Being Seen at the Lewisham Arthouse - Private View

Lewisham Arthouse invites you to the opening of a thought-provoking exhibition inspired by testimonies of growth and personal recovery from trauma. The exhibition showcases paintings by awar wining artist Andy Farr developed over last seven years. Each piece inspired by conversations with trauma survivors. The works explore hidden pain and transformative recovery, offering deeply human portraits of courage and renewal.

Alongside the paintings the works are accompanied by the participant’s own narrative as well as poetry and personal testimony recorded at public events.

Andy’s has been supported by the Institute of Mental Health, With-you, DayOne Trauma support, MIND, Arts Council England and others. The exhibition highlights how being seen, and sharing vulnerability can foster healing, resilience and connection.

Andy’s vision is to spark empathy and understanding, presenting trauma not only as suffering but also as a catalyst for growth.

What People Are Saying?

"The exhibition will leave you feeling seen within our shared humanity” - Marissa Lambert, With-you, Peer Support.

“A ‘must see’ – a chance to expand your understanding through the universal language of art” - Kate Enters, Founder ArtCan

“It was a deep experience, heavy at times as expected, but also light when hope started coming through” — Lucian Milasan, NTU

“Andy’s work resonates with me, and with other survivors too.” — Jaime Richards, Coventry Haven

Andy work has been supported by the Institute of Mental Health, MIND, Birth Trauma Association, With-you, Day One Trauma support, University of Nottingham, Nottingham CVS and Arts Council England. He has worked with people from diverse backgrounds whose lives have been impacted in many different ways.

Andy hopes that the exhibition will foster understanding and empathy and engender hope, presenting trauma not only as a source of suffering but also as an opportunity for growth and renewed purpose.