Day 1

The first day of volunteering in the arts in medicine program had me feeling very inspired. A good amount of time was spent with the artist in residence sharing the program philosophy and how the arts interact with science to promote healing. Patients and family members, friends, or other caregivers are all welcome to attend the open studio. I've noticed that many passersby are curious, but seem afraid to sit down and try something themselves. Those that do come in and paint or make an origami crane or beads of hope get so immersed in the process that they lose all track of time. At this moment it is exactly what they need: time away from their pain, worries, stress and the opportunity for a relaxed, peaceful state of mind.