VSA arts is proud to present the work of these 23 artists with disabilities. This exhibition and accompanying catalogue deepen our understanding of the forces that shape our existence and how art becomes a powerful tool for navigating change.

We offer our most sincere appreciation to the artists from around the world who shared their work and stories with us. Through their personal experiences, we explore the transformation of artistic media into works of art. Collectively, the art reflects aspects of the human condition such as the desire for dignity and the ability to find meaning in all of life's circumstances.

Exhibitions like these move us closer to changing perceptions about people and about disabilities. I hope you will find the work both powerful and compelling.

Soula Antoniou
President, VSA arts