Artist: Patricia Doktor
Jane Goodall
Artist's Statement
In these times of uncertainty and fear, I've been working on a personal series called "People Who Inspire," which is my way of finding hope and honoring those who have made a significant impact on me and, hopefully, others. Through my art, I aim to bring a sense of positivity and humanity into the world. So far, I've created pieces featuring remarkable individuals like Amanda Gorman, who spoke at President Biden's Inauguration; Alexei Navalny, the Russian opposition leader; and even Pee Wee Herman.
After learning about the KTDRR Virtual Knowledge Translation Conference Artist Showcase, I felt inspired to create a piece featuring Jane Goodall. Her groundbreaking work has not only transformed our understanding of the relationship between humans and the natural world but also emphasizes the importance of relationships in driving positive change.
In my artwork, I included one of her quotes: “The most important thing is to involve people in the life around them, to make them understand that what they do, however small it may seem, does make a difference.”
Jane Goodall's message and image perfectly resonate with the KTDRR Conference theme: “The importance of relationships in the exchange of information.” Her contributions have profoundly shaped our understanding of primates and the environment, fostering a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness of all life on Earth. Her focus on relationships—whether between humans and animals, individuals and their communities, or people and the planet—continues to inspire positive change worldwide.
Conference artists shared with the Center on KTDRR these biographical statements. The bios represent their choices about how to describe their expertise.
Patricia is an award-winning graphic designer and illustrator whose clients span national publications, animated films, cartoons, theme parks, theatrical events, and charitable organizations. She founded a private studio where she teaches art to K-5 children. Additionally, she created and implemented the “Hands On” Art Project, funded by the Gene Autry Foundation, involving 990 K-5 students. Patricia has been instrumental in establishing and branding many nonprofit organizations and fundraisers, including the Ghostly Gala for FSHD Muscular Dystrophy (a genetic disease which she had had for over 30 years). She holds a BFA from Art Center College of Design and is certified in the UCLA Social Emotional Arts (SEA) Program.
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