Art With Heart - Assisting the Work of Wellness

About the Book

 Are the images on the wall in a hospital room, doctor’s office or rehab center important to the wellbeing of a patient? Undoubtedly, yes. This book explores the opportunity for assisting healing through the utilization of art. Art with Heart: Assisting the Work of Wellness is at once a companion piece to the viewing of artwork in transitional spaces and a how-to guide for the choosing of such art. Within its pages are the tools and inspirations for you to become a champion of art and healing. Enjoy the sample images and make art happen in transitional spaces. Assist in the Work of Wellness.

About the Author

Dr. Ruth Cohen resides in New York City where she enjoys art of all kinds, music, and is active in social justice causes. The writing of this book reflects the realization and thought that art could have a healing effect on a viewer. During the time of service on the art committee of a New York City hospital, Ruth was invited to present an art-in-room program. Gratified by her work on the that project inspired her to conduct research on art and healing. That research became her PhD dissertation and ultimately this book.