Community members are invited to explore the topic of birth and birth trauma as part of an emotive new Central Victoria art exhibition ‘Scars of Beauty’. The exhibition at Dudley House in Bendigo represents the beauty that can arise from birth trauma and highlighting stories of post traumatic growth.
Scars of Beauty is a community art exhibition displaying the works of more than 25 artists, many first time exhibitors.
It is a place that people can connect, have conversations and gain more awareness of birth trauma. There can be light after dark, it may be a sense of resilience and strength, or the ability to be open and vulnerable.
It’s likely you’ll know someone who has experienced birth trauma as it can happen during any part of the journey that is bringing life into this world. It affects one in three women and is experienced by partners and health professionals too. Scars of Beauty is a way to celebrate the beauty that has arisen from these scars.
The exhibition will be officially opened with a special event on Thursday February 2 from 6pm-8pm and will feature an art auction and talks from the CEO of the Australasian Birth Trauma Association, Real Life Midwife Helen Nightingale and podcaster Dr Kara Thompson.
On Sunday February 5 there will be a family fun day with a circus skills workshop, clay and play, drawing and rock painting.
Refreshments will be provided at both events by local sponsors!
The exhibit will be from 10am to 4pm from February 3 to 5 at at Dudley House, 60 View Street Bendigo.
Come along and celebrate the bravery of the individuals and families!
