Spreading Happiness Through Art Following Boston Bombing

Colorful multi-media canvases are being created by Brianna Seiders to spread joy and raise money in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing.

"It makes me happy that people are getting happier," said Brianna Seiders who is creating colorful art in contrast to the dark events that unfolded at the Boston Marathon.

12 year-old Brianna, who attends 7th grade at Trottier Middle School in Southborough, and her mother Jessica were glued to the TV during the marathon bombing and the week that followed. Brianna knew she wanted to do something to help after seeing what happened that day.

She had been trying out a new art style she found on Youtube that uses bright colors and crayons in the weeks prior to the bombing. She has started a fundraiser through customized canvases using the style. Donations can be made here for the custom pieces of art.

"It makes people happier," she said of the custom, colorful pieces of art she crafts.

She has already raised over $200 that will go to a local Bolton family directly affected by the bombing. Brianna is willing to help teach any other students who want to join in her cause. They can email her at briannaseiders20@yahoo.com.