2023 "Celebrating Artful Healing: The Acquired Works of Rhonda Radford Adams , Enrich the Salud Arte Collection at Women’s & Children’s Hospital" San Antonio, Texas
Childhood memories often hold a simple yet profound magic. Blowing the perfect bubblegum bubble—the feeling of freedom and pure happiness. It's a slice of life's carefree joy we can all relate to. And that’s precisely what "Bubblegum Calling Home" captures, inviting us to revisit that wonderful feeling.
"Bubblegum Calling Home," one of three artworks recently acquired, now envelops the spaces of Women’s & Children’s Hospital. During the pre-opening event in early August, I witnessed the perfect placement of this piece. But this art transcends mere decoration.
As a collage artist, I relish in the diversity of textures and patterns that converge within my creations. "Bubblegum Calling Home" resonates with this vibrant diversity, a testament to the tapestry of life itself. Like the flow of creativity that knows no bounds, my artwork mirrors the beauty of allowing experiences to seamlessly weave in and out of our existence.
Incorporating a medley of pastel hues and accentuated with touches of shimmering iridescent gold, the artwork captures a sense of whimsy and enchantment combining hand-painted designs with handmade paper and gift remnants. A fusion of stories, like life itself
I aspire for "Bubblegum Calling Home" to evoke this feeling in all who encounter it - patients seeking solace, visitors exploring, doctors navigating their rounds, nurses providing comfort, and families uniting. The artwork is a portal to that rare sense of unburdened release, encapsulated within its vibrant layers. More than a collage; it's a conduit for emotions and memories, an invitation to embrace healing thru the enchantment of creative expression.
The SaludArte Healing Arts Program grasps this profound truth, infusing the natural fun and comforting embrace of art into the very essence of patient spaces. This magic of healing extends further—imagine your doctors office or dental practice undergoing a transformative touch through art.
Stay tuned for updates on the Women’s & Children’s Hospital's opening and the incredible impact of the SaludArte Healing Arts Program. Learn more about my artistic journey and explore my creations on my website