88 – The Owl

88 – The Owl

I have bipolar disorder and I hear voices that get worse when I am alone. When I get depressed I feel isolated. I have been able to stay out of the hospital for a while. I have been homeless before

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27 – Untitled

27 – Untitled

My name is Ursula, and I enjoy helping my mother, dancing to my favorite beats and being with family and friends. I’ve been diagnosed with intellectual disability and I also battle high blood pressure. It has been a challenge to

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93 – Yes

93 – Yes

I have schizoaffective disorder. I come to class at Riverbend. It helps me to come to Riverbend and take my medicine. I live alone in an apartment and like it. I work hard to be independent and stable. It helps me to

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49 – A Fruit Bowl

49 – A Fruit Bowl

My name is Sharon and my picture means joy because there is fruit. Fruit symbolizes plenty and good health and it offers a great diet. A good diet is so important in life. I like to draw to keep me motivated.

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79 – Family Grill Out

79 – Family Grill Out

I was diagnosed with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. I have struggled with outbursts and anger problems. I have maintained recovery and independence by attending day treatment and taking medications. I live with my grandmother and in the future I

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40 – Flowers

40 – Flowers

My name is Shenise and I participate at the Center of Hope. My picture reminds me of being outside in the rising sunshine. I like to look at flowers and smell them. When I started this painting, it helped to

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4 – Frosty

4 – Frosty

My name is Debbie, I’m 46 years old and I attend Azalea Training Center in Millbrook, AL. My hobbies included watching Netflix and playing cards. My favorite actor is Robert Picard from, Star Trek Voyager and I also volunteer at

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36 – Rainbow Unicorn

36 – Rainbow Unicorn

I have bipolar disorder and ADHD, having bipolar disorder can be pretty difficult sometimes and it can be hard to take care of myself. My family had to take care of me. It was really hard after my grandmother died

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41 – Mountain Valley

41 – Mountain Valley

My name is William. I won an art contest in third grade but didn’t receive it until the fourth grade. My third grade teacher called to congratulate me on winning. Since then, I’ve continued to draw mountains, valleys and nature.

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7 – Paradise

7 – Paradise

My name is Deatrice. I have been participating in the 1920 Club Art Program for ten years. Doing art helps me feel more capable, stable and motivated. I feel more relaxed and joyful! I love doing abstracts and using bright

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