Kintsugi Breast Cancer Photo Exhibit Reception
October 3 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Celebrate the Kintsugi Breast Cancer Photo Exhibit featuring breast cancer survivors from the area. Attendees with hear some behind the scenes details on the exhibit and resources for those who may be experiencing breast cancer. The reception will feature organizations such as Breast Wishes, Pink Ribbon Good, Noble Circle, The Well, Center for Women’s Wellness, and Christina Siegel R.N., B.S.N. Medical Tattoo Nipple Fairy. Breast Cancer survivors will be available to tell their stories and share experiences.
Kintsugi Breast Cancer Photo Exhibit
September 30-October 11, 2024
Dayton Metro Library Main Branch: St. Clair Opportunity Space
More about the Exhibit
The Kintsugi Breast Cancer Photo Exhibit is the brainchild of Carolyn Reveal, a two time breast cancer survivor. Introduced to the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi by her son, Carolyn was fascinated at the history and the philosophical intent of the art. The idea is to take something cracked, broken, or shattered and put it back together using a precious metal like gold. The traditional technique is a time consuming, often tedious process that may take months to complete. The breakage is treated as part of the object’s history, not something to disguise. Carolyn wondered if there was a way she could use Kintsugi as inspiration in her own cancer journey. Could she treat herself as a broken, cracked, scarred vessel that could be beautifully remade by having her scars painted with gold? In visiting this exhibit, you will have a glimpse into the world of breast cancer. Courageous breast cancer survivors used this art form as a healing tool. They began as raw, vulnerable, broken, uniquely scarred women who battled a formidable foe and emerged changed forever as they embraced their scars, flaws, and imperfections to create something stronger and more beautiful than before.
Please be mindful that this exhibit may include personal and sensitive images and text. Your respect and consideration are appreciated, and support resources are available if needed.
