Making A Mark

“Making a Mark” is a statewide initiative spearheaded by Church Health. The goal of this initiative is to encourage non-profits and FQHCs (Federally Qualified Health Centers) across the state to track 1-2 wellness markers. This will enable us to showcase the impact we are making as a care collaborative, and also support long-term funding and fundraising efforts for our work.
Making A Mark at Church Health Memphis
Making A Mark at Church Health Memphis
Making A Mark at Church Health Memphis
Making A Mark at Church Health Memphis
Making A Mark at Church Health Memphis

About the Artist

Born in rural Louisiana, George Hunt was a Memphis-based artist with a studio on Beale Street, but he was also an artist of national prominence. 

His painting America Cares/Little Rock Nine was installed in the White House for five years. His painting commemorating blues music was displayed in the lobby of Radio City Music Hall during the opening of Martin Scorcese’s film Lightnin’ in a Bottle in 2003. In 2005 the US Postal Service used his painting as the image for a stamp commemorating the Civil Rights Movement.

Hunt may be best known locally as the official artist for the Memphis in May Beale Street Music Festival. His paintings were used for the festival fine art posters for 28 years.

The card image is used with permission of the Hunt Family and David Simmons. 

This painting is from the collection of Dr. and Mrs. Scott Morris. George Hunt gave this painting to show his appreciation for the care Church Health provides for people in his community.

Visit the artist’s homepage: georgehuntart.com

Making A Mark at Church Health Memphis
George Hunt was the official artist for every Memphis in May, Beale Street Music Festival poster between 1992 and 2019.