Sheila Shaeffer-Hirsh
I am a retired librarian and elementary school teacher. I came to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab for inpatient rehabilitation after spine surgery to replace a degenerated disc. I am so grateful to everyone ... the doctors, nurses, PCTs, therapists, art therapist, chaplain, housekeepers and food service team members. Everyone was kind, patient and encouraging. I feel that I made great progress because of their holistic approach to treatment. Being artistic and creative has helped me to heal. I like to use what I have learned to challenge myself to combine multiple mediums in my art. I use leather, paper, cloth, thread, metal, paint, ink and enamel. I usually am working on multiple pieces so I can step back and let my art tell me what to do next. I’ve been on a creative journey over many years. There have been some detours, but no roadblocks. My art shows what I’ve learned and who I am.
Two Hand-Forged Bracelet (2)
Forged Silver Dangle Earrings
Two Circles Pendant Necklace
Red and Gold Pendant Necklace
Fold formed, textured cuff Bracelet
Red Leather Book 7” x 5” x 1.24”
Hand Sewn Blue Seashell Book 5” x 3.25” x 1”
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