Op for new kidney transforms plumber Gary into gifted artist
A PLUMBER has turned into an artist after getting a new kidney – which he believes came from a gifted painter.Gary Leighton, 44, discovered his new skill after a life-saving transplant.
He had never painted before and believed he had no artistic talent. But Gary got a sudden urge to pick up a brush and canvas – and is now good enough to start selling paintings for £1,000.
He is convinced he must have inherited talent from his donor. And he may find out – after writing to the donor’s family.
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A third of transplant patients believe they have taken aspects of the donor’s character, studies have revealed.
