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Promoting Longevity Through Engagement In Purposeful Occupations, Jennifer K. Fortuna
Promoting Longevity Through Engagement In Purposeful Occupations, Jennifer K. Fortuna
The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy
Ron Henry, an artist based in Grand Junction, CO, provided the cover art for the Fall 2022 edition of The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy (OJOT). “On the Trail to Durango” is a 36” x 36” painting made from oil and acrylic on gesso board. Ron has been creating beautiful art since he was a child. Art has provided Ron with a strong sense of purpose throughout his life. At age 90, Ron attributes his longevity to living a healthy lifestyle and regular engagement in purposeful occupations, such as painting. In this tenth anniversary issue of OJOT, Occupation and the …
The Anatomy Of Human Occupation, Jennifer K. Fortuna
The Anatomy Of Human Occupation, Jennifer K. Fortuna
The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy
Dr. Emily Balog, PhD., OTR/L, ECHM, an occupational therapy professor and artist based in New Jersey, provided the cover art for the Summer 2022 edition of The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy (OJOT). “The Knitting Brain” is an 11” x 15” painting made from watercolors. The inspiration for this painting came from years of experience working with individuals with head injury, stroke, and mental illness. The piece is from her Anatomy of Human Occupation series. This collection of paintings is a unique and authentic representation of Dr. Balog’s love of the human body and the healing power of occupation. Dr. …
Using Creative Making To Redesign Life After Stroke, Jennifer K. Fortuna
Using Creative Making To Redesign Life After Stroke, Jennifer K. Fortuna
The Open Journal of Occupational Therapy
Kate Davies, a knitwear designer and author based in Scotland, provided the cover art for the Winter 2022 edition of the Open Journal of Occupational Therapy. “Balance for Better” is a blanket made from wool and mohair. The blanket consists of 30 individual squares designed and knitted by KDD & Co. employees. The colors and pattern of each square reflect the work, achievements, and legacy of the inspirational women celebrated in the blanket. At age 36, Kate suffered a near-fatal stroke that left her paralyzed on the left side of her body. Forced to give up her career as …
Iphis And Ianthe, Sayantan Basu
Asiya, Sayantan Basu
Ensconced, Renee Ming Cilluffo
(Hypo)Maniac, Marlow Underwood