Art with a Heart in Healthcare
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Patient Exhibitions
Each year, Art with a Heart in Healthcare showcases artwork by Wolfson Children's Hospital patients in an exhibition. The collection debuts at the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, then travels to locations around Jacksonville, including libraries, university galleries, and the airport, before being permanently installed in healthcare facilities such as Wolfson Children's, Nemours Children's Clinic, and One Call.
“I never had anything I have made in a frame or hung in an art show before. I am so happy that people will see my artwork.”
-Asima, Age 8
The Power Within (2024)
*On display now at FSCJ North Campus*
"The Power Within" highlights inner strengths like compassion, creativity, and courage as true superpowers. Guided by AWAHIH Artists-in-Residence, young patients created superhero versions of themselves, showcasing their unique qualities beyond their diagnosis.
The exhibition also emphasized art's healing power and provided a platform for these young artists to share their work with the community. Displayed at MOCA Jacksonville, their artwork turned medical struggles into a source of positivity to inspire and create change. "The Power Within" celebrates their resilience and creativity, leaving a lasting legacy.
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Daydreamers (2023)
*On display at Wolfson Children's Hospital*
Imagining themselves in a myriad of ways, from majestic creatures to mighty warriors, twenty Wolfson Children’s Hospital patients answered the question: Where does your mind wander when you daydream?
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What Lifts You Up (2022)
*On display on 1st floor of One Call building across from Wolfson*
What helps you feel happy when you are having a bad day or going through a difficult time? In other words, “What lifts you up?” This is the question Art with a Heart in Healthcare presented to sixteen pediatric patients of Wolfson Children’s Hospital. In response, the participating patients painted hot air balloons containing everything that brings them joy and helps them get through difficult circumstances like hospitalization. The project spotlights patients' individuality and unique artistic styles while promoting a sense of well-being, self-confidence, and healing during their hospital experience.
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