I am a painter, and my work integrates art with science, nature and the medical industry.
Although I am curious about many things, I am fascinated and inspired
by science, nature, medicine, books, music, skyscrapers and people.
With that said, the creative process for my work usually begins with one of the following situations: a visual image persisting over time, an idea compelling me to act by researching the concept, a dream, a significant event or defining ‘ah-ha’ moment. All of these states urge me to give them physical shape and color. The paintings that evolve are microscopic landscapes of body-mind-spirit processes.
Painting, for me, is a love affair with color, alchemy, texture and fluidity,
Marti Hand paintings
its boldness and subtleties, its ability to place one in a contemplative, sad or excited mood, and its’ infinite uses.
With a background in critical care nursing and healthcare mangement, scientific knowledge combined with extensive clinical experiences serve as a rich pool of imagery, creativity, and thought for my work. My academic studies include an RN from Muhlenberg School of Nursing, and MPA from Rutgers University. I am a member of The Society for the Arts in Healthcare, and an active Board Member of the Women’s Caucus for Art of Georgia.
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I am interested in everything, even things of which I am yet unaware.
Upcoming Events
August 2008 Arts Clayton Gallery,, Jonesboro, GA. Exhibit - Explorations: Art & Science. For more info, click here
Georgia Perimeter College Fine Arts Gallery, Clarkston, Ga. Exhibit - Marti Hand: scientific and medical
Creativity Workshop for "Non-Creative" Adults. Arts Clayton Gallery, Jonesboro. More info, click here