We are incredibly excited to welcome John back to the Center for Hope and Healing family as he helps bring renewed creativity and connection to our therapeutic art program. John brings not only extraordinary artistic talent and decades of experience, but also a warmth, compassion, and passion for helping others that beautifully complements the mission and heart of our Center. His ability to foster creativity, healing, and self-expression through the arts makes him an invaluable addition to the meaningful work we do each day.
About John: John Davis is a lifelong resident of Central Pennsylvania with a deep passion for the arts, creative expression, and community engagement. After a successful 15-year career in the corporate world, John dedicated the next 25 years to the Milton Hershey School, where he served primarily as a High School Art Teacher and School-wide Coordinator of Visual Arts, inspiring generations of students through creativity and experiential learning.
John currently maintains a shared studio space at The Millworks.
A dedicated advocate for the arts community, John has served as President of the Hershey Area Art Association and held board positions with the Art Association of Harrisburg and Jump Street. He currently serves on the boards of the Susquehanna Art Museum and Sprocket Mural Works. In addition, John has contributed his expertise as an entry juror for Habitat for Humanity’s annual Art Auction for more than a decade, as well as for Harrisburg’s annual Artsfest.
Drawing inspiration from travel, life experiences, and human connection, John explores a wide range of artistic mediums including acrylics, oils, watercolors, mixed media, ceramics, and mosaic design. At the heart of his work is a commitment to helping both youth and adults discover their voice, purpose, and passion through the transformative power of visual arts.
John will be co- facilitating two therapeutic art groups in May with Center for Hope and Healing therapist, Diana Robinson. Active clients can sign up at the front desk and non-clients can sign up through events on our Facebook page.