Ep. 30: Autistic Artist Turns Passion into Profession

25/04/2023 31 min Temporada 3 Episodio 30
Ep. 30: Autistic Artist Turns Passion into Profession

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This episode follows Timothy Blackwell through his journey as an artist with autism. He has been drawing since he could hold a pencil. Next year his creations will be displayed in a solo art show! Learn how he recently became a paid freelance artist. Boundless has provided Tim with counseling, peer mentoring, community outings, and now MAX coaching services. A call for local artists helped him reconnect with The Awesome Company and earn income by selling his designs. Join Tim and his mom, Rebecca, Angela Bellin (MAX coaching specialist at Boundless) Kelli James (peer and transitions supervisor at Boundless) and Jacquie Mahan (CEO of The Awesome Company) and be encouraged by the power of connections and partnerships. Learn how more people can get involved in assisting adults with autism find self-reliance and economic inclusion. Send us a text

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