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Holyoke Art Pilots the Artery Exchange Program with First Artist-in-Residence, Jay Neal
Holyoke Art is excited to announce the launch of The Artery Exchange, a new residency program piloted with support from the Holyoke Local...
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From Scribbles to Masterpieces: The Evolution of Artistic Notions from Childhood to Adulthood
Art is a universal language that transcends age, culture, and background. From the earliest scribbles of a toddler to the refined...
Apr 21, 20242 min read
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Embrace the Mess: Mental Health and Learning Benefits of Messy Play
We often get fixated on order and cleanliness, so there's something deeply liberating about embracing messiness, especially when it comes...
Apr 21, 20242 min read
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The Healing Brush: How Art Transforms the Brain and Enriches Life
Art has long been recognized as a powerful form of therapy, offering solace, expression, and healing to individuals across cultures and...
Apr 20, 20242 min read
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The Therapeutic Magic of Unstructured Play: Mental Health Benefits of the Splatery Paint Room in Holyoke
Feel governed by schedules and obligations? The concept of unstructured playtime may seem like a distant luxury. However, as we delve...
Apr 12, 20243 min read
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Exploring the Joys of Intergenerational Play at the Splatery Paint Room
Often segmented by age, intergenerational activities provide a refreshing splash of color to our lives, fostering bonds that transcend...
Apr 2, 20242 min read
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Celebrating Jackson Pollock: An Icon of Abstract Expressionism and His Enduring Influence on Art
At the intersection of chaos and creativity lies the legacy of Jackson Pollock, a titan of 20th-century art whose revolutionary...
Feb 1, 20243 min read
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