BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Local artist, educator, and writer Casey Dee is launching the second edition of her coloring book "Art2Heal4Hue," designed to uplift and comfort those in challenging situations.

The project was inspired by Savanah Bean, an artist who has faced multiple health battles throughout her life.

"Without artwork, I would've been more focused on my struggles, and those struggles can overtake the mind and make you think negatively," Bean said.

Bean was first diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at 8 years old and underwent a year and a half of chemotherapy.

"I was first diagnosed at 8 years old. I did a year and a half of chemotherapy, and during that time, artwork was so much fun for me," Bean said.

Bean said she relapsed at 12 and again at 16. While getting a bone

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