Thank you to all who attended our Parkinson Disease 'artist-Patient/Medical Professional Conversation' this past Saturday, June 14th.
Ted Meyer moderated the discussion with dnj Gallery artists - Robin Temaiana Repp, Judith Amdur and Motor Development Specialist - Dr Danielle Thordason
To watch this discussion, please click here:
Thank you to all who attended our Parkinson Disease 'Open Mic' this past Saturday, May 31st. The platform allowed individuals and caretakers to share personal stories, poems and reflections about their experiences.
"One of hardest things I’ve ever done is put my trumpet down, which I did for two years, I was so frustrated. Then I looked online and read about other people’s journey with Parkinson’s. How they overcame their deficit to do what they loved was very inspiring for me. "
- John Peters
Photo: John Peters sharing in part of Parkinson's Open Mic, a 'Spontaneous Activity' exhibition event.
Thank you to all who attended Webern Quartet event as a part of our 'Spontaneous Activity' exhibition. The gallery event featured the Webern Quartet with Michael Kaufman (cello) and Jonah Sirota (viola).
Program:
Lyric Suite - Alban Berg
Verklärte Nacht - Arnold Schoenberg
"Classical music can be a valuable tool for reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation due to its ability to lower stress hormones and calm the mind."
"Spontaneous Activity"
Featuring the work of:
Phil Althouse, Judith Amdur, Gail Buckley Ann Harwell, Clara Kluge, Robin Temaina - Repp Travis Robinson, Miguel Sanchez, Joan Horsfall Young, John Peters, James Tim Walker, Ben Zahavi
The subject of the current exhibition "Spontaneous Activity" is Parkinson’s disease. PD is a neurodegenerative disease due mostly to the deterioration around the base of the brain, which is involved in the coordination of movement. This illness slows activity, balance and bodily functions, as well as influences the senses and mental health. Cognition and memory consolidation are also greatly affected by Parkinson’s disease.
These patient/artists create not only beautiful works of art, but powerful images that tell deeper, personal stories. Each piece reflects how Parkinson’s affects their lives, bodies and artistic journeys. Spontaneous activity is proof that beauty can come from struggle.
dnj Gallery’s Art and Med program introduces our 5013c partnership with AHA Projects.
AHA Projects is redefining the nonprofit landscape by offering existing and emerging nonprofits needed resources to build capacity. By directing donor dollars, we acquire properties and buildings to provide the space and resources needed to support your community. This gives both nonprofits and donors a clear path to making a community impact.
To view more information and to donate please click the link to our AHA page here:
https://aha-projects.org/art-and-med-2/
a group show by artists with Crohn's and Colitis
IBD OPEN MIC
Saturday, March 15th at 2:30pm
This was a platform for any individuals living with inflammatory bowel disease to share personal stories, poems, and reflections about their experiences.
Webern: Langsamer Satz
Schubert: String Quartet No. 15 in G major, D. 887
A conversation with artists-- Daniel Leighton and Nathan Arnold Schoenberg (N.A.S.) Lowell Dylan-- a patient advocate, and Morgan Check, nurse practitioner in I.B.D. at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
moderated by co-curator Ted Meyer.
Please click the link HERE to hear the recording.
Moderator Ted Meyer led a lively, fun and in-depth discussion, on Saturday, February 15th, at 2pm, between two patient-artists, a patient advocate and a medical professional. The discussion covered how art can give a true picture of the lived experiences of an IBD patient.
The event was sponsored by Connecting to Cure, Crohn's and Colitis. 25% of the sale of the artwork will go to aid in their research and support programs within the IBD community.
