Creative Connection: Woughton Residents Showcase Art and Wellbeing Journey in New Exhibition

In January 2025, residents from across Woughton came together for a free Art and Wellbeing course, organised by Woughton Community Council at the newly opened Health and Wellbeing Hub in Coffee Hall.

Led by local artist Sarah Watts, the six-week course provided a supportive and inspiring space for participants to explore drawing and other creative practices at their own pace. The sessions were designed not just to build artistic skills but to offer a safe and inclusive environment where individuals could reconnect with themselves and one another.

“Art has an extraordinary way of holding us, of helping us pause, reconnect, and rebuild. In these sessions, the act of making became a space for self-discovery, healing, and shared humanity,”

— Sarah Watts, Artist

Throughout the course, new friendships blossomed. Participants shared techniques, encouraged each other’s progress, and even organised social gatherings outside the sessions – a testament to the strong sense of belonging and mutual support that grew week by week.

The accompanying exhibition now celebrates the group’s collective journey – showcasing individual artworks that reflect their courage, creativity, and personal growth. It also pays tribute to those who, due to health challenges, were unable to complete the course but remain an important part of the community that emerged.

The Art and Wellbeing project reflects Woughton Community Council’s continued commitment to supporting mental health, community connection, and personal development through creative and accessible local programmes.