Creative Connections - art exhibition and workshops this World Mental Health Day!

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is once again celebrating World Mental Health Day with a unique look at how art and creativity can positively support mental health. Our Art Exhibition will display work created by patients and service users, as well as members of the public who are invited to share their own work for the exhibit.

Following the success of the Trust’s 2024 Art Exhibition, Inner Reflections, Creative Connections will take place at Princes Quay Shopping Centre (Ground Floor) in Hull, between 11am and 3pm on Friday 10 October 2025.

Real connections have never been more important and as social beings, we feel better when supported by those around us. But sometimes it can be difficult to build relationships or find the right words to say. By using creativity, you don’t have to find the words.

During the event’s art exhibition there will also be a series of free art workshops and activities for visitors to get involved in on the day, such as doodle art and kintsugi (the Japanese art of mending broken pottery as therapy).

Research shows that getting involved in any type of art or creative process can support your mental health as it can boost mood, lower stress, improve social connections, reduce loneliness and promote self-discovery.

Get involved – the Trust are inviting members of the local community to get involved and submit artwork for the exhibition. Artwork can include paintings, drawings, photography, and much more. Contributors need to simply send their created artwork to the following address between 15th – 29th September 2025.

Communications Team

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Trust HQ, Block A, Ground Floor,

Beverley Road,

Willerby Hill,

Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire,

HU10 6FE

When submitting artwork for the event:

· Label the artwork: include artist name and description of the artwork. These will be displayed at the exhibition along with the piece.

· Artwork can only be accepted during 15th – 29th September 2025.

· Some artwork may not feature in the live display due to space, but these pieces will be included in an online digital gallery.

· Artwork cannot be returned unless collected from the event space in Princes Quay at 4pm on Friday 10 October.

The event will be open to public from 11am on 10 October at Princes Quay Shopping Centre and everyone is welcome to attend and see the exhibition and take part in the creative workshops.