Shelters by their very nature are cloistered, confidential environments as the safety of women transcends everything. By creating her art pieces reflecting the pain and horror of abuse, Carmel conveys the emotions and stories of victims in a way that goes beyond numbers and statistics and penetrates the hearts and minds of the viewers, hopefully inspiring them to help create change. ~ Diane Gubatayao, WISH (Women in Safe Housing)
Moving, haunting, hopeful. Thank you for sharing your art and wisdom with our community. It was an epiphany in some ways for me - seeing other women’s lives through art and words. ~ Judy C.
What a powerful yet sensitive way to bring to light the horrors of abuse. It is utter simple, unencumbered exhibit brought me to tears. ~ L. Gillet
