Phases

Phases is Dear Artists’ first mental health-focused virtual art show, created with the intention to uplift artists and encourage more open conversations about mental health in the art community.

Opening April 1, 2021

Lead curator & juror: Jean Nagai

Co-curator & facilitator: Benz Amataya

Curator statement by Jean Nagai

“There are days when I feel stable and can paint something that I feel good about. There are days when I feel like it’s impossible to get the simplest tasks done, like washing my face or feeding myself. With the fear of the pandemic and ecological collapse, it is much harder to care about my own life, or others. With painting, I do feel some tiny grasp of this world, because it is part of my reality. There are days when it is easier to paint than other days, I go in and out of phases. That is why I chose this title.”