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The Mind in Focus

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The Mind in Focus is a short film exploring the transformative and therapeutic power of photography as a tool for mental well-being. Through the lens of acclaimed British photographer and Nikon Ambassador Heather Agyepong, alongside creative Vanessa Anglade, the film explores how visual storytelling can foster healing, self-reflection, and community connection. Both artists share intimate insights into their personal journeys, illustrating how photography has been instrumental in understanding their identities and navigating mental health challenges. This collaboration with Nikon underscores the transformative potential of creative expression in promoting mental health awareness.

05:00 | 2024

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About the Movie

Documentary

Produced by: Waterbear

Studio: WaterBear Studios in partnership with Nikon

2024

PG

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Heather Agyepong

Heather Agyepong is a British-Ghanaian multidisciplinary artist, visual storyteller, and performer based in London. Her work spans photography, theatre, and film, focusing on themes of mental health, identity, and the African diaspora. Agyepong's artistic practice is deeply personal, aiming to create cathartic experiences for both herself and her audience. She employs the technique of 're-imagination' to engage with communities of interest and the self as a central focus within her images.

She holds a Master of Arts in Photography & Urban Cultures from Goldsmiths College, University of London, and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology from the University of Kent. Her work has been exhibited internationally and is part of several prestigious collections, including the Mead Art Museum and the New Orleans Museum of Art. Agyepong's work continues to inspire conversations about representation, mental health, and the power of storytelling in shaping cultural narratives.

WaterBear

WaterBear Network is a digital platform dedicated to connecting and empowering a global community of environmental activists. Through its free-to-access content, WaterBear brings documentaries, films, and storytelling to a wide audience, focusing on critical environmental issues and the people working to address them. The platform offers inspiring content that explores topics ranging from wildlife conservation and climate change to sustainability and human rights. WaterBear collaborates with filmmakers, activists, and organizations to amplify voices advocating for a healthier planet, with a mission to inform, inspire, and mobilize action across the world.
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