Amanda patient-artist, age 14

Amanda patient artist, age 14 Creating art comes naturally to 14-year-old Amanda. A talented sculptor and painter, Amanda also likes to illustrate books, and she loves to contribute to The Paint Box Project.

Diagnosed with cancer at age 10, Amanda became involved with The Paint Box Project soon after beginning treatment. Now, finished with chemotherapy, she is concentrating on high school and her dreams of becoming an art teacher or an artist when she grows up. Her mom, Debbie, said that The Paint Box Project has been an important source of support for the whole family.

"The Paint Box Project is a way for us to give back to Roswell Park," said Debbie. "I think Amanda will stay involved for a long time."

See Amanda's Merry Christmas Tree holiday card.