User:JustinAshton

Justin Ashton
b. January 19th 1988, Baddeck N.S., Canada

As a Respected Nova Scotian Artisan, Justin synthesizes both traditional and contemporary styles with his own unique creativity. Unbiased to using only canvas and paper, Justin brings to life a variety of mediums in a mind appealing matter. Keeping true to Canadian values, his work reflects art from abroad, indulging viewers into a sophisticated world of imagination, passion and culture.

Diagnosed with Crohn's Disease at age 6 Justin and has undergone over twenty surgeries, Tube feeding, Restricted diets, Steroids, immunosuppressant, Anti-Inflammatories, Months of hospital stays, and is an Active Ostomate. Exposed to a Lifetime of experiences all before Graduating High school, has given him an New outlook on his dis'Ability' which has shaped his personality to its current condition.

Justin is also an avid member of the community, as a Kid He Played Hockey every Winter and Baseball and Soccer in the Summers, Leading him to Coach his sisters Soccer Team. Keeping active by either Biking, Swimming or Hiking, he also enjoys to relax with a Cup of Tea, a Guitar, or a Doodle Pad. Justin has Volunteered for several close Charity's including the IWK, CCFC, UOAC, and Easter Seals. Having spent time in the IWK hospital as a child, He quickly learned to appreciate the help volunteers give. Justin has Organized BBQ's, Sold Armbands, Hosted Musical Events, and was a torch bearer alongside Steve Giles(Olympian) at the Annual Mini Olympics. Justin is also proud to have Designed the IWK's Telethon Thank-You Card. He's also a member of the U.O.A.C Board of Directors and was appointed as The Canadian Youth Ambassador, Representing all Canadian youth at the World Expo '05 in Aichi Japan, along side the likes of Alanis Morissette and Jeremy Fisher.

Upon opening Justin's Cover, you'll find a Sensible, Humorous Single Father, with plenty Charisma and Energy radiating from within. Sarcastic at times he always draws the funny out of the worst situation in an optimistic manner. He often says not to regret what you've done, be Proud of yourself, and Laughter Truly is the Best Medicine.

"Life is no more than an ever-continuing story, seized together by one common entity, Your Name." -Justin Ashton