Creatively improving mental health Fundraiser! Exhibition, Charity Gala & Art Auction

Friday 11th October 5-8pm @ Newcastle Upon Tyne

This fun and high-profile event will playfully challenge and raise Mental Health awareness, actively tackle stigma as well as support the future endeavours of Chilli Studios “to provide a sustainable service that engages people in creative activity, which promotes social inclusion and interaction, develops skills and ability which builds resilience, enables potential and improves wellbeing.”

We are hoping you can help us gain interest and support for this event and would be truly thankful if you could consider donating any of your amazing works in aid of our Art & Mental Health Charity. Even helping spread the word would be wonderful.

We also plan to celebrate Artists’ support and kindness in donating to this important cause by:

• Featuring in an online month-long exhibition ( also exhibition at venue tbc)

• Featuring in an Art auction and Gala event

• Coverage and Artist Profile on Chilli Studio & Partner social media sites

• Free half-day hire of Chilli Studio space for a one-off activity

• 10% Discount card for our online Chilli Shop

Either existing pieces or new works would be welcomed. Please submit by 1st July; successful artwork must be received by 1st August 2024. Submissions will be viewed and picked by a small steering group of Chilli Studio staff, members and invited international artists. Work will be chosen on quality, meaning and impact. FAQs are available for more information.

Chilli Studios is a registered charity 1116957. “Creatively improving mental health” since 2004. We provide support to those who are experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, a wide range of diagnosed mental health problems or social exclusion within their communities. We provide arts & music studio services with a range of art specialists and peers supporting activities, workshops and outreach projects. 

We are based within a vibrant, inclusive community space near the centre of Newcastle. It provides a creative service in many disciplines from multimedia to ceramics and lots in-between. Studio space covers over 240m2, includes creative professionals, artists and numerous volunteers. We also run numerous outreach and ambitious projects with partnerships reaching local, national and international levels. It is highly regarded as a professional and innovative Arts & Mental Health community-based service.

Our mission is to promote creative freedom. Promoting the power of creativity to empower individuals to challenge internal and external perceptions of mental health. Valuing everyone’s unique personal expression, inspiring people to take creative chances, build skills and celebrate achievements.

To also be a compassionate and safe service. Creating a safe, inclusive place where everyone feels welcome, encouraged to participate and supported throughout involvement—developing a caring community through encouragement and support. Taking time to listen, learn and respect others and their privacy; when a difference exists, value it and find shared understanding within the community of interest.​​

To get a feel for what we do, join us on social media sites:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newcastleandgatesheadartstudio

Instagram: @chillistudios  https://www.instagram.com/chillistudios/

We greatly look forward to hearing from you and please do join us at the event for a cuppa and chat!

Many thanks for your time and consideration.