About the Program

Nurse-Artists International was formed in May 2009  by a professional artist who is a former cancer and hospice nurse as part of coursework for a Masters of Fine Art degree in Interdisciplinary Arts.  It provides a platform for integrating past experiences, current practice, and visions for a better future using the vehicles of the arts and humanities.  

Overview of Projects in Program...

Art Associations:

International Association of Nurse-Artists(IANA) and The Arts & Health Collaborative(AHC)
are projects where educational, exhibition, performance, employment opportunities, and more are available for its members. IANA is for nurses only and AHC is for anyone who has an interest in the connection between arts and health.  Benefits include exclusive Call to Artists and discounts to events.  Annual membership fee: $55
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C.A.R.D. (Compassionate Art Reach Delivered)
is a community outreach progject where cards and email of encouragement are sent to referred artists and military personnel.  This service is provided free of charge due to the generous contributions of private donors.

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Our Space to Create
is the umbrella under which different projects are designed around the arts and humanities in collaboration with clients and partners in response to community needs on a fee-for-service basis. To discuss possible projects for individuals or groups:

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NAI Speaker's Bureau
is a free or nominal fee service where speakers are provided to groups to help raise awareness about the connection between arts and health, the role that nurses and artists can play in community health and well-being, and the importance of compassion and creativity in our relationships for today and the future.

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