ART, HEALING & HAPPINESS

Allison Graham & Keri Lovato Rachael Garcia, Angelica Richmond & Beth Jones Becca Macpherson & Callie Foster

Lana Rutledge & Tabatha Akins

Sarah McKenny

Story & Photography by Tony Centonze A small group, led by Keri Lovato, gathered recently at officeNow for an afternoon session of Art, Healing & Happiness, and the chance to raise a little money for Arts for Hearts of Clarksville.

“We started Female Guides of Clarksville and Middle Tennessee because we wanted a space for women in leadership roles, a safe place for them to seek out counseling and support,” Keri Lovato said. “We also want to be able to extend that support to the community, and our local nonprofits. So, we’ll be holding events like this to benefit organizations like Arts for Hearts.”

“Tonight is our first event, and we’re really excited. This is a quiet little social for the ladies. We’ll have some art journals, table top games, and a selection of sweets provided by Callie Foster. We’ll just gather and chitchat, and all the proceeds from today’s event will benefit Arts for Hearts.”

Barbara Kale from Arts for Hearts put together a special project for the ladies in attendance. At the end of the evening, the group’s watercolor creation was to be matted and presented to Keri Lovato, in appreciation of her efforts.

Barbara Kane

Tabatha Akins