Anasticia Chantler-Lang creates what she calls mashed-media art, using various techniques to bring her visions to life.
People looking to have a copy of Spoken Color Art for their own household or for a loved one can purchase it online at www.spokencolorart.com.
Local artist Anasticia Chantler-Lang got a bug bite in 2008 that would change her life forever.
The pair offer two copies of the book to the public at Java Hut in Kings Beach and Coffeebar Bakery in Truckee. It's their way of giving people a small piece of kindness and encouragement. "The idea is that if you need a little perk through the day, or if you're having a really devastating journey, the intent is to bring those positive feelings and say, 'I have been to hell and back, I know what it's like … never ever, ever give up. You have value, you have more strength than you think you have and you are not alone.' Focus on that, and you can do it," Anasticia Chantler-Lang said.