The work of young artists was on display at the Contrast Art Program exhibition in Seymour on Thursday 4 August.
The Contrast program is a free eight-week art program for young people aged between 12-18 with a connection to Seymour.
The 2022 program was run every Thursday at Our Place Seymour and saw young people learn, design and create with help from professional artists and art therapists.
Participants also have the opportunity to mentor younger students on the art skills they have learnt throughout the program.
As part of the program, each participant received more than $100 worth of art supplies for free.as well as tools to keep them creative now that the program is complete.
The program supports young people to build connections, confidence and self-expression through participation in expressive and artistic activities.
It also allows young people to develop positive relationships with service providers and youth workers.
The program was coordinated by Mitchell Shire Youth Services and funded by the Alcohol and Drug Foundation.
The program was supported by local service providers including The Bridge Youth Services, Nexus Primary Health, Victoria Police and five local art mentors and therapists.
