Since 2005, ADMH has hosted an art show at Alabama's state Capitol. Artists from around the state with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders have their abilities showcased throughout the month of May, in observance of Mental Health Month.
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Art Show Details
Calls for entry go out in February each year. Please send your contact information to be added to the e/mailing list. For more information and best practices for entering the show visit Capitol Showcase.
Not all of the pieces are for sale. All proceeds go to the individual artists. If the piece you like has a price, please contact us to make payment arrangements (checks only). NFS = Not For Sale
I was diagnosed with schizophrenia when I was a young girl. I have experienced many symptoms because of my illness. I Read more
Story Missing Avery Rainbow Roblox NFS Is this one your favorite? Cast your vote for the Best in Show: https://forms.gle/yzozWXf4mj5mnpkw5 Read more
Tamara attends a day program in Alabama. She likes volunteering at AICC. Some of her favorite things to do are Read more
Art, for me, like so many others, was a childhood pastime. It was a way to express myself without fear Read more
At thirty-four, I began to fulfill one of my ambitions, which was to be an artist. I'm sixty-five now, and Read more
A friend once told me that I have a charmed life. Then, out of nowhere, with no warning, that "charmed Read more
I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety when I was young. I have struggled with symptoms from both my entire Read more
My name is Leatus, and I struggle with schizophrenia and depression. I have been in the mental health system since Read more
I have depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I have had many struggles with mental illness since I was a little girl. Read more
I have encountered many obstacles in my life, such as bullying and mental illness. I have been diagnosed with schizoaffective Read more
I was diagnosed with pervasive developmental disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. I have struggled with outbursts of anger. I Read more
This drawing is of a church. Art helped me relax, and it made me feel happy when I was sad. Read more
I have been creating art since I was six years old as a self-taught artist. When I am making art, Read more
I enjoy attending the Day Program, and I also receive personal care services at The Arc of Clarke County. At Read more
I am a self-taught artist. I began learning at four. I continued while studying in the hospital. I love to Read more
This drawing is me. Art helped me relax, and it made me feel happy when I was sad. Art helped Read more
I also encountered many obstacles associated with my illness. I have struggled with symptoms since being diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. Read more
Story Missing Tammy Church and Cemetery $15 Is this one your favorite? Cast your vote for the Best in Show: Read more
I learned about art in high school. Art has always interested me. It showed life to me as I made Read more
Story Missing Steven Brody’s Art NFS Is this one your favorite? Cast your vote for the Best in Show: https://forms.gle/yzozWXf4mj5mnpkw5 Read more
I was diagnosed with schizophrenia at the age of 14. When I became an adult, my diagnosis was changed to Read more
Shelby attends a day program in Alabama. She enjoys playing tennis with Dream Court and is beginning to skate with Read more
Story Missing Frank Frank’s Art NFS Is this one your favorite? Cast your vote for the Best in Show: https://forms.gle/yzozWXf4mj5mnpkw5 Read more
I have been diagnosed with schizophrenia. I am proud to say that I am a veteran and receive services from Read more
I have seen artists that inspired me to create my own art. My favorite materials are acrylics, watercolors, and mixed Read more
Despite many life challenges, including a diagnosis of chronic paranoid schizophrenia, I have overcome them and in recovery, working with Read more
Chris attends art and music classes. The art classes he attends range from painting, watercolor, and mixed media. He is Read more
I like drawing because it makes me feel good. Zachary Rain Clouds NFS Is this one your favorite? Cast your Read more
I’m a self-taught artist, who has been making art for a while. I enjoy making art because it makes me Read more
My name is Thomas. I have been coming to Riverbend for around twelve years. Taking medicine has helped me take Read more
My art has helped me overcome depression and shown me my ability to express myself. It makes me proud and Read more
I have schizoaffective disorder. I have encountered many obstacles in my life: shyness, feeling awkward, loneliness, not feeling good enough, Read more
At an early age, I was diagnosed with OCD and anxiety. I attend the Day Program at The Arc of Read more
Artistry was in my blood, yet it was something I mastered through a series of trials. The tests were incremental, Read more
Art is an outlet for the thoughts I have about life. It is therapy for things I am going through. Read more
Alyssa attends a day program in Alabama. She enjoys doing artwork and attends art classes weekly. She also loves animals Read more
Story Missing Lilli Lilli’s Art NFS Is this one your favorite? Cast your vote for the Best in Show: https://forms.gle/yzozWXf4mj5mnpkw5 Read more
I overdosed on LSD when I was 21. I have been in mental health facilities since then. It has been Read more
I've lived with depression and anxiety most of my life. About 5 years ago, I started acrylic painting to relieve Read more
I was born with a disability in one of my hands. I can draw anime and my favorite cartoons. My Read more
I was diagnosed with autism as a child. One of the challenges I have overcome is learning to be independent. Read more
Story Missing Matthew Matthew’s Art NFS Is this one your favorite? Cast your vote for the Best in Show: https://forms.gle/yzozWXf4mj5mnpkw5 Read more
I have bipolar disorder, and I have encountered many challenges because of my mental illness. My recovery plan is to Read more
When making art, I draw inspiration from myself and my feelings. In the past, I have struggled with depression, but Read more
I like to paint and make necklaces and bracelets. Painting and making jewelry are both ways to be artistic. Jane Read more
I started painting as part of my recovery coping skills. I taught myself to paint, and I continue to improve Read more