05/01/2026
“Art is my way of expressing my hearing.” 🎨💛
At just 17, Olivia Strang is already making her mark. The Glendowie College student uses art and creative writing to explore her cochlear implant journey, drawing on feelings, memories and the sounds that shape her world.
Her painting, The Little Things, recently won the People's Choice award in her school art exhibition. This work celebrates sound, connection and gratitude – reminding us that hearing and communication is precious and shouldn't be taken for granted.
Olivia’s artwork is currently on display at The Hearing House.
👉 Read Olivia’s full story here: https://www.hearinghouse.co.nz/single-post/art-is-my-way-of-expressing-my-hearing