In the heart of the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona, the 6th Floor Gallery has been transformed into a sanctuary of serenity with fine art photographer Jon Wendell’s latest exhibit. Featuring breathtaking images of Hawaii’s ocean and shorelines, Wendell’s work immerses viewers in the soothing embrace of deep blues and shimmering aquamarines. These tranquil seascapes, rich with movement and light, serve as a powerful testament to the healing and transformative nature of art in medical spaces.

The Mayo Clinic’s Center for Humanities in Medicine beautifully captures the essence of this exhibit:

"Where desert meets the surf… Our newest exhibit in the 6th Floor Gallery is the photography of Jon Wendell. A collection of coastlines and seascapes from Hawaii, these images are soothing, tranquil, transportative, and inspirational. Thank you @jwfinearts and @pavilionfinearts for sharing your work with the patients and staff of Mayo Clinic! On exhibit through April, 6th Floor, Mayo Clinic Building in Phoenix."

Art in healthcare environments is more than decoration—it provides comfort, distraction, and emotional relief. Research has shown that exposure to calming imagery, such as Wendell’s vast ocean horizons and rhythmic waves, can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and promote overall well-being. For patients, families, and caregivers navigating the challenges of medical treatment, these images offer a much-needed escape—a reminder of the world’s beauty beyond hospital walls.

Jon Wendell’s photography invites viewers on a visual journey to the shores of Hawaii, where the meeting of land and sea mirrors the balance between struggle and renewal. His work is a gift to all who encounter it, a moment of peace amid uncertainty.

Be sure to visit the exhibit on the 6th Floor of Mayo Clinic Phoenix before it closes in April.