New Book Commemorates 10th Anniversary of the Health System’s Arts & Medicine Institute
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Cleveland Clinic is commemorating the 10th anniversary of its Arts & Medicine Institute with the new book, “Power of Art: Cleveland Clinic Collection,” which masterfully illustrates the visual history of Cleveland Clinic’s Art Program through more than 90 images of contemporary art and architecture.
The centerpiece of the book is Cleveland Clinic’s expansive art collection which includes works of art from renowned artists, including Yayoi Kusama, Catherine Opie, Jaume Plensa, Eva Rothschild and Jennifer Steinkamp.
“The Power of Art is a testament to the impact of the arts in the healthcare setting,” says Joanne Cohen, Executive Director of the Art Program. “It illustrates how art in its many genres can become an integral — and even essential — part of the healing environment.”
Cleveland Clinic’s art collection is comprised of more than 6,400 fine art objects that are installed throughout the health system’s 32-million-square-feet of facilities in Ohio, Florida, Las Vegas and Toronto.
“Power of Art” is published in collaboration with Christie’s and is available for free online at clevelandclinic.org/power-of-art. This online version and a forthcoming digital platform were made possible by a generous donation from Anita, Nicole and Britt Cosgrove to recognize Toby Cosgrove, M.D., immediate past President and CEO, for his innovative leadership in establishing the Arts & Medicine Institute to further improve the patient, family and caregiver experience.
The Arts & Medicine Institute at Cleveland Clinic is the largest and most comprehensive hospital arts program in North America. Throughout its 10 year history, the Arts & Medicine Institute has been at the forefront of developing evidence-based innovative initiatives to positively impact patient outcomes. The Arts & Medicine Institute organizes more than 800 performances, exhibitions, art tours and activities each year. Additionally, the Arts & Medicine Institute utilizes art and music therapy to help patients and their families cope through difficult and emotional situations. For more information on Cleveland Clinic’s Arts & Medicine Institute, please visit clevelandclinic.org/arts.
Editor’s Note: Select photos from “Power of Art” are available for download by clicking on the following images:
JONATHAN BOROFSKY (b. USA) Art is for the Spirit No. 3094292, 1989, Screenprint (Photo: Steve Travarca, Cleveland Clinic Center for Medical Art & Photography)
YAYOI KUSAMA (b. Japan) Pumpkin, 2014, Fiberglass-reinforced plastic and urethane paint (Photo: Steve Travarca, Cleveland Clinic Center for Medical Art & Photography)
IÑIGO MANGLANO-OVALLE (b. Spain) BlueBerg (r11i01), 2007, Suspended anodized aluminum. (Photo: © Benjamin Benschneider)
CATHERINE OPIE (b. USA) Somewhere in the Middle (details), 2010-2011 (Photo: Photo: Neil Lantzy, Cleveland Clinic Center for Medical Art & Photography)
CATHERINE OPIE (b. USA) Somewhere in the Middle(details), 2010-2011 (Photo: Photo: Neil Lantzy, Cleveland Clinic Center for Medical Art & Photography)
JENNIFER STEINKAMP (b. USA) Mike Kelley 1, 2007,Computer video installation,10½ x 13½’ (Photo: Steve Travarca, Cleveland Clinic Center for Medical Art & Photography)
Additional details about the art and artists can be found here Power of Art Images and Information.
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