A 45-year-old man who had a stroke now creates “eye-catching” pictures—a talent he didn’t have before the medical emergency. Wayne Sheppard of the United Kingdom now sells some of his paintings for up to $510 (or £400).
Sheppard’s stroke, reports The Mirror, affected parts of his brain associated with creativity, which can “allow creative processes to flourish.”
David Alexander Dickie, PhD, a medical expert at Glasgow University in Scotland, told The Mirror that damage to certain areas of the brain can result in patients losing their inhibitions and becoming more creative.
“Changes in mood are common after stroke and may contribute to the artistic process, which is linked to emotion,” he said.
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As a senior news writer for TriMed, Subrata covers cardiology, clinical innovation and healthcare business. She has a master’s degree in communication management and 12 years of experience in journalism and public relations.