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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- © Emerald Publishing Limited
- ISSN
- 2042-8308
- eISSN
- 2042-8316
- DOI
- 10.1108/mhsi-04-2024-0062
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
This paper provides an insight into the left and career of the sculptress Victoria Claire, told in her own words.Design/methodology/approachThis is a lived experience narrative.FindingsDiagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa at the age of 19, Victoria’s life was turned upside down. Plunged into the depths of despair, it was her love for and practice of sculpture and music which saved her and gave her purpose. Years of therapy have helped her to understand and love herself as beautiful imperfection.Practical implicationsThe vast majority of us inhabit a “sighted world”. Victoria helps us to understand how many of the things we take for granted are so much harder for the visually impaired.Social implicationsWe all need to be sensitive to helping those with sensory difficulties navigate our social world.Originality/valueWhen you look at the amazing sculptures that Victoria creates, you cannot help but be impressed that she can create such works of art using her hands, her sculpting tools and her imagination. We can gaze at the beauty of her creations. She cannot.
Journal
Mental Health and Social Inclusion – Emerald Publishing
Published: Dec 3, 2024
Keywords: Creativity; Self-development; Discovery; Visual impairment; Retinitis pigmentosa; Sculpture