Kindred Collages became a lifeline for me as I have been battling Ehlers-Danlos deeply for many years. The connection they have brought and being able to work with photographs I have (or havent!) taken has been an incredible gift- with me, you will feel seen and heard-fully. The entire process is unique and will end with a kindred collage-framed!- on your wall. Read all about my experience with collaging HERE
I can’t begin to tell yo how much these collages mean to me. They represent Darrion and I and our lil’ family so perfectly. So many elements that are truly us! They were created by a talented artist and amazing human, Meghan. She has Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and she has been reinventing herself all of her life. She used to be a wedding photographer, and when she couldn’t walk, she started shooting weddings on her Segway. She’s now doing these kindred collages and also virtual photo shoots for people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome as part of a project called “the Kintsugi Chronicles”. She has an incredible story of resilience, and I admire her so much.
She’s not able to take photographs anymore, shes in a lot of pain and most of the days she’s not even able to get out of bed or see the sunlight. Screen time is also hard for her, so she found a way to create art through these collages.
-Barbara Oliviera
The collages are absolutely gorgeous and so personal! She has a superpower- Meghan will SEE YOU for who you are. She wants to hear about your and tell YOUR story. When you get a collage from Meghan, your not only getting a beautiful piece of art for your home, but also connecting with someone really special. These collage projects are giving her a purpose and a reason to smile as she puts so much time, energy and love into each of them. Do yourself a favor and go get a collage from her! You will get the original copies framed, AND she will also send you digital scans. I highly recommend this for creative ways to use photos from daily life, gifts or a photo shoot!
-Barbara Olivera
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