Brushes

The Brushes with Cancer Program

Creating Unexpected Intersections

Brushes with Cancer is a unique and transformative program sponsored by Twist Out Cancer that pairs artists with individuals touched by cancer to create meaningful pieces of art that reflect their journey, emotions, and experiences. Through this collaborative process, Brushes with Cancer aims to provide healing, support, and empowerment to both the artist and the individual affected by cancer. The program finishes on a high note with our signature celebratory art exhibition, celebratory event and auction.

To learn more, download our Brushes with Cancer Overview and FAQ’s 2024

To become a Brushes with Cancer Mentor, please apply here.

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The Brushes with Cancer Experience

The Impact of Brushes with Cancer in 2023

After more than three dozen Brushes with Cancer programs, we continue to see evidence that the experience is impactful for both Artists and Inspirations. Connections fostered through our Brushes with Cancer program offer healing for anyone touched by cancer. Explore the connections made by Artists and Inspirations in 2023 in the 2023 Annual Report.

The Unexpected Intersections of 2023

Sponsor Brushes with Cancer in 2024

Be a part of the transformative impact of Brushes with Cancer by enabling those touched by cancer to share, connect, and heal.

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Current Brushes with Cancer Programs

Brushes with Cancer Fall 2025 Open Program

The next open program will take place in Glencoe, IL in March 2025.

Colors of Systemic Mastocytosis: Expressions of Life with SM

Twist Out Cancer has partnered with Blueprint Medicines, a biopharmaceutical company studying oncology, hematology, and rare diseases, to further amplify its mission to share, connect, and heal. Together, Twist Out Cancer and Blueprint Medicines have developed Colors of SM: Expressions of Life with Systemic Mastocytosis, which is a 4-6 month program that matches individuals touched by systemic mastocytosis (identified as “Inspirations”) with talented artists that work in a variety of mediums.

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Featured Artists