
Nanook The Bipolarbear
“My heart has always been that I want to give to people rather than take and I know that for some of those who need it, a book is something they either can’t afford or don’t have the ability to sit and read. It’s my hope that those who can’t afford it would either be given a copy of the book by a friend or would be able to get a copy through their local library however I know that in many cases this isn’t possible so I started with the rocks and other art.”
“I often leave the art behind when I have been out for a cup of tea in a Café or for a walk in a town or wherever really. I often receive messages through Instagram and social media from people who have found something that I have left behind and I’ve had many who have received those pieces of art at a time when they need it most which is really awesome. I have also had opportunities to give people pieces directly and have amazing conversations about mental health and wellbeing. It feels like a privilege to me that I’ve been allowed to hear so many stories that are heart-breaking because I think that talking about these things and telling these stories is healing for everyone. Openly talking about mental health is a passion not just of mine but of all of my favourite humans. I hope that the book, the free art, my Instagram account and my lifestyle will encourage open conversation about mental health and other stigmatised realities.”
In Highworth (wiltshire) its in The LIghthouse Bookshop
Instagram: @nanookbipolarbear and @james_d_osborn