Visual Data is 80% of The "Sensory" Story
Shelters Can Be Beautiful Places
Artwork and color have far reaching effect upon the human psyche. New studies reflect growing interest in art's influence, especially in imagery of natural landscapes which are found to be calming and even often to mitigate pain. See the following examples of my work in two shelters.
Enlivening Pete's Place, An Interfaith Community Shelter in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Pete's Place main entryway's right side after Lawrence painted the design on the wall. The artist is seen in mirrored window's reflection as she shoots the wall. Original intention was to set the stage to showcase artwork by local artists, who would donate their paintings. Lawrence was to select the works based in part on their tonal compatibility with the color palette she had implemented.
Soothing yet enlivening colors chosen were to enhance a positive mood for clients and staff alike. Landscapes were to be the subjects of donated work
Pete's kitchen window from inside the dining area AFTER the artist's painting of walls and trim. Infused with energy without being inflammatory.
The Shelter's south hallway after the artist's painting of walls and trim. Variety keeps it interesting and is useful in guiding people.
Here, a dark recessed area of shower doors is brightened, shining rather than dimming attitudes for those in need.
For contrast, here is another BEFORE shot, this of The Shelter's northern hallway. It is monotonous and uninspiring.
Northern hallway AFTER painting walls and trim & after new LED lights installed. Distinctive optimistic tones replace diingy tunnels of endless doors
Finally, The Shelter's rear nighttime entrance after brightening with color. This is an especially important area in which to project the feeling of rejuvenation and pleasant outcomes through color. It truly COLORS how people end their days and start their tomorrows.