State of the Art Presence, August 2015 – by Hannah West
Express Yourself!—Creative self-expression is a part of life most of us treasure, whether it’s drawing, cooking, or gardening, or attending dance classes, plays or concerts. Most people enjoy doing creative things because it provides opportunities […]
State of the Art Presence, July 2015 – by Hannah West
Art Helps Children Learn and Their Brains Develop–—Art has been associated with expanding the intellect since the time of Plato, but the benefits of art on the brain can now be measured scientifically. Recent studies […]
State of the Art Presence, June 2015 – by Hannah West
Art Brings Hope—Studies show art therapy helps give back to Alzheimer’s patients what the disease has taken away. Creating and appreciating art stimulates the senses, creates new pathways to “lost” memories, and encourages conversation. Alzheimer’s […]
State of the Art Presence, May 2015 – by Hannah West
Americans for the Arts (www.americansforthearts.org) Ten Reasons to Support the Arts Reason #1: “Arts promote true prosperity. The arts are fundamental to our humanity. They ennoble and inspire us—fostering creativity, goodness, […]
State of the Art Presence, April 2015 – by Hannah West
Americans for the Arts (www.americansforthearts.org) Ten Reasons to Support the Arts Reason #2: “Arts improve academic performance. Students with an education rich in the arts have higher GPAs and standardized test […]
“Impressions” – by Hannah West
State of the Art Presence Art Center – March 2015
Americans for the Arts (www.americansforthearts.org) Ten Reasons to Support the Arts Reason #3: “Arts strengthen the economy. In 2014, the U.S. Bureau […]
“Naked Art” Exhibit Continues – by Hannah West
State of the Art Presence Art Center – February 2015
Americans for the Arts (www.americansforthearts.org) Ten Reasons to Support the Arts Reason #4: “Arts are good for local merchants. Attendees at nonprofit […]
“Small Treasures” Exhibit Continues – by Hannah West
State of the Art Presence Art Center – December 2014/January 2015
Americans for the Arts (www.americansforthearts.org) Ten Reasons to Support the Arts, Reason #5: “Arts drive tourism. Arts travelers are ideal tourists, staying longer and spending […]
“Small Treasures” Make for a Big Show
State of the Art Presence Art Center – November 2014
Americans for the Arts (www.americansforthearts.org) Ten Reasons to Support the Arts, Reason #6: “Arts are an export industry: U.S. exports of arts goods (e.g., movies, paintings, […]
Dia de los Muertos Show at Art Presence – by Hannah West
State of the Art Presence Art Center – October 2014
Americans for the Arts (www.americansforthearts.org) Ten Reasons to Support the Arts—Reason #7: “Arts spark creativity and innovation: The Conference Board reports that […]