MSAA features the work of many talented artists affected by multiple sclerosis as part of our annual MSAA Art Showcase. Each month we share these artists’ inspiring stories and beautiful artwork with you as our Artist of the Month. This month, we celebrate Amanda Chavez as October’s Artist of the Month.  Amanda is from Anthem, AZ.

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About the Artist: Amanda Chavez – Anthem, AZ

“This is my second year submitting my art. I enjoy painting as it’s my escape from my diagnosis. I was diagnosed in May of 2020. I have learned to adjust to living with MS. My twin sister, mother, and older sister also have multiple sclerosis, so I have a great support system who really understands what I go through on a day-to-day basis. Art is my passion and has been since I was a child. I never pursued my art academically beyond high school. Almost everything I paint is self-taught and I love to learn new ideas and techniques. All my art is acrylic painting, but one day I would like to try oil. As long as I am able to have movement in my hands and have no tremors, I will always continue with my artwork. I am thankful for the strong MS community and happy to share our connection through art.”