Sea Dreams
$115.00
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Knotted hanging using recycled cotton fiber, driftwood, copper wire, amethyst and jaspar beads
About the Artist
Christine Severson
Growing up in small town Iowa, my 7th grade art teacher said I had the least potential for art of any student he had taught. Not having the confidence or insight to question, creating was not a part of my life until…life was altered in an instant 46 years ago. While working as an RN in a spinal cord injury unit an accident occurred while transferring a quadriplegic patient. He was fine, I was left with spinal nerve damage. After numerous surgeries and treatments, I was left with chronic pain and limited mobility. After my nursing career ended, I discovered the joy of working with my hands. The mediums in which I create have to be light weight and worked from a semi-reclined position. Weaving macrame, pine needle baskets and wire jewelry have become my passions. Creating has saved my life helping me cope with pain and limitations, giving me positive mental energy and a sense of self pride. It is important for my family is able to witness these positives. Creating is the gift of my pai
Art on display at Courage Kenny and featured online at www.CourageArt.org
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