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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...]

Honor, Remembrance, Gratitude and Hope for Peace Expressed in Art

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Interconnected Aura, acrylic on canvas 24” x 32”

An Artful Tribute This was published in 2022 and updates have been made recently. Every day we need to honor those individuals who served in the Armed Forces and we should pay a tribute to the many heroes who have generously and willingly sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom and bear the tremendous stress of war and conflict. This art presentation with messages … [Read more...]

Beautiful Brown in Art by Famous Artists and Our Members

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Words of the Devi by Paul Gauguin

The Color Brown Has Many Positive Attributes As part of our ongoing series of exhibitions devoted to different colors and their healing impact on us, this online exhibition "Beautiful Brown in Art by Members" features art by several of our artist members in which shades of brown are prevalent. In the introduction you'll find art created with a predominance of brown by some … [Read more...]

Fascinating and Fun Facts About Our Artist Members Part I

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Rajul Shah in her studio

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...]

Art With the Magical Color Blue by Contemporary and Historical Artists

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Blue Water Lilies by Claude Monet, 1916–1919, oil on canvas, (78.74 in); width: 2,000 mm (78.74 in), Google Art Project. Photo: Public domain.

Plus Many Fascinating Facts About the Color Blue 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. You can choose from many … [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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