Art to Alter Possibility
Most of us might assume that the need
for a wheelchair limits possibility. What if
it actually expands what’s possible?
Sue Austin’s work has an immensely
transformative power. She is shattering
the boundaries of our assumptions and
our preconceived notions. With her
wheelchair as an integral part of her
creative process she expresses a joy and
freedom most do not understand.
As a multimedia, performance, and
installation artist, Sue Austin is changing
the way we think about disability. Her
powerful artwork makes us step back and
question our deeply held assumptions.
And the stunning imagery she creates
truly shows that the world is full of
boundless possibility.
In addition to her underwater work , she
created “Traces from a Wheelchair” where
her wheelchair became her paintbrush
Austin also founded Freewheeling “a
disability led initiative focused on
providing a ‘hub’ around which to foster
integrated arts projects.”
More underwater wonder:
You can see more of her work and learn
more about Freewheeling here .
Art is powerful when it helps us re-
envision the familiar and transform our
preconceived notions. It forces us to ask
why, and then perhaps, “Why not?!”
Because of Sue Austin, and artists like
her, perhaps next time we see ourselves
reacting on habit or impulse we will
pause, step back, and reassess the world
with more open eyes.
Today’s everwideningcircles.com article
idea came to us from, Holly Thweatt. You
can send us inspiring content ideas too!..
I’m so glad Holly reminded me of this
TED Talk. This has long been on my list
of “Most Inspiring Talks” too!
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