"Spontaneous Activity" Opening Reception

"Spontaneous Activity"

Featuring the work of:

Phil Althouse, Judith Amdur, Gail Buckley Ann Harwell, Clara Kluge, Robin Temaina - Repp Travis Robinson, Miguel Sanchez, Joan Horsfall Young, John Peters, James Tim Walker, Ben Zahavi

The subject of the current exhibition "Spontaneous Activity" is Parkinson’s disease. PD is a neurodegenerative disease due mostly to the deterioration around the base of the brain, which is involved in the coordination of movement. This illness slows activity, balance and bodily functions, as well as influences the senses and mental health. Cognition and memory consolidation are also greatly affected by Parkinson’s disease.

This “Art and Med” exhibition is designed to support Parkinson’s Community Los Angeles (PCLA). This organization “provides the most current and inclusive information to enhance their PD toolkit, implement practical strategies for daily living, and foster meaningful connections within the Los Angeles Parkinson’s community and beyond.” PCLA will not only aid in the creation of the community but will assist in locating the patient/artists for the exhibition.

These patient/artists create not only beautiful works of art, but powerful images that tell deeper, personal stories. Each piece reflects how Parkinson’s affects their lives, bodies and artistic journeys. Spontaneous activity is proof that beauty can come from struggle.

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