Children and adults who experience a serious illness or handicapping condition often react in very different ways: Some people view their infirmity as an insurmountable obstacle - which they believe simply can’t be overcome, and ask why me? Others refuse to permit a medical or physical limitation interfere with their hopes and dreams for the future. They ask - what can I do to get the most out of the talent, skill and physical ability I have? Frida Kahlo rejected the notion a physical handicap would determine the quality of her life, or otherwise block the pathway toward whatever she wanted to accomplish. Frida’s story illustrates courage; determination and strength of character that helped drive her to success as one of the most noted artist of her
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She contracted polio at a young age leaving her with a limp. Her father encouraged her to participate in physically demanding sports such as, soccer; swimming, and wrestling to help her recover from the disease.
She enrolled in a renowned Prep School which a very few girls attended. Frida was soon recognized for her artistic talent, her love of colorful clothing and bold jewelry that are traditional to her culture.
In 1925, Frida was involved in a terrible bus accident that left her bed ridden for months. While she was recuperating Frida took up painting, and soon found that she had a genuine passion for self-portraits. Her mother had a special easel made so she could paint while she was in bed and her father gave her some of his oil paints. As time passed, Frida’s paintings began to reflect the way she managed health issues such as chronic pain, heart disease, and other physical limitations. Her work also included what she loved most – her family, culture, and even the heart breaks encountered along the way.
Frida used her fame as an artist to help influence political events in her beloved Mexico, something that was rare for a woman during that time
She contracted polio at a young age leaving her with a limp. Her father encouraged her to participate in physically demanding sports such as, soccer; swimming, and wrestling to help her recover from the disease.
She enrolled in a renowned Prep School which a very few girls attended. Frida was soon recognized for her artistic talent, her love of colorful clothing and bold jewelry that are traditional to her culture.
In 1925, Frida was involved in a terrible bus accident that left her bed ridden for months. While she was recuperating Frida took up painting, and soon found that she had a genuine passion for self-portraits. Her mother had a special easel made so she could paint while she was in bed and her father gave her some of his oil paints. As time passed, Frida’s paintings began to reflect the way she managed health issues such as chronic pain, heart disease, and other physical limitations. Her work also included what she loved most – her family, culture, and even the heart breaks encountered along the way.
Frida used her fame as an artist to help influence political events in her beloved Mexico, something that was rare for a woman during that time