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In the Embrace of Flowers: A Hummingbird's Journey

Judy Hatlen ~ Featured Artist of the Week

By Renee Phillips 3 Comments

"Nature's Most Fragile Elements" About Judy Hatlen: Judy Hatlen is a Wisconsin artist whose calming nature imagery is created to support healing environments. Her most significant accomplishment to date is a permanent installation of 14 … Continue reading this article...

Richard Freer, Fairy Bridge in the Poisoned Glen, acrylic paint on paper, 23" x 16.5"

“Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 Exhibition

By Renee Phillips 8 Comments

Welcome to "Art Inspired by Nature" More than 70 Artists from around the world!          September 15 - November 15, 2026 Please Visit the Artists' Websites. Contact the Artists Directly to Purchase their Art. Message from Renee … Continue reading this article...

Araucaria tree 02 | 2026, acrylic on canvas, 31" x 31"

Luigi Di Mauro: Advocate for Nature Preservation and A “World Changer”

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He Raises Awareness About the Amazon Rainforest Luigi Di Mauro, luigidimauro.com.br, is an Italian-Brazilian painter and graphic designer  who resides in Brazil. Luigi is widely recognized internationally and has received awards for his figurative … Continue reading this article...

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“Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 Exhibition Video

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This video features 27 works of art from the “Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 exhibition The “Art Inspired by Nature” exhibition features art by more than 70 artists from around the world. It is on view from September 15 – November 15, 2026: … Continue reading this article...

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Artists Who Are “World Changers”

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Read About More Than 100 Extraordinary Artists In this series of articles and interviews you will read about more than 100 extraordinary creative "World Changers". They are advocates for positive change. Descriptions of photos above: Top … Continue reading this article...

Ancestral Migration, Cherry, walnut, weathered wood mosaic, soapstone, aluminum, paint. 41" x 48" x 3"

Aaron Laux is An Environmental Artist and One of Our “World Changers”

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Special Recognition Award-Winning Artist in Our “Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 Exhibition It is an enormous pleasure to have selected Aaron Laux to receive a “Special Recognition Art Award”. His extraordinary, life-enhancing works of art recently … Continue reading this article...

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Quotes About The Benefits of Art & Art-Making

By Renee Phillips 16 Comments

Statements from Medical Professionals, Healthcare Leaders, Famous Artists and More As you know I believe in the healing power of art. My quotes about art and healing have appeared in many books, websites and other online resources. This one … Continue reading this article...

“Blues and Oranges”, Blue Fog, Last Leaves, and Dancing in the Light, digitally modified photographs, each 8.5″ x 35″.

Artists Featured in Art Reviews

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

Extraordinary Works of Art by 33 Artists Dive into this series of Art Reviews and discover a treasure trove of art in different styles and mediums created by artists from around the world. Expect to be empowered by positive, inspirational, healing … Continue reading this article...

Sakari, Watercolor-sealed and mounted on birch panel, 11" x 14" x1.5"

Jodie Brenner, Equine Artist and One of Our “World Changers”

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Special Recognition Award-Winning Artist in Our "Art Inspired by Nature" 2026 Exhibition It is an honor to have selected Jodie Brenner to receive a “Special Recognition Art Award” and have inducted her into our series of “World Changers”. Jodie … Continue reading this article...

Knapweed On The Rocks ©, acrylic on canvas, 36” x 48” x 1.5” by Bob Crelin

Bob Crelin, Artist, Environmentalist, Inventor, Author and “World Changer”

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Special Recognition Award-Winning Artist in Our "Art Inspired by Nature" 2026 Exhibition Bob Crelin submitted his gorgeous floral paintings to be considered for our "Art Inspired by Nature" 2026 exhibition. I was immediately impressed by how he … Continue reading this article...

Art Inspired by Nature Exhibition

About The “Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 Exhibition

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

View this Exhibition Now! September 15 - November 15, 2026 The names of all exhibiting artists in the Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS "Art Inspired by Nature" Exhibition are listed below in alphabetical order. This page also lists all artists … Continue reading this article...

Forever in Hope by Therese Boisclair, Forever in Hope, mixed media, 24″ x 30″ x 1.5″

Therese Boisclair

By Renee Phillips 6 Comments

"Seeking the Light" About Thérèse Boisclair: Therese is inspired by nature. She has technical prowess in different mediums and currently enjoys combining acrylic paint with tissue paper. Her richly tactile mixed media works of art  convey the innate … Continue reading this article...

Synergy by Dr. Michael Durst

Fractals of Light: The Healing Art of Dr. Michael Durst

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By Dr. Thayabaran Pillay Dr. Thayabaran Pillay is the Co-Founder of Healing By Design™, with Dr. Michael Durst. He has written detailed exploration of the effects of fractals in healing environments for the medical profession and medical students. … Continue reading this article...

