Perceptions. I was introduced to so many talented
artists, all of whom are just as compelling as the
art they have created. Here are just a few:
Obsessions can become art forms
Grant’s Story: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, CREATE
Grant Manier had a compulsive habit of tearing
paper. His mom, Julie, instead of trying to extinguish his habit, channeled Grant’s compulsion
into beautiful collages. Many of Grant’s collages
take months to complete. Grant incorporates
thousands of pieces of paper, puzzle pieces, and
recycled cardboard into his cool-ages. He is now
referred to as an eco-artist and sells his creations
for thousands of dollars. In his words, “I have autism, and I have daily challenges and struggles,
but my disability has become my ABILITY to
contribute to help changing the earth’s environment and raise the awareness of special talents
among those with different abilities.”
Wil Kerner Cutout Kid Autistic Artist
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Zoom Autism Through Many Lenses
Grant Manier