Cinzia Trapani, Vicchio, Italy (P602)

Welcome to Cinzia Trapani, our new Contributing Photographer, from Florence, Italy!

Cinzia comments, “Sono contenta se la mia foto potrà allietare qualcuno!”

Olivia Honsey, Isle of Skye, Scotland (P601)

Many thanks to Olivia Honsey, our new Contributing Photographer, for her lovely photo!

Olivia comments, “I have been collaborating with Healing Photo Art for only a month and already have a place in my heart for the foundation!

I am a senior at the University Of Minnesota studying Public Health and Health & Wellness coaching. Elaine spoke to my Public Health Professional Preparation class about the foundation and the opportunity to be a contributing photographer. I love the mission of Healing Photo Art! Nature has such a powerful healing effect and should be in places that prioritize health!

I spent 4 months in Scotland Fall of 2023 on a study abroad trip. I have never seen anything like the Scottish highlands. The peace I felt just standing amidst them is unexplainable. The photo I contributed was taken at the Fairy Glens in the Isle of Skye during early November right after sunset. The Fairy Glen is known for being a place of myth & wonder. My time at the Glen was just that! In the photo, you can see the classic lush Scottish green shrubs, trees, and grasses.

Elaine communicated so well with me through the process of finding one of my photos I wanted to contribute. She has the kindest heart! I am so happy to know her, the foundation, and to see the impact of all the photos!”

Robert Orr, Illinois USA (P600)

What a beautiful sunset that Robert Orr, our new Contributing Photographer, has captured!  Robert is our 500th Contributing Photographer!  Welcome!

M231 Elaine Poggi, The Dolomites, Italy

Enjoy the magnificent view of the Dolomites!

Mary Stafford, Minnesota USA (P599)

Welcome to Mary Stafford, our new Contributing Photographer!

Mary comments, “I first became acquainted with the Foundation for Photo/Art in Hospitals while awaiting the outcome of a loved one’s critical surgery. I was drawn to one of the large images in the room and noticed the credit to the Foundation. I had a long-held belief in the ability of certain images in art, especially those connected to the natural world, to offer a sense of peace and healing. However, I had never had such a powerful personal experience as that day while in the waiting room. Elaine Poggi was well ahead of her time in creating this global initiative. Her gift to the world goes beyond lovely Images. It is hope. I consider it a privilege to support her efforts as a contributing photographer.”

Vivia Sarne’, Utah USA (P592)

Enjoy this photo taken by one of our youngest Contributing Photographers!  Vivia was 12 years old when she took this photo while on a family road trip.  Vivia is also my granddaughter!

Vivia comments, “I enjoy taking photos to make people happy!”

Jessica Maskiell, New York USA (P598)

Welcome to Jessica Maskiell, our new Contributing Photographer!

This beautiful image of a lotus flower resting in water was captured by photographer Jessica Ramos Maskiell, in the New York Botanical Garden, Bronx, NY.  Established in 1891, it is located on a 250-acre site that contains a landscape with over one million living plants; the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, a greenhouse containing several habitats; and the LuEsther T. Mertz Library, which contains one of the world’s largest collections of botany-related texts. As of 2016, over a million people visit the New York Botanical Garden annually. The Bronx is also hometown to Jessica Ramos Maskiell.

Sally B. Simpson, Missouri USA (P597)

Many thanks to our new Contributing Photographer, Sally B. Simpson, for her lovely fawn photo!

Sally comments, “I first heard about the foundation for photo/art in hospitals, when a friend of mine told me about a field trip he took to the Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis, MO with his workplace where they were later encouraged to submit their photos for consideration to the foundation. My friend lovingly said to me, “You should submit a photo to them because your work is outstanding.”

After I found a fellow photographer and friend on the website, listed as a contributing photographer, I saw it as a “sign” or as a good omen. At the beginning of 2022, my mother was sick in a local St. Louis hospital. I would visit each weekend and walk the long halls of the hospital, and take pictures of the artwork that adorned the halls so she could see the beautiful art. My mother would say to me, “They should be so lucky to have your photos hanging on their walls.”

My mom passed away on 4/5/2022, and I can’t think of a better way to honor her memory by knowing that one of my nature photos may hang on the wall somewhere in the world. I hope that my photo brings comfort and solace to all who see.”

Cecilia Calanda, Umbria, Italy (P596)

Enjoy this amazing rainbow captured by our new Contributing Photographer, Cecilia Calanda!

Morgan Cyr, Maine USA (P595)

Welcome to Morgan Cyr, our new Contributing Photographer!

Morgan comments, “I interned for Healing Photo Art this spring and it was a very pleasant experience. Elaine was always so welcoming and appreciative of the interns for the foundation. We went on visits to places around Florence that had just hung up photos in their healthcare settings. It was a truly amazing experience to see the impact art is able to have on well-being of individuals. It was clear that it had been well thought out what photos were chosen, as the foundation offers so many options to select from. I personally felt so moved by the art pieces that I decided to write reflections on my personal reactions to the art, which were later shared on social media. I also worked on making a video including some photos from the foundation shown alongside lovely harp music made by a friend of Elaine. Finally, I was given the opportunity to become a contributing photographer. I am beyond happy to now be making a lasting impact on the hospital settings that work with Healing Photo Art! On our last trip, Elaine was so kind to show us some amazing views around Florence for the day. The foundation has always gone above and beyond to spread positivity on communities and the world as a whole. It was a true honor to be a part of this mission.”