Can participation in arts program improve wellbeing? This question was explored in several major projects by Professor Katherine Boydell in partnership with the Australian Gallery of New South Wales. This Expert Insights panel session explores the research findings and ongoing studies that explore the therapeutic effect of art on mental health. It discusses the important elements that target mental health in art programs, and how we can use these findings and apply them in practice across a range of age groups. 

Panelists;
Katherine Boydell: Professor of Mental Health at the Black Dog Institute

Danielle Gullotta: Senior Access Programs ProducerT

Emma: Lived Experience Representative

Facilitator: Dr Carol Newall: Clinical Psychologist