Menier Gallery

As the Menier Gallery is permanently closed and no longer managed by our charity, we will soon be deleting this Twitter account. Please follow @artinhospitals for future news, events, and opportunities. 👇👇👇

We are deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. All of us at Paintings in Hospitals send our deepest condolences to our Royal Patron, His Majesty The King, and the Royal Family at this time of profound grief.

Burnout is a huge problem among staff within the NHS. Art can create spaces that encourage creativity, relieve stress, boost morale and improve the wellbeing of employees. Here are 5 ways art can prevent burnout 👇#burnout #stress #artinhealth #Health instagram.com/p/Cggjm3AskGD/

Engaging in arts-based activities can help dementia patients communicate in a non-verbal way, which can reduce stress and negative emotions and instead, stimulate the brain and evoke positive memories. Read more here: instagram.com/p/Cf6ErdcI7qC/ #dementia #artinhospitals #Health

We are seeking an outstanding individual with a passion for art and wellbeing to join our Board of Trustees as Chair and guide our organizational strategy forward. Apply by 9th August - tap for more information! paintingsinhospitals.org.uk/chair

Whether we are viewing artwork or making it, science shows that dopamine levels in the brain are increased, heightening feelings of pleasure and happiness. Here are 5 ways art makes us happier! 👇 instagram.com/p/CgKAQMGMyVq/ #happiness #artinhospitals #artsinhealth #artforhealth

Today @ace_national share their Creative Health & Wellbeing plan on how they're going to work within health and social care. We're featured on their case studies page as a key organisation in the sector. Find out more: artscouncil.org.uk/developing-cre… #LetsCreate #CreativeHealth

Loneliness is a universal emotion and is part of being human. However, there are some groups in society that feel more isolated and alone, which has been exacerbated by the pandemic. How can art combat loneliness? tap the link! #loneliness #isolation instagram.com/p/CftmVrfIUPM/

Our OASIS project with @reconnectionsgw aims to ease social isolation and loneliness at home by connecting people with art through creative activities to help them make new social connections. Read more! paintingsinhospitals.org.uk/oasis-original… #oasis #socialisolation #loneliness #mentalhealth

Thank you to @artinhospitals for installing 2 new exhibitions @nottmhospitals today! Paintings have been chosen by patients, staff and volunteers. Thank you @NUHCharity for kindly funding this project and @efmatnuh for all your support. @MoppettSarah @KatieMoorePPI

"making things...takes you back to being a fully rounded, fully present human being” - Our artist patron Edmund de Waal received a CBE for services to the arts this week and spoke about how making things can support people's mental health. uk.news.yahoo.com/edmund-waal-pe… #artsandhealth

We are so sad to hear of the death of Paula Rego today. Her groundbreaking art is a treasured part of our collection. Paula spoke about creating art to support her mental health. “Art is the only place you can do what you like. That’s freedom.” Our thoughts are with her family.

Want to know more about our project with @artinhospitals? Head up to B Floor South Block QMC today to view samples of the paintings chosen by patients and staff @nottmhospitals🎨@DominicPiH @KatieMoorePPI @NUHCharity @HcopTeam @NUHVolunteers1 @nuhpatientgroup @NUHMedicine

We've teamed up with @Better_UK to bring art exhibitions and creative workshops to communities in London and the West Mids via local libraries! Huge thanks to @ace_national and @TNLUK players who have made this project possible. bit.ly/3PdfpL6 #LetsCreate #ACEsupported

A lovely week wrapping up the selection of paintings for the @artinhospitals project @nottmhospitals. We can’t wait to count the votes!Thank you to patients and staff for your input and @NUHCharity for supporting the project❤️ @KatieMoorePPI @nuhpatientgroup

Our OASIS project with @ReconnectionsGW kicked off this month! Local residents enjoyed a bit of fresh air and having a go at drawing ducks with a non-dominant hand 🦆 Check them out! And find out more about the project here: paintingsinhospitals.org.uk/oasis-original… #artsinhealth

We gathered worldwide nurse images of nurses doing their work,not sad, heroic images, affirming, energising images.We made the invisible visible & into resource to help educate, supervise, reflect & remember @CMO_England @artinhospitals #WoundedHealer22 paintingsinhospitals.org.uk/im-fine-project

Job klaxon!

We’ve a number of opportunities to join our team right now, including Administrator and Communications Assistant. If you're passionate about art's impact on health and wellbeing, take a look at the link and apply! paintingsinhospitals.org.uk/Pages/Category… #artsjobs #artsinhealth #creativehealth

Question for our followers: What type of content would you like to see more from us? Want to make something you'll enjoy! 📷🎧🎥

We're looking for a skilled #Communications Assistant to join our team in a hybrid home/office role. If you're passionate about art's impact on health, and have loads of ideas about letting more people know, apply before 27 March! #artsjobs paintingsinhospitals.org.uk/communications…