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Enjoy this Spectacular New Video on the Manhattan Arts International YouTube Channel titled "The Healing Power of Art: Love, Peace, Unity & Hope Exhibition".
https://buff.ly/47TBAPi
More than 20 Contemporary Artists and several Master Artists are in the video including Elliot Appel, Gail Bach,
Deborah Ann Baker.
Artist, Illustrator, Sandra Belitza-Vazquez, Dr Michael Durst, Patrick Fleming, Nanette Fluhr, Lisa Altshuler Freidus, Sharon Grimes, Diane Fleisch Hughes, Fadia Jawdat, Karen Johnston, Agnes Jorgensen, Gina Klawitter, Joan Metcalf, Moriah Mylod, Pamela Nigro, Denisa Prochazka, Atousa Raissyan, Andrea Robinson, Bren Sibilsky, Lynn Sposito, Frantisek-Strouhal, Peter N. Van Giesen, whose art is shown here, Mark Weller and Sandra Duran Wilson. Plus, Chagall, Monet, Cassatt, Miro and some other Master Artists. https://buff.ly/47TBAPi

I am truly amazed by the show! It is an honor for me to be a part of this wonderful exhibition, alongside such talented individuals and experienced artists. The main reason I decided to participate in this show is because of the Healing Power of Art and Artists, and your dedication to creating a platform that promotes positivity. Your efforts have deeply touched me, and I immediately felt a strong connection and desire to be involved in this movement. As I admire everyone's breathtaking artwork, I am overwhelmed with love and appreciation. Congratulations to all! I am sincerely grateful for this opportunity.
The Healing Power of Art: Love, Peace, Unity & Hope 2023 Exhibition is an initiative of Manhattan Arts International, NYC, NY. It was established in 2015 to promote outstanding artists who share our belief that art serves as a catalyst for healing individuals, society and the environment.
Serenity, acrylic on canvas, 14″ x 16″
I create intuitive art that...

Yelm Fills New Commission Focused on the Arts

Arts Commissioner Steve Craig had a mural painted on the Wolf building prior to his time on the commission.
DANIEL WARN / DAN@YELMONLINE.COM
Posted Tuesday, July 27, 2021 2:49 pm
By Daniel Warn / dan@yelmonline.com

The city of Yelm approved its new arts commissioners at a recent council meeting, a milestone that has been a long time coming, according to Arts Commissioner Steve Craig.
The arts commission is now staffed, although a firm date for its first meeting has not yet been decided.
Craig, Rob Corl, Heidi Haslinger-Corl, Deborah Baker and Jane Walker were the commissioners appointed to fulfill the ordinance.
“Personally, I’m pretty excited about … the arts commission, because the potential for the arts in this community is quite high,” Craig said. “There’s a lot of talent here, whether you are talking about theater, or sculpture, or painting or dance, you name it. In the artistic realm,...

Twenty-four artists have contributed favorite artworks to create a diverse and engaging showcase. Click on each artist’s name to visit their website.

Deborah Ann Baker, Acrylic Fine Art Artist

I give my paintings a majestic grandeur inspired by lingering on interior moments, and bring them to life with soft gestures and brilliant acrylic color.