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Art is Good Medicine is an Arts in Healthcare program in partnership with ECU Health and the McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge. Professional visual artists work with adults in the ECU Health Cancer Center, along with the McConnell-Raab Hope Lodge, and pediatric patients in the Maynard Children's Hospital. In addition, we facilitate free adult workshops at the ECU Health Cancer Center. Interested in supporting the Art is Good Medicine program? Monetary donation can be made below or reach out about donating art materials to education@emergegallery.com
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Instructors
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Kas Eastwood
Despite a lifelong love of art, it wasn’t until college that Kas discovered the sense of community and connection that creative spaces can foster. They earned a BFA in Painting and Drawing, developing a strong foundation in visual storytelling while also exploring a wide range of practices including sculpture, ceramics, and mixed media. This multidisciplinary approach continues to shape their work and allows them to engage with materials and ideas in flexible ways. Since graduating, Kas has participated in numerous community-based programs centered on art education and creative engagement. Through teaching and collaboration, they emphasize how art can improve quality of life, build confidence, and encourage personal expression. Kas is particularly passionate about helping others trust their own creative instincts and feel empowered in their work. They find it rewarding to connect with people in their hometown and find ways to bring art into the conversation. |
