HeART & Soul: The Art of Connection exhibition

The Art of Connection exhibition celebrates the powerful connections fostered within the HeART & Soul community and beyond. Curated and led by principal artist-in-residence, David Giles, HeART & Soul is an art program that brings together people with lived experience of mental health challenges, providing a safe, welcoming space to create, connect, and express themselves through art.

This exhibition showcases a diverse collection of works by HeART & Soul participants alongside artists from the wider community. By exhibiting together, the exhibition creates opportunities for connection, understanding, and shared creative expression, helping to challenge stigma surrounding mental health while highlighting the value of inclusion and community participation.

Through their artwork, participants share their creativity, resilience, and personal perspectives, offering visitors a glimpse into the transformative role that art can play in enhancing wellbeing. This exhibition celebrates not only artistic achievement, but also the confidence, growth, and community that flourish when people come together in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Take home an art piece and be a part of the artist’s journey.

Featured artwork above by Kristian Eaton.

David Giles is an award-winning Australian artist, educator and gallery owner whose work has been exhibited in more than 50 solo exhibitions around the world. For over 20 years, he has inspired thousands of students through his Freedom School of Painting, helping people discover confidence and creativity through art.

As Creative Therapies Coordinator and Principal Artist in Residence at Richmind WA, David leads the HeART & Soul program, using creativity to support wellbeing, self-expression and connection.

Through exhibitions and community art projects, he empowers artists to share their stories, build confidence and foster a sense of belonging.Artwork by David Giles featured in The Art of Connection exhibition is available to bid on using the link below. David has generously committed to donating 100% of the proceeds to the HeART & Soul program, supporting Richmind WA consumers to continue their creative and wellbeing journeys through this valuable arts program.

HeART & Soul is an art program that brings together people with lived experience of mental health challenges, providing a safe, welcoming space to create, connect, and express themselves through art.

Led by professional artists, the program encourages creative expression, social connection, confidence building, and improved mental wellbeing through activities such as painting, pottery, poetry, and other creative arts.