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Nimi Trehan ~ Featured Artist of the Week

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Sun Kissed, mixed media, diptych, 30" x 80"

"Environmentally Yours" Nimi Trehan is a Maryland-based artist whose vibrant, expressive paintings draw inspiration from the cultural richness of her native India and the dynamic beauty of nature. Title of Series of Art Shown here: "Environmentally Yours" Price Range: $500 - $5,000 All rights reserved. Do not reproduce images without the artist’s permission. With a … [Read more...]

The Healing Power of Color 2025 Exhibition

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

Stay For A Moment, photography, available in different sizes.

Welcome to “The Healing Power of Color” 2025 Invitational Exhibition! For Maximum Enjoyment View this Online Exhibition on the Largest Monitor You Have! Take Your Time! Enjoy Viewing the Art and Reading the Artists' Statements! The artists in this exhibition approach their use of color to express their deepest feelings, share their beliefs, convey meaningful messages, and … [Read more...]

Frantisek Strouhal

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"Art Embracing Awareness" About Frantisek Strouhal: Frantisek Strouhal is an esteemed visual artist and poet based in the serene West Kootenay region, in British Columbia. He is renowned for his innovative mixed-media artworks. His signature style, imbued with deep introspection, nostalgia, and existential nuance, captivates audiences worldwide. Portfolio/Series: “Art … [Read more...]

Roopa Dudley

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

Moon in Cancer, Acrylic on Canvas, 40"x 30"

"Roopa's Major Arcanum" About Roopa Dudley:  Roopa Dudley is widely acclaimed as "The Chess Painter". Her bold, colorful and dramatic paintings in her inimitable style of realism engage the senses and challenge the imagination. They provoke interpretation and discussion. She describes her style as “gravitating towards Steampunk Art and Graphic Design”. She has exhibited her … [Read more...]

David G. Rickman

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Risen Glory, Acrylic, 18" x 24"

About David G. Rickman: David G. Rickman is a contemporary impressionist painter, drawing and painting inspirations based on his personal experiences in the southern coastal areas of Alabama and Florida.  His paintings develop "from dreams, memories, and travels, inspiring hope and beauty in the soul." David explains his intention is to tell his stories on the canvas and … [Read more...]

Janice Phelps Williams

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My Other Home

"A Beautiful World" About Janice Phelps Williams: Janice creates uplifting nature-inspired art with a delightful profusion of joyful colors, engaging organic forms, rhythmic compositions, and inspirational messages. Janice's creative versatility spans a variety of styles and media. Most recently the interior landscape of her imagination has captured her interest to the … [Read more...]

Judy Hatlen

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Hummingbird with Purple Columbines, acrylic on canvas, 20x16 by Judy Hatlen

"Nature's Most Fragile Elements" About Judy Hatlen: Judy Hatlen creates awe-inspiring paintings that celebrate the diverse and miraculous beauty that exists in our natural world. Through her art she conveys her bouyant, optimistic philosophy and joie de vivre. Smooth flowing forms, and a symphonic harmony of vibrant colors are a few of her many superb stylistic attributes. … [Read more...]

Debora Levy

By Renee Phillips 5 Comments

Basket, Oil Painting on Canvas, 23" x 16"

The "Still Life" in Contemporary Realism About Debora Levy:  Debora excels in using a variety of materials -- from gold leaf, acrylic, to oils, cold wax, inks, and dry media. Most recently Debora has been creating gorgeous realistic oil paintings that reflect her masterful painting skills and illuminate everyday objects. She conveys a remarkable sense of balance and harmony … [Read more...]

“Autumn” Art by Artist Members and Artists from Art History

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Aspen in Meadow

"Winter is an etching, spring a watercolor, summer an oil painting, and autumn a mosaic of them all." ~  Stanley Horowitz Many artists and art enthusiasts would heartfully agree. For nature-inspired artists the fall season offers a diverse cornucopia of colors and textures to stimulate the creative imagination. For your pleasure, The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS presents … [Read more...]

Peter N. Van Giesen

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Fisgard Lighthouse, Olympic Mountains acrylic 20x24

"Capturing Nature's Eternal Aura" 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...]

Monique J. Dufour

By Renee Phillips 3 Comments

Chasing the Horizon, acrylic on canvas, 28” x 32”

“Essence of Raw - 2025" About Monique J. Dufour: Monique J. Dufour is an expressive abstract painter known for creating "Healing Art". She has received several honors and accolades for her art and her collectors span the globe. Monique paints intuitively with unbridled spontaneity from the heart and enjoys creating customized paintings for her clients that provide … [Read more...]

