988
(1;800;273;TALK)

This show, titled 988 (1;800;273;TALK), is a collection of multimedia works surrounding mental health.
988 was designed with two central questions: how can we use art as a coping mechanism? And how do we carry on?

I must emphasize that 988 is NOT a guide to self-harm. 988 is meant to confirm that YOU are not alone in this world. Others feel the pain that you experience, even if their coping mechanisms look different from yours.

988 is a potentially emotional show and can be considered disturbing. I would like to remind you that you, at this moment, in this space, are entirely safe. It is okay if you can't look at or interact with some of the works. Make sure to take the time to process 988 in the healthiest way possible.

Remember. You are not alone. You are not in danger. Things can and will get better so long as you let them.

You can contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988, 1 800-273-TALK, or 1-800-SUICIDE.

988 Playlist

You Are Not Alone

There is a community-curated collection of comfort songs on Spotify that anyone can access and listen to. The songs playing in the physical gallery were from this playlist. The '988' playlist's primary goal is to be a consistently accessible reminder that

You Are Not Alone

You can find the playlist here:

https://tinyurl.com/988-Playlist

Access the 988 Playlist on Spotify

Mental Health Resources

These are just a few of the abundant resources that you have access to. Some of these are hotlines, some of these are informational. Please understand that all of these resources are specifically designed for mental health assistance and that
IF YOU NEED THEM, USE THEM

You can contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988, 1-800-273-TALK, or 1-800-SUICIDE.

You can contact me (Nemo) at 207-952-0387! I will answer all calls that I see and respond to ALL messages as soon as humanly possible!

You can view a longer (non-emergency) resource list at:
https://tinyurl.com/988-ResourceList

View the resource list

Installation Shots
+ Works

A ball of black yarn sitting in the corner of the gallery entrance leading off-frame.

Sculpted hands sitting on black chairs. Placed above a family image and in front of gallery space.

Plaster hand with dangerous fingers sitting on a black chair.

Black plaster hand with creative fingers sitting on a black chair.

Image of family helping a non-binary person get ready in the bathroom. Framed and sitting against a podium.

Figure cowering in corner with another figure offering a hand. Text surrounding the figures.

Distressed portrait with bleeding heart and semicolon on cheek. Text surrounding.

Seven drawings in crayon surround a medical bracelet.

Charcoal drawings of figures surrounding a charcoal drawing of the word "SANE" on torn paper.

Baby bottle filled with tequila and letters written in blood placed beside a bottle of tequila and a clear cup with waste and sharps.

Abstract disembodied portrait of Nemo with text interspersed.

Spatial shot of the gallery from behind the central curtain.

Silhouette of Nemo with tattoo markings adjacent to Self (Portrait) Harm

Damaged nude full-body portrait of Nemo surrounded by Skin as Canvas. Labyrinthine Journeys attached to the hands of the portrait.

Lamp post light with rope swirling on top and stain below. Placed on pedestal.

Image of figure sitting in a bubble on their knees.

Note reading "Lo siento Ahora necesito muerte - Nemo" modified to read "Lo siento, Depression On to Greener Pastures - Nemo"

How to Help

At this point, you may find yourself wondering:
"how do I support my loved ones in need?"

The greatest and simplest help that you can offer is your presence!
Remind your loved one that you are there for them if they ever want to talk. When they do decide to reach out for help, truly listen. You don't have to have all the answers or solutions. You don't have to be the one to "fix" the problem; you simply have to listen and remind them that you value them. Remember, mental illness is an illness, support them like you would any other terminally sick loved one. ASK them what they need. ASK them how you can support them. Talking about suicide with someone suicidal Never causes the person to commit suicide; it can only help.
It is also important to remember that it is not possible to help those who don't want help. You can not force a mentally ill loved one to pursue a path that you think is best for them. If a loved one does die to suicide, remember that it IS NOT YOUR FAULT! There are myriad factors that lead to suicide and shouldering the guilt for a lost loved one's death can only do you harm. Instead, I implore you to honor their life by actively working towards preventing further losses.

If you would like to make a deeper commitment towards helping those in need, whether that be going through training, donating to organizations, volunteering your time, energy, and love, or learning more about the crisis, you can find information at:
https://tinyurl.com/988-ResourceList