Open StudioCreate at your own pace in a welcoming, supportive community where creativity, confidence and connection can flourish.
Make Your Own Art in Hamilton
Arts for Health Community Trust is a welcoming creative space in Hamilton where people can create, learn and connect through the arts.
For nearly 40 years we have provided art classes, Open Studio sessions, art therapy and exhibition opportunities for people of all ages, abilities and experience levels. Every year we welcome more than 4,000 participant visits from people looking to develop creative skills, meet new people, build confidence and be part of a supportive community.
Whether you are picking up a paintbrush for the first time, returning to a creative hobby, exploring art therapy or looking for a place to belong, you are welcome here.
Independent evaluation found that 85% of participants reported improved wellbeing, 91% made meaningful social connections and 57% have been involved with Arts for Health for more than a year.
Join us and discover how creativity can bring people together.
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Art ClassesLearn new creative skills while building confidence, expressing yourself, and connecting with others.others.
Arts TherapyUse creativity as a pathway to improve wellbeing, process emotions, and build resilience in a safe, supportive space.
Enter our Annual Art Competition for your chance to showcase your creativity and win a cash prize! Open to artists of all ages and skill levels, this competition is a fantastic opportunity to have your work seen, gain recognition, and be part of a community exhibition celebrating local talent. Enter your artwork here
"Arts changed more than my creativity. It gave me a place where I felt welcome, accepted, and part of something bigger than myself. I found friendship, confidence, and a community where I truly belong."
Maree Thompson
"I came to learn art techniques, but I gained so much more. Each class has helped me grow in confidence, try new things, and rediscover the joy of being creative."
Alyssa
"Art therapy gave my child a safe and creative way to express feelings that were difficult to put into words. We have seen growing confidence, stronger connections with others, and more moments of calm and happiness at home."
Hannah Wilson
"Art therapy gave me a way to process difficult experiences without needing to explain everything in words. Through creativity, I found confidence, connection, and a renewed sense of hope."
Lisa
"Walking through the doors for the first time was daunting. Now it feels like a second home. The kindness, encouragement, and sense of connection keep me coming back every week."
Daniel
"The supportive atmosphere gave me the confidence to experiment, make mistakes, and keep learning. Seeing my own progress has been incredibly rewarding."
Brent
"For the first time, my child found a place where they felt understood, included, and able to be themselves. Watching them look forward to every session has been wonderful to see."
Claire
"During one of the hardest periods of my life, this became a place of safety and purpose. Creating alongside others helped me rebuild routine, strengthen my wellbeing, and start looking forward again."
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