Posted on Dec.13.2024September 24, 2025

Birds of a Feather Exhibition Virtual Gallery

Digital collage featuring a selection of bird-themed artworks from the Birds of a Feather exhibition at the Healing Arts Gallery. Images include a red cardinal, a clocktower scene with birds, detailed drawings of owls and crows, a mandarin duck, a loon on water, and colorful carrots. Decorative purple ribbon graphics frame the left and right sides. Text reads: “Healing Arts Gallery – Birds of a Feather.”

Overview

Art heals. Community connects. Join us at MCH.

In the heart of the picturesque Monadnock Region, where history intertwines with creativity, Monadnock Community Hospital’s Healing Arts Gallery stands as a testament to the powerful intersection of healing and art.

A celebration of birdlife, beauty, and healing through art

Art has a unique ability to comfort, inspire, and connect us. At Monadnock Community Hospital’s Healing Arts Gallery, we believe in the power of creativity to support emotional and physical well-being. Our Birds of a Feather exhibition, now available as a virtual gallery, brings that mission to life.

This exhibition features stunning works by local and regional artists who explore the grace, mystery, and symbolism of birds. Whether soaring through expansive skies or perched quietly in the trees, these feathered creatures invite reflection and peace. Each piece was selected to evoke a sense of freedom, resilience, and renewal—offering a moment of calm to all who view them.

The Birds of a Feather Virtual Gallery allows you to experience the exhibit from anywhere. Whether you’re visiting from home or sharing it with a loved one, the gallery is open 24/7 and accessible to all at no cost. It’s part of our commitment to making art a part of the healing journey for patients, visitors, staff, and our community.

Explore the gallery online now and let these powerful artworks lift your spirit.

Virtual Gallery

Framed bird-themed artwork and origami cranes are displayed on cream-colored walls in a corner of the Healing Arts Gallery, with a glass case of small bird sculptures and prints below.

A hallway gallery display featuring framed nature and bird-themed artworks with balanced lighting and warm-toned carpet flooring.

A vibrant row of framed illustrations and mixed media works, each with bird-inspired themes, showcased alongside two vertical strings of origami paper cranes.

Five smiling women pose together in front of displayed artwork at Monadnock Community Hospital’s Healing Arts Gallery during the Birds of a Feather opening.

An eclectic mix of bird-themed artwork, including paintings on birch bark and canvas, displayed along a well-lit gallery wall.

A detailed painting of a lynx on a piece of birch bark, framed by colorful origami paper cranes, part of the Birds of a Feather exhibition at MCH’s Healing Arts Gallery.

Guests gather and chat in the hallway of the Healing Arts Gallery during the Birds of a Feather opening reception, with framed artwork and colorful paper cranes lining the walls.

Meet the Artists

This exhibition brings together a diverse group of artists whose work invites us to observe, reflect, and reconnect with nature. Each piece in Birds of a Feather offers a personal lens on wildlife, emotion, and the natural world—often rooted in the artist’s own community connection to Monadnock Community Hospital.

Together, these artists remind us of the healing power of art and the ways in which we are all connected—like birds of a feather.

Featured artists:

Joan Barrows
Denise Bernier
Julie Gargan
Christina Johnson
Liz Knight
Elizabeth Scargill
Vicki Tkaczevski

Joan Barrows

A former Healing Arts Gallery Committee member, Joan has worked in oils since 2009. Her large-scale acrylic paintings of animals bring a bold and expressive energy to the gallery.

A small, softly painted image of a female cardinal with subtle reds, olives, and browns, perched against a pale background.

A vivid painting of a monarch caterpillar in black, white, and yellow, depicted in striking detail across a long horizontal canvas.

A black and white painting of a seated black bear on canvas drop cloth, with bold brush strokes giving the animal a textured and expressive look.

Denise Bernier

A lifelong educator turned illustrator, Denise began focusing on her animal neighbors and backyard beauty during the pandemic. Her work includes detailed drawings and custom pet portraits.

A soft, realistic drawing of a chickadee perched on a sprig of red berries, composed against a gentle neutral-toned background.

A serene image of a young plover standing in shallow water, its fluffy reflection visible beneath it, illuminated by soft morning light and a blue seashore.

A highly detailed colored pencil drawing of a male cardinal perched on a light branch, with soft background textures evoking a frosty winter morning.

A drawing of a loon swimming across a green lake with two fluffy chicks riding on its back and swimming alongside, reflecting calm family connection.

A pastel drawing of a female cardinal sitting on a reddish branch, set against a muted lavender and tan field background.

Julie Gargan

Julie works with wood, stone, moss, and found objects to reflect her deep spiritual connection with animals and nature. Her art feels alive with the symbolism of animals and elemental forms.

An acrylic painting of an Eastern bluebird perched on a branch, rendered on an oval slab of wood with bark edges, set against a soft green and yellow background.

Christina Johnson

A passionate advocate for animal rights and environmental awareness, Christina uses her art to inspire change.

Liz Knight

With a background in product design and invention, Liz brings joy and playfulness to her pen and ink illustrations. Her quick-sketch style captures both everyday objects and whimsical scenes with charm.

A watercolor sketch of a rustic New England farmhouse with red siding and green lawns, framed in white with a light blue background.

A whimsical watercolor illustration of colorful ice shacks and vehicles lined up in rows across a frozen lake, with people ice fishing and snowy skies above.

A vibrant watercolor painting of a sunny European-style street corner with yellow and orange buildings, café umbrellas, and passersby.

A sunny Parisian street scene depicted in watercolor and ink, featuring outdoor café tables, leafy trees, and bustling foot traffic under a blue sky.

Elizabeth Scargill

A community healthcare nurse and artist, Elizabeth began painting still life pieces during the pandemic as a creative outlet. Elizabeth’s work already graces several hospital spaces.

Vicki Tkaczevski

An experienced painter, graphic designer, and nurse, Vicki is a member of both the Nashua and Monadnock Area Artists Associations. Her healthcare experience deeply informs her creative work.

A colorful and whimsical drawing of a sunflower with leafy arms standing at the base of stone steps leading to a red door. The scene includes a small pond, hanging vines, birdbaths, a white cat in a window, and a golden brick building, evoking a sense of playful welcome. Artwork titled Welcome Home by Vicki Tkaczevski.

Connecting Worlds

At Monadnock Community Hospital, we believe in the synergy of healing and art. The Healing Arts Gallery serves as a bridge, connecting the worlds of healthcare and artistic expression. Our exhibitions not only enrich the cultural landscape of our region, but also contribute to the proven therapeutic benefits of engaging with beautiful artwork. The Healing Arts Gallery is a venue for artists to exhibit in varied mediums, resulting in a visual experience which promotes the proven healing and restorative benefits of art. Our vision extends beyond the current exhibition. We aspire to cultivate a permanent art collection for the hospital, a legacy that will continue to uplift the spirits of patients and visitors for generations to come.

Visit Us

The entrance to the Healing Arts Gallery is conveniently located adjacent to the Sarah Hogate Bacon Emergency Services Department. The Healing Arts Gallery is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The gallery is open to all.
For additional information or to purchase a piece, please contact Katharyn Ernst at 603-924-4682 or email Katharyn.Ernst@MCHMail.org. A portion of sales benefits the Healing Arts program at MCH. To submit artwork see our Gallery Submission page.

Monadnock Community Hospital

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Explore the gallery online now and let these powerful artworks lift your spirit.

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Joan Barrows
Denise Bernier
Julie Gargan
Christina Johnson
Liz Knight
Elizabeth Scargill
Vicki Tkaczevski

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