In Memory of Artist Gary Bachers
On August 15th of this year, our community lost a tremendously talented and determined artist in Gary Edward Bachers. A beloved family physician, Gary survived a massive hemorrhagic stroke …
Art Spark’s 2023 Artists of the Year
by Celia Hughes It’s September, and my favorite month for Art Spark Texas. This is because every September we get to honor Texas artists with disabilities for their …
For You, a Perk, for Me, a Necessity
by Pat Pound In today’s world, provisions for people with disabilities are common and useful. As a person who is blind, I appreciate Braille door signs and elevator …
Artist of the Month Pat Keen
Pat Keen, Studying People by Jerry Slayton This August, Art Spark Texas would like to recognize artist Patricia, Pat, Keen as our Artist of the Month. Pat has …
The Therapeutic Benefits of Nature for Veterans
by April Sullivan with Guest Monica We have been hosting art and nature workshops for women veterans across the state this summer. I know it’s hot outside, but …
Artist of the Month Jeff Moyer
The Many Lives of Jeffrey Moyer by Eric Clow You’d be hard-pressed to find an artist who embodies the spirit of Disability Pride Month more than Jeff Moyer. …
What Was/Is It Like to Be an Accomplished Person with Imposter Syndrome?
by Rouqayya Majeed On July 14th, 2023 I celebrate one year in the US. I am a Fulbright graduate student from Lebanon pursuing my masters in community-based art education …
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Artist of the Month James Meyer
One Veteran’s Journey through PTSD by April Sullivan June is PTSD Awareness Month. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a significant mental health issue that affects many Veterans, and …
A Look at Audio Description with Diana Payne
by Celia Hughes May is Healthy Vision Month; established by the National Eye Institute in 2003, to educate people about the risks of ignoring the health of their …
Artist of the Month Kaye Love
Kaye Love: Inclusion, Belonging, and The Multi-Faceted Artist by MsBoye Our May 2023 Artist of the Month is Kaye Love, MSSW/MBA, LPC. Kaye is a Psychotherapist, Life Coach, …