Julie Gordon, California USA (P663)

Enjoy this beautiful underwater photo taken by Julie Gordon, our new Contributing Photographer!

Julie comments, “During a hospital stay of my own, I found myself soothed by a single photograph on the wall. It reminded me how powerful imagery can be when someone is navigating uncertainty. As an underwater photographer, I’ve always felt that the ocean holds a kind of quiet medicine for the body and soul and I enjoy sharing this world with others.  Connecting with Elaine and being invited to contribute was an unexpected gift.  I’m honored to have my work included in a mission that bring calm and source of comfort to people and places that truly matter.”

Rick Beldegreen, Alaska USA (P660)

Welcome to our new Contributing Photographer, Rick Beldegreen!

Rick comments, “I am a retired veterinarian and lifelong wildlife photographer. I am fortunate to be able to travel extensively to such exotic places as The Arctic, Antarctica, Africa and more. Wildlife photography is a serious hobby for me but I most enjoy bringing nature home to those unable to view it firsthand. I have long been aware of the positive mental and physical health benefits achieved simply by viewing images of nature; lower blood pressure and heart rate, decreased anxiety among others. My images decorate the walls of many veterinary hospitals and I had been looking for a way to send them to human hospitals as well. After an online search I found Healing Photo Art in Hospitals. What an amazing concept. I am proud to now be a part of such a worthy organization.”

Sadie Scott, Austria (P654)

Enjoy this lovely photo of Sadie Scott, our new Contributing Photographer!

Sadie comments, “Hello! My name is Sadie, and I’m volunteering at Healing Photo Art during my semester abroad. I think the foundation’s mission of fostering peace and community in hospitals is incredibly noble and inspiring. It’s refreshing to see people coming together to try and make someone else’s day just a little bit better. I’m so grateful to have been given this opportunity and I hope that my photography helps to ease someone’s fear or anger.”

Nicole Kravets, New York USA (P657)

Welcome to our new Contributing Photographer, Nicole Kravets!

Nicole comments, “As soon as I heard about Healing Photo Art, I was excited to get involved and contribute my work to the cause. As a wildlife photographer, I spend most of my time photographing creatures on trails around the world. I am more than happy to share my work to support Healing Photo Art in bringing happiness to the world! Once I reached out, the process of submitting my work was super easy and efficient, I will definitely be back with new photos soon!”

Ava Lawson, Minnesota USA (P653)

Enjoy this colorful photo of an ice castle wall from the St. Paul Minnesota Ice Castles by our new Contributing Photographer, Ava Lawson!

Ava comments, “I have recently started interning with the foundation, and I was given the opportunity to become a contributing photographer. I am excited by this opportunity because I resonate with the foundation’s mission. I am also passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in the community. I enjoy taking pictures of everything, especially nature! So being able to share one of my photos to help others means a lot. It’s been a great experience working with Elaine.”

Dawit Gebremaryam, Minnesota USA (P656)

Welcome to our new Contributing Photographer, Dawit Gebremaryam!

Dawit comments, “I found out about HealingPhotoArt from a friend who was interning with them. I think it’s a wholesome cause, and that the service they provide is uplifting for patients and hospitals. I hope my photo can serve that mission in some way. Thanks for including my submission!”

Kristin M. Krumm, New Jersey USA (P655)

Many thanks to Kristin M. Krumm, our new Contributing Photographer!

Kristin comments, “I came across this non profit in a recent search related to healing practices and photography. I am an Occupational Therapist and Reiki Master who, also, is a photography enthusiast. The mission of the Healing Photo Art’s Foundation resonates deep with my heart, both professionally and personally. Providing a beautiful visual is just one way we can help others to take a moment to breathe and rest. I’m grateful to be able to contribute one of my photos to this project. Elaine has been a pleasure to correspond with during submittal. I look forward to sharing the work of the foundation and submitting more photos, when needed.”

Student volunteers who donated their photos to Healing Photo Art

Ashlyn Hanson, Amsterdam, Holland (P648)

Many thanks to Ashlyn Hanson, our new Contributing Photographer!

Ashlyn comments, “Hi! My name is Ashlyn Hanson, and I discovered Healing Photo Art recently during my time abroad studying in Florence, Italy. I have loved being able to volunteer with this organization, as well as become a contributing photographer. I am happy to be able to contribute to such an amazing cause that provides comfort to patients and puts a smile on people’s faces in hospitals across the world! While volunteering, I have seen how much care, effort, and attention Elaine puts into her work, and this foundation, and I am so excited I get to be a part of something so special. As I continue to study here in Florence, I hope to contribute more time and my photos to Healing Photo Art, as it is a philanthropic cause I greatly admire.”

Averie Schweitzer, Venice, Italy (P646)

Enjoy this lovely photo of Venice by Averie Schweitzer, our new Contributing Photographer!

Averie comments, “I am a part of Elaine’s internship/volunteer program and I am honored to be able to contribute to such a thoughtful program. Elaine is so welcoming and a wonderful person.  She took us around to see the secret gems of Florence and to her beautiful home. This program is so wonderful. I love that my photos that I have taken are going to such a beautiful cause to help those who are in a hard position.”