EDEN MCDOWELL KEIL
ELIXIR
Miami Children's Hospital 2014
Syringes, Glitter, IV Poles, Personal Notes
Using glitter, syringes, and familiar medical supplies, patients, families, and staff crafted their own "magic shots," using art as a way to navigate the emotional complexities of hospital life. Each participant made one magic shot to keep, hanging it on their IV pole or placing it in their hospital room, and another to contribute to the collective installation. Tucked inside each syringe, handwritten notes captured the hopes, fears, and wishes of their creators, turning a symbol of medical intervention into one of self-expression and resilience. This shared artwork became a visual representation of the hospital community’s strength, creativity, and connection.
