How do you establish trust and meaningful connection with a sibling who suffers from schizophrenia? In an attempt to rekindle her relationship with her estranged brother Steve, Joan takes him to art the Art Studios in Vancouver, where he takes part in art classes for individuals with a mental illness in a safe, supportive environment. This marks the beginning of a remarkable journey into the healing power of art.
Joan’s book DrawBridge: Drawing Alongside My Brother’s Schizophrenia and prints of Stephen’s work are on display inside CityScape Community ArtSpace and available for purchase.