Maria Bonokollie describes her artwork as spontaneous. She likes to work abstractly, focusing on different aspects of life from an “in-the-moment” viewpoint. After she sustained a brachial plexus injury, art therapy at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab helped Maria regain motor function on her left side. Her artwork is meant to be fun and energetic and create a sense of wonder. Maria hopes her artwork inspires people to go out and do something for the world. In her free time, she enjoys crafting, researching and volunteering her time to help others who may have similar challenges.
James Bilderback came to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in June 2022 following a spinal cord abscess and surgery that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Although he was given a 20% chance of survival from the surgery, James not only survived his injuries, but was on his feet again walking after 28 days. James is eternally grateful for the care and hard work of every staff member at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. Throughout his hospital stay, James made art in his room as gifts for his therapists and nurses. James lives by the sayings: “Never give up” and “Don’t let your current situation determine your final destination.”
Hidden Suns 8”x10”
Hidden Eye 8”x10”
Dancing in the Light 20”x16”
Modern Mona 13.5”x10.5”
Infinity and Beyond 20”x20”
Girl with Pearl Earring in Retrospect Reproduction 13.5”x10.5”
Morning Hen 14”x11”
Magic Potion 2 11”x14”
Inside My Mind 1 20”x16”
Flowing 10”x8”
Chaos is Creation 8”x10”
Magic Potion 1 11”x14”
Morning Rooster 14”x11”
Eyes Within 8”x10”
Circles and Swirls 8”x10”
Inside My Mind 2 20”x16”
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