Spotlight Your Talents in MSAA’s 2026-2027 Art Showcase

It’s that time of year again! Every year, the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) hosts a digital Art Showcase, displaying the beautiful artwork and heartfelt stories of individuals with MS. Over the years, we have received many wonderful submissions from people from all over the country. We are once again hosting the Art Showcase and invite you to participate!

Beginning now until January 9, 2026, MSAA will accept visual art submissions for the 2026-2027 Art Showcase. Participants are encouraged to submit up to three pieces of artwork including but not limited to: paintings, drawings, digital artwork, and photography. Please note that all artwork must be photographed or digitally captured.

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Amanda Chavez – MSAA’s October 2025 Artist of the Month

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.

Gato Luna

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Karen Pagen Cruz – MSAA’s September 2025 Artist of the Month

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 Karen Pagen Cruz as September’s Artist of the Month. Karen is from Manchester, NH.

Grounded Roots

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Benjamin Roma – MSAA’s August 2025 Artist of the Month

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 Benjamin Roma as August’s Artist of the Month. Benjamin is from Seattle, Washington.  

Beauty in a Field 

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April Yamamura – MSAA’s July 2025 Artist of the Month

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 April Yamamura as July’s Artist of the Month. April is from Niagara Falls, NY.

“Summer Scene”

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Vanessa Willison – MSAA’s June 2025 Artist of the Month

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 Vanessa Willison as June’s Artist of the Month. Vanessa is from Dorchester, NE.

“Untitled”

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Eileen Dillon – MSAA’s May 2025 Artist of the Month

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 Eileen Dillon as May’s Artist of the Month. Eileen is from Castle Rock, CO

“Our First Date”

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April Palmer – MSAA’s April 2025 Artist of the Month

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 April Palmer as April’s Artist of the Month. April is from Holstein, IA.

“Lady Bug in Spring”

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Merrilee Schultz – March 2025 Artist of the Month

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 Merrilee Schultz as March’s Artist of the Month. Merrilee is from Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

“Chaos”

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MSAA Debuts the Largest Art Showcase Yet!

Every year, MSAA celebrates the artistic talents of the MS community in our digital Art Showcase. We are honored to have received such inspiring stories and pieces of art over the years. This year, we are excited to launch MSAA’s largest Art Showcase to date! With the participation of more than 85 artists, and over 240 art pieces displayed, the 2025 Art Showcase highlights the experiences of artists with MS from across the country.

Beginning this month, in honor of MS Awareness Month, one artist will be featured per month as our Artist of the Month. Artists of the Month will be shared on MSAA’s website, MS Conversations blog, and social media platforms. We highly encourage you to view this one-of-a-kind Showcase by visiting MSAA’s 2025 Art Showcase webpage.