Unique Mental Health-Themed Art Competition Held in Indore
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): A unique art competition themed around mental health was recently held at The Imagination Station. The event was organised by the Create Stories Social Welfare Society in collaboration with Art Way Gallery. It brought together artists of all ages, providing a platform to use creative expression to promote mental health awareness and help reduce the stigma surrounding psychological issues.
Participants worked with watercolour sheets to visually interpret their experiences and thoughts related to mental well-being. Their artworks spanned a wide emotional spectrum — from anxiety and depression to self-awareness and healing — turning the canvas into a powerful medium for introspection and empathy.
The event concluded with a closing ceremony attended by Shailendra Solanki from the Social Justice Department, who commended the initiative for addressing mental health in such an engaging and inclusive manner.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health disorders affect nearly 1 in 8 people globally. As awareness efforts grow, art therapy and creative expression are increasingly recognized as valuable tools in mental health care.
Competition Categories and Winners
The competition was divided into two age groups, each showcasing remarkable talent and originality:
Under 15 Years
- 1st Prize: Charvi Goyal
- 2nd Prize: Jai Radoliya
- 3rd Prize: Rushali Jain
Above 15 Years
- 1st Prize: Manoj Tomar
- 2nd Prize: Varsha Sharma
- 3rd Prize: Daksha Chauhan
Audience members and judges alike praised the participants for their creativity and courage in addressing sensitive themes through art.
Story by Staff Reporters
https://www.freepressjournal.in/indore/indore-news-art-exhibition-highlights-mental-health-awareness
