Painters and Migraine
Last night I came across a website that examines depictions of migraine in art. One section lists painters commonly thought to be migraineurs but probably aren’t, and artists who possibly, likely or definitely had migraine. In each category, the artists’ names link to paintings influenced by auras or headaches.
Some well-known painters included on the site are Pablo Picasso (probably not a migraineur), Georgia O’Keefe (likely a migraineur), and Salvador Dali (a self-reported migraineur).
Even though I don’t get auras and don’t recognize many of the artists, it’s an interesting site to explore.
Last Updated on July 23, 2013 by Kerrie Smyres
This was so interesting. I’m still looking at the sight. I’m always amazed at the creativity that resides within, and comes through even amidst our pain and agony. As if we were willing something good to come out of all this mess.
Great web site link on migraines and the arts. Thanks for posting it!
Hope you are pain free today.
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