Welcome to The Butterfly Effected
Using art as a vehicle to spread hope, positivity & inspiration.
Using art as a vehicle to spread hope, positivity & inspiration.
The Butterfly Effected, founded by Christian Fenn and co-directed by Hayley Garner, is a transformative movement that uses art, storytelling, and therapy to inspire and support individuals facing adversity, with a focus on addiction and mental health. Starting as a website collecting stories of triumph over hardships, it now includes large-scale murals, workshops, and therapy sessions.
The organization addresses limited resources and stigma by providing accessible therapy services, engaging workshops, and commissioning impactful murals by renowned artists. The murals serve as a medium for storytelling, capturing personal journeys and offering messages of hope.
Workshops and therapy sessions utilize art as a therapeutic tool, providing a safe space for expression and healing. The Butterfly Effected prioritizes disadvantaged areas, actively reaching out and partnering with local organizations.
Revenue is generated through mural commissions, merchandise sales, and workshops, with additional funding sought through grants, sponsorships, and partnerships. By combining art, storytelling, and therapy, The Butterfly Effected aims to create a lasting impact, raising awareness and empowering individuals on their journey to healing and recovery.
Read the existing, inspirational stories submitted by others, or submit your own.
With each Butterfly Effected mural and story shared, we aim to create a ripple effect of positivity and transformation. By acknowledging the challenges we face and finding strength in unity, we can collectively overcome any obstacle and inspire others to do the same.
Donate or Purchase from our site: Your generous donations enable us to expand our projects, offer more mental health support programs, and reach more communities with our art installations. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant impact.
Find out below what we do in order to promote positivity and promote good mental health and happiness.
Our artists, in collaboration with local talents and existing community wellbeing groups, create stunning murals and workshops in schools, hospitals, care homes, community centers, and many other venues. Each artwork is accompanied by a unique QR code that links to our website, where the magic truly begins.
We firmly believe in the healing power of art and storytelling. To further support our community, we offer art therapy sessions and mental health support programs. Through the proceeds and donations we provide free therapy to those who struggle to access it. We have partnered with professionals in all aspects of therapy and wellbeing to ensure we can provide a service that suits everyone. See our partnership page for more detail of what we can provide.
Through the QR code, you will be directed to our platform where individuals like you have shared their inspiring stories of triumph over adversity. These personal narratives of hope and resilience serve as a testament to the strength of the human spirit and remind us that we are never alone in our struggles.
