On November 12, we hosted ‘IMPACT’ Exhibition at Gong Art Gallery in Newport Beach, CA. ‘IMPACT’ is a curated visual conversation influenced by art from adversity. Featuring 10 international artists, ‘IMPACT’ brings the community together to experience the power and purpose of art. The exhibition, like all of our events, was free to the public, hosted art auctions, and offered complimentary refreshments.
‘IMPACT’ Exhibition (November 2022) Read More »
The theory behind the use of artistic therapeutic expression suggests the use of art, drawing, painting, writing, sculpting, or otherwise can alleviate negative feelings associated with anxiety while also helping to form alliances and strengthen bonds between ourselves and others experiencing the same which aligns with The Art Spread’s mission on building a supportive community for everyone experiencing mental, physical, and societal challenges.
‘Social Anxiety’ Art-&-Adversity Awareness Workshop (September 2022) Read More »
To read about an artist is to gain a deeper appreciation of their work, it allows us to absorb and understand the mystery behind their creativity. During our IG Live Studio Session, we get a glimpse into the mind of NYC Artist and Muralist, JD who started using art as an outlet to unleash the intensity of his imagination, a cathartic release to transform the intrusive ruminations of thought into a tangible aesthetic medium thereby making the invisible visible, a therapeutic approach in creating a welcoming reflection of his inner mind.
‘Nature + Perfectionism’ IG Live Studio Session Read More »
On July 23, 2022, we hosted our ‘National Minority Mental Health Awareness’ Virtual Event, where we talked about artists and mental health in minority communities, all while painting. We had an incredible time with you and wanted to continue the meaningful conversation through this blog. Read, comment, share and let us know what you thought!
‘National Minority Mental Health’ Art-&-Adversity Awareness Workshop (July 2022) Read More »
Our Art & Mental Health Awareness Exhibition was such a special event, thanks to our donors, the City of Santa Ana, our supporters, artists, board and committee members, Chapter One, and everyone who helped make this Exhibition perfect! The ‘Art & Mental Health Awareness’ Exhibition was meant to bring the community together, highlight the importance
‘Art and Mental Health Awareness’ Exhibition (May 2022) Read More »
We had the best time celebrating our one year anniversary with you! Read about our celebrations and hear what our guest speakers had to say.
One Year Celebration Event (March 2022) Read More »
At our Love & Loneliness Awareness Event, we painted Valentine’s Day Cards and talked all things art!
‘Love & Loneliness’ Art-&-Adversity Awareness Workshop (February 2022) Read More »
We want to thank our guest speakers and attendees for joining our Human Rights Awareness Event
‘Human Rights’ Art-&-Adversity Awareness Workshop (December 2021) Read More »
Our Gratitude Awareness Event gave us in depth stories on how gratitude influences our artists’ work and what it means when they sell their pieces.
‘Gratitude’ Art-&-Adversity Awareness Workshop (November 2021) Read More »
Grieving through art can be cathartic. At our event, we talked about historic and contemporary artists who used art as a form of emotional release.
‘Grief’ Art-&-Adversity Awareness Workshop (October 2021) Read More »
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