More than 100 pieces of art created by stroke survivors are on display in Bath.
The aim of the exhibition, called Stroke of Genius, is to show how it is possible to overcome disabilities caused by stroke and create pieces of art.
It is being held at Bath Central Library until Fri April 19 and is free to attend.
Brian Fooks, 68, from Bath has photographs in the exhibition.
When he first had a stroke in 2002 he could only say 'no' or 'don't know' and couldn't tell left from right.
This meant he was unable to use the phone and had to re-learn the alphabet.
Mr Fooks is an active member of the Stroke Association's Communication Support Group in Bath and has photographed the group members for the exhibition.
He has also supported other stroke survivors taking part in local exercise programmes.
Mr Fooks said: "I really enjoy using my digital camera because it encourages me to get out more.
"I want to explore different techniques so I can tell stories about what I see.
"I still have some remaining communication problems but find ways to laugh through it and the most important thing I remind myself is that I'm still here."
More than 120,000 people are living with the effects of stroke in the South West.
A stroke is an attack on the brain which can take away people's ability to speak, walk or understand which can be very isolating.
The exhibition is part of a campaign by stroke survivors to illustrate what they can achieve with the right support.
Stroke Association spokeswoman Sarah Miller said: "We see the overwhelming courage and determination many stroke survivors show in coping with the loss of many things we take for granted such as being able to say what we are feeling or walk on our own.
"This exhibition gives us all the chance to demonstrate the powerful ways art enables people to express themselves."
The exhibition is open from 10am until 4pm Monday to Friday, and 10am until 2pm on Saturday, and people are encouraged to make a donation or buy a souvenir catalogue featuring the work on display.
Pamela Wood from Thornbury near Bristol created two oil on canvas paintings in the show.
She said: "I had several strokes, each causing movement problems to my right side which makes it hard to hold a pencil or brush.
"I could not remember colours or speak well.
"In 2005 I joined the art section of the Thornbury and District Stroke Support Group, I had never drawn or painted before.
"Art became an obsession and I listened avidly to our tutors and I would practice at home for hours, with their guidance I have advanced.
" It's so exciting to think this work will be on display and something has come of the remarkable journey I've been on and I hope to inspire others to think that there is life after stroke."
For more information visit www.stroke.org.uk.
