AN uncontrollable movement disorder has not stopped a Bunbury woman becoming a highly recognised artist in Western Australia.
Roslyn Burns is unable to paint with her hands because of her disability, so instead she paints with her left foot, creating artwork that is now being auctioned off to charity.
Activ chief executive officer Tony Vis said Roslyn’s talent and ability stood out and her determination to succeed, despite her challenges, was an inspiration to everyone.
The exhibition is in its second year and will see one of Ms Burns art work pieces auctioned off.
“Given this is only the second year of the event, it was thrilling to see an artist of Roslyn’s calibre get so involved in the exhibition and we felt incredibly privileged that she donated one of her pieces for the silent auction,” Mr Vis said.
Ms Burns has been painting for four years and her three favourite things to paint include, sunsets, flowers and scenery, support worker Carlle Horan said.
“I find Roslyn very inspiring as she is very determined to paint the things she decides to paint,” Ms Horan said.
“She is also very focused on what she wants to do and continually looks for new things to paint that she thinks people will like.
“Ms Burns is a lot more outgoing since starting painting and her paintings have become more defined each time.”
Ms Horan said it is her pleasure to take her to as many art shows she can, because Ms Burns gets a lot of enjoyment and inspiration from art exhibitions.
The competition is chosen through votes from the public and judged by highly respected artists in the community.