This page is for sharing stories, art and ideas from people I meet along the way and enables others to help by passing them on. Please know there are some pretty heavy topics on this page and those who have shared their stories have had access to support outside of The Black Dog Project. For immediate help phone Lifeline on 13 11 14 or go to www.reachout.com.au (great for young people) or www.beyondblue.org.au
Over a period of 12 months, E.V. found the courage to talk, write and draw about her traumatic experience. This brave young soul then shares her story through The Black Dog Project – the very medium that caused her so much harm … Click image for more
I was both moved and deeply disturbed as I listened to and observed a group of young people and their parents telling their pain filled stories of been bullied, tormented and marginalised because of their sexuality. Doug’s Mum, Sue talks about it … Click image for more
Interesting how ad campaigns are capitalising on the fact that blokes tend to have a bit of a thing about size – and figures (not talking finance either) … Click image for more
Aaaaaaahhhh! Finally finished the book. Phew! Over 8 years writing – 4 years in design. Time to take a breather and talk about why we did it … Click image for more
I’m not as afraid of the dark when I can see it, draw it, talk about it … Click image for more
Out of the black … 21 inky things arrive. I give them all a place in a beautiful postcard collection. Now they can be shared. Here’s the story … Click image for more