Maria J Hackett

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Awake (Work In-Progress)

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School: Fashion Institue of Technology, Syracuse University International Center of Photography

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Awake (Work In-Progress)

Copyright Maria J Hackett 2024

Updated May 2024

Topics Documentary, Journalism, Personal Projects, Photography, Photojournalism

During our time together, Alex (Alexandria Lo Grasso) discussed bits of her personal life along with her recent diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder. As we dived deeper into discussing childhood, challenges of life and various angles to her new diagnosis were brought up. Further details of her new journey with art therapy, using various forms of media to dive deeper, explore and express various parts of herself were also shared. Shown were examples of personal artwork, writings, musical instruments as well as naturally having moments with her dog Rusty of 11 year who she can also call her best friend. Alex greatly enjoys finding joy in not only art, but building new relationships with people and communities around her as she continuous to learn more of herself along this journey.

Alex is deeply enthusiastic of the journey that lies ahead and is eager in sharing her story to not only spread awareness and deeper understanding, but to also help others.

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