Ode to Obie, My Chosen Great-Grandfather
byBy Nils Skudra This poem is dedicated to Obie Nash, a very close friend of mine in California who served in World War II…
#ActuallyAutistic Perspective
Blog posts from #ActuallyAutistic people. In 2018 the Art of Autism started paying neurodivergent bloggers.
Black, Autistic, Southern, Elder, Femme
byBy Gloria Jackson-Nefertiti In 2019, six months before turning 63; it was confirmed that I’m autistic. I was different from everyone else, without knowing…
Five Ways to Tame Sensory Meltdowns or what I call my “Honey Badger Moments”
by“A meltdown is a highjack of our emotions.” Ron Sandison By Ron Sandison Most neurotypicals pay little attention to their sensory processing. When you…
The Intersection of Black History Month and Autism
byThe Art of Autism is accepting contributions of art, poems, and prose for Black History Month. Email [email protected] By Dr. Angel Durr, Art of…
In A Different Key Addresses The Many Complex Nuances of Autism
byBy Nils Skudra This week I had the opportunity to watch In a Different Key, an intriguing and comprehensive documentary that examines the origins…
Too Autistic for Black
byDocumentary on being ‘Black, British and Autistic’ – by Writer / Director Tee Cee – Streaming on discovery+ By Talisha Cree Hi my name…
Watch this Tedx Talk: The Art of One Women’s Journey to End Cybercrime
byBy Angel Durr, Ph.D. For as long as I can remember I have been heavily drawn to and engaged in the arts. Whether it…
Artist Ryan Smoluk Brings Mozart’s Music to Art
byArtist Ryan Smoluk shares his process of learning and painting about Mozart this last year. Cover image: Ryan Smoluk “Ode to Mozart” By Ryan…