Seidrkatts creative wellbeing project
Seidrkatts Creative Wellbeing is a not-for-profit initiative based in Aberdeenshire, dedicated to empowering children and adults through the healing power of creativity, nature, and photography. Our founder is an award-winning photographer, artist, and community advocate.
To provide a safe, inclusive space where individuals, especially those who are neurodivergent, sensitive, or have experienced adversity, can explore creativity, build confidence, and grow through hands-on, visual, and story-based learning.
• Encourage Self-Expression Through Creativity
Support individuals of all ages to explore their identity and voice through photography, storytelling, and visual arts.
• Promote Personal Growth and Confidence
Help people do things they may have thought they couldn’t — socially, emotionally, or creatively.
• Offer Inclusive, Neurodivergent-Affirming Support
Design workshops and sessions that meet a range of communication and learning needs.
• Support Wellbeing Through Creative Practice
Use visual and tactile approaches to reduce stress, build resilience, and enhance self-understanding.
Key Project Areas
Who it’s for: Neurodivergent youth, home-educated groups, care-experienced children, or
those struggling in traditional settings.
What we do: Learn how to use digital SLR cameras, go on photo walks, explore themed
prompts (e.g., “What makes me feel safe?”).
Impact: Builds self-confidence, improves focus, encourages storytelling and pride in
achievements..
Who it’s for: Adults managing anxiety, low self-esteem, or navigating life transitions.
What we do: 1:1 or small group sessions using photography to explore identity, values,
memories, and self-perception.
Impact: Increases confidence, fosters reflection, and reconnects people with creative joy.
Who it’s for: All participants.
What we do: Showcase participant work through exhibitions, printed zines, or online
galleries.
Impact: Builds pride, raises awareness of neurodivergent creativity, and encourages wider
community inclusion.
Who it’s for: Families, children, and young people with sensory or emotional needs.
What we do: Calm, creative activities alongside Norwegian Forest Cats (drawing,
photography, animal care).
Impact: Regulates nervous systems, builds trust, and opens up imaginative play.
What Makes This Different?
• Designed and led by a neurodivergent creative with lived experience and a background
in professional photography and education.
• Blends creativity, therapeutic techniques, and inclusive practice.
• Focuses on what participants can do, not what they struggle with.
• Proven to support confidence, communication, and mental wellbeing.
• Donations of digital cameras and laptops/tablets
• Funding to offer free places and cover core costs
• Partnerships with schools, local charities, and community organisations
• Exhibition space, printing sponsorships, and wellbeing materials
