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Artist Joanne Turney Celebrates Aging with Joy

By Renee Phillips 4 Comments

Detail of “The Ballet of the Unhatched Chickens” by Joanne Turney, from her “Pictures at an Exhibition” series.

Living Life and Art With Passion, Gratitude and Courage Update: This article was originally published in 2020 and remains here as a tribute in honor of Joanne Turney who died on April 6, 2025. I wrote articles about my dear friend Joanne Turney several years ago and it was published in Professional Artist magazine and also Luxe Beat magazine. Here is a version of it on The … [Read more...]

Fascinating and Fun Facts About Our Artist Members Part III

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Peter N. Van Giesen

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

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art about love

Be Prepared to Be Inspired It's easy to get distracted by the loud noises of negativity and forget that there is so much goodness in the world. To help you get back on the positivity mindset, I am happy to present this wonderful visual presentation of art about love, peace, harmony and unity by artist members.  Their statements are also inspiring. The artists you'll find in … [Read more...]

Fascinating and Fun Facts About Our Artist Members Part II

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Nimi Trehan in her studio, working on the Aurora series

Learn More About Our Multi-Talented Members The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS members are multi-talented and multi-dimensional individuals whose interests and experiences extend beyond their art studios. In this article you’ll discover fascinating and fun facts about our artist members. This is Part II of a series. Also read Part I The artists’ names will take you to … [Read more...]

Fascinating and Fun Facts About Our Artist Members Part I

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Rajul Shah in her studio

Read About These Multi-Talented Artists The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS members are multi-talented and multi-dimensional individuals whose interests and experiences extend beyond their art studios and also have impacted them creatively. In this 2-part series you'll discover fascinating and fun facts about our artist members. The artists’ names will take you to their … [Read more...]

LEED is Gaining Popularity in Design and Art

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Fran Eber's art placed in Summit Medical Group lobby.

LEED is the acronym for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It plays a significant role in directing green design of new and future homes and medical facilities with incentives and ratings awarded for sustainability and environmental protection. It is one of the most popular green building certification programs used worldwide. As our demand for sustainable design is … [Read more...]

Studio in a School Teaches Art to Children

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Studio in a School

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...]

“Art That Lifts Our Spirits” Exhibition

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Ober-Rae Starr Livingstone, Feeling Your Touch, oil, 24"x48".

We were delighted to present the "Art That Lifts Our Spirits" Exhibition for Seekers of Inspirational Artwork, August 15 - October 15, 2019.  This exhibition presented outstanding art and statements by more than 50 artists from around the world. We received many excellent entries making the curatorial process extremely challenging. Ultimately, I chose those images that reflect … [Read more...]

Artist Frida Kahlo Transcended Suffering through Art

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Frida Kahlo

An artist who epitomizes an individual's triumphant spirit to overcome challenges through creativity is Frida Kahlo, July 6, 1907 - July 13, 1954. One of the most respected women artists her art has been praised for its originality and its surreal, dreamlike, and fantastical quality. At the age of six Kahlo was stricken with polio. At age 18 she was in a bus when it … [Read more...]

Fantastic Flora and Fauna

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Magnificent Colorful Peonies ‐ Watercolor ‐ Paper ‐ 18 x 18

View Inspirational Art! In this inspirational presentation view some fantastic images of flora and fauna by artists we promote on the The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS website. The common phrase "flora and fauna" covers just about every visible living thing in the natural world. The word "flora" comes from the Latin name of Flora, the goddess of plants, flowers, and … [Read more...]

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

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Vincent van Gogh, Green Wheat Field, 1889 oil on canvas, 28.75" x 36.25". Loan at Kunsthaus Zurich

Plus Many Fascinating Facts About the Color Green The color green generally signifies growth, harmony, health, life, spring, wealth, and many other positive qualities. Color experts agree this color provides hope more than any other colors. As a "secondary" color, it is the color of light between the two "primary" colors blue and yellow on the visible spectrum. It combines … [Read more...]

