An art history and liberal studies professor, this author and artist delves into the representation of the disabled body within art and visual culture. Her research specifically illuminates the work of contemporary disabled artists, offering a profound exploration of their unique perspectives. Through her academic and artistic endeavors, she provides a distinctive lens on the experiences and contributions of individuals with disabilities in the art world. Her work significantly advances the discourse on inclusion and representation in contemporary artistic expression.
This volume analyzes the representation of disabled and disfigured bodies in contemporary art and its various contexts, from art history to photography to medical displays to the nineteenth- and twentieth-century freak show.
Putting Mind and Body Back Together Following Traumatic Brain Injury
Engaging multiple genres, this memoir explores the author's journey through congenital physical disability and traumatic brain injury. Millett-Gallant shares her accident and recovery, blending personal narrative with research on brain injury, art therapy, and critical theory. Each chapter incorporates medical records and insights from other memoirs, alongside her own artwork. Highlighting the crucial support from family and friends, the book offers hope and guidance for others navigating similar challenges, grounded in the author's own transformative experiences.