Self-care workshops for individual artists
Artists can now register for a series of free self-care workshops taking place in Belfast this November as part of the Arts and Mental Health Partnership Programme.
Support your wellbeing and creativity
Individual artists can now register for a series of free self-care workshops taking place in Belfast this November as part of the Arts and Mental Health Partnership Programme, funded by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland, National Lottery, and the Baring Foundation.
The workshops have been designed specifically for people working in the creative sector and focus on supporting mental health, resilience, and wellbeing. They respond to feedback from artists calling for more support to manage the personal and professional pressures of creative work.
Sessions are led by expert practitioners and cover practical tools, techniques, and reflective exercises to help artists manage stress, strengthen financial and emotional resilience, and nurture long-term creativity.
Upcoming sessions
Financial Advice Fair
When: Friday 7 November 2025
Where: The Boardroom, The MAC, Belfast
Work one-to-one with Christine and Rosy James from Blick Studios to develop your personal finance plan. Learn how to set SMART goals, manage money confidently, and reduce stress around financial planning.
Artist Manifesto (waitlist running)
When: Friday 7 November 2025
Where: The Factory, The MAC, Belfast
Led by Patrick J O'Reilly, Artistic Director of Tinderbox Theatre Company, this one-day Holistic Arts Practice workshop combines creativity and therapy to help artists explore purpose, meaning, and wellbeing.
Food and Mood
When: Thursday 13 November 2025
Where: 393 Holywood Road, Belfast
A session from Inspire Wellbeing exploring how nutrition affects mood and creativity. Learn how to use food to support mental health, reduce anxiety, and improve focus.
Resilience in Practice
When: Thursday 13 November 2025
Where: Bullitt Hotel, Belfast
New Dawn Health and Wellbeing guide you through five key pillars of resilience in this half-day session, combining mindfulness, creative expression, and guided reflection.
Hands-On Sessions
When: Thursday 20 November 2025
Where: Malone House, Belfast
Take time to rest and reset with a half-day of holistic taster sessions, including Qigong, mindful movement, sound bath meditation, guided breathing, and essential oils for self-care.
Managing Rejection
When: Thursday 27 November 2025
Where: The Hub, The MAC, Belfast
Dr Annette Clancy, Assistant Professor at University College Dublin, leads this workshop on navigating the emotional highs and lows of a creative career and using rejection to build long-term resilience.
Striking the Balance in a Creative World
When: Thursday 27 November 2025
Where: 393 Holywood Road, Belfast
A practical session with Inspire Wellbeing on managing time, setting boundaries, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance in the creative industries.
How to register
View the full programme of Self-Care Workshops for Individual Artists and book your free place through the Arts Council NI website.
First published 28 October 2025