OOSOOM is an annual multi-media art exhibition which shows artworks made by people who have lived experience of mental health issues. It takes place each October at Summerhall in Edinburgh and this year will be the exhibition’s tenth.
The exhibition is organised by a Planning Group of people who have lived experience of mental health issues. It is facilitated by CAPS Independent Advocacy and funded by Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership. It is part of the year-round Thrive Edinburgh Arts Programme and the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival. See last years exhibition and find out more: www.outofsightoutofmind.scot
An organiser recently said:
‘It comes from the idea of people being ‘out of sight out of mind’ and people persisting to be seen and heard. There is still a strong element of defiance in it, it can take a lot to take action when self assurance is lacking. The exhibition has found a more comfortable place within itself: it stands proud and holds up high whatever is expressed, be it anger or joy, or whatever else.’
OOSOOM Call for Art: Make a submission
People who have personal lived experience of mental health issues are invited to submit an artwork for Out of Sight Out of Mind exhibition, held in October 2022 at Summerhall in Edinburgh. You can take part as an individual or as a group.
Submissions due by: 12pm Monday 25 July 2022
More information and download a form.
Get in touch: by email pam@capsadvocacy.org or phone 07989402634
Apply for an OOSOOM Artwork Materials Grant
The Artwork Materials Grants are available for people taking part in Out of Sight Out of Mind exhibition in October 2022, in contribution to the cost of materials used in the making of their artwork. Individuals can apply for up to £60 and groups can apply for up to £200.
Applications due by: 12pm on Monday 6 June 2022
More information and download a form.
Get in touch: by email pam@capsadvocacy.org or phone 07989402634
Find out about joining the OOSOOM Planning Group
The OOSOOM exhibition is organised by people who have lived experience of mental health issues. They meet approximately twice a month, currently on Zoom, in the lead up to the exhibition. They direct and plan the work, they make decisions as a group about the many aspects of the exhibition and undertake specific tasks. During September and October some also take part in the practical aspects of putting on the exhibition. Get in touch to find out more and with your questions.
Get in touch: email Madhu Venugopal the Peer and Volunteer Worker at CAPS madhu@capsadvocacy.org
OOSOOM Afternoon Tea is back! In person & Online
You are cordially invited to afternoon tea with the organisers and previous/future exhibitors of Out of Sight Out of Mind exhibition, as part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival. Everyone is welcome, especially those with an interest in art, tea and/or cake. Booking is essential.
When: Thursday 12 May 2022, 1-3pm
In person: Cornerstone Centre, St John’s Church, Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4BJ
Online: Using Zoom
Book a place: email pam@capsadvocacy.org or leave a message on 07989 402 634. Please let us know if you’re joining online or in person.
