Martha Valenta
ADHD Brain Coral
Art that encourages self-acceptance and understanding of ADHD.
What is ADHD Brain Coral?
While vacationing in Belize, I was spiraling with negative self-talk over a pre-vacation, ADHD flub. Diving into the reef calmed me. When I spotted a brain coral, its curvy, mesmerizing patterns felt like a reflection of my own ADHD brain. In that moment, I accepted my beautifully inconsistent brain. Upon my return to St. Louis, I began sketching and painting what became ADHD Brain Coral, in hopes that it would help others find self-acceptance.
Goals and Plans for ADHD Brain Coral
ADHD Brain Coral is intended to help folks who have ADHD find self-acceptance, while encouraging others to better understand the neurodiverse experience.
In 2024/2025, ADHD Brain Coral is evolving into interactive, immersive, more accessible, multi-sensory works that foster empathy, joy, and connection with neurodivergent minds.
Current & Upcoming Events
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“Impulsive Indulgences”
I Need That Art Gallery
Show runs Saturdays Noon-6PM through January 25, 2025ADHD Awareness Month events at the gallery during this show.
In celebration of ADHD Awareness Month, “Impulsive Indulgence” is a show featuring nine interactive, multi-sensory works that explore self-acceptance and understanding of ADHD experiences.
Expect to see, touch, and taste the art.
The Designing Block
7735 Clayton Road
St. Louis, MO 63117This venue has major accessibility challenges for guests with mobility issues, including stairs.
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“Attention Disco”
Saint Louis Public Library
Central Branch
Carnegie Room (Third Floor)
May 2025This collection of six immersive installations invites guests to fully experience multiple facets of what it’s like to live with ADHD.
Expect to see, hear, and, touch the art.
Saint Louis Public Library - Central Branch
1301 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63103This show is completely accessible and inclusive.
Thank You For Your Support!
Susan Block
The Designing Block
Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis
I Need That Art
Saint Louis Art Museum
Lynn Cook
Pathways To Independence
Jodi Woessner
The Bowen Family
Piper Hutson
Tim Meehan
Matt Clemetson/Nokkensound
Nikki Zavradinos
Dana Watkins-Mullins
Betty Vatterott
Sarah Pickerell
Jennifer Grotpeter
Matt Lynch
