Art Inspired by Culture, Ethnicity, Ancestry and Anthropology This online presentation will lift your spirits! It features extraordinary artists from around the world who enlighten us with their understanding of humanity. Their sources of creative inspiration range from places of origins, ethnicities, and ancestry, to world travels and interests in anthropology. Each 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 nature imagery is created to support healing environments. Her most significant accomplishment to date is a permanent installation of 14 high-quality canvas prints at the Stoughton Health Outpatient Center in Stoughton, Wisconsin. During her exhibition at the University of … [Read more...]
“Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 Exhibition
Welcome to "Art Inspired by Nature" More than 70 Artists from around the world! September 15 - November 15, 2026 Please Visit the Artists' Websites. Contact the Artists Directly to Purchase their Art. Message from Renee Phillips, Curator, Founder & Director of Manhattan Arts International and The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS: I am honored … [Read more...]
Luigi Di Mauro: Advocate for Nature Preservation and A “World Changer”
He Raises Awareness About the Amazon Rainforest Luigi Di Mauro, luigidimauro.com.br, is an Italian-Brazilian painter and graphic designer who resides in Brazil. Luigi is widely recognized internationally and has received awards for his figurative and abstract works. They are characterized by bold colors and expressive linework. In his inimitable style he conveys the … [Read more...]
“Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 Exhibition Video
This video features 27 works of art from the “Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 exhibition The “Art Inspired by Nature” exhibition features art by more than 70 artists from around the world. It is on view from September 15 – November 15, 2026: healing-power-of-art.org/art-inspired-by-nature-2026-exhibition Whether you are a nature-loving art buyer, organization or business … [Read more...]
Artists Who Are “World Changers”
Read About More Than 100 Extraordinary Artists In this series of articles and interviews you will read about more than 100 extraordinary creative "World Changers". They are advocates for positive change. Descriptions of photos above: Top left: Maryan Myres Shumway is a writer, musician and an advocate for families and people with disabilities. Her, Elias, shown above, … [Read more...]
Aaron Laux is An Environmental Artist and One of Our “World Changers”
Special Recognition Award-Winning Artist in Our “Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 Exhibition It is an enormous pleasure to have selected Aaron Laux to receive a “Special Recognition Art Award”. His extraordinary, life-enhancing works of art recently came to my attention as the curator of our "Art Inspired by Nature"2026 Online Exhibition. After visiting his website I grew … [Read more...]
Quotes About The Benefits of Art & Art-Making
Statements from Medical Professionals, Healthcare Leaders, Famous Artists and More As you know I believe in the healing power of art. My quotes about art and healing have appeared in many books, websites and other online resources. This one especially is well known: “The medical profession has come a long way in recognizing the healing benefits of art. My hope is that someday … [Read more...]
Artists Featured in Art Reviews
Extraordinary Works of Art by 33 Artists Dive into this series of Art Reviews and discover a treasure trove of art in different styles and mediums created by artists from around the world. Expect to be empowered by positive, inspirational, healing art. Read about their art in the context of art history and their contributions to the realm of contemporary healing art. This … [Read more...]
Jodie Brenner, Equine Artist and One of Our “World Changers”
Special Recognition Award-Winning Artist in Our "Art Inspired by Nature" 2026 Exhibition It is an honor to have selected Jodie Brenner to receive a “Special Recognition Art Award” and have inducted her into our series of “World Changers”. Jodie Brenner submitted her outstanding paintings of horses to be considered for our “Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 exhibition. Jodie has … [Read more...]
Bob Crelin, Artist, Environmentalist, Inventor, Author and “World Changer”
Special Recognition Award-Winning Artist in Our "Art Inspired by Nature" 2026 Exhibition Bob Crelin submitted his gorgeous floral paintings to be considered for our "Art Inspired by Nature" 2026 exhibition. I was immediately impressed by how he captured the beauty, atmospheric and emotive qualities and details of his subjects with masterful painting skills. His paintings are … [Read more...]
About The “Art Inspired by Nature” 2026 Exhibition
View this Exhibition Now! September 15 - November 15, 2026 The names of all exhibiting artists in the Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS "Art Inspired by Nature" Exhibition are listed below in alphabetical order. This page also lists all artists featured in the Manhattan Arts International "Art Inspired by Nature" Exhibition and the "Art Inspired by Nature" Video. A Message … [Read more...]
Therese Boisclair
"Seeking the Light" About Thérèse Boisclair: Therese is inspired by nature. She has technical prowess in different mediums and currently enjoys combining acrylic paint with tissue paper. Her richly tactile mixed media works of art convey the innate qualities we discover in the natural world emphasizing her distinctive, illuminating, abstract style. You can find her … [Read more...]
Fractals of Light: The Healing Art of Dr. Michael Durst
By Dr. Thayabaran Pillay Dr. Thayabaran Pillay is the Co-Founder of Healing By Design™, with Dr. Michael Durst. He has written detailed exploration of the effects of fractals in healing environments for the medical profession and medical students. This article serves as a thoughtful summary of his research and findings. About Healing by Design™ This organization redefines … [Read more...]
World Changer Sujata Tibrewala, Artist and Founder of IAAA
An Inspirational Interview Sujata Tibrewala is an extraordinary artist who creates insightful and profound narrative paintings that reflect human experience. She is a self-described “eco-feminist artist, teaching artist, and community leader whose work explores cycles of oppression, ecology, and spirituality.” Sujata is also the Founder of the Indian American Artists … [Read more...]
Bob Dooley
Masterful Realistic Paintings Inspired by Nature About Bob Dooley: Bob Dooley is an outstanding contemporary realist painter who illuminates the diversity, magic and wonder that exists in the world of nature. His masterful works of art impact the viewer as immediately soothing, inspirational and healing. They are imbued with a superb sense of vibrancy and an amazing attention … [Read more...]
Peter N. Van Giesen
"The Eternal Aura of Nature" About Peter N. Van Giesen: Peter N. Van Giesen's paintings convey a majestic grandeur inspired by the natural beauty of British Columbia where he resides. Peter is also a member of the Manhattan Arts International Artist Showcase online art gallery, a curated art program that recognizes artistic excellence. He has received several awards … [Read more...]
Rajul Shah
"Kintsugi Chakras” About Rajul Shah: Rajul Shah creates healing art that immediately arouses a transcendent experience for the viewer. She offers us a meditative journey toward personal growth and transformation. Her significant ongoing project, Kintsugi Chakras, encapsulates her sustained exploration of restoration, resilience, and the metaphysics of energy. Portfolio … [Read more...]