Jamaican Guhl: The Artwork of Tamara Natalie Madden

Hey Ya’ll,

Meet Tamara Natalie Madden. Born in Jamaica and currently residing in Atlanta, she is a lovely Leo with a passion for literature and poetry. More than just a pretty face with an art easel, Maddens life has presented its share of challenges. The following excerpt is quoted from her bio:

“In 1997, Tamara was diagnosed with a rare genetic kidney disease called IGA Nephropathy. Over the next few years she would watch her body deteriorate while she tried to maintain sanity amidst all of the toxins collecting in her body. In order to maintain some semblance of normalcy, she began to create again. In 2000, Tamara took a trip home to Jamaica in hopes of reuniting with family and finding a long lost brother. She had no idea that the trip would save her life. Her brother, who she had not seen since she was six, offered his kidney to her upon seeing the condition that she was in. This amazing offer was consummated in 2001 with Tamara undergoing a successful kidney transplant. That year she participated in her first art exhibition, making good on the promise that she had made to herself long ago to become a professional fine artist.”

Art is healing. Art nurtures the soul. Art changes peoples lives. I love art and artistic people. Thus the reason why I enjoy sharing artists profiles with you. . . .

Check out more of Tamaras work at tamaranataliemadden.com or send her a shout at Tamara L’Artiste.

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