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America is one of the few developed countries that treats fine art as something to be indulged in by the rich, and/or as folly. Entrance fees to museums continue to increase while public school programs for arts are reduced. How can art lovers engage in the arts if they don’t have access or exposure?
Educators and mental health professionals know and extol the value and healing properties of art. Viewing art stimulates the brain in long-lasting ways. The benefits of viewing or creating art last a lifetime.
The Telegraph, (a UK publication) states that “looking at a gorgeous painting, sculpture, or other artwork increases blood flow to the brain by as much as 10% — the equivalent of looking at someone you love.”
Some school systems have added art to educational objectives, but it will take generations to fully integrate this change into strained systems/curriculums. In the short term, HAVarts wants to help fill the void.
We are eternally grateful for your monetary gift which will allow HAVarts to fulfill its mission.