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...]
Fantastic Flora and Fauna
View Inspirational Art! In this inspirational presentation view some fantastic images of flora and fauna by artists we promote on the The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS website. The common phrase "flora and fauna" covers just about every visible living thing in the natural world. The word "flora" comes from the Latin name of Flora, the goddess of plants, flowers, and … [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, harmony, health, life, spring, wealth, and many other positive qualities. Color experts agree this color provides hope more than any other colors. As a "secondary" color, it is the color of light between the two "primary" colors blue and yellow on the visible spectrum. It combines … [Read more...]
The Healing Power of Color 2019 Exhibition
This online art exhibition May 6 - July 6, 2019 presented 55 artists who use color to enhance healing and a sense of well-being to viewers. Below you'll find a few works of art selected from the exhibition. "Color can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways." ~ Oscar Wilde About Us: The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS, an initiative of Manhattan Arts International, … [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 been referred to as a magical hue that has the power to induce relaxation, tranquility and inspiration and even connect us to highest states of consciousness. Suffice to say, if you want to bring any of those qualities into your physical surroundings, seek art with the color blue. … [Read more...]
“F213” Exhibition Spotlights Feminist Protest
Contents in this article have been taken from a press release and published with permission from Karen Gutfreund, co-curator of "F213" and an exhibiting artist. F213 is short for Fahrenheit 213, one degree above the boiling point of blood. This powerful exhibition by Northern California Women’s Caucus for Art (NCWCA) brings together over 40 national and Bay Area feminist … [Read more...]
The Positive Benefits of Art Using The Art and Science of Feng Shui
An Ancient Art and Science If we want to improve our lives having an understanding of the positive benefits of art using the art and science of Feng Shui can be extremely helpful. In this article you'll learn some basic facts about the history of Feng Shui, an ancient art and science that originated more than 3,000 years ago in China. The History of Feng Shui Feng Shui is an … [Read more...]
“Spring” An Online Art Exhibition
Art by 14 Artists from The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS Website No matter what time of year it is let's celebrate Spring in all of its literal and symbolic glory. It represents nature's awakening, hope, love, and healing energy. This presentation "Spring" delivers inspirational art in different media by talented artists from The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS … [Read more...]
Master Artists and Their Relationship With Color
Discover Their Passions, Obsessions and Beliefs About Color! There is more than a lifetime of knowledge to gain from master artists and their relationship with color. As we view color through the eyes of great artists we discover their intense passions, relentless obsessions and staunch beliefs about the powers of color. This article provides some insight on this huge and … [Read more...]
Artist Amy Kerr: Founder of “I Am More”
Raising Awareness and Hope for Individuals Living with Mental and Physical Challenges Amy Kerr is a remarkable pastel portrait painter who has developed her talent for portraying the unique essence of her subjects enveloped in a soft and gentle atmosphere. Her art reflects the inherent poetic beauty of the human spirit. The artist lives in Gloucester, Massachusetts. I … [Read more...]
Popular Articles on The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS
We Promote Art As A Powerful Catalyst for Positive Change! We have had a remarkable year promoting art as a powerful catalyst for positive change for individuals, society and the environment. As we reflect upon our time together we want to express our gratitude to all of you for your interest, participation and loyalty. On this site you'll read about creative people … [Read more...]
Wendy Lemen Bredehoft: Artist, Artist Advocate and Art World Changer
Wendy Lemen Bredehoft is an innovative full-time mixed media artist from Wyoming who describes her art as that which "investigates visual nuances, focusing on details that provide a basis for understanding and responding to specific places and experiences, especially those informed by nature." I selected Bredehoft to be included in the "Our Bond With Nature" online art … [Read more...]
Artists Share Their Creativity and Compassion
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”
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...]
“Our Bond With Nature” Exhibition
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...]