disability and death

Presentation from SXSW 2016: 3D Printed Food: Spam or Paté? You Decide.

Presentation from SXSW 2016: 3D Printed Food: Spam or Paté? You Decide.

The presentation and my notes from my portion of the presentation at South by Southwest (SXSW). My perspective was mostly focused on the utilitarian purpose fo 3D printed food -- particularly for those with Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia). 

The US transportation system is not designed for the fringe.

The US transportation system is not designed for the fringe.

The US transportation system falls short for the elderly. Understanding why can make it better.

National Endowment for the Arts presents Challenging Notions: Accessibility + the Arts

National Endowment for the Arts presents Challenging Notions: Accessibility + the Arts

The NEA focuses an entire issue on the arts and accessibility to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. *Swoon* 

Cur8able.

Cur8able.

Stephanie Thomas is cur8able, curating clothing and lifestyle products that are accessible /smart/ stylish for people with disabilities.

BrainDance: Exploring Parkinson's with Dance.

BrainDance: Exploring Parkinson's with Dance.

BrainDance is a collaborative project bringing together dance choreographers, neuroscientists, physicians, philosophers and people with Parkinson's disease to explore movement.

The medical art of Frida Kahlo.

The medical art of Frida Kahlo.

Despite multiple setbacks, Frida Kahlo did not live in the world of the disenfranchised. She lived as a goddess whose entire being is a work of art. 

Aging in place.

Aging in place.

As your parents and loved ones grow older you start to notice subtle differences in the way they live their lives. These modifications generally come after something has happened.