Sometimes Life Throws the Best Curveballs
My name is Wendy Johnston. I am a 52-year-old mother of 4 from Canada. My children are all grown and a number of years ago I suffered from medical issues that prevented me from continuing in the workforce. This came at such a time in my life that I felt I had lost purpose and direction and struggled daily with feelings of continued worth in a society that values such things.
After being on disability for 6+ years with mental health issues and a chronic pain condition, I found that I was still able to draw. The solace and comfort I found in making art gave me renewed hope.
Now I am in my first year of a Visual Arts Diploma at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, BC Canada. Although I am still disabled and struggle with my conditions daily, I have found a place in society where I still feel valued and able to contribute in my own meaningful way.
I have found such joy in the things I am creating, I can not imagine why I ever left art back in my youth. It really is true that when one door closes, another opens.
This drawing is called The Eye Patch.
Beautiful and creative!
Intricate, interesting view of a garden growth of eyes.
Wow her work must sell for hundreds of thousands. This gal has awesome talent!