One of my favorite quotes is by Nelson Mandela: "There can be no keener revelation of a society's soul than the way in which it treats its children.” It came to mind as I found out about Adarsh Alphons, an artist and founder of ProjectArt, an organization that brings art classes in public libraries that are near schools where art is not taught. ProjectArt's important message … [Read more...]
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Art Cart – An Education in Hope that Helps Aging Artists
An important study dispels the myths and negative stereotypes about artists living in lonely, selfish desperation, especially as they age. The Research Center for Arts and Culture (RCAC) at the National Center for Creative Aging (NCCA) established that artists suffer less loneliness and depression than the general population. According to the study mature artists are highly … [Read more...]
Beth Shadur, Barbara Brown and Mark Weller Received Special Recognition Art Awards
As the curator of “The Healing Power of Elements: Earth, Water, Air & Fire" 2023 juried exhibition I selected Beth Shadur, Barbara Brown, and Mark Weller to receive Special Recognition Art Awards and I am delighted to share this Featured Article about them. They deserve to receive our attention and acknowledgement for their many achievements and valuable impact on our … [Read more...]
Dorit Brauer
All rights reserved. Do not reproduce images without the artist’s permission. About Dorit Brauer: Dorit Brauer is an award-winning abstract painter who lives in Carnegie, Pennsylvania. She studied painting and fine arts at the Avni Art Institute in Tel Aviv – Jaffo, Israel. She practices meditation prior to beginning a painting and it may take up to a year to create one work … [Read more...]
Beth Sheridan
All rights reserved. Do not reproduce images without the artist’s permission. About Beth Sheridan: Beth Sheridan is an extraordinary photographer who captures breathtaking moments that exude hope and resilience. Her nature-inspired works of art are life-affirming and magical. She explores a variety of themes ranging from cultural identity, to tradition and heritage, to place … [Read more...]
Nimi Trehan
About Nimi Trehan: Nimi Trehan is a Maryland based artist with a background in Art and Interior design. She creates gorgeous paintings with lustrous colors of her native India. She captures nature's beautiful depth and diversity with a stylistic interpretation using gestural brush strokes and dynamic compositions. Nimi states, "Each painting should be contemplated over … [Read more...]
Special Recognition Award Winners in “The Healing Power of Color” Exhibition
Artists Who Bring Positive Change To The World The artists featured in this presentation were selected for "The Healing Power of Color" exhibition and also received "Special Recognition Art Awards" for combining their artistic excellence with their spirit of generosity. The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS initiative believes in the importance of recognizing artists who are … [Read more...]
What Is Art Therapy?
The first use of art as a therapeutic discipline was developed in the 1940′s in both the U.S. and Europe. During World War I, Red Cross volunteers and occupational therapists worked with soldiers to treat PTSD. In England, Adrian Keith Graham Hill, an artist, author, art therapist, educator and broadcaster, was the first person to refer to the therapeutic applications of art … [Read more...]
How Artists Help Charities
Kahlil Gibran stated, "You give but little when you give of possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give." This quote describes how artists help charities by contributing their talent, time and compassion to help those in need. My firsthand experience taught me how deeply satisfying it is to integrate an act of kindness to make a difference. During a very … [Read more...]
Interview with Agnes Jorgensen and Andre Chatelain, Artists and Founders of Painting A New World
"We are artists helping artists, painting a new world, one brushstroke at a time." Agnes Jorgensen and Andre Chatelain are extraordinary artists who have received many accolades for their masterful paintings in realism. They are award-winning members of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS. The dynamic married couple share a deeply felt humanitarian spirit, a passion for … [Read more...]
Art Enhances Brain Function and Well-Being
There is an increasing amount of scientific evidence that proves art enhances brain function. It has an impact on brain wave patterns and emotions, the nervous system, and can actually raise serotonin levels. Art can change a person’s outlook and the way they experience the world. Decades of research have provided more than a sufficient amount of data to prove that arts … [Read more...]
Art and Mental Health is A Daily Priority For Us
In the U.S. May is Mental Health Awareness Month (also referred to as “Mental Health Month”). Now, more than ever, it is essential that we continue to focus on finding treatment and solutions to this widespread problem. As you know, here, at The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS website, art and mental health is a daily priority for us since we launched this website in 2015. … [Read more...]
Marie Mitchell Won A Special Recognition Art Award
Marie Mitchell received a Special Recognition Art Award in “The Healing Power of ART: Resilience” 2022 Exhibition for her steadfast commitment to use her extraordinary creative talent as a catalyst to raise awareness about climate change. The artist who lives in Bouvard, Western Australia is active in protecting the environment. Marie is a champion for positive change and … [Read more...]
Karen Johnston Artist and Founder of The H.O.P.E. Ministry
A Community that Supports and Shares The Healing Journey Karen Johnston, studiokarenjohnston.com, is an extraordinary intuitive, abstract painter and instructor living in Nashville, Tennessee. The powerful healing nature of her artwork is invaluable. She is also the founder of The H.O.P.E. Ministry, a community that supports and shares the healing journey. Many people of all … [Read more...]
About Us
The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS (HPAA) is an initiative of Manhattan Arts International, an organization launched in 1983 to promote emerging artists. HPAA is a growing global community of artists, advocates, and writers dedicated to raising awareness about how ART serves as a positive catalyst for enhancing the well-being of individuals, society and the environment. … [Read more...]
Studio in a School Teaches Art to Children
Studio in a School is a nationally recognized leader in arts education. It was established in 1997 by Agnes Gund, a philanthropist, arts education advocate and president emerita of the Museum of Modern Art, in New York, NY. She is also a member of the board of trustees of the National Council on the Arts, nominated by President Obama. This extraordinary non-profit … [Read more...]
“F213” Exhibition Spotlights Feminist Protest
Contents in this article have been taken from a press release and published with permission from Karen Gutfreund, co-curator of "F213" and an exhibiting artist. F213 is short for Fahrenheit 213, one degree above the boiling point of blood. This powerful exhibition by Northern California Women’s Caucus for Art (NCWCA) brings together over 40 national and Bay Area feminist … [Read more...]
Wendy Lemen Bredehoft: Artist, Artist Advocate and Art World Changer
Wendy Lemen Bredehoft is an innovative full-time mixed media artist from Wyoming who describes her art as that which "investigates visual nuances, focusing on details that provide a basis for understanding and responding to specific places and experiences, especially those informed by nature." I selected Bredehoft to be included in the "Our Bond With Nature" online art … [Read more...]