Sujata Tibrewala

World Changer Sujata Tibrewala, Artist and Founder of IAAA

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

An Inspirational Interview Sujata Tibrewala is an extraordinary artist who creates insightful and profound narrative paintings that reflect human experience. She is a self-described “eco-feminist artist, teaching artist, and community leader … Continue reading this article...

Stream with ripples, oil 24" x 17"

Bob Dooley

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Masterful Realistic Paintings Inspired by Nature About Bob Dooley: Bob Dooley is an outstanding contemporary realist painter who illuminates the diversity, magic and wonder that exists in the world of nature. His masterful works of art impact the … Continue reading this article...

Fisgard Lighthouse, Olympic Mountains acrylic 20x24

Peter N. Van Giesen

By Renee Phillips 4 Comments

"The Eternal Aura of Nature" About Peter N. Van Giesen: Peter N. Van Giesen's paintings convey a majestic grandeur inspired by the natural beauty of British Columbia where he resides. Peter is also a member of  the Manhattan Arts International … Continue reading this article...

Reflections in Purple, mixed media on wood, 30” x 30”

Rajul Shah

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

"Kintsugi Chakras” About Rajul Shah: Rajul Shah creates healing art that immediately arouses a transcendent experience for the viewer. She offers us a meditative journey toward personal growth and transformation. Her significant ongoing project, … Continue reading this article...

Call for Artists “Art Inspired by Nature” 2026

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The Entry Deadline was August 25 We Invited Artists from Around the World All Styles & All Mediums "Art Inspired by Nature" Online Exhibition September 15 - November 15 This exhibition will be presented primarily on this website. Art by … Continue reading this article...

Henri Rousseau, Tiger In A Tropical Storm Surprised, oil on canvas, 28″ x 35″, created in 1891. National Gallery, London, England. Public domain. wikipedia.org

Famous Inspirational Quotes About Nature

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

The Words of Artists, Writers, Poets and More Nature Lovers The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS has an online art gallery and presents online art exhibitions on different themes. A popular one is nature.  Our  online art exhibitions "Art Inspired … Continue reading this article...

Sun Kissed, mixed media, diptych, 30" x 80"

Nimi Trehan

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"Environmentally Yours" Nimi Trehan is a Maryland-based artist whose vibrant, expressive paintings draw inspiration from the cultural richness of her native India and the dynamic beauty of nature. Title of Series of Art Shown here: … Continue reading this article...

Kandinsky

Dozens of Facts About The Power of Color

By Renee Phillips 12 Comments

How Color Affects Us, Its Many Uses, the History of Color Theory, Inspirational Art and Famous Quotes For this article I spent hundreds of exhilarating hours over the years doing research and compiling information. It contains dozens of facts … Continue reading this article...

Lift the Veil, mixed media, oil printing, lithography inks, 23" x 21"

Frantisek Strouhal

By Renee Phillips 1 Comment

"Art Embracing Awareness" About Frantisek Strouhal: Frantisek Strouhal is an esteemed visual artist and poet based in the serene West Kootenay region, in British Columbia. He is renowned for his innovative mixed-media artworks. His signature style, … Continue reading this article...

More Articles about Art, Artists and Healing

Ways to Protect Our Natural World

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

Artistic Expressions With Purpose and Meaning If you have been following this website you know that our mission is to promote … Continue...

The Healing Power of ART 2015 Online Exhibition

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The 10th Manhattan Arts International “The Healing Power of ART” 2015 online exhibition took place on the Manhattan Arts … Continue...

Barbara Rachko’s Life and Art After 9/11

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Barbara Rachko, barbararachko.art, is an internationally exhibited American contemporary artist best known for her … Continue...

Call for Artists – “The Healing Power of ART” Online Exhibition

By Renee Phillips

(Update: Sorry, this call for artists was in  2017  and is no longer available.) Manhattan Arts International has announced its … Continue...

The Zen Tov Project: An Oasis of Healing Through the Arts

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Tracy Ellyn is an internationally acclaimed artist who lives in Miami, Florida. She works in layers of 19th, 20th and 21st century … Continue...

Artists Featured in Art Reviews

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

Extraordinary Works of Art by 33 Artists Dive into this series of Art Reviews and discover a treasure trove of art in different … Continue...

Fran Eber Award-Winning Artist

By Guest Writer 1 Comment

Manhattan Arts International recently launched "The Healing Power of ART 2016" online exhibition that will be presented until … Continue...

