Testimonials
“To the contributors, we are honored to know you and share your thoughts about the project. Your stories, experiences and enthusiasm have brought joy and positivity to so many. This project has been truly a privilege.”
Jacqueline Buckingham Anderson and the Photos for Health Team
“I am really excited that two of my photos have been selected to be displayed at Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center. I am happy to be part of such a beautiful and inspiring project.
"Thank you very much for allowing me to be part of this project and Congratulations.”
Vanessa Kanaan
USA
“Wow, I am honored you selected so many of my photos! It is quite the compliment of my work, and that is always appreciated!”
Marsha Williamson Mohr
Nurse, Clarian Arnett
Lafayette, IN, USA
“What an honor to have one of my photos selected to be displayed at your facility!”
Linda Kingma
USA
“I have been very honored hearing that one of my photo has been selected for Photos for Health. I am very happy can participate on this event and hopefully can also participate in creating welcoming environment.
"Actually, I will follow your idea in creating healthy and welcoming environment for my Sister, since she is also still in healing process and still fighting her breast cancer. I hope you don’t mind.”
Agus Achmadyana
Indonesia
“I'm thrilled that 2 of the photos I submitted for Photos For Health will be on display at the IU Melvin & Bren Simon Cancer Center. I am an Indiana University graduate and lived in Indianapolis for over 9 years which makes this all the more special for me! Indianapolis will always hold a special place in my heart. I am honored to have my photos displayed in the center and can only hope that they bring some level of comfort to the patients, family and staff.”
Richard Johnson
Indianapolis University Graduate
USA
“I'm so honored to have my photo accepted for inclusion.”
Catherine Kurvink
USA
“I am very honored to participate in the Photos for Health project and I would like to thank you for choosing my three photos.
"I read about your initiative in an article posted on JPG Magazine, of which I am a contributing photographer. I thought it was a great idea and that is why I decided to participate. It is a privilege for me to be given the possibility to help create a comforting and healing environment at Clarian Health through my images.
"I would like to send my best wishes to the patients and their families and I would also like to congratulate the health care professionals and all those involved in the Photos for Health project for all their work.”
Mary Ann Lewis
Italy
“I am delighted, honored, and humbled that some of my photography has been selected for display at the IU Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center in Indianapolis. Please know that my wife and I will be there in spirit. She is a cancer survivor of over 10 years, so we are no strangers to the need for a healing environment. That one of my photos might contribute to the well-being of others is an absolutely thrilling thought. Thank you for this opportunity.”
Glenn Buzbee
USA
“I am very happy a photo of mine was chosen into such a good cause. My experience with this has been a good one, I know how much images and art work can change a person’s perspective on things and so I believe to have them in a hospital is a must. My daughter has rheumatoid arthritis so I have been to a few hospitals myself and she always likes to see photos and art on the walls it makes her happy or gets her mind off of the reason we're there.”
Marvin V. Niemi
USA
“I am a hospital chaplain and getting out in nature to take pictures feeds my soul and reduces my stress. I had an article published several years ago about this subject. Just contact me if interested.”
Paul Bay
Chaplain Cardiovascular Services
Clarian Arnett
Lafayette, IN, USA
“Thank you for choosing my photo for placement in the cancer center. I am honored!”
Thomas A. Sheets
USA
“Thanks for the wonderful opportunity to participate. I am very excited to be chosen for the cancer center. My mom is a breast cancer survivor (1 year) and my dad is in an ongoing fight with skin cancer so the privilege of being selected is that much more special.”
Julie Norris
USA
“I am happy that my photo was chosen. My mother was an oncology nurse for 20 years and now works in hospice. I too, am a nurse (clinical nurse specialist) working in Nephrology at Clarian Arnett. My grandmother died from a rare presentation of carcinoid of the lung. My aunt is a breast cancer survivor. My father and brother have battled bladder cancer. Also, my husband's grandfather and his father have had cancer (renal and colon). As I am sure it is true for most families cancer has afflicted several generations.
"The photo was taken at the Black Sand Beach on Maui, HI. It was taken in 2006 while there on my 10 year wedding anniversary. We were taken by the beauty of the beach and pictures cannot even do it justice.”
Amy Allspaw
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Clarian Arnett
Lafayette, IN, USA
“Thanks so much – as I'm a cancer survivor – it’s an honor to have a photo the Cancer Center”
Mary Ann Russell
Indianapolis, IN, USA
“I am honored to participate in such a great cause, if the photos can make someone feel better and help them heal! Hurray!!!”
John Harris
USA
“My wife and I are honored to have my of my photos selected for display at the IU Cancer Center. I am a cancer survivor, after a lifesaving pneumonectomy at the IU Med Center in 1999, so this honor is especially meaningful to us.”
Dave Greiwe
Indianapolis, IN, USA
“Like most photographers, I have learned to appreciate the finer points of nature and beauty through the lens of a camera. As I have heard others say, "I never really 'saw' details until I took up photography". I do it for the pure pleasure and later enjoyment long after the photo is taken. To have someone recognize a photo I have taken for beauty to be shared by many is special.”
