Exploring Creative Talents
Two years ago, Diane Lloyd started at Artsenta – an art studio for people who use mental health and addiction services – and found acceptance and joy in creating pottery.
Artsenta is a shared art studio in Dunedin, New Zealand. It’s free and provides space and equipment to create jewellery, music, paintings, drawings, ceramics and prints. Specialist artists teach skills and, as creative coaches, develop art plans to guide the creative work.
Artsenta was founded on the belief that the arts, creativity and self-expression are essential to every person’s emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing, and that those in the mental health community should be given the opportunity to realise their creative potential. Diane credits the studio for helping her achieve the right balance she has now found.