Metro Mental Health Month Art Exhibition 2026
Mental Health Month Art Exhibition 2026
‘A Little Connection Goes a Long Way’
Celebrate creativity, courage, and the journey towards connection and wellbeing.
Event Details
| Date | Wednesday, 21st October 2026 |
| Time | 3:00pm – 4.30pm |
| Location | 36 Cumberland St Cabramatta (in the community room) |
| Cost | Free |
| Repeats | Once |
About This Event
This year’s theme is:
A Little Connection Goes a Long Way
We invite our customers to submit artwork that reflects their personal experiences with mental health and the importance of connection. What does your path to connection look like? What and who helps you keep going?
Connection can take many forms and can be done in ways that feel safe and comfortable for each person. It might be an interaction with the world – like waving hello to a neighbour, talking someone at the local shops or a support service, spending time with loved ones, playing with a pet, or volunteering in the community. It might also look like moments of self-connection, such as spending some time alone to reflect, engaging in a hobby you enjoy, or doing something that helps you feel grounded. Whether it’s connecting with others or reconnecting with yourself – small, simple acts can make a big difference to our mental health.
Call for Entries – Open to Hume Customers Only
Entries are now open exclusively to customers of Hume Community Housing, you may be a tenant or accessing support.
Entries Close: Wednesday 7 October
How to Enter
To submit your artwork complete the attached submission form, be sure to include information on your piece of art, know your artwork dimensions and read the terms and conditions associated with submission.
You will be required to drop your artwork off for it to be displayed and collect within 3 weeks after the exhibition. Please contact us if you have any questions or need additional support.
All art forms are welcome such as paintings, drawing, photography, digital art, or mixed media so long as the work can be safely exhibited and the size isn’t too large for the space.
- Terms and conditions
By submitting artwork for inclusion in this exhibition or project, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
- Artwork Installation
In order to safely and securely display artworks, we may be required to screw into the back of canvases or frames to install hanging devices (e.g., D-rings, wire, or similar fixtures).
- These installations are necessary for the safe presentation of your work.
- We will take care to avoid excessive or unnecessary damage; however, minor wear or alterations to the rear of artworks may occur as a result.
- Artworks which are assessed as being too large in size to safely install will not be able to be included. A photograph of the artwork may be displayed instead. Please include this information in your submission.
- Limitation of Liability
Art will be hung by an experienced person and while all reasonable care will be taken when handling and displaying your artwork:
- We accept no responsibility for any damage (cosmetic, structural, or otherwise) that may occur as a result of installation, display, transport, or handling.
- Insurance for artworks is the responsibility of the artist. We do not provide coverage for loss, theft, or damage.
- Consent to Alterations for Display Purposes
By submitting your artwork, you consent to the installation of hanging hardware, as described above. If your piece is not suitable for standard hanging methods, it is your responsibility to notify us in advance and provide alternative options or support materials.
- Artwork Drop-Off and Collection
- Artists are responsible for delivering their artwork by the specified deadline and collecting after the event. The space is secured for a period of time and you may wish to have your art displayed during this period. Artwork must be collected from your closest Hume office by the 4/12/2026.
- All artworks must be clearly labelled with the artist’s name and title of the work.
- Collection of artworks must be completed within the advised timeframe after the event. Any artworks left uncollected beyond this time may be subject to disposal or forfeiture unless prior arrangements have been made.
- Public Display and Photography
- By participating, you consent to your artwork being publicly displayed.
- Artworks which are likely to cause offence or which incite hatred will not be accepted.
- Photographs of artworks may be taken during the event and used for promotional or archival purposes by the organisers. This may include promotion for future events.
- Originality and Ownership
- All submitted works must be original and created by the submitting artist/s.
- The artist retains full ownership of their work but grants us permission to display and promote it as part of the event.
- Any sales of artworks is solely the concern and responsibility of the artist.
By submitting your artwork, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.