Bernie Emkes M.D.
USA
“Just the idea of what the pictures were for was the reason I did it. My wife and I love nature and this country has so much beauty to explore. We spend our time out hiking the back country and have seen so much wonderful scenery since moving out to Oregon. Once we retired in a couple of years, our job will be to travel and see the rest of this marvelous country of ours. I love taking photos of everyplace we go and then sharing them with family and friends. This is just another way to show people the beauty in this world and to share a little of what we have been blessed to see.”
Dennis K. Penny
USA
“Thank you so much for the news that my photo was one that was chosen for display in the Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center. My photo was taken on a trip to Northern Maine a couple of years ago of Mt. Katahdin in Baxter State Park. Mt. Katahdin is the highest point in Maine and also marks the end of the Appalachian Trail.
"I first learned of photos for health while reading the Indianapolis Star and thought I would love to enter a photo. I have a great love for nature in general and believe it can have a healing effect on those hurting in any way. Our closeness to nature helps to reaffirm the existence of God. I believe these pictures will help many individuals who come to your facility.
"A few years ago I had the pleasure of working with the director of Bone Marrow Transplant at IU. Even though I have moved to the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics, I still have a deep connection and appreciation to all of the physicians, nurses, and staff, and ultimately the patients and families who have to learn how to deal with cancer in their lives. During my time working at Bone Marrow Transplant, we held a yearly reunion in which patients, families, physicians, and staff got together to “celebrate life”. This was a highlight for our patients. The photos displayed will reaffirm their celebration of life on a daily basis. Thanks so much for recognizing the importance of nature in our lives.”
Jean Good
Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics
Indiana University
USA
“This contest holds special meaning to me. I am a Medical Lab Tech for Bon Secours Health Partners Lab at St. Francis Medical Center in Midlothian, Virginia. Our mission is "Good help to those in need" and at St. Francis one of the main goals of the hospital is to promote health and healing through emotional wellbeing so the hospital has been constructed to give a comfortable at home feel. I believe in the "Mission of Bon Secours" and am very proud that I can continue to give to the total healing of others through my photos. It is a wonderful thing to give for the joy of others.” Amelia
Medical Lab Technician
Bon Secours Health Partners Lab
St. Francis Medical Center
Midlothian, VA, USA
“I'm thrilled to be a part of something so very important as the introduction of the IU Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center.
"I've been impressed and appreciative of Photos for Health from my introduction to the call for photographic contributions (which I received from the Indy Zoo). I'd be willing to share my perspective on the common sense genius of such an initiative in our community of health care providers and their precious patients.
"Thank you much for doing something special for many.”
Linda
USA
“I'm a member of JPGMAG, an international art photographer magazine & website. In the early spring, I posted the Photos for Health contest
submission call to the magazine members. I have many stories I could share with you about how this project was received to an international
photographer audience. Truly amazing sentiments were sent about the importance of what this project entails.
"I set up a story on the JPG site with a list of entry winners from members of jpg magazine. That story can be read at http://www.jpgmag.com/stories/5351 I continually update this page as more members notify me.
"Other than this, I willing to tell my own personal story of the strength in this project. My brother has had multiple open-heart surgeries and stayed in the facilities in Indianapolis, starting when he was a patient at Riley. Seeing a beautiful photo when you are listening for a doctor's footsteps or watching a heart monitor would really make a difference to peaceful serenity.”
Jolie
Editor and Chief
JPEG Magazine
USA
“Thank you for selecting my photo to be hung in the Simon Cancer Center. As a strictly amateur photographer this is an honor much greater than any prize. I am so pleased to know that my photo might bring a smile...
"There is no real story behind my photo. As a soon to be eighty year old, I don't move around as I once did, so my picture taking subjects are those beautiful things in nature that stand still and pose for me.
"Thanks also for inviting me to the reception which takes place today.
"Again, thank you. I am truly honored.”
Dorothy Menosky
USA
“I just wanted to thank you for letting me be a part of the Photos for Health exhibit. I had been looking for a way for my photos to make a difference when I received an email about the project. You did a wonderful job on the Simon Cancer Center and I'm honored to be a part of it.”
Lori Wolfe
Photographer
USA
“I cannot state enough what a wonderful job you did at the Simon Institute!!! Wow!! The work you did, I can't even imagine! It was too much fun seeing all the images used so beautifully.”
Marsha Williamson Mohr
Nurse, Clarian Arnett
Lafayette, IN, USA
“I am blessed to have had many photographs published in magazines, books, postcards, and calendars. My father and I have done a book together (another alumni-Ag ’50) and was noted in the alumni magazine as ‘published authors’ after having a book on covered bridges of Indiana published. (Dad did the narrative.) Here is the cool part. How do I combine my talents into one?
