for their donation towards the future AIM makers studio and gallery! This momentous, generous donation will support the construction of the space, as well as the artists in residence who will create in it for many years to come. Pictured left to right: Traci d'Auguste, Chief Operating Officer of UF Health Shands, Jenny Lee, Director of Arts in Medicine, Clare Garner of the W.T. Bland Jr. Charitable Trust

Artist in residence Sarah Hinds began hosting HeART gatherings in schools, community centers, and parks, where local residents create over 1,500 individual mosaic hearts to be installed in a public art piece in 2024. Each heart will represent a thread in the vibrant fabric of our community, woven together to form a powerful visual symbol of unity and creativity.

Lauren Arce, AIM Nurse Practitioner and Co-Investigator, sat down with us to share what prompted her to explore “What helps and what gets in the way of healthcare worker participation in workplace arts programs?” Check it out at the link below and stay tuned as the study continues to evolve!