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2 September 2022

Share your creativity: there’s still time to submit an artwork for our Mind Matters exhibition!

Did you see our student mental health art exhibition during Mind Matters week? We’re so impressed with the creativity and bravery of our students who shared their stories that we’re asking for more! We’re holding another art show during Mental Health Month in October and would love your contribution. 

While mental illness can significantly affect a person’s cognitive, emotional and social functioning, the full spectrum of mental health is also about helping you to feel your best, cope with stressful situations and contribute to your community – regardless of your personal situation.

Perhaps you’re among the one in five Australians who experiences a common mental illness each year. You may have helped a loved one on their mental health journey or perhaps you understand how creative pursuits can help with low moods, stress and depression. Whatever your personal story, we welcome your unique perspective on this vitally important topic.  

There’s still time to create an artwork inspired by the theme of mental health – we’re accepting submissions until Friday 30 September.

Create your artwork now

To be part of our October Mind Matters exhibition, all you need to do is submit a work of art that:

Art can be such a fantastic form of therapy, either to deal with personal struggles or to share feelings of joy, love, stress and despair. We want to showcase the amazing creative talents of our community in a space that helps to destigmatise mental health and inspires positive action.

Don’t be intimidated if you don’t paint or draw – we know that creativity comes in many forms. It might be a digital piece you’ve created, a poem you’ve written or a photo you’ve taken – we’re interested in any piece that inspires you to think about mental health, or brings comfort or hope.

It might take you a few weeks to complete an artwork that’s deeply personal, or two minutes to snap a scene that speaks to you without you even knowing why – we want it all!

To be part of our art exhibition, all you need to do is take a photo of a piece of your own artwork, complete the below entry form and upload by 5pm, Friday 30 September. Read on for the selection criteria, artwork specifications, and terms and conditions.

Please reach out for help if you need support or would like to talk to someoneYou can access a range of services, both here at Deakin and in the community.



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