Today, I’m joined by Deane Bowers, a mixed media artist who creates environmental folk art with found objects. She’s the driving force behind the Together While Apart Artwork, which is a collective quilt-like art project made up of 35 squares, each square six inches by six inches. However, instead of fabric, each piece is made from recycled cardboard. In our conversation, we talk about what inspired the project, details about the piece, and how she’s using it to create awareness and raise money for the well being of nurses. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Castbox, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: ● The story behind how Deane started making art from recycled materials ● Deane’s process for finding artists who wanted to participate in the project ● The amazing public reception, including a feature in The Smithsonian Institution online exhibit ● The emotional toll that so many nurses experience ● Why it’s so important to have art in healthcare setting Guest Info: ● The Together While Apart Art Project ● Please consider making a donation to help support nurses across the country: The Together While Apart Project’s 2020 Thank You Campaign To Benefit and Honor Nurses Follow Me: ● My Instagram ● My LinkedIn ● My Twitter ● Art Heals All Wounds Website ● Art Heals All Wounds Instagram ● Art Heals All Wounds Twitter ● Art Heals All Wounds Facebook ● Art Heals All Wounds Newsletter