Grounded By Reality
A glimpse into the everyday struggles of an artist with spinal muscular atrophy.
Grounded By Reality POV
Diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy at age 19 months - Jessica took her last steps at three years old, but that didn’t keep her from drawing on the walls of her home. 'Grounded by Reality' gives you a glimpse into Jessica’s everyday struggles and her fierce determination to be seen as a whole and vital person through her art making.
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