November 2011 Issue

  • Transforming the Healthcare Experience through the Arts
  • Key Benefits of Inclusion of the Arts in Healthcare
  • Art and Conventional Psychotherapy

Dear Reader,

Artwork evokes emotions in viewers that vary dramatically with their interests and attitude, as well as the intentions of the artist. With this knowledge, our designers are diligent in selecting artwork that reflects the well being of the viewer, whether it is in a home, healthcare center, or public space. We hope that you will benefit from the perspectives on this topic outlined in this article.

Sharon and the CURRIER Design Team

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A Note From the Designer: “The transformative attributes of art have been long used to evoke certain moods or reactions in viewers. Can art assist traditional methods of healing? A landscape painting in effect can transport a person to a different location other than in, say, a doctor's office. But can the arts really help ease your ailments? Whether it's the wisdom of ancient healing practices or the calming effects of color, art can promote mental well-being. With many undesirable side effects present in traditional medications, why not view and use art as a healing power?”    Kris Naumann, Project Designer

Cornerstone Family Practice, Rowley, MA –designed by Currier


Transforming the Healthcare Experience
through the Arts

Billions of dollars is spent on healthcare construction throughout the course of a decade, a portion of which goes to artwork. Does such an investment in art reap measurable and accountable benefits to a healthcare center?


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Key Benefits of Inclusion of the Arts in Healthcare

Arts in healthcare is a diverse, multidisciplinary field dedicated to transforming the healthcare experience by connecting people with the power of the arts at key moments in their lives. This rapidly growing field integrates the arts, including literary, performing, and visual arts and design, into a wide variety of healthcare and community settings for therapeutic, educational, and expressive purposes

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Art and Conventional Psychotherapy

Art therapy is a proven form of treatment in the healthcare world. Art therapy is a form of expression that strives to aid the emotional state of those that have suffered mental trauma and emotional abuse.

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