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Paul Alexander

A native of Washington State, was born in Seattle and raised in Kirkland. He graduated from Lake Washington High School, before attending The University of Washington.
His life took a drastic turn while playing hockey for a Canadian Junior team.
On December 18th, 1988 he was hit from behind driving him head first into the boards. This injury left him a complete C-6 Quadriplegic.
His first two days were frightening as there was no sign of function from the neck down. The injury fractured the fourth and fifth vertebrae while crushing the sixth. There was no surgery in the beginning instead they opted for a halo vest and traction. On the third day he started to show some recovery in motor skills. He vowed to himself he would be independent again. Only a few weeks had passed when he started to show his true determination. He actually started to lift weights while still in traction and confined to bed. This was only the beginning of a long rehabilitation process; let alone the many unforeseen changes in his life that were still waiting ahead.

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The Artist

Paul Alexander

Paul doesn’t like to take much credit for all the hard work he has put in. However, you can see it in the person he has become and the accomplishments he has achieved.

Without full use of his arms and no hand function he had to learn new ways to create. Either by weaving tools between his fingers or using different types of splints; or

Paul doesn’t like to take much credit for all the hard work he has put in. However, you can see it in the person he has become and the accomplishments he has achieved.

Without full use of his arms and no hand function he had to learn new ways to create. Either by weaving tools between his fingers or using different types of splints; or on the rare occasions his mouth.
Paul has continued to grow as an artist since the original injury, and many subsequent issues over the years.

Using mostly mixed media such as Cante’, watercolor, and acrylic’s just to name a few. His works are not conventional but expressive. “I try to do work to evoke and emotional response from people rather than doing something picture perfect.”

Paul’s work had been on display in several different locations.

The Vancouver Exhibition Hall in British Columbia
Harrison Street Gallery at the Seattle Center
The Karshner Museum in Puyallup
Seattle Pacific University
Edmonds Community College in Lynnwood
Everett Community College
Seattle Central Community College
Mercer View Community Center on Mercer Island

A further list of past locations are available upon request.

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Updated Embrace 1 for Pride Month here in Seattle.

Current Status

Paul Alexander

Current Status

Complications stemming from a medical mishap during a hospital stay in 2009; gave him one of his greatest challenges yet.
These complications eventually led to him being bedbound for nearly 4 years, starting the beginning of 2014

After many years away and multiple sugeries; Paul is getting back to the drawing table. He has since added

After many years away and multiple sugeries; Paul is getting back to the drawing table. He has since added digital media; and is exploring the possibility of metal sculpture and other new mediums. His current goal is reentry into the arts, while continuing his rehabilitation at home.

"I actually have a few goals; 1st is to physically build myself backup to as close to where I was Prior to 2014."
"2nd is to Recreate myself as an artist; my faith, and my art were what helped me through those four years.
I did alot of writing and artwork while lying in those hospital beds. It was my way of escaping, it really did help me get through it all."
"3rd is just to continue to learn and grow. Not only as an artist, but as a person as well."

Whatever challenge he decides to take on, most who know him realize he’ll find some way to succeed.

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Paul Alexander

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Paul Alexander

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Paul Alexander

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