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Artist Members Tell Us What They Love About Their Favorite Medium

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Enjoy This Wonderful Article! Artists develop special relationships with their chosen mediums and it's exciting to know how and why they select the ones they do. An artist may choose a particular medium and remain with it for a lifetime, while other artists may begin new relationships as their artwork evolves. Each medium offers a myriad of different technical and creative … [Read more...]

Artists Confront Life’s Challenges With The Help of The Healing Power of Art

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

Creating Art as a Healing Modality In this article you’ll meet extraordinary artists who have faced enormously difficult challenges. As you will see, their remarkable art, lives and statements provide hope, comfort, and inspiration for us. We can learn from them how to also prevail and thrive through the healing power of art and having the right attitude. “The Healing Power … [Read more...]

Artists Celebrate the Color Orange

By Renee Phillips 3 Comments

waterscape in oranges by Peter N. Van Giesen

Art, Statements and Facts About the Color Orange When it comes to the healing power of color we know that a certain color has the ability to soothe your frazzled nerves, empower you to take action, and also to bring healing energy when you need it. As Wassily Kandinsky proclaimed, "Color hides a power still unknown but real, which acts on every part of the human body." In this … [Read more...]

The Spirit of Resilience Exhibition 2020

By Renee Phillips 8 Comments

Lotus photograph

We were delighted to present "The Spirit of Resilience", September 4 - November 11, 2020. This exhibition was a huge treasure trove of diverse, inspirational and thought-provoking works of art. It featured 80 artists. Here is a sampling of art from the exhibition. Please visit the artists' websites to learn more about them. Contact them directly to purchase their … [Read more...]

Artists from The Spirit of Resilience Exhibition Who Are World Changers

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Restorative Justice Singing Tree, acrylic on wood, plus colored pencil on paper, 8' x 16'

Read About Our Inspirational Discovery! During the curatorial process for The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS "The Spirit of Resilience" online exhibition we discovered a few of the artists selected for the exhibition who  also generously devote their time to helping others. You will meet them in this article "Artists from The Spirit of Resilience Exhibition Who Are World … [Read more...]

October is An Opportunity to Celebrate National Arts & Humanities

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Join Americans For The Artists @Americans4Arts by submitting your photographs on Instagram during the month of October.

October is an opportunity to celebrate National Arts & Humanities Month (NAHM), a coast-to-coast collective recognition of the importance of culture in America. This event comes when we need it most. Let's shift our awareness to the healing and powerful gifts that the Arts provide. An Invitation to Show Your Art Americans For The Arts is leading an online celebration … [Read more...]

The Spirit of Resilience Video

By Renee Phillips 5 Comments

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We are pleased to present a fantastic video with 24 artists from "The Spirit of Resilience" online exhibition, that runs through November 4, 2020.  You'll find it on the Manhattan Arts International Youtube channel. Turn on your volume and let the visuals and music fill your heart and spirit. Then, view the entire exhibition of 80 artists from around the world! Please share and … [Read more...]

Whimsical Art by Artists on Our Website

By Renee Phillips 9 Comments

Imaginary Sea, ink, colored pencil, 19" x 24"

Art That Will Lift Your Spirits! If you're suffering from an overload of negative news of the world and seeking some relief, you came to the right place.  To lift your spirits we searched our website to present an online art exhibition "Whimsical Art by Artist Members". Shown here is art by Sandra Belitza-Vazquez, Tanis Bula, Roopa Dudley, Andrea Kay, Peter N. Van Giesen, … [Read more...]

About “The Spirit of Resilience” 2020 Art Exhibition

By Renee Phillips 34 Comments

Cover-Video-Spirit-of-Resilience

An Exhibition of 80 Artists ~ September 4 - November 11, 2020 "The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS" is an initiative of Manhattan Arts International, based in NYC, NY. We believe art has the power to heal, inspire, provoke, challenge and offer hope. We raise awareness about how art is a positive catalyst for enhancing the well-being of individuals, society and the … [Read more...]

