As a solitary, reflective endeavor, the art-making process offers healing and provides refreshment for heart, body, mind and soul. The opportunity to pursue art is a blessing; more than just personal therapy. A quiet sense of satisfaction is found in the process as well as the end result. There are tranquil moments to savor, becoming immersed in fleeting aesthetic visions. This is especially true when the artist interprets the diverse scenes of nature. The leap of faith occurs when the artist chooses to share the inward journey of healing with others, exposing the finished work to public scrutiny and review. As a creative statement, the work of art might soothe, infuriate, inspire or confound, but ultimately it fulfills an essential mission for the community. This, too, is part of healing through art—to serve the greater good.