Ashley January
Crystal and Dylan Study, 2020
Gouache on gesso board
22.9 x 30.5 cm
9 x 12 in.
9 x 12 in.
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(Narrative: Crystal is a mother of one who suffered from complications and birth trauma during the end of her pregnancy and postpartum. As a result of preeclampsia complications, her son...
(Narrative:
Crystal is a mother of one who suffered from complications and birth trauma during the end of her pregnancy and postpartum. As a result of preeclampsia complications, her son Dylan was born prematurely and had to recover in the NICU immediately after an emergency c-section. Using her personal narrative, she participates in this project to create awareness and help educate and empower other Black mothers.
Crystal is a mother of one who suffered from complications and birth trauma during the end of her pregnancy and postpartum. As a result of preeclampsia complications, her son Dylan was born prematurely and had to recover in the NICU immediately after an emergency c-section. Using her personal narrative, she participates in this project to create awareness and help educate and empower other Black mothers.