Group. By supporting this project, Somerset Art Works is able to continue providing vital space for creativity, connection and community to people who may otherwise be isolated from these opportunities due to circumstantial limitations.

Make your donation here: https://quietplacesathome.online/exhibition/

For more information about the group and how to get involved, visit the quietplacesathome.online blog.

Thank you for your support.