Rajul Shah

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

The Kindness I see, Acrylic on Linen, 21 x 28.5

"Renewal: Introspections in Resilience” 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. Rajul moved to Japan in 2012 after retiring from her first career in healthcare. She trained extensively across all media including … [Read more...]

Interview with Andre Chatelain, Recipient of The Special Recognition Art Award

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Andre Chatelain Artist

Manhattan Arts International Proudly Presents Andre Chatelain with this Award in Our “Love, Peace, Unity & Hope” 2025 Exhibition As a masterful artist and humanitarian Andre Chatelain reminds us that we can all take steps to improve the world. He embodies the vital and admirable human attributes of love, peace, unity and hope. In this interview he shares his beliefs, his … [Read more...]

Therese Boisclair

By Renee Phillips 6 Comments

Spring is Alive by Therese Boisclair

"Seeking the Light" About Thérèse Boisclair: Inspired by a desire to express the beauty of the natural world, Thérèse Boisclair captures the atmospheric sensations of landscapes in alluring abstract works of art. She enjoys combining the bold colors of acrylic painting with the fragility of tissue paper to achieve a myriad textures, unexpected patterns, and varied … [Read more...]

View Our Artist Members Exhibitions Devoted to Color

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Hydrangeas in Blue, watercolor, 16x19

It is undeniable that color affects our behaviors, moods, and thoughts. It has the ability to bring healing energy, soothe our frazzled nerves, motivate and empower us. Color (or hue) may be the first creative element an artist chooses and often the most distinctive quality we may notice about their art. We organized nine online exhibitions of artist members works of art … [Read more...]

Bren Sibilsky

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Bren Sibilsky sculpture

"Figures, Equestrian Statues, Portraits and Reliefs" About Bren Sibilsky: Bren Sibilsky is a sculptor in the style of classical representation with baroque undertones who excels in creating full standing figures, equestrian statues, portraits, and reliefs. She pushes classical subjects to daring emotive heights. Manhattan Arts International granted Bren a Special … [Read more...]

Sandra Belitza-Vazquez

By Renee Phillips 3 Comments

Bianca in thye Pantanal Photography Variable Sizes

"A World Wonderland" About Sandra Belitza-Vazquez: Sandra is an internationally exhibited, award-winning and versatile artist whose awe-inspiring photographs raise our awareness about the natural beauty in the world. She also reminds us about our responsibility to honor and preserve it. She captures magnificent views from world travels as well as local nature scenes. Sandra … [Read more...]

The Healing Power of Color 2024 Exhibition

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Spring Growth, scanner photography, size varies

An Invitational Exhibition  April 7 -  June 7, 2024 About Us: The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS  is a global community of artists, advocates, and writers dedicated to raising awareness about how art serves as a positive catalyst for enhancing the well-being of individuals, society and the environment. It is an initiative of Manhattan Arts International, NYC, NY. Read … [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. As a community of artists, writers and advocates we believe ART & ARTISTS are positive catalysts for enhancing the well-being of individuals, society and the environment. ART & ARTISTS have the power to bring positive change to the world.

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The Healing Power of Color 2024 Exhibition

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Therese Boisclair

"Seeking the Light" About Thérèse Boisclair: Inspired by a desire to express the beauty of the … [Read More...]

Debora Levy

The "Still Life" in Contemporary Realism About Debora Levy:  Debora excels in using a variety of … [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...]

A Healing Touch of Red in Art by Members and Masters

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

Monique J. Dufour

“Essence of Raw - 2025" About Monique J. Dufour: Monique J. Dufour is an expressive abstract … [Read More...]

The Power of Yellow in Art Created by Artists On Our Website and Master Artists

Yellow is a Powerful Color With Many Healing Benefits  Yellow is the color we associate with the … [Read More...]

The Healing Power of Color 2025 Exhibition

Welcome to “The Healing Power of Color” 2025 Invitational Exhibition! For Maximum Enjoyment View … [Read More...]

“Spring” An Online Art Exhibition

Inspirational Art and Quotes No matter what time of year it is let's celebrate Spring in all of its … [Read More...]

Nimi Trehan ~ Featured Artist of the Week

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

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...]

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, … [Read More...]

Roopa Dudley

"Roopa's Major Arcanum" About Roopa Dudley:  Roopa Dudley is widely acclaimed as "The Chess … [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...]

Janice Phelps Williams

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

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