Frida Kahlo (for her work on disability)

Frida Kahlo is renowned for her self-portraits that vividly explore her experiences with physical pain and disability. After a severe bus accident caused multiple injuries and lifelong health issues, she used her art to express her struggles, resilience, and evolving identity. Her work challenges traditional notions of beauty and normalcy, highlighting the complex reality of living with chronic pain and impairments. Kahlo’s art not only personalizes her physical condition but also invites viewers to reconsider perceptions of disability, emphasizing strength, vulnerability, and the rich inner life of those with physical differences.