Army veteran Veronica Shields found art after the pandemic. "It's such a nice way for us to not only express ourselves, but communicate," she says of her creative work.

Ohio Army combat veteran Mary Skrenta now teaches art to fellow vets. "I've learned with the help of art to turn the trauma and the struggles into victories," she says.

Ohio Navy veteran Candise Baker says she found healing from military sexual trauma through her art. "My hands are busy, then my mind is free."

Army veteran Gladys Lawrence has discovered painting, drawing, and creative expression through Ohio VA's Whole Health Program, finding healing through multiple art forms.

Heather Seymour directs Ohio's Veterans Arts Initiative, offering classes in painting, music, leathercraft, and more to support veteran mental health and reduce suicide.

Ohio Army veteran Leni D. Anderson taught himself to paint after leaving the military. His work has appeared at the Smithsonian, Kennedy Center, and galleries worldwide.

Marine Corps veteran Zack Sliver turns his military experiences into folk rock music through Operation Encore, a nonprofit connecting veteran musicians with the industry.

Air Force veteran Daniel King uses lens-based art and workshops to help fellow veterans express complex feelings. He showcased his work at Ohio's Veterans Art Exhibition.

Mike Carrell discusses helping universities support military students, while WYSO hosts and Army vets Dave and Diamond Smith share some of their campus experiences.

After struggling with post-military depression, Air Force veteran William Bowers now helps fellow veterans start businesses, using his military skills to fuel success.