Natalie Oliphant is an important eco-artist who lives in Canada. She has an extraordinary talent for transforming body forms and mannequins and other discarded items into new life-affirming sculptures. Destined for obscurity in landfills that harm our environment found objects become mixed media works of art that resonate with symbolic and metaphorical references. They will … [Read more...]
Artists Make Earth Day An Everyday Experience
For many artists paying respect to Mother Earth and honoring Nature is their passion and major source of creative inspiration 365 days a day. It's not simply an occasional idea they think about on Earth Day, April 22. We are proud to offer a forum on The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS where we can share their art in nature related exhibitions, numerous articles, and … [Read more...]
Special Recognition Art Award Winners Daisy Crane, Melanie Pruitt and Ruth Soller
As the curator of "The Healing Power of ART Inspired By NATURE" 2023 juried exhibition it is an honor and pleasure to present this Featured Article with three powerful Special Recognition Art Award Winners Daisy Crane, Melanie Pruitt and Ruth Soller. Their unique personal qualities and perception complement their artistic skills and career achievements. They bring a … [Read more...]
Artists Inspired by the Natural World
If you have been following this website you know that our mission is to promote art that serves as a catalyst for positive change for individuals and our environment. In this article you will find a variety of artistic expressions from artists inspired by the natural world. The artists came to my attention through a call for artists for the Manhattan Arts International … [Read more...]
Creative and Eco-Conscious Artists Who Use Recycled Materials
For many artists using recycled materials is an aesthetic choice filled with infinite creative possibilities. It is also a responsible decision they have made because they care about sustaining our planet's resources. Here, I share art by creative eco-conscious artists who use recycled materials in imaginative and thoughtful ways. They are Natalie Oliphant from Canada, Ana … [Read more...]
Eco-Conscious Artists and The Materials They Use
This article "Eco-Conscious Artists and The Materials They Use" is part of our series of articles devoted to Eco-Art and Eco-Artists. Whether you are an artist or art enthusiast who was attracted to our website there is a good chance that you share our interest in caring for the environment and apply eco-friendly practices. This article is the result of a question I posted … [Read more...]
Mary Lou Dauray
About Mary Lou Dauray: Mary Lou Dauray lives in California and her artwork is in numerous collections around the globe including the Sophie Davis Medical School, City College of New York, and many private collections. Mary Lou has had many exhibitions throughout the U.S. including those at the Virginia Art Museum, the Blue Planet juried show sponsored by The Pacific Coast … [Read more...]
“Our Bond With Nature” Exhibition
The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS presented "Our Bond With Nature", October 25 - December 25, 2018, featuring 66 artists from around the world. To learn about our calls for artists for future exhibitions visit this page. These artists are helping to raise awareness about the miraculous beauty in the natural world and our need to honor, protect and preserve it. On this … [Read more...]
Nature and Environmental Resources for Artists
This article provides information and resources to help artists get exposure for their nature-inspired art, learn more about environmental art, and find ways to express their concerns about the environment. "Nature and Environmental Resources for Artists" is part of a series of articles about eco-art and artists. Art for Wildlife Galleries artforwildlife.com is a World Class … [Read more...]
What is Environmental Art?
As you know, the mission of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS is based on caring deeply about raising awareness about art that has a positive impact on individuals, society and the environment. That's why you'll find a series of articles about artists concerned with environmental issues named Eco-Art & Artists. We also present online nature-inspired exhibitions such … [Read more...]
Karen Hackenberg Raises Awareness with Her “Watershed” Series
Karen Hackenberg is an extraordinary artist who lives in the state of Washington. With great honor and pleasure Manhattan Arts International presented her with The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS Featured Artist Award in the Manhattan Arts International "HERStory 2017" curated art exhibition. Her artwork was selected among more than 1,000 jpeg entries submitted by women … [Read more...]
Artist Mary Lou Dauray is An Advocate for Global Change
Mary Lou Dauray is a multi-talented artist, writer and environmental advocate who uses her art, writing and numerous humanitarian activities to raise awareness about the need for positive change. She is proficient in a variety of mediums that include watercolor, graphite, oil, and acrylic, and frequently uses her iPad to create sketches. She is a member of The Healing Power of … [Read more...]
Chris Jordan – Environmental Photographer of Mass Consumption
Chris Jordan, environmental photographer, exposes shocking amounts of American mass consumption with his evocative, meaningful and brilliant large-format, long-zoom artwork. He illustrates the accumulated detritus of modern U.S. culture by meticulously arranging thousands of photographs into recognizable designs from afar and a jarring reality up close. The internationally … [Read more...]
Joanie Gagnon San Chirico Calls Attention to Our Planet’s Fragile Beauty
Joanie Gagnon San Chirico is an environmental artist who exhibits her work and creates numerous commissions for public spaces. She is also a Signature Artist Member of the Noyes Museum of Art, Oceanville, NJ and represented by several galleries. She has had 17 solo exhibits and has exhibited her art around the world, including projects with the Brooklyn Museum of Art, Noyes … [Read more...]
Tim Gaudreau Is An Eco-Artist On A Mission
In these days of climate change, do you ever wonder how you personally contribute to the rapidly rising content of carbon emissions in your environment? Tim Gaudreau, an internationally exhibited Eco-Artist who lives in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, suggests we consider this: “Imagine your day without coffee. You’ve run out of chocolate and there are no tomatoes or onions for … [Read more...]
Mary Lou Dauray Raises Awareness About Coal Burning and Pollution
Mary Lou Dauray is an award-winning artist who lives in Sausalito, California. She believes that art has the power to influence action and thought and is dedicated to raising awareness about climate destruction and global warming. Dauray is also the only contemporary artist who has been devoted to creating a series of paintings about the mining, burning and transportation of … [Read more...]