“I Love ART”

Mixed Media Artist, Andrew J. Dodge

"Passionate mark-making," "Full of energy and creative expression,"

At the age of three, Andrew was diagnosed with profound autism. Hyperacusis makes him sensitive to certain sounds, loud noises, and different pitches. He also has OCD and apraxia of speech, which make verbal communication difficult.

Art has become Andrew’s primary form of expression and communication. Drawing has helped him tremendously to stay calm and grounded.

He enjoys working in all mediums; however, pen, pencil, marker, glue, and Crayola Twistables are his favorites.

“Andrew's art is full of energy and creative expression. Andrew loves color and pattern and connection to the subject. Andrew loves to see how materials interact and loves the feeling of loose, expressive brushstrokes. Andrew's style is very free and bold. ”

LAUREN RUDOLPH