The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS

We are a community of artists, arts advocates and writers dedicated to raising awareness about how art enhances the well-being of individuals, society and the environment.

Banner Oct 19

  • Home
  • About
    • Praise About The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS
    • Join Us
  • Gallery
  • Art Reviews
  • Articles
    • World Changers
    • Artists Stories
    • Art in Healthcare
    • Eco-Art & Artists
    • Arts in Education
  • Exhibitions
  • Friends
  • Resources
    • Art and Healing Organizations
  • Call for Artists
You are here: Home / Archives for Articles / Artists Stories

Nancy Calef’s Healing “Peoplescapes”

By Guest Writer 1 Comment

Nancy Calef, Downtown, oil, sculpture, fabric, found objects on canvas, 36" x 48".

Nancy Calef creates highly dimensional and powerful mixed media paintings titled "Peoplescapes", that incorporate sculpture and found objects and her “plane slashing” technique. They confront a range of social, political and spiritual issues and have been exhibited widely throughout California. She is also the author of Peoplescapes -- My Story From Purging To Painting (Babu … [Read more...]

An Art Project with Hospice by Meg Black in Memory of Her Father

By Guest Writer 1 Comment

Meg Black, National Seashore

Meg Black is a foremost artist and pioneer working with natural fibers for over 30 years. Her art is in numerous private and public collections and healthcare facilities. You can read her previous article about her art for healthcare here. In this article Meg Black shares insight about her firsthand experience with Hospice care, her desire to reach out to build new … [Read more...]

Art For Healthcare: Connecting The Kinesthetic With The Aesthetic

By Guest Writer 1 Comment

Meg Black

Meg Black is internationally recognized and among the few artists working with natural fibers. Her landscapes, seascapes, New England scenes and garden views have attracted many private collectors, corporations and members of the healthcare industry. In this article she explains her unique artistic vision and insight about creating art for healthcare. We are delighted to share … [Read more...]

« Previous Page

About ~ Us

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. We are an online community of artists, healing practitioners and art advocates who believe art serves as a positive catalyst for healing individuals, society and the environment. We know that ART & ARTISTS have the power to bring positive change to the world.

Learn more about us.

VISIT – OUR – PARENT – WEBSITE

Manhattan Arts International website logo

Advice – For – Artists

Renee is the Founder & Director of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS. She also maintains another website devoted to "Helping Artists Achieve Their Fullest Potential". Visit Renee-Phillips.com

Read ~ Art – Reviews

Art Reviews

“Art Inspired by Nature” Exhibition

Preview of Art for "Art Inspired by Nature"

Read – Our – Newsletters

Art Newsletter

Articles ~ Random Order

Janice Phelps Williams

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

Frantisek Strouhal

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

Sandra Belitza-Vazquez

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

Therese Boisclair

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

“Spring” An Online Art Exhibition

Art by 14 Artists from The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS Website No matter what time of … [Read More...]

Bren Sibilsky

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

View Our Artist Members Exhibitions Devoted to Color

It is undeniable that color affects our behaviors, moods, and thoughts. It has the ability to bring … [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...]

Art With the Magical Color Blue by Contemporary and Historical Artists

Artists Share Art With the Color "Blue" Plus Many Fascinating Facts About the Color Blue and its … [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...]

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...]

Judy Hatlen

"Nature's Most Fragile Elements" About Judy Hatlen: Judy Hatlen is a Wisconsin artist whose calming … [Read More...]

Several Artist Members Explain The Power of Creativity

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

Fantastic Flora and Fauna

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

Nimi Trehan

"Environmentally Yours" Nimi Trehan is a Maryland-based artist whose vibrant, expressive paintings … [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...]

Tanis Bula

Masterful Watercolor Paintings of Florals About Tanis Bula: Tanis Bula is an internationally … [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...]

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...]

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...]

Copyright © 2015 -2026
Manhattan Arts International

Mailing Address
200 East 72 Street
New York, NY 10021

Copyright © 2026 · Magazine Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in