I have had Crohn’s disease since I was 12 which has had a huge impact on my life in many ways, as anyone with an intestinal disease will know.

After many years of trying to soldier on and keep a full time career that I loved, I finally had to admit that I couldn’t do it any longer. As devastating as this was, it has lead me to start creating this artwork and I have been surprised and honoured to see how much people love them.

I am now doing something I love to do, stress levels are low and even when Im house/couch-bound I can still cut out butterflies or sketch out new ideas.

Part of my dream for this business is to pass on awareness to people who know someone with this kind of disease; to show them that we need empathy and understanding, not pity or misconceptions.

For those who deal with this every single day of their lives with no reprieve, I want them to know that they don’t have to be embarrassed or feel like they are the only ones – focus on what you can do and not on what you can’t.

I donate 5% of all sales the Crohns and Colitis Australia (CCA) to support the work they do.

Love, Amber

To find out more about Crohn’s disease or to make a donation, please go to www.crohnsandcolitis.com.au