Drawing Togetherness

Artist Statement

This artwork features individuals who use wheelchairs, canes, or other assistive devices. They come together to create a shared scene by drawing and adding color to their tools. In one part of the painting, a child is scribbling on a rough, worn-out wall. I see this wall as a symbol of society’s uncomfortable gaze toward physical differences. The act of drawing on that wall represents a hope that these social perspectives can also change. The inspiration for this idea came from a childhood memory of drawing and writing messages of encouragement on a friend’s cast. Just like the warmth I felt back then, I believe discomfort doesn’t have to be something hidden. Rather, it can become a bridge for understanding and connection between people.