A Healing Touch of Red in Art by Members and Masters

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Welcome to Cappy's Bakery Digital Photography 16.5" x 27"

Beautiful Art and Facts About the Color Red We are delighted to present this online exhibition "A Healing Touch of Red in Art" by members of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS online gallery and some master artists. It is a part of our series of exhibitions related to color. You may also want to view "The Healing Power of Color" 2026. The artist members included in this … [Read more...]

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

By Renee Phillips 5 Comments

J. M. W. Turner, Caernarvon Castle Date: 1799, watercolor on paper, 82.5 x 57 cm, Romanticism Genre: landscape. Photo: Public Domain. wikiart.org

Yellow is a Powerful Color With Many Healing Benefits  Yellow is the color we associate with the sun. It is the brightest color of the visible spectrum, and it is the most noticeable of all colors by the human eye. Scientific studies have shown that yellow is a good color to strengthen the nerves, stimulate communication and collaboration, enhance mental clarity and … [Read more...]

Artists Who Experience Their Own Healing Process Through Art

By Renee Phillips 4 Comments

Artists Selected From Entries Received For "The Healing Power of ART 2020" When we announced our call for artists for our Healing Power of ART 2020 exhibition, we asked artists to let us know if they create art as a modality for healing. We are honored to introduce you to artists who not only create outstanding works of art, they are artists who experience their own healing … [Read more...]

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 pastel-on-sandpaper paintings that are inspired by Mexican and Guatemalan cultural objects. She is also the author of “From Pilot to Painter,” (available on Amazon.com), and maintains a popular art blog “Barbara Rachko’s Colored Dust” which has more than 28,000 … [Read more...]

Using Art to Deal with Trauma

By Renee Phillips 1 Comment

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For most of us our environment is generally nurturing and positive, but for some, it can be traumatic, such as experiencing horrific events in war zones or being raised in an abusive home. Art is often the healing balm that soothes these harsh realities, as well as provides long term benefits. This article is about using art to deal with trauma. You'll read about Marina … [Read more...]

Artists With Unwavering Perseverance and Courage

By Renee Phillips 9 Comments

chronicles of courage

Artists Who Faced Adversity During the first months of her missionary work Mother Teresa had no income and had to resort to begging for food and supplies. She often experienced doubt, loneliness and the temptation to return to the comfort of convent life. But, she refused to give up and return to easier times. Her innate sense of purpose gave her the courage to … [Read more...]

Video Presents Art by 26 Artists From “The Healing Power of ART 2020” Exhibition

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The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS published a video on the Manhattan Arts International Youtube channel. The video presents art by 26 artists from "The Healing Power of ART 2020" Art Exhibition "The Healing Power of ART 2020" exhibition featured art by 52 artists, their statements and links to their websites. It was curated by Renee Phillips, Founder/Director of … [Read more...]

The Healing Power of ART 2020 Exhibition

By Renee Phillips 13 Comments

52 Artists from Around the World The Healing Power of ART 2020 online exhibition was presented from February 20 - May 31, 2020 and featured artists from around the world and a range of styles and mediums. Below you will see several works of art from the exhibition. The criteria we used includes the artist’s ability to convey healing through their chosen medium, their level of … [Read more...]

How Artist Members Want Viewers to Respond To Their Art

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Naturally Blissful, acrylic 24x24 by Peter N. Van Giesen

Art is a powerful means of communication between the artist and the viewer. Most artists consider the reactions others will have upon viewing it. In fact, this may be a very important factor that guides them in their creative process. For instance, Georgia O'Keeffe once said, "When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it, it’s your world for the moment. I want … [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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Monique J. Dufour

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

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...]

Bren Sibilsky

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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...]

The Healing Glow of Pink in Art by Artist Members, Famous Artists, and More

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Peter N. Van Giesen

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Roopa Dudley

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

Rajul Shah

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

Fantastic Flora and Fauna

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

Sandra Belitza-Vazquez

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

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...]

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...]

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