MONDAY 20TH JULY TO THURSDAY 30TH JULY 2009
at The Liverpool Academy of Arts, 32 Seel Street Liverpool L1 4BE http://www.la-art.co.uk/
OPEN TO ANYONE AFFECTED BY MENTAL DISTRESS
F A B U L O U S !
that's the only way to describe the Exhibition so far.
The Private View was a resounding success. After days of rain we had a lovely dry (!) summer evening and more than 200 people arrived to view the wonderful Artwork on display, enjoy a glass of wine and the scrumptious chocolate fountain . The Gallery looked stunning, everyone had worked so hard to make it look summery & welcoming with palm trees, flowers & butterflies. Bunting (made from recycled plastic bags by our very own artist Imogen!) and cheerful flowers adorned the door and the sounds of Flamenco guitar (played beautifully by Dave Lornie) greeted everyone as they arrived. The Exhibition was officially opened by actor Dean Sullivan (Brookside's Jimmy Corkhill) and because it's Summer in the City we invited the Southport Swords Morris Dancers to come and entertain us - and that's just what they did - lots of fun and laughter! There was also a free raffle with an array of excellent prizes donated by local businesses Thank You!
It was, as we'd hoped, a joyous evening, welcoming, friendly, upbeat, relaxing.
NOW THE WORKSHOPS HAVE STARTED AND WE'D LOVE YOU TO COME AND JOIN US!
We've had a great reponse to the workshops so far, 'Drama' 'Jewellery from Junk' & 'Pottery'. People have really enjoyed them, Thursday 23rd July it's Creative Writing & Friday 24th Treat Yourself Well day so we'd love to see you there!
It's a lovely atmosphere, you can enjoy refreshments in the 'Surf Shack Cafe' or relax and be soothed by sounds of nature in our Urban Oasis.
THE PEOPLE'S VOTE ! - vote for your favourite artwork - 1ST 2ND & 3RD PRIZES for the most popular pieces
you can still contact us for more info. on 0151 281 07777 or email iwoodings@imaginementalhealth.org.uk
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT IMAGINE
Imagine has a positive approach to mental health & works to promote opportunities for people to live a full & independent life. For more information about our services go to http://www.imaginementalhealth.org.uk/