Healing Art

Art of Healing

My father-in-law is still in hospital, recovering from colon cancer surgery. It's been a week since he was admitted. Fortunately, we managed to get a private single-bed room. When I first saw it, I was struck by how much care had gone into making the room look pleasant and comfortable. Not only was the color scheme pleasing to the eye, but soothing framed art on the walls helped made the environment more cheery and also homely. The total effect was calming and relaxing.

When I wandered around the public areas of the hospital, such as the corridors and the lobbies, I noticed that art was an integral part of the hospital's interior decoration. Framed art of comforting, positive scenes, mainly pastoral as well of smiling people, were scattered liberally on the walls.

It is good to know that some quarters of modern medicine recognise the healing power of art. Fine arts, including music and dance, speak to our souls. When selecting art for your home or office, be discerning. Avoid images which are disturbibg or negative. We get enough of that in real life. Always choose fine art works with positive messages which will inspire and lift your spirit.

Art is both therapeutic and healing. Use it wisely to enhance your home and other living spaces.

Carol
Cherish Collectibles
Home of Fine Art, Collectibles & Gifts by Award-winning American artist Edna Hibel