Shortly before Christmas, I realized I could paint and manage small motor skill tasks again. I’ve spent a lot of time trying to pretend that these skills weren’t diminished. This came after being able to get on medication that has been incredibly helpful for my body. I’ve been able to paint and draw again like I started to in middle and high school, and as I have gotten older, the concentration and power (physical and mental) that it takes to do those tasks had become too much. I remain incredibly grateful to the doctors and NPs on my team that have documented my symptoms, provided care, and ultimately answers.
I was happy to be able to create two scenes for two very special people. I set out to paint them separate things and then I just felt like this paper was theirs. I couldn’t bring myself to cut it into their individual scenes. They belong together, in life and on paper. For a proper view, you’d look at each side of the painting. The following are cropped and oriented photos for your viewing convenience!
For a friend of mine, who grew up in Paris TN. I’m sorry they cut the trees down.
As I began thinking of presents, my bank account reminded me why I was blessed with creativity! So I set out to create something special and challenge myself in the way only I do when I find out I can do a task.
