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08/01/2022

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07/15/2021

Hey everyone if you would like to join me on an ARTIST TALK this evening at 5:30 Pacific Time. I will have a brief presentation about my recent work “Measured by Numbers” included in the Face It photography exhibition at The Photographer’s Eye Collective.

Here is the zoom link to sign up. Hope to see you there!!!

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.

When: Jul 15, 2021 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpdOyoqzgoGdI6L2eI8bxB0V-KpGF9S5y3

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

07/15/2021

We have had this tumultuous relationship you and I and I really think I don’t need you anymore. Sure our paths may cross periodically until my last day on earth it for now I’m gonna say goodbye!! Do good things for others.

07/09/2021

“Measured by Numbers” an Endometriosis Awareness Project by Brandy Sebastian

Featuring Brooklyn Benedix: “Solitude”

We have a chronic illness. Incurable. And for many, it has no name. The symptoms are
considered the normal course of our congenital s*x or we are labeled weak or incapable. It’s
taboo to talk about the menstrual cycle, bowel issues, and in some households: pain. So, we
are alone. In our agony. Unaware of a pending diagnosis. Ashamed or embarrassed. Some
have gone decades without a diagnosis. Never knowing it was more than just...normal.
And one day, it has a name: Endometriosis. It affects nearly 176 million people worldwide. And
yet, even with so many other sufferers, we often feel so alone. Fighting for proper healthcare or
struggling to be understood and believed.
I am 1 in 10. We are a few of the 176 million.
And although we may sometimes feel alone, we must always remember that we are not.

Written by: Lisa Howard
Location and dress provided by: Brooklyn Benedix
Photoshoot assistant: Penny Kachuck

07/09/2021

“Measured by Numbers” an Endometriosis Awareness Project by Brandy Sebastian

Featuring Andi Van Heel: “Optimism”

We have three choices when faced with an obstacle: move forward, step back, or quit.
Being told of an incurable, often recurring illness that may cause severe pain, infertility, and
possible life-threatening organ issues? It was: move forward or step back.
Quitting? It’s not truly an option any of us wish to face.
Step back? There is no stepping back once you’re told you have a condition. An illness. A
disease. Growths. Pain. Adhesions. Medical procedures. Holistic care. Endless...There’s no
turning around and hiding from this.
But move forward into what?
Grief. Anger. A struggle ahead. Yes, I’ll move forward into each of those. But...I, and others
like me, shall continue to move forward. To move through all of that. And find something
greater.
Strength. Purpose. Love. And each other.
I choose to live in Optimism.

Written by: Lisa Howard
Classic car provided by: Gary Randhahn
Location: provided by Gary and Barbara Randhah
Photoshoot assistants: Penny Kachuck, Barbara and Gary Randhahn

07/09/2021

“Measured by Numbers” an Endometriosis Awareness Project

Anonymous: “Endo Fog”

Pain. Not just any pain: intense pain. It strips us of our physical and mental capabilities.
Word finding? Cognitive function? Memory? Throw that all out the proverbial
window. Sometimes the only thing a person can remotely focus on is the constant nagging
stabbing pain. Nothing but fog and pain
Pop a prescribed pill for that physical agony and we’re further thrust into a cocoon of sweet,
oblivious haze. Further thickened by the soothing medicinal properties of a pill, a tincture, a
drag...whatever numbs.
Data: missing. Personality: altered. Memories: gone.
With or without a painkiller, our gray matter is severely affected by the pain and stress this
illness manifests.
Brain fog is real.

Written by: Lisa Howard
Photoshoot assistant: Penny Kachuck

07/09/2021

“Measured by Numbers” an Endometriosis Awareness Project by Brandy Sebastian

Featuring: Lisa Howard: “Foundation”

We are all strong enough to stand up and reach for the hand of a Warrior in need.
Each of us possesses the power to build greatness. We each started alone, fought the
emotions, and found our strength.
And we all found each other, brought together in a group, united by our circumstance. Forged
and bonded by our bodies and hearts. We accompany one another to difficult doctor’s
appointments. Encourage each other through surgeries and treatments. Reach out and
embrace others who are struggling. Cry together. Laugh together. Grieve together. And push
on together.
What started as a quest for answers has morphed into a group, a walk, a presence - an
incredible show of force. Countless Warriors, together, always. Never alone. Ever again.

Written by: Lisa Howard
Dress Rental Designed by & Discounted by: Alice Andrews Designs
Portion of Dress Rental cost paid for by: Lisa Howard
Photoshoot assistants: Erin Curlee & Lora Aimswill

07/08/2021

Signed sealed and delivered for the upcoming “Face It” group exhibition of The Collective Members. This Saturday is the opening from 4-7pm. I’ll be there at 5pm until the end.

I have 4 images in the show featuring women I have been photographing portraits and documentary work of as well as interviews since 2018. The photography based project is an Endometriosis Awarness Project called “Measured by Numbers” proceeds from any images sold will go right back to the project so that I can continue the rest of the Portaits. There are 15 total and I have personally funded 5 of them with little financial help so the sales will help this project greatly for the next warrior’s Portait shoot.
Come support the group exhibition and come support those that suffer from Endometriosis!!!!

06/30/2021

Hey Everyone!!

Been a minute right?

I’m so very excited to announce that a project that I’ve been working on for four years will have several portraits featured in a group photographic exhibition July 10th, 2021 from 4-7pm. Located at The Photographer’s Eye Collective.

The body of work is called “Measured by Numbers” it comprises of portraits, documentary/lifestyle images, mixed media, and text sharing interviews of the women photographed and informative pieces about the disease.

I hope you will join me at opening night. I’ll be there at 5pm to answer questions or share my journey.

04/19/2021

04/13/2021

Health update:

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted as always lots going on. Looks like I’m heading to surgery #7. Each surgery I always say I hope it’s my last. Each one has provided more relief. Been having some similar symptoms as before my final oophorectomy. Had an appointment today and based on my past and what we talked about in my meeting with my surgeon/Obgyn she feels like surgery is my next step. I’ve taken all the steps to find out what’s happening and the pain is in the same spot as my typical left o***y pain was in. Some may remember I regrew my left o***y which was removed in 2019 but the regrowth is called ovarian remnant syndrome and was removed last year 2020 along with my right o***y. Perhaps my current paint is related to that but who knows. So it’s somewhat exploratory, she had an idea of what she is looking for and we will have a color re**al surgeons here at the same time to handle some issues I had last year that couldn’t be taken care of during that surgery. Not looking forward to another Covid surgery. I also will be getting the Covid shot sooner than I hoped. At worst I hope my reactions are what most have talked about. So we shall see. I’ll post more updates as I find out. I’m also considering starting to do videos talking about my experiences over the past 10 years with Endometriosis.