2023

At thirty-four, I began to fulfill one of my ambitions, which was to be an artist. I’m sixty-five now, and twenty-five years ago, I was diagnosed with anxiety, which at times is crippling. My painting has helped me learn how

A friend once told me that I have a charmed life. Then, out of nowhere, with no warning, that “charmed life” crumbled before my eyes. My art soothes my mind and lets me escape to the time and place of

I was born with a disability in one of my hands. I can draw anime and my favorite cartoons. My favorite thing to draw is Dragon Ball. Z.R. Anime Action NFS Is this one your favorite? Cast your vote for

Art, for me, like so many others, was a childhood pastime. It was a way to express myself without fear of judgment—an escape and a form of liberation. Over this extended period of incarceration, I have found that art can

I’ve lived with depression and anxiety most of my life. About 5 years ago, I started acrylic painting to relieve my depression and anxiety. This painting is inspired by “The Art Sherpa” by Frida Kahlo. Jeff Frida Kahlo Negotiable Is

As a teenager, I lost the ability to speak. The one steady thing in my life was my family. They were incredibly supportive. They were also crafters. I wanted to feel united with my family, even if I couldn’t express