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Artists Share Their Creativity and Compassion

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Many artists share their creativity and compassion to make a positive difference in the world.  You'll find articles about many world changers on this website. Their actions convey their calling to serve humanity. This article presents two such extraordinary artists Rosemarie Adcock and Deborah Sofferman. Read about their charitable deeds and humanitarian … [Read more...]

Sherif Hakeem’s Mission to Save Wildlife through “Fine Art for Awareness”

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Sherif Hakeem

Sherif Hakeem is a Los Angeles based fine art wildlife portraitist who works in charcoal. His art was recently accepted into the prestigious Society of Animal Artists and in an art exhibition at Art 4 Apes gallery, a Florida Not For Profit Corporation. His work has also appeared on well-known websites including ArtsyShark.com. As the curator of the “Our Bond With Nature” … [Read more...]

Artist Susan J. Barron Honors Military Vets and Trauma Survivors

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Veterans

Over 10% of military families live below the poverty line and an average of 22 veterans commit suicide every day in our country. These statistics compelled Susan J. Barron to help highlight the veteran community through her artwork. In her one-person exhibition "Depicting the Invisible", at HG Contemporary, 527 West 23rd Street, New York, NY, through November 26, Barron … [Read more...]

“Our Bond With Nature” Exhibition

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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...]

Awakening Your Creative Soul by Sandra Duran Wilson

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creative soul

Awakening Your Creative Soul, published by the North Light Books, is an extraordinary book by Sandra Duran Wilson, artist, writer, teacher, and leader of spirituality groups. The subtitle “A 52-Week Journey to Artistic Discovery” informs the reader about the magic that will unfold. This 176-page book is for everyone who has a desire to discover and expand their creative … [Read more...]

Nature and Environmental Resources for Artists

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Ansel Adams

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...]

Artists For World Peace Exhibition 2018

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Artists For World Peace

A Juried Exhibition ~ September 21 - December 21, 2018 “Artists For World Peace 2018” was a juried online exhibition presented by The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS, curated by Renée Phillips, in celebration of International Peace Day, September 21, 2018. The exhibition featured more than 60 artists through December 21, 2018. For this exhibition we asked artists … [Read more...]

“Our Bond With Nature” Exhibition Special Recognition Awards

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art awards

The purpose of "Our Bond With Nature" exhibition (October 25 - December 25, 2018)  is to raise awareness about our magnificent natural world and our need to honor, protect and preserve it. Through this highly publicized exhibition talented artists from around the world who care about our environment will receive promotion and exposure to our extensive international … [Read more...]

Artistic Expression and Mental Illness

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Edvard Munch

While serving as a volunteer in a leading mental hospital I was horrified to see patients being routinely injected by Thorazine as they continued to stare into oblivion. I saw no signs of rehabilitation being offered to these unfortunate individuals who spent most of their time in isolation.  I felt frustrated and disillusioned with the profession and the … [Read more...]

Healing Art from the “HerStory” Exhibition

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HerStory

Manhattan Arts International presents an annual "HerStory" online exhibition of women artists from around the world. It features art in all styles, subjects and mediums. For more than 20 years I've had the pleasure of curating the show. In this presentation you will view healing art from a few of  the "HerStory" exhibitions. The art you see here either addresses spiritual, … [Read more...]

Using Art to Help People With Autism

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Art by Dawn Hudson, www.publicdomainpictures.net

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication, as well as by unique strengths and differences. There are many types of autism, caused by different combinations of genetic and environmental influences, and the symptoms and their severity vary widely. … [Read more...]

Anniversary Celebration for The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS

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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

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Barbara Markoff

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...]

Using Art to Help Individuals with Mental Illness

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We're sorry. This page has been removed. Please visit these pages on the topic of Art and Mental Illness Artistic Expression and Mental Illness Art and Mental Health is A Daily Priority For Us Also Visit Art & Healing Organizations & Programs … [Read more...]

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

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(Update: Sorry, this call for artists was in  2017  and is no longer available.) Manhattan Arts International has announced its Call for Artists for the 2017 "The Healing Power of ART" online exhibition. Since 2000 the Manhattan Arts International has been presenting these exhibitions. As a result thousands of artists who have received world-wide exposure and many other … [Read more...]

Karen Hackenberg Raises Awareness with Her “Watershed” Series

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Life-Changing Art Programs for Children

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Art by Dawn Hudson, www.publicdomainpictures.net

Helping Children Heal, Grow and Excel Through Creativity Children benefit from expressing their creativity and art programs for children are life-changing. An art program is often the healing glue that mends a child’s fractured life when everything else seems to be falling apart. Ultimately it helps society as a whole. When children are taught creativity skills their … [Read more...]

Robert Rauschenberg Artist as Activist Fellowship

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Los Angeles Poverty Department, "Chasing Monsters from Under the Bed," 2015. Photo by Michael Blaze. Courtesy the artist and Robert Rauschenberg Foundation.

A Two-Year Grant Program This article was published in June, 2016. The contents for this article is based primarily from a press release received from the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation. Robert Rauschenberg was an American painter and graphic artist whose early works anticipated the pop art movement. The Robert Rauschenberg Artist as Activist Fellowship is a two-year grant … [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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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...]

Therese Boisclair

"Seeking the Light" About Thérèse Boisclair: Therese is inspired by nature. She has technical … [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...]

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...]

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 Healing Power of Color 2025 Exhibition

Art from “The Healing Power of Color” 2025 Invitational Exhibition April 20 - June 20, 2025 This … [Read More...]

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...]

Several Artist Members Explain The Power of Creativity

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

Frantisek Strouhal

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

“Autumn” Art by Artist Members and Artists from Art History

"Winter is an etching, spring a watercolor, summer an oil painting, and autumn a mosaic of them … [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...]

David G. Rickman

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

Art With the Magical Color Blue by Contemporary and Historical Artists

Plus Many Fascinating Facts About the Color Blue Including Its Healing Impact The color Blue has … [Read More...]

Fantastic Flora and Fauna

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

The Healing Power of Color 2024 Exhibition

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