"Clarian/Arnett Health Hospital, Indiana University Simon Cancer Center and Riley Hospital for Children are going to have many of my photographs hanging on their walls. Instead of the typical art work, someone came up with this brilliant idea to encourage their patients to better health.
"I feel so honored and lucky to have two such wonderful jobs and proclaim to all whom know me as, “I have the two (or three really!) best jobs in the world. The hands-on caring of nursing, and the solitude, quiet love of nature with my photography in the other.”
"I have been blessed with success as a photographer, and this project, being an Arnett employee, is especially important to me and am planning on submitting many more photographs!
"Thank you again.”
Marsha Williamson Mohr
Nurse, Clarian Arnett
Lafayette, IN, USA
“This photo contest was really a lot of fun and it is nice to know that my photo will be on display at the local hospital - that really makes it a community effort.”
Steve Goodwin
Lafayette, IN, USA
“I am truly honored to that a few of my photos have been selected to be displayed at Clarian Arnett Hospital. It’s a very special feeling to know that my images will be hanging in the hospital to be appreciated by the dedicated staff, patients and family members for years to come. It is my hope that the images can serve as a calming comfort to anyone who may need it during their stay or to staff while providing their professional services to the community.”
Michael C. Klarich
Indiana, USA
“Thank you so very much for selecting my photo for your hospital, unfortunately I will not be able to attend at this time. I am undergoing treatments for lung cancer and need to stay close to home right now.
"I was thrilled to open my email and find out i was selected! I hope my photo brings a smile to someone's face. I am truly honored.”
Karen S. Jones
Tampa, Florida, USA
“Wow, what a surprise to have been chosen to have my photo displayed at Clarian Arnett! This is a wonderful opportunity and exciting time.”
Brandy Brooks
USA
“I am thrilled that my photos have been selected for the Clarian Arnett Hospital here in Lafayette.”
Genevieve Borden
Lafayette, IN, USA
“I was so excited that you chose five of my flower portraits. Not only do I love photography, but I love gardening. Though the blooms in my garden only last for a few days and for the most part are only appreciated by me, the portraits allow the beauty of the flowers to live on forever. It warms my heart to know that many other people will be able to witness the joy that I experience each spring in my back yard gardens. Thank you for this opportunity.”
Rene’ Stanley
Clarian Arnett Employee
USA
“We enjoyed the event and the wonderful photos taken by the participants. You all did a great job.”
Dan Shepardson
USA
“The event was a success! We couldn’t have been happier with the turnout. We followed up your event with a community event that drew in another 5000 people. I heard positive comments about the photos during that event as well.
"All my best to you and your team on future projects.”
Traci Robison
System Director, Marketing & Communications
USA
“The hospital was so beautiful - you guys did a wonderful job. I appreciate the opportunity to get my photos out there.”
Lori Wolfe
Lori Wolfe Photography
USA
“I can't even begin to Thank you guys enough! I was hugely honored to be part of your beautiful project! The concept is so dear to me because we've spent so much time in hospitals, in the past 3 years! All of you worked so hard & the proof of that is ALL over the hospitals! We figured it out, we flew 2000 miles & drove, just under 100 miles to get there & it was worth every moment of the trip! I l was truly in awe of everything!
"My little tree is getting started here @ my home and then is going to be planted at my sister's home in Oneonta! Hopefully it takes off & we'll have these treasured memories forever! THANK YOU, for your personal help in getting us there with your great instructions! Keep in touch & let me know if you do this anywhere else! You guys are really awesome!
"My poster is framed and I smacked it right up on my dining room wall! What a thoughtful gift! THANK YOU many times over!”
Patricia Shanahan
New York, NY, USA
“First and foremost, our family gives great thanks to everyone involved in the genius of Photos for Health. We attended the Clarian Arnett preview Sunday and were once again so appreciative of your approach to an inspired healing environment.
"As I took in the views of my own and others' photos, I looked ahead to how much the simple and authentic touches will mean to those who'll come through the same hallways in the future -- staff, patients, loved ones alike.
"Good cheer to all in your organization. You're making a contribution that we're proud to be a part of.”
Linda Stark and Family
USA
“Can’t wait to see all your selections when they are complete and in place in the clinics, this is helping build my confidence for a hobbyist, such as I. Thank you.”
Lea Foster
USA
“I have worked at Riley for almost 17 years and my best friend is in the initial phases of getting started with cancer treatment. This website has given me the chance to share my photography. The new Riley tower and the new cancer center are both places that are very near and dear to my heart. I appreciate the opportunity to be able to help decorate the new areas.
"My photography has always been a source of inspiration and sometimes a source of healing for me. Thank you for giving so many of us the chance to be a part of such a great organization and to help promote healing in all areas. Riley is a huge part of who I am as an individual and if any of my work is chosen then I will be one of the proudest employees in the Clarian system.
"You have no idea how much this means to me. It has been a ray of sunshine on what seems to have been a long string of rainy days for us. I needed a little diversion and this project was just the answer. Through this, I have found a little peace in my somewhat stressful corner of the world.”