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Artist Members Tell Us What Inspired Their Works of Art

By Renee Phillips 1 Comment

Roses, watercolor, 19x19

Enjoy This Delightful Article! It is an honor and pleasure to present "Artist Members Tell Us What Inspired Their Works of Art".  All members of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS online gallery were invited to choose one of the works of art that is presented on their membership page and tell us what inspired it. We received replies from 4 members. They are Peter N. Van … [Read more...]

Artist Members Share Their First Experiences with Creativity

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Lake McDonald, photograph by Sandra Belitza-Vazquez

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 within you. Our … [Read more...]

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