An exhibition titled “Seri: Woman Perspective – Voice of Our Time” at 22Hale Street Heritage Gallery in Ipoh, Perak, brings together 10 women artists showcasing 24 paintings and six ceramic- and clay-based sculptural works. The show explores the psychology of art, emotional expression, identity, and social reflection. A parallel talk, “From Pain to Healing: The Art of Emotional Recovery,” was given by Health Ministry psychology officer Rahilah Abdul Rahim, who introduced the Art Drawing House-Tree-Person (ADHTP) technique and color-based exercises as therapeutic tools for accessing and understanding emotions.
This event matters because it highlights the intersection of contemporary visual art and mental health, demonstrating how creative expression can serve as a non-verbal therapeutic method, especially for trauma survivors. By centering women artists and collaborating with local organizations like Pertubuhan Wanita Prihatin Perak and the Perak Artists Association, the exhibition amplifies women’s voices in art while promoting emotional healing and social reflection in a community context.