Megan Howard

“I’m an artist working with glass, chalk pastels, markers, and paint markers. I have lived most of my life with Behcet’s Disease and Autonomic Neuropathy. These conditions cause severe pain and fatigue, making everyday tasks very difficult. 
 
Making art allows me to release my emotions, visually express and distract myself from pain in a cathartic way, to convey what I’m going through, and to have a sense of purpose. I always keep sketchbooks within reach and do most of my artwork from bed. When I’m feeling well enough, my love of glass art motivates me to get out of bed. Creating art is a type of self-care. Without art making, my mental health would be significantly worse.”