Partners in Art

Celebrating artistic expression

The Partners in Art Initiative Committee welcomes artwork from clients, staff, volunteers of The Royal and its partners. The purpose of Partners in Art is to:

• Break down the stigma associated with mental illness
• Provide a permanent venue for visual artists to display their works to The Royal’s community
• Give artists the option of selling their works while on public display
• Acknowledge the importance of art in enhancing the health and well-being of an individual
• Raise funds for the Partners in Art Initiative Bursary Fund

Art is displayed in several designated areas for both long- and short-term periods. You can help us grow by submitting your artwork, volunteering on the committee, purchasing artwork or donating to the Bursary Fund.

Submit your art

Artwork can include the following: sketches, paintings, prints, sculptures, tapestries and photography. There are restrictions on the size of the art you can submit. Graphic depictions of violence or pornography will not be considered. An artist may have no more than two pieces on display at any time. A separate committee will decide, through the jury process, which works will be accepted for display.

Each year, a call for art will be issued in the winter, summer and fall. Each artist may submit two pieces of art. Maximum size for each piece is no larger than 18 x 24 inches or 432 square inches. Entries must be properly labelled (title, media, artist’s name, price) and ready to hang; assuring that framework is stable and secure.