The series, The Human Anatomy are colorful, detailed images of the organs within the human body. They are not an accurate depiction of the body’s organ, but a study, in one visualizing what the organ might look like; to use these images as a vehicle to begin to envision the healing process. As an individual, who has experienced chronic and life threatening illness, I found it beneficial in creating these images for my own healing and understanding.
In creating these paintings, I envisioned a healing image. The process of creating and painting my own healing symbol empowered me. It gave me the courage to continue to fight and take back the control that I felt I had none while I was struggling with my own illness. My hope is that these images can help empower and give hope to others who have struggled or are currently struggling with a life threatening or chronic illness. To envision and reflect on a positive outcome is the first step to Hope and Healing.