Man With Cerebral Palsy Paints Masterpieces Using Only A Typewriter

Paul Smith was born with severe cerebral palsy. In his Oregon nursing, Smith types away with one finger tirelessly. However, he's no author. In fact, he considers himself an artist, and once you see what he's creating you'll certainly agree.

This Woman Does The Extraordinary With Something Most of Us Just Walk On. Whoa!

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What this woman does with sand is truly incredible. This is so moving and beautiful…WOW.

Tornado-Themed Artwork Exhibit Helping People of Joplin Heal and Rebuild Spirit

CNN PRODUCER NOTE     HeleneSJ produced this video feature on the Spiva Center for the Art's exhibit 'On the Other Side,' open until November 6, in Joplin, Missouri.
Greg Hall and Liz Brownback contributed in the production of this video. - elchueco, CNN iReport producer

I am honored and proud to have put this piece together.  It’s a great human interest story that transcends...even if you don’t live in tornado territory.

George A. Spiva Center for the Arts' "On the Other Side" tornado-themed exhibit features various styles of artwork including some made from tornado debris.

"On the Other Side," was designed to allow art to contribute to Joplin's healing process for both the artists who created the pieces on display and the many coming to view the unique exhibit.

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