A web designer by trade, Kimi was sent by her office to Los Angeles in 2014 and was diagnosed with cancer shortly thereafter. Faced with this challenge, she decided in March 2016 to begin something she had always wanted to pursue: painting. Her newfound passion became her prayer, for herself and for the world. As her painting developed, she began to receive opportunities to share her work. Last fall her illustration graced the poster and program cover of Zai, a live dance/music/theatre production created by members of the CRS community. While Kimi was recently referred to hospice, the beauty of her creations continues to inspire, demonstrating that love’s power transcends any limitations of the body.
Kimi-Tea Tsukada
