Canvas to Change

From a blank Canvas to Change – a FREE weekly creative peer support group for young adults 16-25yrs old who are struggling with mental overwhelm and social anxiety.

Workshop date and times:

You can join us Wednesdays 4pm-6pm at Arty-Folks studios in Coventry.

Book your place and we will then call you to talk through your needs, and to tell you more about the group and art projects.  You can then let us know if you are struggling to come on your own.  If you want your parent/carer/health professional to accompany you, we need to know in advance as we want to keep our groups quite small.

Level of difficulty:

The workshops are suitable for total beginners as well as those who are more experienced.  Our expert artists and Peer Support Workers will help you step by step build your skills and confidence to express yourself.

What you will learn:

• A wide range of visual arts & crafts including digital art, film making, painting, sculpture, textile, in a safe environment that feels much more like an art college (rather than school)
• How to manage stress and anxiety using your creative skills
• Learn from specialist artist in Graphic Design, film making, games design, murals, etc.

Costs: All workshops are completely free and we provide all materials, and refreshments!

Please note

• You must be 16+ of working age and living in Coventry or Warwickshire.
• Experiencing mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, psychosis, personality disorders, schizophrenia, or self-diagnosed mental distress.
• Be able to attend independently and engage in a small group environment.
• We are not able to offer specialist support for those at acute crisis point, with Dementia or Alzheimers, SEN,  Autism, or with a current alcohol or drug dependence.
• We can’t accept drop-ins and places must be booked in advanced.

Parent/Professionals Referrals:

To refer a young person please help them book a place with their own contact details.
We will then contact them directly to explain what we do and make arrangements for joining.

For further info visit https://arty-folks.org.uk/what-we-offer/canvas-to-change

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