Angel Mitford is a visionary artist whose work bursts with vibrant colours and resonates deeply with emotional and spiritual undertones. As a vision-impaired and disabled artist, Angel has a lifelong passion for creating art that is both emotionally expressive and meditative. Working primarily in mixed media and watercolour, Angel’s creations are abstract yet finely detailed, inviting viewers into a contemplative space where colour and emotion intertwine.

In selecting subject matter, Angel relies on an intuitive process, painting directly from emotional experiences. Each piece is a reflection of what Angel feels, capturing moments of joy, sadness, love, and introspection in a harmonious blend of hues and textures.

The scenes that captivate Angel are those rich in colour and expressive potential. Whether through vivid storytelling or the sheer joy of creating, Angel is drawn to subjects that evoke strong emotions and tell a compelling narrative. Colour serves as both inspiration and a guiding force, allowing freeform expression to flourish.

Angel's technique is uniquely adapted to personal physical limitations, a journey that required relearning and adaptation following paralysis. This personal struggle and triumph imbue the work with an authenticity and rawness that is unmistakable. Angel's method is not bound by traditional techniques but is instead a personal language, a way to convey inner stories and emotions onto the canvas.

Angel Mitford's art is a testament to resilience, creativity, and the unyielding human spirit. Each piece is an invitation to explore the depth of emotion and the transcendental power of colour.

My Adaptive Journey

My disabilities have posed challenges in various aspects of my life, particularly impacting my artistic endeavors. Coping with multiple sclerosis and the associated vision impairment was difficult enough, but my recent car accident, that resulted in quadriplegia, made me believe that my artistic passion and career were over. The recovery journey from the accident was arduous, filled with highs and lows, during which I lacked the motivation to paint. I couldn't fathom how I would return to art with paralyzed hands.
As the colder winter months arrived, limiting my mobility and confining me mostly indoors, I found myself housebound. Amidst the monotony of being bedridden and restricted to short periods in a wheelchair, I began to experiment with what might still possible for me creatively.

During my initial months of attempting to rekindle my artistic abilities, I faced more misses than hits. Feeling frustrated, I turned to YouTube to gain inspiration from other artists with disabilities. That's when I stumbled upon a video featuring a disabled artist using an orthotic brace to hold art tools. I saved the video and shared it with my orthotist, who was already working on a leg orthosis for me. After some discussions, he custom-made a brace tailored to fit my hand perfectly. It took several trials before the final version was completed. I have included a few pictures below to showcase the process.

Regrettably, I discovered that it was more of a hindrance than assistance in the end. While it was lightweight, it felt burdensome to me at that moment because my paralysis limited my ability to lift my arms very easily. My path back to creativity was a project that was still evolving.

Following the setback with the orthosis, I experienced frustration as my creative urge grew stronger. Adapting my skills to cope with quadriplegia became necessary, and I was determined to find ways to overcome the challenges.

I might not return to how things used to be, but I believed I could strive to find happiness along the way.

As I adapted to managing my new disabilities, I discovered a fresh avenue to let my creativity flourish by expressing my emotions on canvas. I went as far as having my husband tape brushes to my fingers to continue painting.

Creating art has always been a meditative outlet for me, allowing me to express my emotions – especially after a traumatic accident. Through numerous adjustments, self-teaching to master old techniques in innovative ways, and embracing the beauty of imperfection, I am delighted to unveil my collection of art created while living with disabilities including vision impairment.

Please be aware that while you may see certain pieces displayed in frames, I do not sell them with frames. Choosing a frame is a personal decision, and I want you to enjoy my creativity fully by selecting a frame that matches your home, lifestyle, and personality. Additionally, framed pieces can be costly to ship due to the added weight of the frames, leading to significantly higher shipping expenses.

Please enjoy my artwork, I am excited to see which one you choose to grace your home with!

Thank you,

Angel xo

The Journey Back to my Art

Art Available for Purchase

PLEASE TAKE NOTE THAT THIS PAGE IS STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION. 

Not all Painting sizes are listed as yet. If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
I have recently sold quite a few of my paintings and am busy creating more, so stay tuned!
Thank you for your patience and understanding!