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Meet Sasha Bogosian, the 18-Year-Old Artist Raising Funds for Children's Hospitals
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What Happened?
Sasha Bogosian, an 18-year-old from Los Angeles, began painting denim during her recovery from surgery at age eight. Her nonprofit has raised nearly $100,000 for children's hospital art therapy.
Key points
- Sasha was born with cerebral palsy right hemiplegia after a stroke during childbirth.
- She started painting denim in 2016 to aid her recovery from major leg surgery.
- The Sasha Project LA supports art therapy programs for hospitalized children.
- Creative therapies provide measurable health benefits but are often uninsured.
- Bogosian has partnered with brands like Levi's for fundraising and awareness.
- She plans to launch an inclusive fashion brand for people with disabilities.
Key insights
- The success of Sasha's nonprofit may inspire similar initiatives in other communities.
- Increased awareness of art therapy could lead to more funding opportunities.
- Sasha's journey emphasizes the potential of creative outlets in recovery.
Why it matters
Sasha's work highlights the importance of art therapy in children's healthcare.
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Sasha Bogosian· PersonChildren's Hospital Los Angeles· OrganizationLevi's· BrandBLICK Art Materials· Brand
Source
Times of India
