A few months ago, I received an email from a woman who told me that her son was a fan of my work and
A few months ago, I received an email from a woman who told me that her son was a fan of my work and had bought many of my prints in the past, that his name was Henry and that he was a wonderful person. Unfortunately he took his own life the month prior. I feel deeply sorry for her loss but also helpless that I did not know Henry or that I didn’t have a chance to be his friend. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and with his mother’s permission, I wanted to share her story with you all. Please tell your loved ones that you love them everyday and reach out to your friends who may not be okay. Although depression and suicide can be hard to prevent or detect at first, your words could mean more to them than you’d ever know. I drew this portrait in honour of Henry. The words are lyrics to a Stray Cats song ‘Gonna Ball’, which Henry had tattooed across his chest.Prints have been made and will be sent to his mother Maria and his family and friends in Virginia. -- source link
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