Bob Ross Art Therapy: Facilitating a therapeutic process through painting
Art Therapy is for everyone, regardless of your artistic experience and ability! Art therapy has been shown to be effective in improving self-confidence, concentration, and motor skills, as well as self-awareness and communication. Join UQ Counselling this University Mental Health Day for an Art Therapy Workshop inspired by Bob Ross' The Joy of Painting.
About Uni Mental Health Day
Celebrate 2026 UMHD with UQ
University ‘Uni’ Mental Health Day (UMHD) is an annual campaign held around the world to bring awareness and focus to the unique challenges students face to their mental health and social and emotional wellbeing when studying and working at a university.
Take some time to remind yourself, peers and loved ones to take care for one's mental health and wellbeing. UMHD is hosted by UQ Health Promotion. Learn more about UMHD here.
Program
Location | Date | Time | Venue |
| Dutton Park | Thursday 16 April | 10am – 12pm | Inner Space |
| Herston | Tuesday 5 May | 11.30am – 1pm | Central Breezeway (Outside Cafe Dose) |
| Gatton | Wednesday 12 May | 11.30am – 1pm | Central Walkway |
St Lucia | Thursday 15 May | 12 – 5pm | Great Court, St. Lucia |
