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...]
Betsy Cole Finds Herself Again in Art
Betsy Cole is an artist who expresses her feelings in free-flowing colorful abstract paintings. She reminds us of the importance of letting go and states, "I meditate and there is no planning or thinking, no judgment and no expectations." After experiencing a series of traumas and challenges, she finally found the joy in art that she once knew as a child. In this article she … [Read more...]
Barbara Rachko’s Life and Art After 9/11
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
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...]
The Rewards of Teaching Art to Children With Disabilities
Maryan Myres Shumway is a writer, musician and an expat living in the Middle East. She is also an advocate for families and people with disabilities. With her global travels, she tries "to offer a perspective of people who have faint voices in the world." She is the mother of six children. Her youngest, Elias, has autism, artistic talent, and a huge spirit of generosity. He and … [Read more...]
Video Presents Art by 26 Artists From “The Healing Power of ART 2020” Exhibition
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...]
How Artist Members Want Viewers to Respond To Their Art
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...]
Artist Joanne Turney Celebrates Aging with Joy
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...]
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 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
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...]
John Danks Takes His Art Cart to the Children’s Hospital
It is a pleasure to present this article by John Danks, an artist who devotes time to helping others heal through art. Known as the "Crayon Man" at Philadelphia's St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, he takes his Art Cart to the children's hospital and creates artwork with them. To keep his cart fully stocked with supplies, the remarkable artist donates a percentage of all … [Read more...]
Fascinating and Fun Facts About Our Artist Members Part I
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...]
Botanical Photographs that Celebrate Nature’s Renewal
Capturing Healing Energy in Photography By Dick and Rosanne Dick and Rosanne are multi-talented artists whose healing photographs of nature capture the awe-inspiring beauty and restorative power of nature. Most of their botanical subjects are derived from their own cultivated garden. In this article they share their love for nature and the positive impact that images of … [Read more...]
LEED is Gaining Popularity in Design and Art
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...]
Getting Started in The Healthcare Art Market
Update to this article that was published in 2019. Barbara Markoff is the former co-owner of Artrageous!, Since this article was published she has shifted her focus from corporate art consultant to nature photographer. When she operated Artrageous! she had a diverse clientele and worked with business owners, high-level executives, architects, project managers, interior … [Read more...]
Studio in a School Teaches Art to Children
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
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
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...]