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“When I was told I had macular degeneration I decided that wasn’t going to stop me.”

— Stella, Vision Australia client

Helping Stella keep her passion for art

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Stella Stephenson is a 71-year-old artist from Queensland. She produces acclaimed oil paintings and etchings – and is legally blind. It was actually her diagnosis that spurred Stella to devote even more time to her passion. 

“I’ve always loved art and when I was told I had macular degeneration, in 1981, I decided that wasn’t going to stop me and I went and studied art.  

“Life did get a bit busy after that but I’ve been making works ever since then as much as I can. I’ve sold pieces and won some awards as well which has been pleasing.”  

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Vision Australia provides services for people who are blind or have low vision. A person is considered to have low vision when they have permanent vision loss that cannot be corrected with glasses and it affects daily functioning. Low vision can affect people of all ages and can have an impact on many aspects of a person's life. It may result in falls and cause problems recognising faces, reading the newspaper, dialing the telephone or seeing road signs. 

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If your loved one is experiencing low vision, you can submit a family enquiry or call Vision Australia on 1300 84 74 66. Please ask your loved one's permission before contacting us.