Sculpting the Illness Experience

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Molly Bathje, MS, OTR/L; Rebecca Ozelie, DHS, OTR/L, BCPD; Elizabeth Deavila, MS, OTR/L

Abstract

Otto Kamensek provided the cover art for the Fall 2014 issue of the Open Journal of Occupational Therapy. “Glimmer of Hope” is part of Otto’s collection “Shard’s, Bone Deep,” which includes hand-built ceramic sculptures that portray his experiences with a lifelong chronic illness. Engaging in ceramic sculpture helps him process the experiences associated with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis and provides a means to support others experiencing chronic illness.

Recommended Citation

Bathje, M. (2014). Sculpting the Illness Experience. The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy, 2(4). https://doi.org/10.15453/2168-6408.1149