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

a self portrait
Untitled
My name is Mandy. This piece is important to me because it represents who I am and what I’ve overcome. Read more
a person wearing a blindfold that is surrounded by giant butterfly wings
Clipped
I am a contemporary expressionist painter from Mobile. My work is meant to be both empowering and symbolic to the Read more
drawing of a brain and markers
Tangled Thoughts
I have anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorder. I have been working on how to deal with my depression and Read more
a yin yang symbol surrounded by tiny bubbles
Balance of Bubbles
I’ve had a really hard time for most of my life because of my schizophrenia. It made things so difficult Read more
painting of a rabbit
PETZ!!
I’m an adult living with intellectual and social delays. I communicate best through visual means and always welcome the opportunity Read more
blue bird on a branch
Bluebird at Sunset
As an adult living with intellectual delays, I find joy and excitement in my many activities, whether they be athletic, Read more
stylized version of the word 'strong' painted on a brick wall
Strong
I have faced some big challenges in my life with ADHD and PTSD. It hasn't always been easy to stay calm, especially Read more
a self portrait
I May Struggle, but I’ll Help You
Since I was in elementary school, I dreamed of working for the biggest animation studio in America and took art Read more
a teddy bear with a heart holding flowers
Let’s Play
I have had a really hard time in my life because of things going on in my head. I have Read more