GUIDEBOOK FOR ORDERING VISUAL ART

CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS MEDICINE

 GUIDEBOOK FOR
ORDERING VISUAL ART

CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS MEDICINE

 CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS MEDICINE
Thank you for your interest in enhancing your space with Houston Methodist
Employee photographic artwork. We invite you to look through this guidebook to
help you with your selection of artwork. We are here to help you along the way with
whatever you need or any questions you may have.

Our image collection features over 700 photographs for your choosing. The images
in our collection come from Houston Methodist employees, physicians, and
volunteers system-wide from our annual Healing Arts Exhibition.

We know that this artwork will have a positive improvement on your environment!

Artists of the 2018 Healing Arts Exhibition

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART 1: INTRODUCTION
PART 2: IMAGE SELECTION
PART 3: FINISHING OPTIONS
• FRAMING
• MATING
• GLAZING
• SIZING
PART 4: INSTALLATION GUIDE
• HOW TO REQUEST FMS INSTALL
• REQUIREMENTS
PART 5: CONTACT INFORMATION
GUIDEBOOK FOR ORDERING VISUAL ART

PART 1: INTRODUCTION
VISUAL ARTS IN YOUR SPACE
“Art can forge powerful connections between people, and—if thoughtfully
constructed—even brief discussions about artwork may make significant
positive impact on provider-patient understanding as well as on patient
mood.”[1]
Adding artwork to your space
is a simple way to make an
impact on your space. The
Center for Performing Arts
Medicine offers employee,
physician, and volunteer
images collected in the last 9
all-employee photography
exhibitions to brighten your
space.

[1]
George DR, de Boer, C, King TS, Hopkins M, Hammer J, Green M. (2017). 2017 Health Humanities Annual Conference. Presented in Houston, TX. March 9, 2017.
“The Value of Integrating Visual Arts (VIVA): Evaluating the Benefits of Hospital Room Artwork on Inpatient Wellbeing.”
GOALS FOR THIS GUIDEBOOK
The goal of this guidebook is to support Houston Methodist’s
commitment to delivering the highest quality patient care - the
Methodist Experience.

The guidebook establishes a quality level for displaying artwork in the

hospital that have been selected for their conformance to evidence-
based art principles with aims for:
1.Creating a healing environment for your space
2.Enhancing your staff’s morale
3.Meets patient safety regulations
4.Family and visitor satisfaction and well-being
5.Material and aesthetic maintenance
WHY ADD VISUAL ARTS?
• Healing: Art makes patients and staff feel better.
• Positive distraction: Art allows patients and visitors to focus on
something other than their (and the surrounding people’s) condition.
• Branding: Art improves the perception of care at the hospital and
serves as an element that users identify with.
• Deinstitutionalization: Art makes the hospital less intimidating.
• De-stressor: Patients, visitors, and staff use favorite pieces of art to
destress; this is particularly true for the staff.
• Way-finding: Prominent pieces of art serve as landmarks for
patients and visitors.[3]

[3] Kathy Hathorn and Upali Nanda. 2008. “A Guide to Evidence-Based Art.” Center for Health Design, http://www.healthdesign.org
CASE STUDIES FOR VISUAL ARTS
In a study on how patients actually experience and use art in hospitals
they found the inclusion of artwork in patient areas to have “the potential
to positively affect patients’ satisfaction.” They found that art, “influences
patients’ experience of safety, comfort, time and identity” and that “art
affects the degree of satisfaction with hospital treatment.” [2]

[2]
Stine L. Nielsen, Fich, L, Roesslerb, K. and Mullins, M. (2017). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF QUALITATIVE STUDIES ON HEALTH AND WELL-BEING, 2017. VOL.
12, NO. 1, 1267343. “How do patients actually experience and use art in hospitals? The significance of interaction: a user-oriented experimental case study.”
HOUSTON METHODIST CLEAR LAKE
Houston Methodist Clear Lake recently renovated their hospital
and incorporated CPAM artwork to enhance their healing
environment. The artwork spans almost every area of the
hospital and they even created a relaxation room for nurses,
using the tranquil imagery to set the tone of the space.

