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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...]

Artist Members Share Proud Achievements of 2023

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Kintsugi Skies Triptych, oil on canvas, 20 x 30 by Rajul Shah

Bravo to Our Members! It is June, 2023, and we embark upon the midpoint time of the year. I invited artist members to share their proudest moment they have experienced this year. We are delighted to share their achievements with you. Please visit the artists' pages to see more of their artwork and read about their many achievements and inspiration. Visit their websites and … [Read more...]

The Healing Color of Purple in Art by Artists from Our Website

By Renee Phillips 2 Comments

Passion, mixed media, 12" x 24" x 1.5" by Therese Boisclair

Enjoy Viewing! The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS believes art has the power to bring positive change and we know that color plays a very important part of that process. This is part of a a series of exhibitions on various colors that include "Enjoy The Power of Yellow in Art", "Art With the Magical Color Blue", "Many Shades of Green in Art" -- and now "The Healing Color … [Read more...]

Artist Members Share The Core Beliefs That Impact Their Art

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Maligne Lake, Jasper, acrylic 24x36

Our core beliefs and philosophies impact our views of the world, our decisions, priorities, how we communicate and deal with challenges, triumphs and tribulations. For artists, the beliefs they choose have a powerful impact on their creative visions and finished works of art. Eager to learn and share more information about our incredible artist members, in 2021 we asked them to … [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...]

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

By Renee Phillips 4 Comments

Edgar Degas-Dancers in Pink c. 1885

Glowing Art and Facts About Pink! We invite you to bask in the healing glow of pink in art by several artists featured on this website. And, as always, we provide many interesting facts about the color. This exhibition is part of our ongoing series about color. We have already covered art using blue, red, yellow, purple, green and orange. For links to all of our exhibitions … [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...]

Artist Members Celebrate the Color Orange

By Renee Phillips 3 Comments

waterscape in oranges by Peter N. Van Giesen

A Happy, Energetic and Eye-Catching Color When it comes to the healing power of color we know that a certain color has the ability to soothe your frazzled nerves, empower you to take action, and also to bring healing energy when you need it. As Wassily Kandinsky proclaimed, "Color hides a power still unknown but real, which acts on every part of the human body." In this … [Read more...]

Whimsical Art by Artists on Our Website

By Renee Phillips 9 Comments

Imaginary Sea, ink, colored pencil, 19" x 24"

Art That Will Lift Your Spirits! If you're suffering from an overload of negative news of the world and seeking some relief, you came to the right place.  To lift your spirits we searched our website to present an online art exhibition "Whimsical Art by Artist Members". Shown here is art by Sandra Belitza-Vazquez, Tanis Bula, Roopa Dudley, Andrea Kay, Peter N. Van Giesen, … [Read more...]

A Healing Touch of Red in Art by Members and Masters

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Welcome to Cappy's Bakery Digital Photography 16.5" x 27"

Fascinating Art and Facts About the Color Red We are delighted to present this online exhibition "A Healing Touch of Red in Art" by members of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS online gallery and some master artists. It is a part of our series of exhibitions related to color. You'll also read many facts about the primary color red. Powerful Healing Art by … [Read more...]

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

By Renee Phillips 5 Comments

Just a Peek Photography Variable Sizes

Yellow is a Powerful Color With Many Healing Benefits  Yellow is the color we associate with the sun. It is the brightest color of the visible spectrum, and it is the most noticeable of all colors by the human eye. Scientific studies have shown that yellow is a good color to strengthen the nerves, stimulate communication and collaboration, enhance mental clarity and … [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...]

Fantastic Flora and Fauna

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painting of a peony by Tanis Bula

View Inspirational Art! In this inspirational presentation view some fantastic images of flora and fauna by artists we promote on the The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS website. The common phrase "flora and fauna" covers just about every visible living thing in the natural world. The word "flora" comes from the Latin name of Flora, the goddess of plants, flowers, and … [Read more...]

Many Shades of Green in Art by Artists On This Website & Master Artists

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Vincent van Gogh, Green Wheat Field, 1889 oil on canvas, 28.75" x 36.25". Loan at Kunsthaus Zurich

Plus Many Fascinating Facts About the Color Green The color green generally signifies growth, harmony, health, life, spring, wealth, and many other positive qualities. Color experts agree this color provides hope more than any other colors. Art that has this color is an excellent choice when you want to bring positive feelings into your home or office or healthcare … [Read more...]

“Spring” An Online Art Exhibition

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painting of spring by Peter N. Van Giesen

Inspirational Art and Quotes No matter what time of year it is let's celebrate Spring in all of its literal and symbolic glory. This presentation "Spring"  delivers inspirational art in different media by talented artists from The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS online art gallery and series of Art Reviews as well as our Special Friends.  To accompany the works of art … [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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Learn More About Our Multi-Talented Members The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS members are … [Read More...]

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

Artist Members Explain The Power of Creativity

"Creativity Takes Courage" ~ Henri Matisse... Creativity may be defined as a mysterious, … [Read More...]

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

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

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

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