Bruce Jackson, David Kinker, Judy Hoiness and Susan Luckey Higdon have had work selected by arts curator, Marlene Alexander to be part of the design of the new 12-bed Partners in Care Hospice House in Bend.
A forerunner of using art in healing, Marlene has placed art throughout the facility to promote a sense of calm and peace. David created several murals along with specific paintings of Central Oregon scenes. Judy interpreted inspirational quotes with calligraphy on walls.
Bruce’s photographs and Susan’s landscapes are in rooms and light-filled public spaces. Partners in Care as been serving the needs of terminally ill patients in Central Oregon since 1979.
Paint loosely rendered, splashy watercolors of vibrant Rovinj, Croatia, with instructor Sarah B Hansen in May 29-June 5, 2025, with a focus on capturing the expression of daily life and views of
David Kinker recently finished a mural that brightens up this wall at Florida and Hill Street, the future home of a community based business, and some eateries like Fat Toneys Pizza.