About this Short Film
A Stroke of Art (Cameron Hurry, Australia, 2021) is a short film that explores themes of art, achievement and life after stroke. Quiet and observant, it considers how creative practice and physical change can coexist and what achievement can mean in new circumstances. The film fits naturally within the Focus on Ability programme, which highlights the abilities, experiences and achievements of people with disability. Expect a thoughtful, human portrait that privileges sensory detail over explanation. It is designed to prompt reflection and conversation about accessibility, resilience and the role of art in everyday recovery. A gentle, hopeful watch for festival audiences.
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Filmmaker
Cameron Hurry is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Cameron Hurry.
Just pencil to paper So much more
This is such a beautiful tribute to Lyn that showcases her creativity and her lovely voice. Love your clip and the message of hope and encouragement to everyone not to give up.
Thank you Cameron. That was wonderful. I have lovely memories of your mum at Tambourine. Best wishes to you all.
Absolutely Beautiful truely inspirational and a lovely tribute to your Mum I had the pleasure of seeing in the flesh your Mums talent when Alison would bring in her drawings to show us at work we are in awe of her determination and talent. Your Mums smile when she would visit would light up our day. The mind is simply an amazing thing
So beautiful and inspirational
Congratulations Cameron. You have portrayed Lynn's positivity and never give up approach to life. She continues to be a blessing to family friends and to those who have met her along life's way. Thank you Cameron for allowing me to share in your family's life.
Congratulations Cam. Wonderful to see that you've documented Lyn's talent and her nbn indomitable spirit.
So inspiring to encourage and nurture stroke effected people with love open-minded opportunity to find and express emotions and hidden talents thankyou for sharing My mum survived a massive stroke 30yrs ago she lived a full life with love and family togetherness god bless you and your family
I love her art her voice and her incredible resilience resonates through this. What a beautiful piece of work. Poetic and inspiring..Dealt a bad hand indeed but still making a difference to those around her. I wonder is it you and your sisters featuring in some of that artThanks for sharing your mum with the world cam x
So truly inspirational Cameron - we are all blessed to know Lyn
Lovely Cam. Especially enjoyed seeing her joy in your company and the art.
Thank you Cameron. A really lovely tribute to your precious Mum.
Congratulations Cameron a beautiful story of your inspirational Mum
Absolutely wonderful film I'm so inspired
Cam this is just so incredibly beautiful How wonderful to have documented your Mum's journey back to creativity against all odds. She is such wonderful lady and such an encouragement to all. And her artwork is so inspiring. What a truly amazing woman.
Beautiful work Cameron. Showing us how the radiant beauty of a gentle soul shines on despite adversity. There's unmistakable love resonating in every syllable of this simple narration inspirational and moving - and in the face of her bright smile and the dancing light in her sparkling eyes I found my own smile steadily growing broader and broader as I joined her for these special few moments. Thankyou Cameron and Lynne.
Wow This is absolutely beautiful Cameron Your mum is clearly an incredible lady Beautiful
Congratulations Cameron. A wonderful story of your very talented mother who inspires us all.
When aunty lyn was dealt a bad hand she just learnt how to use the other one And she is creating beautiful art - thanks for sharing
What amazing abilities dear Lyn has shown us what can be achieved despite ones circumstances. Such a blessing Lyn is too all
This is really extraordinary and so fascinating to watch. I particularly love those industrious little ants Thank you Cameron
Truly an inspirational story Cameron. I may have something in my eye too.
Congratulations Cameron. An inspirational story about a truly amazing talented action lady. Wonderful to see you're continuing the Hurry creativity.
Cameron this is just perfect.
Straight from the heart Cameron and a beautiful tribute to your lovely funny talented Mum.
Beautiful Cameron. Clearly where you get your creativity and laughter from
I had no idea what befell Lyn in 2017 but what a talented inspiration this gorgeous woman has become A lovely tribute from Cameron.