A Peaceful Moment

Dee Dee struggled with schizophrenia, anxiety, and depression for her entire adult life, without ever finding a way to express herself. Four years ago, she started painting and found it a positive way to cope with her intense emotions. Painting takes her away from it all; she can completely relax, focus, and lose all sense of time. Through her work, Dee Dee embraces bright colours to convey happiness, and uses texture to create paintings you want to touch. She is excited to exhibit her artwork at Recovered Futures and see the works and stories of other artists.

There is something very relaxing about going outside and looking up to the sky; feeling the sun's warmth on your face, seeing all the colours and patterns in the clouds. When I watch a flock of birds flying, I feel a sense of freedom and wonder. It's like finding a peaceful moment in a world of chaos.