Images from Houston Methodist Clear Lake from left to right, top to bottom: Nurses relaxation room; 3rd floor Elevators, Entrance to Imaging, Entry way and
reception, Café, Outpatient waiting room
HOW TO ORDER
Once you read through this look book, you can begin making your
selections. CPAM staff will assist you every step of the way.
1. Choose your images
2. Choose your sizing and request any finishing adjustments
3. CPAM sends you a detailed breakdown of your order with pricing
4. Review your order, make any adjustments and approve
5. CPAM will send you an order confirmation and start your order
6. CPAM works with an outside vendor to print and frame your order.
7. Production of your order can take up to 6 weeks from the final
confirmation of your order to delivery of pieces. Delivery costs are
included in your final price. (Please note Holiday season may
increase production timeline)
8. Once your artwork arrives, you can schedule FMS (or your building
management) to install the pieces and wall labels.
As always, contact Caroline Docwra at any time,
cndocwra@houstonmethodist.org, 346-238-3508
GUIDEBOOK FOR ORDERING VISUAL ART

PART 2: IMAGE SELECTION

SELECTING YOUR IMAGES
You can select images yourself, we can assist in selecting appropriate images or if you
think your staff would enjoy helping select images, we can facilitate a survey where
employees rank images that they think would best contribute to a healing environment.

The CPAM staff is available to work with you to select the appropriate images for your
space. We can help you narrow down images based on what outcomes you hope to
achieve.

Most of the photography is centered on nature with a wide variety of subjects and colors
for you to choose from. The available images follow principles of evidenced-based art
research, which is based on scientific analysis of the impact of art in healthcare
environments on patients, staff, and visitors.

The following pages offer suggestions on how to think about the images you select and
you can view a selection of images from our collection at the link below.
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/fibmygtzj88gwhe/AACo-iB9el3QsQSH8wQT8cora?dl=0

As always, contact Caroline Docwra at any time,

cndocwra@houstonmethodist.org, 346-238-3508
AWARD WINNING IMAGES

2 018 NATURE REVEALED AWARD WINNERS (CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT): LYN PATRON, Canyon, 3rd PLACE; ERIN KIBBEY, Light the Way, 1ST PLACE;
JERRY VARGHESE, Rainbow Lorikeet, 2ND PLACE
CALMING WATER SCENES

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT: ANN HOLMES, Smooth Sailing; KRISTI PEREZ, Rockaway Beach; TODD W. TRASK , M.D., AnegadaBeach
FRESH FLORALS

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT: ADRIANNE HIRKA, R.N., Tropical Escape; QIANQUAN MA, Blooms Under the Sunset; FLOYD VIGIL, Morning Cactus;
F LORENCE SUEN, Pride of Barbados;
LUSH LANDSCAPES

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT:; SUBHENDU CHAKRABORTY, The Fields of Babel; F LOYD VIGIL, Bluebonnet Field I; JONATHAN BALK, Thai Waterfall
EVERY SEASON

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT: KEN HARGETT, Spring Blooms; GLENECIA "NECIE" GREEN, Arizona Trail Ride; MICHELE BRINKLEY, M.D., Winter
Evening; ANN HOLMES, Shower of Autumn;
SOULFUL SUNSETS

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT: TARA KLOVENSKI, Bolivar Sunset; BETTY HIETIKKO, Harmony; LEE ANN HARRISON, Florida Beach Sunset;
GEOMETRIC GEMS

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT: CHARLES GALLAGHER, Untitled; KIMBERLEY DUBOSE, Floral Folds; MATTHEW LANDRY, Aloe Polyphylla; TODD W. TRASK, M.D.,
Winter Sunset and Garron Bridge;
INSPIRATIONAL IMAGES

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT: PAULA KARONIKA; Niagara Falls Rainbow DARLENE RAINS, Glory in the Sky;
COLOR CODING

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT: ROSA SALINAS, Stairway to Heaven; MARIJOY MONDARES-OLIVER, Blooming; CORINA ROSALES, Golden Wheat;
LAURA HALL, Hide and Seek
AMUSING ANIMALS

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT: MATTHEW BENNETT, M.D., Macaw; F LORENCE SUEN, A Peacock in his Pride; ROBERT L. FRIEDMAN, M.D., Marine
Life; M inh Tran, Paintbrush and Blue
HOSPITAL LOCATION

We can also help you select art by employees from your hospital!
We have artwork in the collection from each hospital in the Methodist system.

