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The Healing Power of ART In Honor of Nature Exhibition 2021

By Renee Phillips 33 Comments

Barbara Brown Stone Portal to Beyond, oil on canvas, 20" x 16"

Enjoy Viewing! "The Healing Power of ART In Honor of Nature", May 20 - July 20, 2021, presented diverse and inspirational art by 75 artists from around the world.  The purpose of this exhibition was two fold: to promote extraordinary nature-inspired artists; and to raise awareness about the importance of  honoring, preserving and protecting our natural environment.  Through … [Read more...]

Eco-Conscious Artists and The Materials They Use

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

This article "Eco-Conscious Artists and The Materials They Use" is part of our series of articles devoted to Eco-Art and Eco-Artists. Whether you are an artist or art enthusiast who was attracted to our website there is a good chance that you share our interest in caring for the environment and apply eco-friendly practices. This article is the result of a question I posted … [Read more...]

Artist Frankie Hsu Captures the Ethereal Energy and Wonder of Nature

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Essence of Time 11x14 by Frankie Hsu

A Special Recognition Award-Winner Frankie Hsu is a Brooklyn, NY-based artist, whose ethereal abstract paintings immediately lift the viewer to an atmospheric world of wonder and evoke a sense of well-being. Her works of art explore the spiritual and transformative qualities inherent in nature and our relationship with it. She reminds us to revere, protect and take action to … [Read more...]

Interview with Wendy Jones, Author, Playwright and Book Publisher

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Wendy Jones is an author, playwright, and the president of Ida Bell Publishing, LLC. Named after Ida B. Wells, the investigative reporter and social activist, the company was established with the purpose to publish the work of people of color, immigrants, all women, and other outsiders.  Wendy spent her early years in the kitchen helping her mother, Josephine E. Jones, who … [Read more...]

Artist Diane Turner Creates Inspirational Paintings of Figures in the Natural World

By Renee Phillips 1 Comment

Triplets with Llamas Second painting in Triplets Series. Oil on canvas, 25 5/8" X 42 1/8" by Diane Turner

A Special Recognition Award-Winner Diane Turner is an outstanding American figurative realist painter best known for masterful paintings of multiple figures in natural settings. These mesmerizing works of art convey her sensitivity to the bond between humans and the environment. She possesses expertise in her chosen medium and a remarkable sense of composition and attention to … [Read more...]

Artists Share Their First Experiences with Creativity

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Pablo Picasso, The Picador, 1890. Image via Wikiart.

This Article Will Awaken the Creative Spirit Within You! Do you remember your first encounters with the magic and joy of creative self-expression? Or, perhaps are you still waiting for that moment to arrive? For some it begins in early childhood, others consider themselves to be "late bloomers". Either way, this article is meant to awaken or rekindle that creative spirit … [Read more...]

Artist Members Tell Us What They Love About Their Favorite Medium

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Vestrahorn Mountain and Reflection, photography, available in various sizes

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...]

An Experience With Digital Art in Pain and Illness Management By Dr. Shanali Perera

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Shanali Perera "Collective Strength"

By Dr. Shanali Perera MBBS, MRCP Editor's note: A few days ago Dr. Shanali Perera shanaliperera.wixsite.com/digitalart from the U.K. sent me an email and expressed her interest in sharing her story with The Healing Power of ART community. It's a pleasure to present her article "My Experience With Digital Art in Pain and Illness Management". Dr. Perera's message is personal and … [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...]

Corrina Thurston Transforms Her Life Through Drawing

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Corrina Thurston, African Elephant, graphite and colored pencil , 24" x 18".

Creating Art From A Bed Corrina Thurston is a professional wildlife artist specializing in detailed, vibrant colored pencil drawings. In this inspirational article she shares her story about how drawing helped her gain a new perspective on life. After becoming chronically ill and having to medically withdraw from college she taught herself how to draw from her bed. What began … [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

Cover-Video-Spirit-of-Resilience

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 Janice Phelps Williams, Sandra Belitza-Vazquez, Tanis Bula, Roopa Dudley, Andrea … [Read more...]

Artists Transformed Cardboard Into Hope and Healing in the “Together While Apart Project”

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Together While Apart Project

By Deane V. Bowers Deane V. Bowers, deanevbowersart.com, is a self-described self-taught artist who lives in Seabrook Island, South Carolina. She is driven by a desire, "to be a responsible Environmental Steward in every aspect of my life. As an artist, whenever possible I always use reclaimed, recycled, repurposed and Eco Friendly materials." Her purpose is to create art … [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...]

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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. 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.

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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...]

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...]

Therese Boisclair

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

David G. Rickman ~ Featured Artist of the Week

Awe-Inspiring "Beach Air" Paintings About David G. Rickman: David G. Rickman is a contemporary … [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...]

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...]

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...]

Rajul Shah

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

Whimsical Art by Artists on Our Website

Art That Will Lift Your Spirits! If you're suffering from an overload of negative news of the world … [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...]

A Healing Touch of Red in Art by Members and Masters

Beautiful Art and Facts About the Color Red We are delighted to present this online exhibition "A … [Read More...]

Frantisek Strouhal

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

Bren Sibilsky

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

Janice Phelps Williams

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

Monique J. Dufour

“Botanical Pulse" About Monique J. Dufour: Monique J. Dufour is an extraordinary expressive … [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...]

Artist Members Share Exciting Plans for 2024

Three Artists Share Their Plans It's always exciting to ask the members of The Healing Power of ART … [Read More...]

The Healing Power of Color 2024 Exhibition

An Invitational Exhibition  April 7 -  June 7, 2024 About Us: The Healing Power of ART & … [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...]

Nimi Trehan

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

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