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Art Enhances Brain Function and Well-Being

By Renee Phillips 40 Comments

Painting by Claude Monet. Public domain.

This article was originally written in March, 2015, and updated several times with recent updates in 2025. There is an increasing amount of scientific evidence that proves art enhances brain function. It has an impact on brain wave patterns and emotions, the nervous system, and can actually raise serotonin levels. Art can change a person’s outlook and the way they experience … [Read more...]

Art and Quotes by Famous Artists

By Renee Phillips 28 Comments

"Paul Gauguin 113" by Paul Gauguin. Licensed under Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons https://commons.wikimedia.org

Art and Words That Will Inspire You Throughout art history we have been enthralled and inspired by the art and quotes by famous artists. This page has been created to bring information and inspiration to our readers. We update this page regularly with  images and quotations that are positive and healing. They may also be provocative and thought-provoking. Please visit … [Read more...]

Art and Mental Health is A Daily Priority For Us

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Edvard Munch

In the U.S. May is Mental Health Awareness Month (also referred to as “Mental Health Month”). Now, more than ever, it is essential that we continue to focus on finding treatment and solutions to this widespread problem. As you know, here, at The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS website, art and mental health is a daily priority for us since we launched this website in 2015. … [Read more...]

Awakening Your Creative Soul by Sandra Duran Wilson

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creative soul

Awakening Your Creative Soul, published by the North Light Books, is an extraordinary book by Sandra Duran Wilson, artist, writer, teacher, and leader of spirituality groups. The subtitle “A 52-Week Journey to Artistic Discovery” informs the reader about the magic that will unfold. This 176-page book is for everyone who has a desire to discover and expand their creative … [Read more...]

Nature and Environmental Resources for Artists

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Ansel Adams

This article provides information and resources to help artists get exposure for their nature-inspired art, learn more about environmental art, and find ways to express their concerns about the environment. "Nature and Environmental Resources for Artists" is part of a series of articles about eco-art and artists. Art for Wildlife Galleries artforwildlife.com is a World Class … [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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Fantastic Flora and Fauna

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The Healing Power of Color 2024 Exhibition

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The Healing Glow of Pink in Art by Artist Members, Famous Artists, and More

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Artist Members Tell Us What Inspired Their Works of Art

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Art About Love, Peace, Harmony and Unity by Artist Members

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A Healing Touch of Red in Art by Members and Masters

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Tanis Bula

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Frantisek Strouhal

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Artists Celebrate the Color Orange

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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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