Dermatillomania can be hard to talk about. Let's draw about it.
This is a growing collection of art by individuals who have suffered with Skin Picking Disorder.
Acting as a visual portrayal of their journey, these drawings help other sufferers understand they're not alone.
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Kiera, 26, California
This is a five-page comic I drew in 2019 based on a journal entry when I felt I was at my worst. Comics and writing have always been my chosen medium for self-expression, especially when sharing my personal stories. Unfortunately, when I posted this on my main Instagram account, some relatives saw it and requested I take it down as it creates a "bad image" of me (especially for potential employers). I felt devastated that they asked me to do that, but I did as they said and deleted it from my page, despite the outpouring of support I got from others.
I wish we lived in a world where we could feel safe sharing our vulnerabilities. Not only would we feel like we are not alone and are part of a larger community, but I truly believe it could save lives. It hurts deeply when the people you love tell you to hide your imperfections instead of embrace them.
In sharing my comic again, I hope I can encourage others to speak about their weaknesses, their insecurities, and I also hope it encourages people to be more accepting of others who are different than them.
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Dani L., 20, Iowa
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Alexa N., 15, South Carolina
My character Rory, who also suffers from derma. He's a big comfort to me as a writer struggling with this debilitating illness. We're getting better every day!!
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@Art_environment, Evgeniya K., 23, Russia
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@Sunnyandcrow, April Rose G., 27, New York
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@Lost.milk.art, Angela S., 36, Germany
You can find my art @https://www.facebook.com/pg/lostmilk.art
and https://www.instagram.com/lost.milk.art/
Thank you for your great project, great pictures here <3
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@Lunapyx, Luna, 29, Italy -
@Doodyfish, Janet, 58. Great Britain
I’ve got to know the subject through Instagram and a shared hobby. I really admire her no fucks given approach and I think you can see it in this gritty portrait of her. I used fine liners to create tiny dots, totally apt for this condition. Full permission was obtained before and after completion of the portrait.
