With the preponderance of evidence showing the positive impact of the fine arts on people, it is baffling to me that our society does not invest more in creative institutions.

Art can have a strong, positive impact on an individual’s quality of life. A national study of 25,000 middle and high school students showed that students involved in the fine arts scored much better on standardized tests than their peers. Additionally, art-educated students watch less TV, are better problem solvers, are more innovative, and are less likely to be bored in school.

At the other end of the spectrum, gerontologists and psychologists are doing groundbreaking research into how participation in arts activities (including passive participation) improves cognitive function, memory, self-esteem, and the well-being of aging adults. Results indicate that listening to music or playing an instrument reduces behavioral symptoms associated with dementia. Stress, aggression, agitation, and apathy improve when seniors listen to music, sing, or dance.

Hayes Advocacy for the Vegas Arts is working to provide opportunities for you to engage in the arts. Your donations help us host exhibitions and present amazing seminars and engaging events.

Colossal Head of Amenhotep III, British Museum, London England

Has Culture Come to a Standstill?

A recent editorial in the New York Times opined that Culture has come to a standstill.

“We are now almost a quarter of the way through what looks likely to go down in history as the least innovative, least transformative, least pioneering century for culture since the invention of the printing press."

As long as there are ways to view art, play instruments, take classes, educate our youth, engage our elders, and become involved with creative mediums, HAVarts will work to optimize these opportunities.

Learn more, discover ways to revitalize arts, and read the original articles at havarts.org/2023/has-culture-come-to-a-standstill.

Abstract street art captured by Stefan Schweihofer/Pixabay.com

Ten Commandments of Art

By Dr. Venetta Whitaker

Art has profound healing and therapeutic powers. I believe that we all are artists whether or not we choose to express our God – given creative powers to draw paint, play, garden, write, creative poetry, dance, or sing.

Art is a corrective event that presents us with the opportunity to repair the traumas of past experience, develop new relationships with our inner selves and community in ways that go beyond the limits of words.

Discover the Ten Commandments of Art at
havarts.org/2023/the-ten-commandments-of-art.

Paintings by Venetta Whitaker from the book "Tinted Ravens"

Tinted Ravens

A book of paintings by Dr. Venetta Whitaker.

As an African American woman, Dr. Venetta Whitaker subscribes to the belief that people endeavor to be acknowledged. No single group can claim ownership of beauty or universal truth. A number of images in Tinted Ravens focus attention on women and people of color. Whitaker's work gives prominence to people worldwide of different lifestyles with whom she has shared moments of tenderness, laughter, tears, and hope.

Learn more at havarts.org/2023/tinted-ravens.
Purchase Tinted Ravens at www.xlibris.com.

Come and discover the awe-inspiring world of art with us!

Richard Mayhew, Oil on Canvas, 24" x 18"

Works by Richard Mayhew for Sale at Auction

DuMouchelles' November 2023 Auction takes place Friday, November 17, 2023 beginning at 11 a.m. EST

DuMouchelles, located in the center of downtown Detroit, offers unique, distinct, and high-quality pieces. They offer high-quality, unique, and distinctive pieces to a global audience of bidders.

View the works available at live.dumoart.com.

Support the National Endowment for the Arts

Please contact your US representative to let them know that you do not want any cuts to arts funding.

Call your representative now! Let Congress Know You Support Full Funding for the NEA by signing the petition at www.artsactionfund.org.

The List Events Calendar

TheList.Vegas is a Las Vegas events calendar created by locals, curated for locals.

With an emphasis on our vibrant local arts, culture, and entertainment scene, The List aims to be easy to read and simple to use. The List includes everything from classical concerts to food festivals to art shows to poetry readings.

View Art Events at thelist.vegas/events/category/art/
Festivals are listed at thelist.vegas/events/category/festival/

TheList.Vegas operates out of Downtown Las Vegas and is published by Andrew Kiraly, a native Las Vegan and longtime Southern Nevada journalist.

A Soulful Christmas with ANE and Friends

Sunday, December 10, beginning at 7 p.m.

Save the date for this heartwarming evening of music, joy, and celebration. Ane and a talented lineup of friends will serenade you with soulful renditions of your favorite Christmas classics, spreading love, warmth, and holiday cheer.

This event takes place at 450 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas, NV. Purchase tickets at www.anesings.com.

Hayes Advocacy for the Vegas Arts is working to provide opportunities for you to engage in the arts. Your donation helps us provide amazing seminars, impressive exhibitions, and engaging events.

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Your gifts are tax deductible as allowed by law.