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Council Member Holden emphasizes the importance of exhibiting artwork in veterans' facilities

1:44:02

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Council Member Robert Holden commends Samaritan Daytop Village for exhibiting artwork throughout their buildings. He emphasizes the therapeutic value of not only creating art but also displaying it for others to see and comment on.

  • Holden notes that exhibiting artwork builds self-worth, pride, and a sense of purpose for veterans
  • He praises the organization's approach to showcasing art throughout their facilities
  • The council member recognizes the importance of feedback and comments on artwork as part of the therapeutic process
Robert Holden
1:44:02
And I noticed you you exhibit the work around, the buildings, and and the floors.
1:44:08
I that's what I noticed first, when I walked in there, all the artwork on on the walls.
1:44:13
And I and I That's so important.
1:44:15
People don't realize how important showing, either student work or showing, artist work goes a long way in the therapy part of it.
1:44:26
Just doing the work is, you know, the art is one thing.
1:44:28
But then when other people comment and you get feedback, that actually builds self worth, builds a sense of pride and a sense of purpose.
1:44:37
So I loved you the way you exhibit art all throughout the, the building.
1:44:42
Thanks so much.
1:44:44
Thank you very much,
Roger Walker
1:44:44
sir, Roger.
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