CLEAR LAKE SUGAR LAND HMH

BAYTOWN

THE WOODLANDS WILLOWBROOK WEST CONTINUING CARE

C LOCKWISE FROM LEFT: LYN PATRON, Canyon; SAMANTHA TISCI, A Natural Balance; LAURA HALL, Hide and Seek; MATTHEW LANDRY, M.D., Sea Fan
Coral; C HARLENE TRINIDAD, A Bend Like No Other; ERIN KIBBEY, Light the Way; JONAE POWELL, Let your Light Shine - Embrace Possibilities; PAULA
KARONIKA, Niagara Falls Rainbow.
 GUIDEBOOK FOR ORDERING VISUAL ART

PART 3: FINISHING OPTIONS

RECOMMENDED FRAMES – Black Metal

Black frames are standard for

Houston Methodist. Metal
frames are best for infection
control and durability. For
more secure areas, other
products can be considered.
OPTIONAL FRAME COLOR - SILVER

Silver frames are available for

your space if requested. Silver
frames are also metal and are
best for infection control and
durability.
FRAMES FOR OFFICES/LOW TRAFFIC

For areas, that do not see high

traffic, wood frames are an
option. For instance, offices,
waiting rooms, offstage areas.
FRAMING

Framing is included in your pricing. All framing is done

to best practices in conservation and infection control.
CLEANING

Metal Frames – wipe down with a dry cloth. Water can be used to
clean stains.
Wood Frames - wipe down with a dry cloth only.
Plexi glass – wipe down with a dry cloth – ideally no lint
microfiber cloths. Plexi glass cleaner can be used to clean stains.
Recommended Plexi glass cleaner is Brilliantize
Available for purchase here:
http://www.brillianize.com/
HARDWARE

Locking hardware must be used for the installation of the pieces for the
safety of all patients, visitors, and staff. Anchors must be used in the
installation and can be provided by FMS.
SIZING

The size of the photograph you choose determines

the price of the order along with the frame finishing.
These are the standard options for sizes:
Image Size Frame Size Black Metal Silver Metal Brown Wood
11 x 17 inches 18 x 24 inches $170 $170 $168

20 x 30 inches 26 x 36 inches $320 $320 $260

32 x 48 inches 38 x 54 inches $565 $565 $765

Delivery costs and wall labels are included in your final price.

As always, contact Caroline Docwra at any time,

cndocwra@houstonmethodist.org, 346-238-3508
EXAMPLE 11 BY 17 WITH 18 BY 24 FRAME
EXAMPLE 20 BY 30 WITH 26 BY 36 FRAME
EXAMPLE 32 BY 48 WITH 38 BY 54 FRAME
WALL LABELS
Each photographed ordered comes with a
removable wall label with the artist’s information.
These labels are easy to install or remove and
replacements can be ordered by contacting CPAM
staff.
 GUIDEBOOK FOR ORDERING VISUAL ART

PART 4: INSTALLATION GUIDE

PREPARING YOUR SPACE

• Any existing artwork will need to be deinstalled and

returned. The walls will need to be prepped and painted
before installation.

• If you are painting your walls you will need to schedule

painting before the artwork installation.

• It is important to know who can install in your space, this will

be either FMS or MOB. This will be who you schedule
building maintenance. For questions contact FMS or MOB.
DIRECTIONS FOR FMS INSTALLATION
1. Login to MARS account.
2. Select “Create Service Request” under “Facilities Management” on the left side of the
welcome screen.

3. Fill in contact details.

4. Fill in request details including building, area, problem type (general maintenance), and write
subject. Keep subject short and include directive to call or email. I.E. Art de-install and 3
piece install; call for detail.

5. FMS will call or email you. At that time, please give them full details on request. Important
information will include: do any of the frames need hardware to hang, who will meet them,
when is the best time to install. FMS generally schedules work between 8am and 3pm M-F.
Make sure someone is there with the images to show where you would like them installed.
The FMS team will ask you how high images should be hung on the wall; please leave ample
room for hospital equipment to be stored and moved easily.
If you have any questions, please contact Caroline Docwra at 346-238-3508 or
cndocwra@houstonmethodist.org.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
• All pieces should be hung a height
of 60 inches to their center point.
Exceptions can be made when
there are fixtures on the wall.

• Multiple pieces on a wall should

have equal spacing from each
other and the edges of the wall
they are placed on. You will want
at least 20 inches between each
piece for the wall label.

• Wall labels should match the

bottom edge of the frame and
have a 1.5 inch spacing from the
frame.

As always, contact Caroline Docwra at any time,

cndocwra@houstonmethodist.org, 346-238-3508
GUIDEBOOK FOR ORDERING VISUAL ART

CONTACT INFORMATION
Caroline Docwra
Program Specialist – Visual Arts
cndocwra@houstonmethodist.org
346-238-3508

CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS MEDICINE

houstonmethodist.org/performing-arts
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