Two handed portraits

This series of large scale portraits joins a growing movement of disability art that prioritizes self-representation and lived experience. By painting fellow disability artists, Sam offers not just a reflection of their faces but a recognition of their stories, bringing visibility to perspectives often overlooked. Kasirer-Smibert uses a distinctive technique, painting with both hands at the same time to accommodate his tremors while simultaneously simulating the double vision that accompanies his condition. Each work is a double portrait. Rather than focusing on minute details, the painting emphasizes the personality or expression of the faces, reflecting an emotional focus.