The HeART of the Journey
Let's Work Together to #createwithhope
We are honored to share this collection of original artwork created by cancer warriors and siblings of children navigating the journey of cancer or the path of loss. This collaboration between Maureen’s Hope Foundation and Liverpool Art Center celebrates the strength and creativity of these young people, offering them a dedicated space to share their stories.
The Artists & Their Stories
Each piece was created by a young artist within the Maureen’s Hope community on an 11x14 canvas panel and framed.
Using paint, personal photographs, and collage, these artists explored their own ideas and perspectives. You will find a personal Artist Statement alongside each piece—written in the artist's own words—offering a window into the meaning and inspiration behind their work.
Supporting the Mission
100% of the proceeds from this auction go directly to Maureen’s Hope Foundation. Your support allows us to continue providing healing art experiences and emotional wellness programs for families who need them most.
How to Participate
Browse the Gallery: View the collection below and read the stories behind the art.
Place Your Bid: Click the "Place a Bid" button on any piece to visit our secure auction site.
Visit the Exhibition: The physical framed canvases will be on display at the Everson Museum in Syracuse on Tuesday evening, April 28th.
Winning & Pickup: Once bidding concludes, winners may pick up their artwork at the Everson event or schedule a pickup at Liverpool Art Center. Contact the center to arrange a convenient pick up time after 4/28.
We are so grateful to these young artists for sharing their hearts with us, and to you for supporting this community.
I want people to look at this painting and feel the warmth of the world even in periods of darkness.
The piece represents my journey because the statue of David is a huge inspiration in my personal journey with art. I wanted to show that. The one thing I want you to notice is the contrast between the darkness and warmth because life is about duality.
“The Light Around Us”
Artist: McKenzie Fuller
17yrs old Cancer Warrior
I want people to look at this painting and feel my journey.
This piece represents my journey through cancer and my family who has helped me through it.
One thing I want you to notice is how the tulips get closer to the bottom and larger towards the top.
Title: “Tulips”
Artist: Abigail Hobart, 14
Laila Davis,
17yrs old Cancer Survivor
One thing I want you to notice is the salmon.
I want people to look at this painting and feel a connection to nature.
Title: “The Great Outdoors”
Colton Millea
Brother to cancer warrior Guinevere
This piece represents my journey of the times I had to get rushed to the ER
Title: Drive to the ER
Artist: Laila Davis
17yrs old Cancer Survivor
I wanted to keep this, but instead decided to share my work because someone might feel the way I did when it was my journey.
I want people to look at this painting and feel the time it took to heal.
This piece represents my journey because it is my healing throughout treatment.
Title: Almost Healed
Artist: Daniel R,
23yrs old Cancer Warrior
I want people to look at this painting and get the courage that they need to get through it.
This piece represents my journey because when my sister Mya got cancer I lost all of my courage and i don't want people to feel like I did.
One thing I want you to notice is the encouraging words.
Title: “Have No Limit”
Artist: Emma Jamison
9yrs old
Sister to cancer warrior Emma.
I want people to look at this painting and feel “home”.
This piece represents my journey because I love art.
One thing I want you to notice is that nothing is perfect.
Title: “Me”
Artist: Mya Jamison
7yrs old Cancer Warrior
This piece represents my journey because it is my sister Analisa's spirit animal and we loved sunsets.
I want people to look at this painting and feel impressed and mesmerized.
One thing I want you to notice is the eagle flying in the sky.
Title: “Soaring Sky”
Artist: Juliana Liedka,
19yrs old
Twin Sister to Analisa,
A cancer warrior who will be forever remembered and loved.
One thing I want you to notice is that I love my sister Ana.
I want people to look at this painting and be happy.
One thing I want you to notice is that I love my sister Ana.
Title: “Soaring Eagle”
Artist: Chris Liedka
9yrs old
Brother to Analisa, a cancer warrior who will be forever remembered and loved.
I love the hearts and the sun because they make me happy.
When you look at this painting I want you to remember to always be kind to others and love yourself.
Title: “The Heart”
Artist: Amirah
9yrs old
Sister of cancer warrior Daniel
I want people to look at this painting and feel that it is okay to feel emotions.
This piece represents my journey because your love is never gone and they will always be there watching over you.
One thing I want you to notice is the emotions in the painting.
Title: “Galaxy of Emotions”
Artist: June
11yrs old
Sister to Kian, a cancer warrior who will be forever remembered with so much love.
This piece represents my journey because it makes me happy.
I want people to look at this painting and feel happy and joy and like it's summer.
One thing I want you to notice is that it's pretty.
Title: “The Sun Setting Over Flowers of Crystals”
Artist: Guinevere Millea
5yrs old Cancer Warrior
The one thing I want you to notice is the sun.
I want people to look at this painting and feel joy.
Title; “My Happy Place”
Artist: Jerrid Hobart
Brother of cancer warrior Abigail
Cancer Survivor
