A talented photographer and determined multiple sclerosis warrior
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“I simply wanted to be a voice for my disabled sisters and brothers who often feel unseen, unheard, undervalued and misunderstood.”
“There is no such thing as a great talent without great will power.” - Honore de Balzac. Patricia is an award-winning visual artist with primary progressive multiple sclerosis. When diagnosed, she channeled her creativity in photography by taking daily self-portraits that would show what it is like to live with a disability. This exciting self-projection helped Patricia positively engage in creativity and concentrate on the unique moments captured in her camera rather than focusing on the symptoms of her condition. This self-portrait essay called “Falling Into Place” won several awards such as Prague’s Photo Annual Awards and FotoVisura Grant for Outstanding Personal Photography Project. The essay has also been featured on print and television media like ABC, CBS, Huffington Post and BBC World Update to name a few. Patricia's self-portrait book “Falling Into Place was published by Ffotogallery in Cardiff, Wales and the book is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art library in New York City. Patricia uses her book and celebrity for advocacy and education with audiences ranging from high schools to corporations. Along the way, she has picked up the nickname “Grandma techno” during her work at the annual Movement Detroit electronic music festival. Continue reading...
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