J. Pepin Art Gallery features contemporary artists who are reframing the perception of mental illness. Along with their works, each artist shares their creative journey and how having a mental illness plays a role.
As someone diagnosed with bipolar, I have experienced the prejudice that exists against the mentally ill and witnessed the negative perception many have.
When I began going to a support group, I was overwhelmed by the creativity that existed in the room. I wanted to develop this gallery to give people an opportunity to share their work and stories to show the beauty that can come from having a mental illness. I hope it empowers artists to tell their story and that it inspires people to look at mental health in a different way.
Being mentally ill does not have to be viewed as a negative thing. In fact, many famous artistic people over time: Van Gogh, Michelangelo, Jackson Pollock, Georgia O'Keeffe and many others have had mental health issues. Our artists are successful talented people leading productive lives and enriching our world with their art.
Working together we can transform the landscape of mental health to be one of hope, dreams, and believing in a more accepting world. At J. Pepin Art Gallery, we are dedicated to supporting like-minded artists and creating awareness to inspire change.
A portion of our proceeds will be donated to various organizations also focused on creating awareness and ending the stigma of mental illness.
Hope you come visit us soon!
Hope, Dream, Believe,
Jennifer Pepin, Owner
As someone diagnosed with bipolar, I have experienced the prejudice that exists against the mentally ill and witnessed the negative perception many have.
When I began going to a support group, I was overwhelmed by the creativity that existed in the room. I wanted to develop this gallery to give people an opportunity to share their work and stories to show the beauty that can come from having a mental illness. I hope it empowers artists to tell their story and that it inspires people to look at mental health in a different way.
Being mentally ill does not have to be viewed as a negative thing. In fact, many famous artistic people over time: Van Gogh, Michelangelo, Jackson Pollock, Georgia O'Keeffe and many others have had mental health issues. Our artists are successful talented people leading productive lives and enriching our world with their art.
Working together we can transform the landscape of mental health to be one of hope, dreams, and believing in a more accepting world. At J. Pepin Art Gallery, we are dedicated to supporting like-minded artists and creating awareness to inspire change.
A portion of our proceeds will be donated to various organizations also focused on creating awareness and ending the stigma of mental illness.
Hope you come visit us soon!
Hope, Dream, Believe,
Jennifer Pepin, Owner
Photo by Sara Jane Stewart
