Spotlight on Local Art
Local art in healthcare and senior living environments fosters a sense of community. The familiar details offer comfort to patients and residents, which can aid healing by evoking positive emotions and serve as conversation starters to promote social interaction and cognitive engagement.
At Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, local artist Jeff Kapfer was commissioned to create an original painting in his bold abstract style.
The themed artwork on this floor at St. Louis Children's Hospital was inspired by the one-of-a-kind paintings created by animals at the Saint Louis Zoo.
Regional artist Janice Schoultz-Mudd was commissioned to create a unique art piece of the Lake of the Ozarks for an elevator lobby at a St. Louis Hospital.
Vibrant artwork by local artist Cbabi Bayoc uplifts patients and families by adding color and symbolism to this healthcare environment.
The locally-themed artwork program at St. Louis Children's Hospital includes vibrantly painted oars by local artist Alicia LaChance.
At Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, a hand-carved sculpture by local Missouri artist Michael Bauermeister connects patients and visitors to the local area.
