Artist Statement

Stella’s Story

Everyone has a story to tell. For Stella, photography has become a way to express a journey shaped by epilepsy, resilience, and transformation.

Stella has lived with epilepsy for twenty-five years and is now in remission. After undergoing brain surgery in 2010, she continues to navigate depression, speech impairment, and anxiety. Through therapy, perseverance, and a strong determination to move forward, she has learned to overcome obstacles and discover greater confidence in herself and her abilities.

Photography gives Stella a way to see and share the world through her own perspective. In these three photographs, color, uniformity, and balance reflect both the connections among people and the balance we seek in our own lives.

“If you tip a little, you might fall.”

For Stella, balance is more than an artistic concept—it is part of her journey. Her passion for photography continues to help her grow, explore, and express what words cannot always convey. Through her art, Stella celebrates perseverance, creativity, and the possibility of transformation.

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