Art
Brain on Art: Messenger - Acrylic on Canvas, 24" x 24"
- Item Number
- 116
- Estimated Value
- 1150 CAD
- Sold
- 350 CAD to ek463d717
- Number of Bids
- 1 - Bid History
Item Description
Michelle Wiebe
Messenger
Acrylic on Canvas
Finished Size: 24” x 24”
Research Project: Vitamin Niacin on Brain Tumor Growth - Dr. Jeffrey Dunn, University of Calgary
This piece, Messenger, is a reflection of the dual stories found in the research project Vitamin Niacin on Brain Tumor Growth. The title hints at these two stories: delivery via Macrophage and delivery of information via MRI. The winged sandal represents Hermes, the messenger of the gods. He is known for his swift delivery via his winged sandals. I chose to use green to highlight this as a symbol of this messenger bringing healing, hope and growth. The area surrounding the winged sandal represents normal tissue cells; the area within the foot represents tumour cells. Tiny amounts of image contrast agent are being delivered to the core of a tumour via the macrophage, here shown as blue swatches of colour and orange Dots.
I was inspired to support the Branch Out Neurological Foundation after recently undergoing a craniotomy to remove a Meningioma brain tumour. As a way to give thanks, I created this piece in order to use my artistic skills as a means to fundraise for brain research projects.
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