George W. Bush unveils his painting of Barney: Top five benefits of painting

Painting is a wonderful way to express yourself, choosing colors and brushes to suit your need. Cynaminart.com explains this concept well:Painting is also an outlet for self-expression. Sometimes, if you do not exactly know what to paint and you just let your instincts guide you, the end result is a piece of art that reflects your inner state of being. In fact, psychologists often use drawings and paintings to evaluate the mental and emotional condition of their subjects.Former President George W. Bush's love for his pet of 12 1/2 years is certainly distinguishable in his oil painting of Barney. George W. Bush unveiled his painting of Barney Bush on the day he announced his death of lymphoma. A finished product gives the artist a sense of accomplishment and pride. Artwork is something that can be shared with others through its display and even through its sale. Often celebrity hobby painters will donate paintings to charity auctions. According to Drawing Strokes.com, painting is believed to be one of the very best ways to relieve stress. Former President George W. Bush served a very stressful eight years in the White House, and painting is an excellent way to relax and clear his mind.  Artists, regardless of their skill and talent, find a wonderful escape in their painting.View the list »
Oil painting of Barney by George W. Bush is unveiled as his beloved dog's death is announced

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Former President George W. Bush unveiled his oil painting of Barney, the beloved White House dog, as he announces his death from lymphoma on Friday, Feb. 1. 2013. CBS News has the story. The former president began oil painting as a hobby when he retired to his farm in Texas.

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Barney, a Scottish Terrier, was 12 ½ years old when he died. George W. Bush likes to paint dogs, and his oil painting of Barney does convey a significance likeness to his constant companion.

Oil painting, along with other artistic endeavors, has many benefits. Artists and hobbyists will quickly tell you the total relaxation and escape that they experience when painting.

It is also interesting to note that it is never too late to begin painting. According to Aging Home Health Care, Grandma Moses was in seventies when she began her painting career using house paint and no fancy art lessons!

View the attached slide show list, “The top five benefits of painting,” to consider why the former president enjoys his artistic pursuits so much.

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  •  According to Drawing Strokes.com, painting is believed to be one of the very best ways to relieve stress. Former President George W. Bush served a very stressful eight years in the White House, and painting is an excellent way to relax and clear his mind.  Artists, regardless of their skill and talent, find a wonderful escape in their painting.
  •  George W. Bush unveiled his painting of Barney Bush on the day he announced his death of lymphoma. A finished product gives the artist a sense of accomplishment and pride. Artwork is something that can be shared with others through its display and even through its sale. Often celebrity hobby painters will donate paintings to charity auctions.
  • Painting is a wonderful way to express yourself, choosing colors and brushes to suit your need. Cynaminart.com explains this concept well:Painting is also an outlet for self-expression. Sometimes, if you do not exactly know what to paint and you just let your instincts guide you, the end result is a piece of art that reflects your inner state of being. In fact, psychologists often use drawings and paintings to evaluate the mental and emotional condition of their subjects.Former President George W. Bush's love for his pet of 12 1/2 years is certainly distinguishable in his oil painting of Barney.
  • According to Aging Home Healthcare.com, oil painting has proven benefits to the brain. It helps build up the parts of the brain that control muscle movement.  Since the former president's father, George H. W. Bush, has suffered with Parkinson's Disease, sometimes hereditary, it is a good thing that George W. Bush is taking advantage of the brain-building that oil painting gives him. Oil painting helps connect the brain to the body. 
  •  In many ways, painting can add joy to a person's life, especially at times when they are at loose ends, such as retirement like George W. Bush. Painting is a task that takes almost all of a person's focus with very pleasant activity. Like a child with a new box of crayons, painting gives an unlimited sense of possibility. Besides the pure joy of creating, painting can be a social activity, too, if that is what is needed.  Group classes are a chance to create while enjoying the camaraderie of others who enjoy the same things.  
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