The following paintings are an intimate exploration of older individuals experiencing memory loss, and a reflection of what the families who journey alongside them experience. This body of work aims to capture the gradual erosion of an individual, and the profound impact on family and their caregivers.

These images portray an array of complex emotions that come with losing a loved one to dementia. The depiction of vulnerability and loss encourage viewers to engage with subject matter that may make them uncomfortable. Striving to bring an awareness not only to families affected with dementia, but an understanding and empathy of aging people in general.

If interested in any of these paintings please contact the artist via email tracynickolaus@gmail.com

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