Richmond Studio

Richmond Studio is established by the Integrated Vocational Rehabilitation Service Centre, New Jade Manufacturing Centre, of Richmond Fellowship of Hong Kong.  It is dedicated to connecting the community through handcrafted art while promoting mental health and inclusivity.  By selling handcrafted items made by people-in-recovery and hosting a variety of creative workshops, the Studio aims to deepen public awareness of mental health when purchasing their artworks or engaging in creative experiences.  At the same time, it supports people-in-recovery to showcase their talents, build confidence, and reconnect with the community.

Leafy

Story Background

Leafy was once a little panda who often struggled with anxiety.  He constantly felt inadequate, whether in appearance or smile, especially compared to the black-and-white pandas.  He would often wonder, "Do I deserve to be liked?"

One day, Leafy discovered a magnifying glass in the forest, which made everything incredibly clear.  He suddenly realised that what he had been magnifying in the past were not the beauties of the world, but rather the fears he had imagined.  It turned out that reality was not as frightening as it seemed in his mind.

The Mind Detective

From that day on, Leafy decides to become a ‘Mind Detective’, using his magnifying heart to help other animals observe their emotions.  He often smiles and says, "When you find the source of your fear, you can untie the knots in your heart."

In the forest, many friends have been healed by his gentle gaze and patient listening. Through countless moments of companionship, Leafy becomes more perceptive and courageous.  Although he still finds himself easily feeling stressed or anxious, he is willing to confront these feelings and seek solutions.

He believes that true strength lies not in denying vulnerability, but in the willingness to understand it.  Because he knows that every heart that is understood will eventually find its way to become smooth and better.