“At the deepest level, the creative process and the healing process arise from a single source. When you are an artist, you are a healer.” — Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen

Art can be as haunting as it is beautiful. It can be a reprieve from fears and traumas or the catalyst that forces you to face them. Art is cathartic, for both the artist and viewer. This week, on the 17th anniversary, we explore the works of art created in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks.

9/11 Peace Story Quilt: Faith Ringgold and New York City students

Dear Jeff…: Virginia Fitzgerald

9/11 Series: Donna Levinstone

Untitled artwork appearing in Tribeca: Banksy

IX XI: Ultra Violet

Tumbling Woman: Eric Fischl

Never Forget 2: Busser Howell

Gesture: Manju Shandler

Fallen: Doug and Mike Starn