{"id":2111,"date":"2024-05-07T11:11:26","date_gmt":"2024-05-07T11:11:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elmfieldcare.co.uk\/flowers-manor\/?p=2111"},"modified":"2024-05-29T16:02:16","modified_gmt":"2024-05-29T16:02:16","slug":"the-power-of-art","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elmfieldcare.co.uk\/flowers-manor\/news\/the-power-of-art\/","title":{"rendered":"The Power of Art: An Afternoon of Exploration and Discussion"},"content":{"rendered":"
Flowers Manor Residents Daughter in law gave a talk on the history of art.<\/p>\n
Flowers Manor residents Daughter in law, Catherine hosted a talk in our cinema to speak about some historical paintings. The residents\u00a0were able to learn\u00a0and talk about the artworks that Catherine displayed on the big screen, making the activity a really engaging experience for all of them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Catherine’s talk offered residents a unique opportunity to delve into the history of paintings, uncovering the narrative and inspirations behind each artwork. As she unraveled the stories, residents gained a deeper understanding of the context in which the paintings were created.\u00a0For example, Catherine discussed Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night,’ detailing the artist’s experiences and emotions during the time of its creation. Such insights not only enhanced the residents’ appreciation for the artistry involved but also allowed them to connect with the emotions and struggles depicted in the paintings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
The art session presented the residents with a chance to explore paintings they had not encountered before. With Catherine as their guide, they ventured into different artistic styles, broadening their knowledge and appreciation of diverse art forms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
One of the highlights of the art session was the opportunity for the residents to discuss their thoughts and interpretations of the paintings. Catherine skillfully fostered an inclusive and inviting atmosphere, encouraging everyone to express their perspectives and engage in meaningful discourse. This participatory aspect not only allowed the residents to voice their opinions but also created a sense of community and mutual learning. As a result, the residents shared their personal connections to the artworks, reflecting on their own experiences and emotions triggered by the images before them. One resident said \u201cI wasn\u2019t going to come as I thought it would be my thing, but I am so glad I did what an interesting afternoon\u201d<\/p>\n
To see more of what our residents get up to in our home check out our\u00a0Facebook page,\u00a0Flowers Manor Care Home<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Instagram page at\u00a0elmfieldcare.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Flowers Manor Residents Daughter in law gave a talk on the history of art. Flowers Manor residents Daughter in law, Catherine hosted a talk in our cinema to speak about some historical paintings. The residents\u00a0were able to learn\u00a0and talk about the artworks that Catherine displayed on the big screen, making the activity a really engaging […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":2113,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2111","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n