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Karie's Birthday Fundraiser for The Art of Autism
Fundraiser for The Art of Autism by Karie Gilliland del Solar
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Gabriel Flippo
· December 21, 2017
An excellent website with a wide variety of mediums to explore. As someone without autism, I find it helpful to read and see art made by people with autism to get a better perspective into their lives.... I also believe that the blog can inspire and help others with autism to explore art. A very well done website and page and a big fan of the Art of Autism over all! See More
John Simpson
· November 12, 2017
I don’t know, it is probably my fault, as I am old, probably too old for all this. For me there are far too many links far too often on this page, often with different perspectives. Far too many far t...oo often. And no personal support. Too much mutual admiration.
My grandson is autistic and a few months ago he started to develop some interest in art. I wanted to help him, but honestly, I feel like getting lost in a maze here. I wish I could go back in time when I was young and conversation was meaningful.
Anyway, nothing personal, maybe I am just too old, but I hope I am entitled to my opinion too. See More
Morgan Giosa
· September 6, 2017
I love what this organization does to help promote the creativity of those of us on the spectrum. The arts have become a pivotal part of my life, and I know there are many others on the spectrum who f...eel the same way.

As a bit of personal background: I am on the autism spectrum and had a tumultuous upbringing. I developed a tendency to go inward and shut off my emotions as a self-preservation mechanism. I pursued (and continue to pursue) a career in computer science and web development because it is a more isolated and pragmatic at times than emotional. However, over the last 2-3 years, I passionately dove head-first into the arts. I have been taking abstract painting classes, doing digital photography, taking blues/jazz guitar lessons, dabbling in harmonica and singing blues, and overall, I have found the arts therapeutic and rewarding. The arts have opened me up socially to the extent that I went from shy and timid and anxious to successfully appearing at an open blues jam on the outskirts of Nashville, TN in spite of stage fright and self doubt in a matter of 2 years of playing guitar - something I never thought I would be able to do. I'm creating a documentary for my town's local public access TV channel which highlights my experience so far in the arts/music/technology and puts the spotlight on my educators and mentors in the arts as well. I bring all of this up because I had it rough for quite a while, but ultimately hope sharing my story here and in the film will inspire others who have it rough to realize there is always hope.

On this note, I love this organization because they showcase these types of artistic triumphs many of us on the spectrum experience, while simultaneously shining light onto social injustices many of us experience, which I believe is a great step toward creating a more compassionate world. It's inspiring. See More
Donna Frustere
· October 5, 2017
Fabulous Find of a Site since Im recently coming on Board at "FOCUS" Center for Autism in Canton CT, I will be asistang as an Art Educator with their 12 studenedts ranginf from ages 11-18!! So excited... and need insight from you! I've been teaching the Arts since 1979 and just left the Hartford Public Schools due to Migranes. Thus I will be PT in areas of CT only. See More
Joel Anderson
· October 7, 2017
Thank you for including me in the Art of Autism along side so many amazing artists from around the world.
Andy Dreisewerd
· December 19, 2016
The art of Autism is an interesting organization founded in part or fully to highlight different artists on the spectrum. I happen to be one of them. I also find the body running the show quite capt...ivating, as they have been personal friends for a few years now on the internet. I would recommend this collective to any artist on the spectrum to consider for exposure. See More
Jase Garrigus-Zandt
· March 30, 2017
I love this idea! As someone on the spectrum, I feel that too often people view us in a negative light or think we sit around doing math all day. Thanks for showing the world that we are so much more.... I blog and write articles for several webzines, and recently finished one on Body Image and how it relates to ASD. I've included a link to your donations page for my readers. Hope it helps! :) See More
Dani Bowman
· November 16, 2017
This is a great organization that helps promote the art of individuals with disabilities.
Shanti Inglebright
· September 2, 2017
Just a different way of seeing the world which gives hope to parents
Pol Dévreux
· December 22, 2017
I am an artist in the air… in my thinking et my feeling…
Michael Whary
· June 9, 2017
Excellent, caring organization! I recommend their website to all of my friends!
Eugene Tan
· June 1, 2017
all of the artworks that I've seen from the website is wonderful. which was done by the autistic artists .
Sandy Waters
· January 7, 2017
It's interesting that "The Art of Autism" is allowing this Troll to harass our daughter Candy and family on their "Anti-Bullying" post/thread. If "The Art of Autism" does not approve of and doesn't p...articipate in cyberbullying like they say they do. Then they would delete these defamatory comments about our daughter Candy and our family on their Like Page. The Art of Autism "Anti-Bullying" policy doesn't seem so strict. Sad See More
Ajit Sarangi
· January 14, 2017
A place to motivate and make people aware about the real meaning of AUTISM in style
Noelie Angevine
· December 12, 2016
This site is full of helpful information for and about artists with autism. It gives the artists opportunities to share their work.
Denise Rodriguez
· April 3, 2016
Beautiful but not surprising. We just have a society that never bothered to look. Glad it's finally out there for all to enjoy and be amazed.
Frank Louis Allen
· October 11, 2016
awesome organisation to help us on the spectrum succeed through our Art
Fred Mattrat
· February 14, 2017
Lovely people, for a real cause, acceptance of difference *
Kitt Gardner
· April 18, 2017
Excellent organization promoting education, art, and Autistic people!
Sharon K Huey Persley
· January 19, 2017
its a wonderful explanation of the 'spectrum'. I wish all people knew this.
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This blog has been so popular it has been translated into Spanish and French and we have a printable version on our website. Rebecca Burgess "Understanding the Spectrum" #2 on our list of 2017 most read blogs. All versions have over 100,000 views on on our website

Understanding the spectrum – a comic strip explanation
By Rebecca Burgess For version in Spanish click here.. French version click here. For printable PDF version click here. This is a great handout for Autism Aw
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The Art of Autism's latest blog focuses on sibling stories - with contributions by Jenny Anderson Natalie A Palumbo Jace King and others. Keri Bowers Donald Cohen Kimberly Gerry-Tucker Carly Fulgham Ron Sandison Tom Iland

The Sibling Experience: 7 blogs from brothers and sisters
The sibling relationship is often the most long lasting relationship a person has in their lifetimes. It is often life-changing for the sibling who is not disab
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The Art of Autism Shifting Perceptions Book
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