This is Me: Works in Progress is a collaborative exhibition presented by People Incorporated Artability with CA@HS, Center for the Art of Medicine, and CHIP.
This exhibition explores identity, visibility, and the lived experience through portrait-based artwork. Artists were invited to reflect on what it means to be seen - emotionally, psychologically, symbolically, and socially. Some works are representational portraits while others use abstraction, color, texture and symbolism to express identity and personal experience.
The title, This is Me: Works in Progress, reflects the idea that identity, healing, and self-understanding are ongoing journeys. Through art and storytelling, these artists invite viewers into moments of reflection, connection and authenticity.
The exhibition is currently on display on the 7th floor of HSEC through September 10, 2026.
This is Me: Works in Progress
About People Incorporated
People Incorporated is Minnesota’s largest nonprofit mental health organization, serving individuals and families across the Twin Cities and surrounding communities. Through mental health services, housing, crisis support and community-based programming, People Incorporated works to support healing, dignity, connection, and wellbeing.
About Artability
Artability is the community arts program of People Incorporated. Through workshops, exhibitions and community partnerships, Artability creates opportunities for people to creatively build confidence, share their stories, and connect with others through the arts. Artability believes creativity can foster healing, reduce stigma surrounding mental health, and strengthen community connection.
About the Partnership
This exhibition is a partnership between Artability, CA@HS, Center for the Art of Medicine, and CHIP. Together, these organizations are exploring how art, storytelling, and creativity can deepen empathy, support wellbeing, and strengthen human connection.