It is an honor to have been asked by Romeo Varga to write an Art Review about his series “The Mystics of Montenegro”. He is an extraordinary contemporary artist who creates art with skillful Old Master art techniques using a digital artistic process. Romeo Varga is a European-Australian artist who has created an awe-inspiring series titled “The Mystics of Montenegro”. In … [Read more...]
Artists Featured in Art Reviews
I hope you enjoy this series of Artists Featured in Art Reviews launched by a desire to introduce you to more superior artists who create positive, inspirational, healing art. They share our belief that art has the potential to serve as a catalyst for positive change for individuals, society and the environment. If you're an artist you may Apply to Receive an Art Review. As … [Read more...]
Corina Ioana Creates Bold, Vibrant and Empowering Artwork
Corina Ioana is a contemporary artist who was born in Transylvania, Romania and currently lives in California. Endowed with fearless bravado and versatility she conveys a vision of the miraculous natural world and human aspirations and their interconnections. She combines her emotive use of color and multi-faceted skills in photography and digital art that include drawing and … [Read more...]
Call For Artists “The Healing Power of Elements: Earth, Water, Air, and Fire”
Many Thanks to All Artists Who Submitted Entries Deadline for Entries: August 17, 2023 (The entry form was removed August 18 at 9:00 AM New York time) "The Healing Power of Elements" exhibition will present art that is positive and uplifting inspired by one or more elements -- Earth, Water, Air and Fire. The exhibition will convey a broad range of interpretations of the … [Read more...]
The Healing Power of Color 2023 Exhibition
"The Healing Power of Color" exhibition featured 89 artists May 8 - July 8, 2023. The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS is a global community of artists, advocates, and writers dedicated to raising awareness about how art serves as a positive catalyst for enhancing the well-being of individuals, society and the environment. We promote artists and provide links to their … [Read more...]
Steevie Jane Parks Unites the Healing Dynamics of Colors and Forms
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...]
Artist Members Share Proud Achievements of 2023
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. Artists are arranged in the order in which we received their submissions. Please visit the artists' pages to see more of their artwork and read about their many … [Read more...]
What Is Art Therapy?
The first use of art as a therapeutic discipline was developed in the 1940′s in both the U.S. and Europe. During World War I, Red Cross volunteers and occupational therapists worked with soldiers to treat PTSD. In England, Adrian Keith Graham Hill, an artist, author, art therapist, educator and broadcaster, was the first person to refer to the therapeutic applications of art … [Read more...]
Artists Make Earth Day An Everyday Experience
For many artists paying respect to Mother Earth and honoring Nature is their passion and major source of creative inspiration 365 days a day. It's not simply an occasional idea they think about on Earth Day, April 22. We are proud to offer a forum on The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS where we can share their art in nature related exhibitions, numerous articles, and … [Read more...]
About the Call for Artists “The Healing Power of Color” 2023 Exhibition
The purpose of "The Healing Power of Color" 2023 Exhibition: To share art by artists who use color with the intention to evoke a positive impact and foster feelings of well-being. Our goal is to accelerate the artists' recognition by presenting their art, statements and links to their websites. View Some of the Art from the Exhibition Exhibition Dates: May 8 - July 8, … [Read more...]
“The Healing Power of ART Inspired by NATURE” Exhibition 2023
View Some of the Art from "The Healing Power of ART Inspired by NATURE" presented January 1 - March 1, 2023 We believe that Art is an inspirational and powerful catalyst for healing individuals, society and the environment. “The Healing Power of ART Inspired by NATURE” online exhibition, January 1 - March 1, 2023 featured 96 artists, curated by Renee Phillips, Founder … [Read more...]
Eco-Artist Natalie Oliphant Transforms Recycled Materials Into Life-Affirming Sculptures
Natalie Oliphant is an important eco-artist who lives in Canada. She has an extraordinary talent for transforming body forms and mannequins and other discarded items into new life-affirming sculptures. Destined for obscurity in landfills that harm our environment found objects become mixed media works of art that resonate with symbolic and metaphorical references. They will … [Read more...]
Shirley Wallitsch Creates Paintings With A Vibrant Colorful Medley
One of the most satisfying experiences as a writer is to be approached by artists who create uplifting works of art and wish to have me write an Art Review for them. Shirley Wallitsch is an artist from New Jersey who creates joyful oil paintings. She requested I write about her art for her to use for her website and promotional use. I was more than happy to accommodate her. … [Read more...]
Honor, Remembrance, Gratitude and Hope for Peace Expressed in Art
An Artful Tribute This was published in 2022 and was updated in May, 2023 Every day we need to honor those individuals who served in the Armed Forces and we should pay a tribute to the many heroes who have generously and willingly sacrificed their lives to protect our freedom and bear the tremendous stress of war and conflict. This art presentation with messages of … [Read more...]
Expressions of Gratitude With Art and Artists
Thanksgiving Day may be an annual celebration; however, for many of us, being thankful and expressing gratitude is a daily ritual. My favorite quote serves as a reminder of role models and aspects of people who I am grateful for and how I wish to inspire others. It is my mission every day and one of my communication goals in every piece of art I create. “Be the reason … [Read more...]
Gwen Roberts Received A Special Recognition Art Award
Gwen Roberts received a Special Recognition Art Award in "The Healing Power of ART: Resilience" 2022 Exhibition for her exceptional ability to impact the viewer on a visceral level. She is a master in the use of pencil and her painstaking, detailed process is captivating and rare to find today in our digital age. Her technical proficiency is matched by her profound sensitivity … [Read more...]
Nathalie Foisy, Elynne Rosenfeld and Aaron Santos Boyd-Rochman Receive Special Recognition Art Awards
Nathalie Foisy, Elynne Rosenfeld and Aaron Santos Boyd-Rochman have been selected to receive Special Recognition Art Awards from “The Healing Power of ART: Resilience 2022” exhibition. As the curator of the exhibition, I was immediately impressed by the artists' use of innovation and talent to create multi-faceted art that is beautiful and engaging and also profoundly … [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...]