In particular, she explained, it helps those people who come into the hospital for treatment. And, according to Maj. Thirsa Martinez, team leader of the KACH Area Beautification Process Action Team, that is exactly why Keller decided to bring this project to West Point. The intent of PaintFest was to send a message of hope and love to those that are ill. Not only was this project a success with 60 ceiling tiles, four murals and two wall paintings completed, everyone that participated in PaintFest had a pleasant time, Tina Feight said.
People love it.
At first they might be a little bit apprehensive because they think they can't do it because they are not artistic. Well, you don't have to be artistic. The finishing touches are put on each canvas once volunteers have deemed it complete. The black outlines are redrawn if needed. Cups of pre-selected and mixed paints were placed out on tables Feb. 4.