While knowing the areas I struggle in I tried to focus on adapting to create ways so that I felt most successful while painting. This piece was the outcome of that initial process. 

This Is Me 

This photo is special to me as it was taken in the air while I was on my way to say goodbye to my grandpa. A memorable winter Alaskan sunset. 

The Last Sunset Before Goodbye

I let myself get lost in this piece and tried to enjoy creating in the moment instead of getting caught up in my frustration. Fully letting myself just go with it and be okay with whatever I ended up with was something I felt good about once I was finished. It's not perfect by any means, but I've decided that accepting that is part of this process. 

My Pockets Of Sunshine

For months I was not ready to fully accept the loss of control I was feeling within my body. After starting this piece almost a year ago, I looked at it almost every day and wished I could finish it. I let frustration and anger consume me each time I picked up the paintbrush and couldn't keep my hand from shaking, so I stopped painting for months. This piece is a huge victory for me, as I had never finished a canvas until now. This was my first step toward accepting, adjusting, and loving myself in spite of the changes I am facing. 

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