The Healing Power of Color 2019 Exhibition

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Decisions, oil on linen, 47 inches x 47 inches

This online art exhibition May 6 - July 6, 2019 presented 55 artists who use color to enhance healing and a sense of well-being to viewers. Below you'll find a few works of art selected from the exhibition. "Color can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways." ~ Oscar Wilde About Us: The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS, an initiative of Manhattan Arts International, … [Read more...]

Art With the Magical Color Blue by Contemporary and Historical Artists

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Blue Water Lilies by Claude Monet, 1916–1919, oil on canvas, (78.74 in); width: 2,000 mm (78.74 in), Google Art Project. Photo: Public domain.

Plus Many Fascinating Facts About the Color Blue Including Its Healing Impact The color Blue has been referred to as a magical hue that has the power to induce relaxation, tranquility and inspiration and even connect us to highest states of consciousness. Suffice to say, if you want to bring any of those qualities into your physical surroundings, seek art with the color blue. … [Read more...]

“Spring” An Online Art Exhibition

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Spring Bouquet, watercolor, 19x19

Art by 14 Artists from The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS Website No matter what time of year it is let's celebrate Spring in all of its literal and symbolic glory. It represents nature's awakening, hope, love, and healing energy. This presentation "Spring"  delivers inspirational art in different media by talented artists from The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS … [Read more...]

Master Artists and Their Relationship With Color

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Lake George, painting by Georgia O’Keeffe. Public domain.

Discover Their Passions, Obsessions and Beliefs About Color! There is more than a lifetime of knowledge to gain from master artists and their relationship with color. As we view color through the eyes of great artists we discover their intense passions, relentless obsessions and staunch beliefs about the powers of color. This article provides some insight on this huge and … [Read more...]

Artist Amy Kerr: Founder of “I Am More”

By Renee Phillips 4 Comments

Raising Awareness and Hope for Individuals Living with Mental and Physical Challenges Amy Kerr is a remarkable pastel portrait painter who has developed her talent for portraying the unique essence of her subjects enveloped in a soft and gentle atmosphere. Her art reflects the inherent poetic beauty of the human spirit. The artist lives in Gloucester, Massachusetts. I … [Read more...]

Popular Articles on The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS

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We Promote Art As A Powerful Catalyst for Positive Change! We have had a remarkable year promoting art as a powerful catalyst for positive change for individuals, society and the environment. As we reflect upon our time together we want to express our gratitude to all of you for your interest, participation and loyalty. On this site you'll read about creative people … [Read more...]

Wendy Lemen Bredehoft: Artist, Artist Advocate and Art World Changer

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Wendy Lemen Bredehoft

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...]

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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. As a community of artists, writers and advocates we believe ART & ARTISTS are positive catalysts for enhancing the well-being of individuals, society and the environment. ART & ARTISTS have the power to bring positive change to the world.

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A Monarch's Rest on a Mexican Sunflower, digitally painted, sizes vary

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Bren Sibilsky

"Figures, Equestrian Statues, Portraits and Reliefs" About Bren Sibilsky: Bren Sibilsky is a … [Read More...]

Peter N. Van Giesen

"The Eternal Aura of Nature" About Peter N. Van Giesen: Peter N. Van Giesen's paintings convey a … [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...]

Monique J. Dufour

“Essence of Raw - 2025" About Monique J. Dufour: Monique J. Dufour is an extraordinary expressive … [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 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...]

David G. Rickman

Awe-Inspiring "Beach Air" Paintings About David G. Rickman: David G. Rickman is a contemporary … [Read More...]

Celebrate Mother Earth With Our Nature-Inspired Art and Articles

For Nature Lovers Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental … [Read More...]

Janice Phelps Williams

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

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...]

Rajul Shah

"Kintsugi Chakras” About Rajul Shah: Rajul Shah creates healing art that immediately arouses a … [Read More...]

Frantisek Strouhal

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

Sandra Belitza-Vazquez

"A World Wonderland" About Sandra Belitza-Vazquez: Sandra is an internationally exhibited, … [Read More...]

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