Steevie Jane Parks creates awe-inspiring, multi-layered abstract paintings. She is highly proficient in applying the dynamics of color theory and integrates a range of hues with organic and curvilinear elements. Her art combines her many artistic skills with intuition and engages viewers visually and viscerally. The artist’s background in Clinical Psychology contributes to … [Read more...]
Special Recognition Award Winners in “The Healing Power of Color” Exhibition
Artists Who Bring Positive Change To The World The artists featured in this presentation were selected for "The Healing Power of Color" exhibition and also received "Special Recognition Art Awards" for combining their artistic excellence with their spirit of generosity. The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS initiative believes in the importance of recognizing artists who are … [Read more...]
Interview with Agnes Jorgensen and Andre Chatelain, Artists and Founders of Painting A New World
"We are artists helping artists, painting a new world, one brushstroke at a time." Agnes Jorgensen and Andre Chatelain are extraordinary artists who have received many accolades for their masterful paintings in realism. They are award-winning members of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS. The dynamic married couple share a deeply felt humanitarian spirit, a passion for … [Read more...]
Interview with Debbie Crouch, Founder of Creative Wellness Journey
It is an honor to present this interview with Debbie Crouch, Founder of Creative Wellness Journey. Debbie's generous humanistic contributions and tireless commitment to help others are admirable. We are delighted to add her to our community and our ongoing series of "World Changers". Creative Wellness Journey CIC, creativewellnessjourney.co.uk, is a non-profit organization … [Read more...]
Interview With Elaine Poggi, Founder of The Foundation for Photo/Art in Hospitals
Elaine Poggi is a photographer and founder of the Foundation for Photo/Art in Hospitals and one of our "World Changers". The Foundation for Photo/Art in Hospitals, Inc., was incorporated as a non-profit organization in the United States in November 2002. The unique mission of the Foundation is “to place large, framed photographs of nature and beautiful places from around the … [Read more...]
Artists from The Spirit of Resilience Exhibition Who Are World Changers
During the curatorial process for The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS "The Spirit of Resilience" online exhibition we discovered a few of the artists selected for the exhibition who also generously devote their time to helping others. You will meet them in this article "Artists from The Spirit of Resilience Exhibition Who Are World Changers". We share their winning art, … [Read more...]
Artists Transformed Cardboard Into Hope and Healing in the “Together While Apart Project”
By Deane V. Bowers Deane V. Bowers, deanevbowersart.com, is a self-described self-taught artist who lives in Seabrook Island, South Carolina. She is driven by a desire, "to be a responsible Environmental Steward in every aspect of my life. As an artist, whenever possible I always use reclaimed, recycled, repurposed and Eco Friendly materials." Her purpose is to create art … [Read more...]
Karen Johnston Artist and Founder of The H.O.P.E. Ministry
A Community that Supports and Shares The Healing Journey Please note: In 2022 we learned the H.O.P.E. Ministry has been on hold due to COVID. We will provide updates when they come available. Karen Johnston, studiokarenjohnston.com, is an extraordinary intuitive, abstract painter and instructor living in Nashville, Tennessee. The powerful healing nature of her artwork is … [Read more...]
Photographic Art in Hospitals Aids The Healing Process
Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing who lived in the 19th century, proclaimed: "Variety of form and brilliancy of color in the object presented to patients are an actual means of recovery.” Today, many experts agree that patients who have art in their environment heal faster. And, scientific evidence shows certain types of art, such as nature images, can … [Read more...]
How Artists Help Victims of Disasters
If you're feeling powerless when disasters strike around the world or in your own backyard and want to help, we share your frustration. This article offers ways in which you can make a difference. As part of our mission, The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS communicates how artists help victims of disasters. Whether the efforts help individuals, society and/or the planet, … [Read more...]
Artist J T Hall Helps Fellow Burn Victims Heal Through Art
Joel Thomas Hall ( JT Hall), joelthomashall.com, is an artist who lives in Fort Worth, Texas. Art has been his passion since he was a child. He recalls, "My wonderfully talented Mom would take me to art lessons and allow me to participate with her as a student." He and his mother continued to attend art lessons together, competing in local competitions and winning awards. He … [Read more...]
Artist Amy Kerr: Founder of “I Am More”
Raising Awareness and Hope for Individuals Living with Mental and Physical Challenges Amy Kerr is a remarkable pastel portrait painter who has developed her talent for portraying the unique essence of her subjects enveloped in a soft and gentle atmosphere. Her art reflects the inherent poetic beauty of the human spirit. The artist lives in Gloucester, Massachusetts. I … [Read more...]
Sherif Hakeem’s Mission to Save Wildlife through “Fine Art for Awareness”
Sherif Hakeem is a Los Angeles based fine art wildlife portraitist who works in charcoal. His art was recently accepted into the prestigious Society of Animal Artists and in an art exhibition at Art 4 Apes gallery, a Florida Not For Profit Corporation. His work has also appeared on well-known websites including ArtsyShark.com. As the curator of the “Our Bond With Nature” … [Read more...]
Kids & Art Foundation Provides Free Workshops for Children
By Caroline Robbins Caroline Robins organizes special projects for Kids & Art. She also serves as workshop manager at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. She has worked in children’s art education for many years and has witnessed first hand the healing power of art. Caroline is also a member of San Francisco Women Artists and earned her BA (Honors) at Chelsea School of Art … [Read more...]
Shelter to Shelter Aids Survivors Through Traveling Postcards
By Caroline Lovell Two artists, a van full of art supplies and the initiative to support gender equality through art. Each year the Women’s Wisdom Initiative’s program Shelter to Shelter spends 2-5 weeks traveling to isolated communities, shelters and aid organizations. Shelter to Shelter is an opportunity to raise awareness about the pervasive consequences of gender-based … [Read more...]
My Experience With Digital Art in Pain and Illness Management
By Dr. Shanali Perera MBBS, MRCP Editor's note: A few days ago Dr. Shanali Perera shanaliperera.wixsite.com/digitalart from the U.K. sent me an email and expressed her interest in sharing her story with The Healing Power of ART community. It's a pleasure to present her article "My Experience With Digital Art in Pain and Illness Management". Dr. Perera's message is personal and … [Read more...]
Women’s Wisdom Initiative Empowers Women Through Creative Action
Caroline Lovell is an artist who founded the Women's Wisdom Initiative (WWI) in 2013. WWI is a San Francisco Bay Area nonprofit whose mission is to empower women to overcome gender based oppression through creative action. We have chosen her as one of our leading world changers. Art As a Tool for Personal Growth and Community Awareness By Caroline Lovell It was through … [Read more...]
Happy Giving Tuesday! You Can Contribute to Bring Positive Change
In a previous article "Giving Tuesday Is An Inspirational Global Movement" I presented the history of the movement and offered some suggestions about organizations that are contributing to promote positive change around the world. Today, I offer "Happy Giving Tuesday! You Can Contribute to Bring Positive Change". In this post, learn about the Global Fund For Women and Youth … [Read more...]