Hidden Truths Project

08/20/2026

Welcome back to school!

08/12/2026

What happens when more than 30 people each create just one small piece of a painting?

We’re about to find out. 🎨

Hidden Truths Project recently returned to the Epilepsy Foundation of Chicago for another special community art workshop—and this year, we gave participants a creative challenge with a secret ending.

We divided Georges Seurat’s "A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte" into 4-by-4-inch squares. Each participant chose one square and recreated it on a 4-by-4-inch canvas using the medium of their choice.

The catch? They don’t know what the finished artwork is yet!

After one more workshop, more than 30 individual pieces will be assembled into one collaborative work of art—and revealed at the Hidden Truths Project 2026 Chicago exhibition of 1:26 The Art of Epilepsy.

There’s something beautiful about the idea that each person creates only one small part of the story. Individually, the pieces are unique. Together, they become something none of the artists could see on their own.

It’s a wonderful reflection of this year’s theme: "Illuminating the Human Experience of Epilepsy Through Art, Storytelling, and Community."

💜 A huge thank you to the families who joined us and shared their creativity with us. It was a gift to spend the day creating together.

And thank you to the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago for another wonderful collaboration, and to our Hidden Truths Project volunteers who gave their time and energy to make the workshop possible.

Now we just have to wait for the reveal! Come See It Come Together

CHICAGO | Jackson Junge Gallery
October 13–17, 2026
1389 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago Learn more: https://bit.ly/HTP-Chi2026

Artists Talk
Friday, October 16 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Chicago Gallery Benefit Reception
Saturday, October 17 | 6–9 p.m.
VIP begins at 5:30 p.m.

🌴 NEWPORT BEACH
November 7, 2026, Newport Beach Civic Center

Come see the art. Hear the stories. Experience the community.

And if you or your organization would like to help make this work possible, consider becoming a Hidden Truths Project sponsor. Your support helps us bring art, storytelling and community together to illuminate the human experience of epilepsy.

08/02/2026

Open call for artists. What if your art could change how people understand epilepsy? Now it can.

Join Hidden Truths Project 1:26: The Art of Epilepsy—where creativity meets advocacy and stories come to life.
• Lived experience encouraged (artists + caregivers)
• Exhibits in Chicago at Jackson Junge Gallery (October 13-18, 2026) and Newport Beach Civic Center (November 7, 2026)

This is your moment to create something powerful—and be part of something bigger.

Submit by August 15, 2026
Let’s turn art into impact. https://bit.ly/HTPArtistCall26





Jackson Junge Gallery

07/01/2026

It has been a meaningful and inspiring week! Thank you to the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago—and Alison, Tammie, Erin, Smillie, muralist , Beth Ruark, and the EF team—for inviting the Hidden Truths Projects to participate in the community mural project. It was an incredible day spent connecting with people living with epilepsy, parents, siblings, and advocates, all brought together through the shared language of art.

Art has the unique ability to connect people, transform personal experiences into shared understanding, and tell stories from the inside out. It is an act of truth-telling, meaning-making, and community building. I left the day inspired, hopeful, and deeply grateful to everyone who made these experiences possible.
–Dr. Julie Thompson-Dobkin, Founder & President, Hidden Truths Project






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06/29/2026

Last week, Hidden Truths Project was honored to host a special pop-up gallery featuring select 1:26 The Art of Epilepsy artists at the screening of Under the Lights at the Davis Theater in Chicago. Hidden Truths Project founder Dr. Julie Thompson-Dobkin and board members Beth Ruark, Kuno Chiteji, Kathleen Kearns were at the event representing Hidden Truths Project.

The evening was a powerful blend of storytelling and lived experience—highlighted by the film’s moving portrayal of a teenager navigating life with epilepsy, and the often-unseen perspective of caregivers. Following the screening, writer and director Miles Levin shared insights into his creative process, his personal journey with epilepsy, and his mission to break stigma through authentic storytelling.

We are grateful to the all the Chicago epilepsy organizations, Epilepsy Foundation Greater Chicago, Danny Did, AES, and Cure Epilepsy for bringing this important film to our community, and to supporters like UCB USA for helping make moments like this possible.

Together, through art, film, and conversation, we continue to elevate voices, build understanding, and foster connection.

🎥 Learn more and support the film: Under the Lights Film, https://www.underthelightsfilm.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Underthelightsfilm/



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06/08/2026

Again this year we will be featuring artists from across the globe in our 1:26 Gallery Exhibits and Benefit Events. Save the Dates

Exhibition Dates & Locations:
Chicago | October 12–18, 2026 | Jackson Junge Gallery
Newport Beach | November 7, 2026 | Newport Beach Civic Center, Newport Beach, California

Video from the 2020 Exhibits.

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06/08/2026

Hidden Truths Project
This wonderful free Mindful Photography workshop is tomorrow (June 9). All are welcome. 🌿 For more details and register: https://bit.ly/HTPMindfulPhoto

06/05/2026

George is one of HTP's 1:26 Artist. Consider voting for him. https://peoplesartist.org/2026/george-beauchemin

A celebration of imagination.
One exceptional artist will win $25,000, appear in Artforum Magazine, and display their artwork at The Art of Elysium's Salon in LA! Click the link above to vote and view some of George's work.

The Art of Elysium
The Art of Elysium uses creativity as a catalyst for healing and connection. Since 1997, the organization has empowered artists and communities through tailor-made art programs designed to help people overcome social and emotional challenges.

Presented by Johnny Depp
A lifelong creative across film, music, and visual art, Johnny Depp brings his passion for artistic expression to The People’s Artist, inviting creators everywhere to step forward, be seen, and support meaningful social impact through art.

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06/05/2026

Some days feel uncertain—but even then, there are small, grounding moments waiting to be noticed. This June, the Hidden Truths Project invites you to experience the power of mindfulness through creativity.

📸 Mindful Photography for Joy, Awe & Gratitude
🗓 June 9, 2026
🕐 11am PST | 2pm EST | 7pm GMT
💻 Online — join from anywhere
Register: https://bit.ly/HTPMindfulPhoto

Guided by therapeutic photography practitioner and artist Alison Beaumont - Artist(.art), this 90-minute session offers gentle, accessible exercises you can do right from your home—no experience needed.

Through mindful photography, you’ll learn to:
✨ Slow your thoughts and become more present
✨ Notice beauty in everyday surroundings
✨ Cultivate feelings of awe, gratitude, and calm
✨ Shift perspective through creative expression

Research shows that moments of awe can reduce stress, increase emotional well-being, and deepen our sense of connection. With just your phone or camera, you’ll explore how small, intentional pauses can create meaningful change.

This workshop extends Hidden Truths Project’s mission to use art as a pathway for storytelling, healing, and understanding—especially for those whose experiences are often unseen.

All are welcome. 🌿 For more details and register: https://bit.ly/HTPMindfulPhoto

What you’ll need:
📱 Smartphone, tablet, or existing photos
📓 Notebook and pen