The magic of Autistry Studios – projects make good therapy
“Dignity of risk means if I give you a saw I trust that you will be safe with that saw. We allow the students…
Coming of Age: Eddie Callis turns 21
“They have every bit as much to teach us, as we have to teach them. Maybe more…” Jacqui Callis, Eddie’s mom Update September 17,…
Ikea Syance Wilson’s first art opening
by Debra Muzikar Last Sunday I had the privilege to attend Ikea “Syance” Wilson’s 20th birthday celebration. Her family created a special art gallery…
Living in a geometric universe – on being an autistic synaesthete
Patrick Jasper Lee has given The Art of Autism permission to reprint his latest blog “Living in a Geometric Universe – On Being an…
Autistic people make good friends
“I was deeply touched by the great sense of support and genuine regard for one another that was so obvious when Chris and Shane…
Two movies which feature artists on the spectrum on netflix streaming
by Debra Hosseini Six months ago, Kurt and I decided to spend the $9.95 a month for Netflix Streaming. We both dislike television because…
Eddie – Superboy! Photographer makes his autistic child into a superhero and enters his world
“We often try to make our kids fit into our world. I felt this project allowed me a foot in his world.” Matt Perko,…
Twelve tips for artists: How to market your art
by Debra Hosseini I’ve found that many artists on the spectrum are exceptional at creating art, but unless they have a manager (sometimes a…