Charles Crawford
I had a stroke in 2016 that caused expressive aphasia. After multiple surgeries, I started therapy at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. I was able to get back to creating art by using my left, non- dominant hand. My experience of “re-finding“ art is a happy one. Thanks to my previous experience with drawing, painting and martial arts, I was able to remain disciplined and focused throughout my healing process. Before my stroke, I owned and operated an art gallery and custom-framing business. I also taught art history, visual arts, martial arts and culinary arts at the high-school level. I recently planted a flower garden, and I found it very therapeutic — just being able to put my hand in the soil and touch the roses. Thanks to therapy at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, I am gradually advancing all of my abilities. My wife and I have a motto: “If anyone can fix it, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab can!!“
Fashion 19.5” x 25.5” (framed)
Cats Meow 26.5” x 20.5”(framed)
Una Casa 20.75” x 26.75”(framed)
Reflections 24” x 20” (framed)
SAMURAI 20” x 16”
Derby Manus 26.5” x 39.75”
Rainbow Mystic 48” x 36”
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