By Dr. Shanali Perera MBBS, MRCP Editor's note: A few days ago Dr. Shanali Perera shanaliperera.wixsite.com/digitalart from the U.K. sent me an email and expressed her interest in sharing her story with The Healing Power of ART community. It's a pleasure to present her article "My Experience With Digital Art in Pain and Illness Management". Dr. Perera's message is personal and … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2018
The Rewards of Being An Art Therapist
In this article by artist Christine Jolly we gain tremendous insight about the rewards of being an art therapist and about the many benefits art therapy brings to people of all ages. Christine obtained her diploma as an art therapist from the medical university of Lille and the Tours School of Art Therapy (AFRATRAPEM) and has cared for individuals and groups of … [Read more...]
Mary Lou Dauray Uses Her Artistic Voice to Express Outrage
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...]
Let’s Keep Our Hopes Up
An Inspirational Message from Ober-Rae Starr Livingstone When you visit the website of artist Ober-Rae Starr Livingstone, ober-rae.com, you are greeted with breathtaking paintings that lift you to a place of bliss and serenity. You will also find his equally inspirational words on his website and his social media messages. He extends a hand overflowing with hope, peace, love … [Read more...]
Anniversary Celebration for The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS
In 2018 The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS celebrated the beginning of its Third Anniversary with "Anniversary Celebration 2018", an exhibition that featured more than 80 artists from around the world. This online exhibition ran from February 15, 2018-August 24, 2018. Shown above is a sampling of the extraordinary art on view during the show. ABOUT US: We are a … [Read more...]
The Healthcare Art Market Needs Art
If you're an artist who creates art with positive images you may be interested in selling your art in the ever growing Healthcare Art Market. Art is being installed in wellness centers, medical facilities, general hospitals, pediatric medical spaces, senior residences, acute care hospitals, surgery centers, medical office buildings, physicians’ offices, rehabilitation centers, … [Read more...]