I have an adult son with an autistic disorder (Asperger Syndrome), who is extremely talented in drawing , but cannot find work in this field because of his disability, how do we go about getting his talent noticed,so that he could earn a living doing this. He has college qualifications in advanced art & design.
2006-11-16 12:02:57 · 17 answers · asked by ash 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Drawing & Illustration
I would advise having him participate in all sorts of art-publishing events, no matter how small they may seem. Like those little contests? Fliers? Newspaper requests? Answer them. If they are impressed, they will spread the word.
2006-11-16 12:06:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would discuss the possibility of enrollment at a school that is art intensive. Many schools nowadays can work with disabled individuals, and it would be to your son's benefit if they're willing to work with you. Perhaps they can tailor a program for him that will take his disability into account while allowing him to earn a degree. There are quite a few continuing education programs as well. Another good thing about university/college programs is access to people with whom you can network; most talent is noticed by word-of-mouth. If your son has a teacher that can guide his work towards people interested in seeing it, it'll get more exposure.
The internet is not to be ignored. Have you and your son looked into creating an online portfolio? It's a great way to get maximum exposure to a worldwide audience. And to have artistic talent in the face of disability is an admirable skill that many seek out. If you're hesitant to create a site, there's always places like http://www.etsy.com/ that offer places to set up a storefront.
Look into local/state art guilds, contests, and specialized gallery showings to enter, too. Often times it's free publicity. Putting fliers offering the sale of some of his artwork in libraries and public areas can draw interest.
Hope your son realizes his artistic dreams :]
2006-11-16 20:27:29 · answer #2 · answered by memetan the conqueror 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try local restaurants/cafe bars and home decor stores (especially local ones not the big chains). It is quite a usual trend to now have independent artwork for sale in such establishments and also gains notice from lots of customers. The restaurant/decor store gets FREE modern artwork and you gain the possibility of a sale and also plenty of exposure.
On a positive commercial note your son's autism will give the artwork an instant "hook" as many good people are very prepared to support people with these type of disorders.
Also you could contact local art galleries if you have a collection for a portfolio to possibly display some of his work.
Exposure is the key. The more people that see his work, the more interest it will attract.
Good luck
2006-11-16 21:39:30 · answer #3 · answered by Gareth 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am sorry I have just logged on and have not researched my answer but I am sure that you will be able to find artist support groups for `disabled` artists on the internet. I have heard of a collective of artists with problems such as your son who work as a professional arts design and advertising agency, unfortunately I cannot remember where I heard about them. There are UK based. Contact any support groups you know and ask them to look into this for you. I wish your son good luck in his artistic future
2006-11-16 20:16:28 · answer #4 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My niece is also quite talented in the art field and her mom found this website, specifically for artwork by young people. I don't know what they may be able to offer in the way of guidance for special needs and I don't know the age cutoff but maybe their site will help. My niece made her first submission at age 17
Good luck to him ... a God-given talent is such a wonderful thing to share!!
2006-11-16 20:11:44 · answer #5 · answered by princessmeltdown 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would take more notice of a painting if I'd known it was done by someone wth a disability. Try your local paper first as a promotional tool, then Im sure a curator or art critic will take notice, not just of your sons condition, but Im sure his drawings speak for themselves. I wish you all the best.
2006-11-16 20:07:18 · answer #6 · answered by Proinsias 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I volunteer with the MRDD population I have not heard of any such venue but will be watching this for more answers Have you considered e-mailing OPRAH?
I am currently writing about my expierences with the disabled and group homes situations I am having a ball and love it- thought the pay is very small.... it is invaluable time spent!
2006-11-16 22:52:34 · answer #7 · answered by admiredi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take good quality photographs of his work and send them to art galleries with a covering letter. If his work is good, they will respond. At the end of the day, it's work that sells that is hung in commericial galleries.
2006-11-17 04:51:11 · answer #8 · answered by Orla C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What you can do is post his work on www.deviantart.com, he will not be discriminated against because no one will know of his disorder. You can do all the uploading and commenting for him. You may even be able to sell his work! You will get a portion of the profit.
2006-11-16 21:59:32 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
find research on art musiams send them pictures on his work
but dont tell them he has a autistic disorder until they want to see his work face to face
it may sound harsh but it may work
show them in the local paper
hears the best one
....
....
...
contact the bbc to do a piece about him on the tv . it will go around the world and he will get noticed good luck to u and ur son!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-11-23 13:26:17 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