
Explore the arts
Gifts of Art artists-in-residence visit adult patients and their guests with FREE art-making projects. Do you want to try a simple and fun art project or immerse yourself in coloring? Artists-in-residence bring free art- making projects right to your room. A visit by an artist-in-residence is an opportunity to try something new, discuss art, or simply have fun!
You can select from a variety of diverse art kits with materials and designs from around the world or enjoy one of our special original art coloring books. Art kits include journals, beaded bracelets, paper folding, greeting cards, drawing, painting, and more.
To meet our many requests, patients may receive two coloring books and up to two art kits per week.
• Promotes relaxation
• Distracts from pain
• Comforts patients and families
• Lifts mood/spirit
• Promotes emotional healing and well-being
• Creating art is fun!
Comfort Legacy Kits for sacred end-of-life moments

Pages to color from Gifts of Art Coloring Books

You can make your own Hamsa Hand now for protection and good fortune

Continue with art projects started in the hospital by watching Hospital to Home videos about Gifts of Art projects

Discover online art resources from around the world

Find out what's on display in Gifts of Art galleries on the main Michigan Medicine campus.