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Senior Director of Digital Communications at the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA). Lover of comic books. Player of guitars. Fan of the Sixers, also the Phillies (still, somehow...).

February 2019 Artist of the Month: Celebrating the Work of Artists Affected by Multiple Sclerosis

Posted on February 1, 2019 by John MSAA

MSAA is very proud to present the final piece in our 2018-19 Art Showcase – celebrating the work of artists affected by multiple sclerosis (MS), like Patricia (below) who is a Wisconsin artist with multiple sclerosis.

We received many wonderful submissions from across the country and are delighted to share their work and their stories with you. Please visit our online gallery to view all of the submissions…and get ready next month for a new MS Art Showcase for 2019!

Patricia Heller – Sturgeon Bay, WI
Sunlight Blossoms

February Artist of the Month Patricia Heller Sunlight Blossoms

About the Artist

“Diagnosed twelve years ago, my life dramatically changed.

As the years have gone on, I have become better at both watercoloring and handling MS. With painting, I have learned to watch the movement of the water and the paint and capture it to create the images I intend. With MS symptoms, I have learned to listen to what my body is telling me and then use everything I have learned to manage MS.”

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January 2019 Artist of the Month: Celebrating the Work of Artists Affected by Multiple Sclerosis

Posted on January 4, 2019 by John MSAA

MSAA is very proud to present our 2018-19 Art Showcase – celebrating the work of artists affected by multiple sclerosis (MS), like Susan (below) who is a Texas artist with multiple sclerosis.

We received many wonderful submissions from across the country and are delighted to share their work and their stories with you. Please visit our online gallery to view all of the new submissions.

Susan Russo – Pearland, TX
Winter in Philadelphia

Susan Russo Artist of the Month Winter in Philadelphia

About the Artist

“I was diagnosed with RRMS in 2001. I’m not perfect. I have rough days. I cry. I get angry. But then, I pick up a paint brush and I start to create whatever I am feeling. I get lost in a beautiful world of lines and shades and colors. The creation of something visually beautiful helps me to refocus on the fact that I am so much more than my MS.

It’s my dream to change lives through my paintings and what better way to do so but to reach out to those suffering from MS and the myriad of other diseases people battle every day. If I can bring just one moment of joy or hope to one who is hurting, then, my mission is complete.”

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December 2018 Artist of the Month: Celebrating the Work of Artists Affected by Multiple Sclerosis

Posted on December 3, 2018 by John MSAA

MSAA is very proud to present our 2018-19 Art Showcase – celebrating the work of artists affected by multiple sclerosis (MS), like Terry (below) who is an Illinois artist with multiple sclerosis.

We have received many wonderful submissions from across the country and are delighted to share their work and their stories with you. Please visit our online gallery to view all of the new submissions.

Terry Grzelso – North Barrington, Illinois
Quiet Night

Quiet Night by Terry Grzeslo, Illinois artist with multiple sclerosis, MS Artist of the Month December 2018 BLOG

About the Artist

“Over the years, a variety of crafts and hobbies like lettering, detailed baking, and furniture refinishing filled my free time. As I’ve slowed down considerably, attention to my immediate surroundings and nature have provided new learning perspectives. I have found enhanced spiritual connectedness. New learning and artistic endeavors have truly supported my quality of life.”

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November 2018 Artist of the Month: Celebrating the Work of Artists Affected by Multiple Sclerosis

Posted on November 2, 2018 by John MSAA

MSAA is very proud to present our 2018-19 Art Showcase – celebrating the work of artists affected by multiple sclerosis (MS), like Judy (below) who is a Seattle artist with multiple sclerosis.

Judy Oberto – Seattle, WA
Charlie

Charlie by Judy, Seattle artist with multiple sclerosis

About the Artist

“My mom always told me I was just like her mother who was ‘slow, artistic, had beautiful skin and had MS.’ Since I was over 50, I was breathing a sigh of relief that I had missed the MS part. Then at 57, in 2002, I was diagnosed with MS. The diagnosis did prompt some major changes in our life, including a move to a more accessible house in a lovely area near Hood Canal, WA. I am 72 now, and I am happy to say, MS has not affected my mobility or dexterity very much.”

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October 2018 Artist of the Month: Celebrating the Work of Artists Affected by Multiple Sclerosis

Posted on October 1, 2018 by John MSAA

MSAA is very proud to present our 2018-19 Art Showcase – celebrating the work of artists affected by multiple sclerosis (MS).

Alexandra Trovato – Carmel, NY
New Hampshire in October

New Hampshire in October by Alexandra Trovato

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September 2018 Artist of the Month: Celebrating the Work of Artists Affected by Multiple Sclerosis

Posted on September 5, 2018 by John MSAA

MSAA is very proud to present our 2018-19 Art Showcase – celebrating the work of artists affected by multiple sclerosis (MS).

Tania Krawchenko Evans – Eagle River, AK
Coffee With A View

Tania artists affected by multiple sclerosis

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August 2018 Artist of the Month: Celebrating the Work of Artists Affected by Multiple Sclerosis

Posted on August 1, 2018 by John MSAA

MSAA is very proud to present our 2018-19 Art Showcase – celebrating the work of an artist affected by multiple sclerosis (MS).

Karen Bloom – Kendallville, IN
Summer Paradise

Summer Paradise by Karen Bloom artist affected by multiple sclerosis

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July 2018 Artist of the Month: Celebrating the Work of Artists Affected by Multiple Sclerosis

Posted on July 2, 2018 by John MSAA

MSAA is very proud to present our 2018-19 Art Showcase – celebrating the work of artists affected by multiple sclerosis (MS). Each month on our blog, we will highlight an artist of the month.

Martha Sue Meek – Arlington, TX
July 4th Cookout