ELARTĒ Club and AIR Society Join Forces for a Night of Healing, Art, and Purpose
Photo Courtesy: ELARTĒ / AIR Society
By: UFIRST Production
New York, NY – May 1, 2025 — ELARTĒ, an art and wellness collective dedicated to creative living in New York City, teamed up with the AIR Society for the Sky’s the Limit Gala, held at the Ascent Lounge. The event supported National Jewish Health and brought together a diverse group of young professionals, philanthropists, and community leaders, creating an opportunity to raise awareness and funds for research and treatment in respiratory, cardiac, and immune-related diseases. This collaboration allowed attendees to connect and provided a chance to contribute to an important cause to advance health and wellness.
In a moment that bridged the worlds of medicine and creativity, ELARTĒ’s co-founders, Lera Nikitina—transformational artist and fashion entrepreneur—and Elena Ulansky, cultural strategist and wellness innovator, along with Patricia Silverstein, announced an upcoming collaboration between the Silverstein Dream Foundation and ELARTĒ ART Club this summer in the Hamptons. Lera Nikitina took the stage to introduce the club’s mission, sharing the story behind ELARTĒ’s creation—a members-only sanctuary where art serves as a self-care, empowerment, and healing practice.
“Our vision was to create a space where people could reconnect with themselves through creative expression,” said Lera Nikitina. “Art is not just a skill; it’s medicine for the soul. We’re honored to share this vision in partnership with the AIR Society and National Jewish Health.”
As part of the silent auction, ELARTĒ donated a standout experience: a private healing art session for up to 15 guests at their exclusive Manhattan loft studio. This immersive gathering, led by ELARTĒ’s team of guides and artists, includes intention setting, sound healing, meditation, and expressive painting, offering guests a rare opportunity to explore the intersection of mindfulness and creativity in an intimate, luxurious setting. The auction lot drew enthusiastic bids and underscored the growing interest in wellness experiences that provide emotional depth and aesthetic impact.
The gala highlighted the shared goals of both organizations. The AIR Society is focused on supporting medical research and care, while ELARTĒ explores using art as a therapeutic tool to address stress and support emotional well-being. As both fields continue to grow in importance within modern wellness practices, their collaboration offers an opportunity to explore the intersection of medicine and creativity. Together, they blend innovative healthcare approaches with community-driven, creative practices, contributing to a broader understanding of well-being that encompasses physical and emotional health.
This event marked ELARTĒ’s first public philanthropic partnership before its grand opening. It created a sense of anticipation among attendees and introduced the club as a space that blends culture and wellness. With an emphasis on creativity and well-being, ELARTĒ aims to offer a welcoming environment for New York individuals interested in fostering personal growth, building connections, and exploring new ways to engage with art and wellness. The event provided a glimpse of what the club hopes to offer as it continues to develop its community-driven vision.
Discover ELARTĒ: www.elarte.art
Follow AIR Society: @nyairsociety
Published by Liz SD.
