“Visual art, literature and music have always been important parts of my own creative expression,” says Elizabeth Nguyen-Espinoza. “But as a person who had experienced hardship as a child, I know that in order to be a fully creative person, our basic life needs have to be met - including good health. When I shared my ideas about starting a gallery as well as a foundation that would be part of making positive change in the lives of children, the artists in my community showed great interest and followed up with their support.”

Susan Venable's mixed-media wall pieces bring color to the boardroom of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, lending a spirit of lively inspiration to a place of healing. Read More