"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...]
Peter N. Van Giesen
"The Eternal Aura of Nature" 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...]
Denise Lorenz, Michael Stoyanov, Mark Weller and Claudia Michael Receive Special Recognition Art Awards
The following artists: Denise Lorenz, Michael Stoyanov, Mark Weller and Claudia Michael have received Special Recognition Art Awards in "The Healing Power of ART: Resilience" 2022 exhibition. As the curator, I was captivated by how wonderfully they approached their connection with nature and wanted to share that with you. They deserve to have special attention and it gives me … [Read more...]
Artist Frida Kahlo Transcended Suffering through Art
An artist who epitomizes an individual's triumphant spirit to overcome challenges through creativity is Frida Kahlo, July 6, 1907 - July 13, 1954. One of the most respected women artists her art has been praised for its originality and its surreal, dreamlike, and fantastical quality. At the age of six Kahlo was stricken with polio. At age 18 she was in a bus when it … [Read more...]
The Healing Power of Color 2019 Exhibition
This online art exhibition May 6 - July 6, 2019 presented 55 artists who use color to enhance healing and a sense of well-being to viewers. Below you'll find a few works of art selected from the exhibition. "Color can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways." ~ Oscar Wilde About Us: The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS, an initiative of Manhattan Arts International, … [Read more...]
Art With the Magical Color Blue by Contemporary and Historical Artists
Plus Many Fascinating Facts About the Color Blue Including Its Healing Impact 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. … [Read more...]
An Art Project with Hospice by Meg Black in Memory of Her Father
Meg Black is a foremost artist and pioneer working with natural fibers for over 30 years. Her art is in numerous private and public collections and healthcare facilities. You can read her previous article about her art for healthcare here. In this article Meg Black shares insight about her firsthand experience with Hospice care, her desire to reach out to build new … [Read more...]