David Busby Street Centre

Simcoe County has had an increase in homelessness and poverty

over the past few years. For many people it’s due to mental illness.

For others, physical ailments have resulted in unemployment.

For some, dependency on opiates or alcohol has brought them

to where they are. The reasons are unique to each individual.

But this project is not about the reasons.

Visibly Unseen 2011 is an artistic collaboration designed to share

the stories of a few people. What has resulted is a tapestry of

glimpses into the lives of unique individuals who live in Barrie.

Some glimpses are beautiful and some are heart wrenching. I

hope we have succeeded in extending the reach of their voices

– not to send a message through a megaphone - But to simply

share a story with those who will listen.

The final exhibit of Visibly Unseen will be presented at the Barrie

Rotunda, on May 10th, 2011. It will include printed images paired

with an audio/visual presentation including voice recordings, still

images, and video.

As a result of this creative endeavor, our desire is that more

individuals will be interested in listening, interested in searching

and finding the value in another person’s story.

Cole Bennett, Creative Director

Barrie City Hall Rotunda

May 10th, 2011

5:00 - 6:00 pm:

David Busby Street Centre

Annual General Meeting

6:00 - 7:00 pm:

David Busby Street Centre

Donor Recognition

7:00 - 9:00 pm:

Visibly Unseen

Exhibition Official

Launch