EPISODE · Nov 30, 2023 · 28 MIN
Jeff Hanson an 'Extra'ordinary Life - Part 1
from The Blind Chick · host Aftersight
Aftersight: A Tribute to an Extraordinary Life - Part 1 This episode of Aftersight features the parents of Jeff Hanson, a young, award-winning artist who excelled despite suffering from severe vision loss due to neurofibromatosis. Jeff's work, combining unusual colors and heavy, tactile textures, raised over a million dollars for charities nationwide by the time he turned 20. He also had a memorable friendship with Sir Elton John, initiated through a Make-A-Wish experience. The episode encourages listeners to visit Jeff's website, jeffhansonart.com. Learn more about his inspiring life and art. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:25 Introducing the Special Guests 01:08 The Story of Jeff Hanson: Early Life and Challenges 02:22 Jeff's Parents Share Their Grieving Process 04:01 Jeff's Artistic Journey Begins 05:32 The Evolution of Jeff's Art 13:52 Jeff's Art Becomes a Business 22:08 Jeff's Make-a-Wish Experience 26:41 How to Learn More About Jeff's Legacy 27:14 Conclusion and Farewell If you would like to follow along with a transcript of this show, please click on the link below. https://share.descript.com/view/rwCVQ5Xhkgx If you have a question for any of our AINC original hosts, please email us at [email protected] or call our voicemail line at (720) 712-8856.
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Aftersight: A Tribute to an Extraordinary Life - Part 1 This episode of Aftersight features the parents of Jeff Hanson, a young, award-winning artist who excelled despite suffering from severe vision loss due to neurofibromatosis. Jeff's work, combining unusual colors and heavy, tactile textures, raised over a million dollars for charities nationwide by the time he turned 20. He also had a memorable friendship with Sir Elton John, initiated through a Make-A-Wish experience. The episode encourages listeners to visit Jeff's website, jeffhansonart.com. Learn more about his inspiring life and art. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:25 Introducing the Special Guests 01:08 The Story of Jeff Hanson: Early Life and Challenges 02:22 Jeff's Parents Share Their Grieving Process 04:01 Jeff's Artistic Journey Begins 05:32 The Evolution of Jeff's Art 13:52 Jeff's Art Becomes a Business 22:08 Jeff's Make-a-Wish Experience 26:41 How to Learn More About Jeff's Legacy 27:14 Conclusion and Farewell If you would like to follow along with a transcript of this show, please click on the link below. https://share.descript.com/view/rwCVQ5Xhkgx If you have a question for any of our AINC original hosts, please email us at [email protected] or call our voicemail line at (720) 712-8856.
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