Beyond Art Exhibition First you see the disability, then you get to know the person, and you may then see the talent. The Beyond Art Exhibition is aiming to turn this around. First you see the talent, then you get to know the person, and you may see the disability. The Beyond Art Exhibition will be exhibiting different pieces of art from community art groups, day centres, colleges, adult education and many other groups and individuals from across Birmingham. The inspiring artwork on display has been produced by people who have learning or physical disabilities, mental health difficulties, autism, visual and hearing impairments and people who are 65 and over. As this event is part of our celebration of Carers Week we are also featuring artwork produced by carers recognising the incredibly valuable work they do. Following the ethos of the Opportunities Fair, there are hands-on art sessions taking place each hour provided by different community art groups. Have a go yourself and see if art is for you! These sessions will be taking place in the ‘Have-A-Go-At-Art Room’ next door to the Beyond Art Exhibition in the Platinum Suite. We share the immense pride and achievement of the talented artists who are exhibiting here today. Together, we are aiming to approach disability in a different way – a way that allows the talent to be the first thing you see. Our plans for the future include working with schools in and around Birmingham, and looking at holding art exhibitions within schools and community centres to further promote disability awareness.
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