Peter N. Van Giesen

By Renee Phillips 4 Comments

"The Eternal Aura of Nature" About Peter N. Van Giesen: Peter N. Van Giesen's paintings convey a majestic grandeur inspired by … Continue...

Tim Gaudreau Is An Eco-Artist On A Mission

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In these days of climate change, do you ever wonder how you personally contribute to the rapidly rising content of carbon … Continue...

Debora Levy

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About ~ Us

The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS (HPAA) is an initiative of Manhattan Arts International, NYC, NY. It was founded in 2015 by Renée Phillips, artists’ advocate & mentor, and also Founder, Director & Curator of Manhattan Arts International. We are an online community of artists, healing practitioners and art advocates who believe art serves as a positive catalyst for healing individuals, society and the environment. We know that ART & ARTISTS have the power to bring positive change to the world.

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Renee is the Founder & Director of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS. She also maintains another website devoted to "Helping Artists Achieve Their Fullest Potential". Visit Renee-Phillips.com

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Artist Members Tell Us What They Love About Their Favorite Medium

Enjoy This Wonderful Article! Artists develop special relationships with their chosen mediums and … [Read More...]

Fascinating and Fun Facts About Our Artist Members Part II

Learn More About Our Multi-Talented Members The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS members are … [Read More...]

The Power of Yellow in Art Created by Artists On Our Website and Master Artists

Yellow is a Powerful Color With Many Healing Benefits  Yellow is the color we associate with the … [Read More...]

Artist Members Tell Us What Inspired Their Works of Art

Enjoy This Delightful Article! It is an honor and pleasure to present "Artist Members Tell Us What … [Read More...]

Interview with Andre Chatelain, Recipient of The Special Recognition Art Award

Manhattan Arts International Proudly Presents Andre Chatelain with this Award in Our “Love, Peace, … [Read More...]

Fascinating and Fun Facts About Our Artist Members Part I

Read About These Multi-Talented Artists The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS members are … [Read More...]

Frantisek Strouhal

"Art Embracing Awareness" About Frantisek Strouhal: Frantisek Strouhal is an esteemed visual artist … [Read More...]

Fantastic Flora and Fauna

View Inspirational Art! In this inspirational presentation view some fantastic images of flora and … [Read More...]

A Healing Touch of Red in Art by Members and Masters

Beautiful Art and Facts About the Color Red We are delighted to present this online exhibition "A … [Read More...]

Artists Celebrate the Color Orange

Art, Statements and Facts About the Color Orange When it comes to the healing power of color we … [Read More...]

Artist Members Share Exciting Plans for 2024

Three Artists Share Their Plans It's always exciting to ask the members of The Healing Power of ART … [Read More...]

Monique J. Dufour

“Botanical Pulse" About Monique J. Dufour: Monique J. Dufour is an extraordinary expressive … [Read More...]

Whimsical Art by Artists on Our Website

Art That Will Lift Your Spirits! If you're suffering from an overload of negative news of the world … [Read More...]

Janice Phelps Williams

"A Beautiful World" About Janice Phelps Williams: Janice creates uplifting nature-inspired art with … [Read More...]

View Our Artist Members Exhibitions Devoted to Color

It is undeniable that color affects our behaviors, moods, and thoughts. It has the ability to bring … [Read More...]

Art With the Magical Color Blue by Contemporary and Historical Artists

Artists Share Art With the Color "Blue" Plus Many Fascinating Facts About the Color Blue and its … [Read More...]

Artist Members Share Proud Achievements of 2023

Bravo to Our Members! It is June, 2023, and we embark upon the midpoint time of the year. I invited … [Read More...]

Nimi Trehan

"Environmentally Yours" Nimi Trehan is a Maryland-based artist whose vibrant, expressive paintings … [Read More...]

Many Shades of Green in Art by Artists On This Website & Master Artists

Plus Many Fascinating Facts About the Color Green The color green generally signifies growth, … [Read More...]

The Healing Power of Color 2024 Exhibition

An Invitational Exhibition  April 7 -  June 7, 2024 About Us: The Healing Power of ART & … [Read More...]

Judy Hatlen ~ Featured Artist of the Week

"Nature's Most Fragile Elements" About Judy Hatlen: Judy Hatlen is a Wisconsin artist whose calming … [Read More...]

Roopa Dudley

"Roopa's Major Arcanum" About Roopa Dudley:  Roopa Dudley is widely acclaimed as "The Chess … [Read More...]

Art About Love, Peace, Harmony and Unity by Artist Members

Be Prepared to Be Inspired It's easy to get distracted by the loud noises of negativity and forget … [Read More...]

Several Artist Members Explain The Power of Creativity

"Creativity Takes Courage" ~ Henri Matisse Creativity may be defined as a mysterious, … [Read More...]

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