Frida Kahlo faced numerous challenges throughout her life that deeply influenced her artistic work. Suffering from polio as a child and enduring a traumatic bus accident at 18, she endured extensive physical pain and surgeries. Kahlo's tumultuous relationships, particularly with fellow artist Diego Rivera, further shaped her emotional landscape and artistic expression. Her paintings often reflect themes of identity, pain, and female experience, blending folk art with surrealism. Through her unique style and personal narrative, Kahlo challenges societal norms and explores her complex understanding of self.