Krystina’s story – from Ukraine to Coventry, finding a refuge in art
World Mental Health Day 10th October aims to raise global awareness about mental health issues and encourage open discussion. This…
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People’s Journeys: K.B. I’m ready to move on
Arty-Folks has helped me discover more about myself and supported me to embrace these things. It’s given me the safe…
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In Memory of Cecily Foulger: A Heartfelt Thank You
All of us at Arty-Folks are deeply touched by the outpouring of generosity shown in memory of Cecily Foulger. We…
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Introducing Rory, REACH Peer Support Worker
In June 2024, Rory McDermott came across Arty-Folks through a Facebook post. At the time, he was unemployed, job hunting,…
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Arty-Folks Secures 2-Year Funding to Support Young People
We are thrilled to announce that Arty-Folks has been awarded 2 years of funding from Coventry&Warwickshire Mental Health Collaborative Integrated…
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From a blank Canvas to personal Change
A project funded by the Heart of England Community Foundation Inclusive Communities Fund. We are excited to announce that we…
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Skills-based volunteering is a Win-Win-Win!
We are delighted the Lloyds Bank Foundation for England & Wales used Arty-Folks as a case study to demonstrate the…
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Thanks to the People’s Postcode Lottery
Arty-Folks is a small charity and in recent years we have struggled to cover the costs to run our art…
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K.TJ. – overcoming the fear of death
I have attended Arty-Folks for just over 12 months and I’m feeling in a good place to hit the big…
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The Artists Workshop Series
Arty-Folks & LTB Showrooms & Sitting Rooms of Culture are collaborating to cultivate a vibrant community of artists, learners, and…
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