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The Healing Power of Water Expressed in Art

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Extraodinary Art by Artists From Our Art Reviews

Welcome Art, Water, and Nature Lovers!

Art that incorporates the water element expresses a wide range of  life-affirmimng sensations on many visual, aesthetic and visceral levels. Tranquility, purity, fluidity, luminosity, rhythm, contrast, motion and reflection are just a few. And, of course, the myriad of tonal and chromatic ranges of blues and greens convey healing energy. Art that honors water also raises awareness about our need to protect our natural water supply and the living creatures therein.

The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS proudly presents a diverse selection of extraordinary healing water scenes by artists from our Art Reviews.

Relax and refresh yourself with this spectacular presentation of art in different styles and mediums by Morgan Jane Miller, Susan Jarecky,  Mitchell Rodbell, Sandy Iseli, Nicole Cromwell, Akshita Lad, Alison Thomas, Dr. Michael Durst, and Sharon Grimes.

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Morgan Jane Miller

Morgan Jane Miller, Down to the Sea #30, photograph
Morgan Jane Miller, Down to the Sea #30, photograph, sizes vary

“Morgan Jane Miller Creates Serene Photographs of The Sea That Speak to Our Soul”

Morgan creates serene photographs that satiate our deep longing for a peaceful and harmonious unity with the universal consciousness. Her images transport us to a dream state where we are immediately renewed and revitalized. We marvel at how sunlight delicately caresses the water and feel embraced by the belief that we may envision an infinite realm of bliss, hope and possibility.

Susan Jarecky

Bishop Creek, oil on canvas
Bishop Creek, oil on panel, 12″ x 16″

“Susan Jarecky Creates Luminous, Awe-Inspiring Paintings of Nature”

Susan’s luminous, awe-inspiring paintings share her reverence for the wondrous natural world. She extols the many sublime virtues of the American West. Her spiritually uplifting paintings may be defined as visual poetry. She captures reflected colors of water ripples, transient effects of light, and tactile surface patterns that exude feelings of enlightenment, harmony and balance.

Mitchell Rodbell

Bay of Sitka, acrylic on canvas, 36” x 36” by Mitchell Rodbell
Bay of Sitka, acrylic on canvas, 36” x 36”’

“Mitchell Rodbell Creates Vibrant Nature-Inspired Paintings that Evoke Joie de Vivre”

Mitchell uses his masterful proficiency to capture the palpable experience of being present in the outdoors. His versatile portfolio offers a plethora of awe-inspiring subjects including serene landscapes and seascapes viewed from distant shores. “Bay of Sitka”, painted in tranquil shades of blues and greens, with gestural brushstrokes, was inspired by the mountains of Alaska.

Sandy Iseli

Marshland, acrylic on canvas, 39” x 39” by Sandy Iseli
Marshland, acrylic on canvas, 39” x 39”

“Sandy Iseli Creates Serene and Blissful Nature-Inspired Paintings”

Sandy creates resplendent paintings that convey her spiritual connection and reverence for the natural world. She illuminates the quintessence of all seasons with poetic splendor. Her clear vibrant colors depict our environment in its idealized, purist form which also enhance her paintings a sense of the sublime. Crystal blue waters delight our senses and transport us to states of bliss and serenity.

Nicole Cromwell

Within Reach, acrylic on linen panel, 20” x16”
Within Reach, acrylic on linen panel, 20” x 16”

“Nicole Cromwell Creates Transcendent and Tranquil Nature-Inspired Paintings”

Nicole composes meditative visual environments that invite us into blissful realms of serenity and quietude. As as we gaze into awe-inspiring, far-reaching vistas, ethereal spacious skies, translucent sun-kissed water, and tactile land masses our imagination is immediately stimulated and our innermost yearnings are awakened and nurtured. The miraculous beauty of our universe permeates throughout her portfolio.

Akshita Lad

Spring's Renewal, acrylic and soft pastels on linen, 39.37” x 39.37”, (100 x 100 cm)
Spring’s Renewal, acrylic and soft pastels on linen, 39.37” x 39.37”

“Akshita Lad Creates Poetic and Peaceful “Soft Impression” Landscape Paintings”

Akshita’s “Soft Impression” series is an expression of rebirth and renewal and the myriad transitions that occur throughout the seasons and in our lives. The trees above the horizon line and their reflections below provide a vision of universal balance and unity. When viewing her art we immediately enter a calm, idyllic world where we are compelled to stop, breathe, meditate, and restore.

Alison Thomas

Yellowstone Canyon Grouping by Alison Thomas
Yellowstone Canyon Grouping”: “Edge Tree”, “Artist Point”, and “Canyon Trees”, digitally modified photographs, different sizes are available.

“Alison Thomas Creates Resplendent Nature-Inspired “Serenity Scenes”

Alison creates painterly photographs that are imbued with luminosity, dramatic spatial depth, and gentle fluidity. She lifts us into the magical splendor of the natural world. These exhilarating photographs in the “Yellowstone Canyon Grouping” capture the feeling of physically climbing the mountainous terrain or viewing the land and waterfall from an airborne position.

Dr. Michael Durst

Grace at the Table, Acrylic on Canvas, 23.4" by 33.1"
Grace at the Table, acrylic on canvas, 23.4″ x 33.1″

“Dr. Michael Durst is A Colorful Messenger of Elation and Healing”

Michael is a color virtuoso who uses a highly versatile palette reveals his acute sensitivity to the importance of color balance. His carefully composed canvasses exude a chromatic and tonal harmony and convey a natural fluid rhythm.  “Grace at the Table” is one of his impenetrable heartfelt paintings that captures the exquisite, colorful reflections of the boats in the water. It resonates with profound spiritual energy.

Sharon Grimes

Memories of Long Ago, oil, created on a 2'' cradled birch panel with black edges and gloss finish, 36” x 36”
Memories of Long Ago, oil, created on a 2” cradled birch panel with black edges and gloss finish, 36” x 36”

“Sharon Grimes Creates Gorgeous Abstract Expressionist Paintings”

Sharon possesses many admirable and versatile creative talents. She is propelled by spontaneity and intuition that guide her with effortless ingenuity. Throughout her portfolio we observe symbolic semblances from nature’s glorious bounty, the world beyond us, and human forms. The animated elements coalesce in contrast and harmony that delight our senses — both visually and metaphysically.


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