Simon Jones is a Manchester based photography and moving image artist who has received a number of national and international awards and prizes. Simon’s practice also involves regular commissions for socially engaged projects with communities across the country.
The Anxious Photographer’s Handbook
Visual Art / Photography book
The Anxious Photographer’s Handbook is primarily aimed at individuals that live in isolation due to anxiety and other mental health problems. Expect a visually engaging book containing a range of photographic challenges, a unique way to connect with the local environment and society. Copies of the book are to be shared with libraries, community hubs, GP surgeries, and health professionals, towards the end of September.
“Really lovely and accessible way to use creativity to help relax and reduce anxiety at difficult times.” Manager, Start,
“I picked it up in the reception at Chorlton House (mental health service), and carry it around with me. It’s very therapeutic.” GMMH service user
“I’ve never thought about using photography in this way before.” ARC Workshop participant, ”
“What a privilege to be part of a session by Simon Jones. I’m definitely going to be doing more of this!” ARC Workshop participant: ”
“I have a couple of copies of your ‘Anxious photographer’s handbook’ on my table and it has been much admired – mostly by other staff members.” St Andrew’s school SEN Head
Pick up a free copy from libraries across Greater Manchester and from:
The Edge Theatre & Arts Centre, Manchester Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 9JG
No. 93, 93 Church Lane, Harpurhey, Manchester, M9 5BG
Forum Centre, Simonsway, Wythenshawe, Manchester M22 5RX
Z-arts, 335 Stretford Road, Hulme, M15 5ZA
GMMH NHS Chorlton House, 70 Manchester Road Chorlton Cum Hardy Manchester Greater Manchester M21 9UN.
Barnardo’s, Unit G, Fallowfield Retail Park, Fallowfield, Manchester M14 6FS
Whitworth Art Gallery Manchester
Start NHS Recovery Pathways Service, Cornbrook Enterprise Centre, Hulme, Manchester, Manchester, M15 4HW
ARC, Hat Works, Wellington Mill, Wellington Rd S, Stockport SK3 0EU
Gaskell House Psychotherapy Service, NHS, 28 Swinton Grove, Manchester M13 0EU
St. Andrews C of E Primary School, 1 Broom Ave, Levenshulme, Manchester M19 2UH
