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Storytelling through patient art at St. Jude

For many St. Jude patients, art becomes a way to tell their story when words aren’t enough. Explore some of our patients' stories and the power of art.

 
 

Featured St. Jude patient artist

Victoria

"I have become a better human being thanks to St. Jude."

Background art by St. Jude cancer survivor Victoria

 
 
 
 
watercolor image of a forrest of trees by St. Jude patient Lilly

The power of St. Jude art

At St. Jude, art therapy is used to reduce stress or anxiety, explore complex feelings, manage side effects and improve quality of life. No matter the medium, patient art can reflect the full spectrum of our lifesaving mission — from the struggle of diagnosis and treatment to the joy of remission — as well as kids just being kids.

 
From the ABC's of Cancer series, St. Jude patient Brent's

Art by St. Jude patient Brent

 
 

Meet patient artists

You can never underestimate the emotional power of art, especially when the masterpiece is created by a child with cancer or another life-threatening disease.

 
 
Image of St. Jude survivor Victoria

St. Jude cancer survivor Victoria

Victoria draws daily strength from her art and support from St. Jude. 
Read Victoria's story >

 
Image of St. Jude patient Coraliz standing in front of a wall mural painted with colorful butterfly artwork and hand lettering.

St. Jude cancer survivor Coraliz

Coraliz, a medical laboratory scientist, finds inspiration and purpose after cancer treatment.
Learn more about Coraliz >

 
 

Animated patient art videos

Watch patient art come to life using AI technology.

 
 
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Arctic Fox by St. Jude patient Faith

 
 
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Woodland Mouse by St. Jude patient Ashley

 
 
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Butterfly Flowers by St. Jude patient Annzie

 
 

Uplifting patient art collection

View original artwork by our patients and cancer survivors.

 
 

How patient art is shared and celebrated

Patient art doesn’t stop at the studio. Patients and cancer survivors donate their art to St. Jude so we can feature it in creative ways. From greeting cards to signage and merchandise, we love to share their inspirational artwork in ways everyone can enjoy.

 

To share joy

  

Send a free virtual card inspired by patient art to St. Jude patients and their families. Your e-card encourages kids as they face cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

Send a Card

 
 
An example of a coloring page with a heart with flowers and St. Jude written below it
 

To inspire

  

Spark your child’s creativity with our ready-to-download coloring sheets! Download, print and let the coloring adventures begin!

Download and Print Coloring Sheets

 
 

To give

  

Own your very own piece of St. Jude patient art-inspired merchandise or choose other items that benefit St. Jude by shopping our gift shop.

Shop the St. Jude Gift Shop

 
 
 
 

Art was my way of escaping into my own world where I could forget about the cancer treatments.

St. Jude cancer survivor Adrienne

Flower art by St. Jude cancer survivor Tayde; background art by St. Jude patient Lilly

 
image of colorful flowers painted by St Jude survivor Tayde
 
 
 
 
St. Jude patient Matthew painting

St. Jude patient Matthew
 
Thank you art by St. Jude patient Amber

We couldn't do it without donors like you.

Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food — so they can focus on helping their child live.

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'Thank you' art by St. Jude patient Amber

 
 
 
 

FAQs

 
 
 

You may be interested in:

Can I donate art supplies to St. Jude? 

We accept some toy donations, including art supplies. See how to donate toys to the hospital. 

How can I learn more about art therapy and the program at St. Jude? 

Learn more about art therapy at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. 

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