The Redpath Centre's Featured Artist Series: A Celebration of Creativity
and Inspiration
We are pleased to introduce our Featured
Artist Series. Each year, there will be two new art installations in our waiting area. All art displayed will be by people
with Asperger Syndrome. The art will also be for sale and all proceeds will go directly back to the artist. We are thrilled
to have Kaitrin Beechey as our first featured artist. Kaitrin's exhibition is entitled "Windows by Kaitrin"
Kaitrin
has become well-known throughout the autism and Asperger community through her displays at autism conferences. Her art was
recently included in an installation in the Lieutenant Governor's office. Her works are inspiring, beautiful and meaningful.
Thanks Kaitrin for being The Redpath Centre's first featured artist!
Kevin Stoddart, Director
From an early age, I have been captivated by intricate detail, pattern and repetition.
I use pigment ink-based pens with various point sizes and sometimes I add pencil shading. I tend to fill the entire space
because I like the dramatic effect of the black and white patterns. My inspirations come from various sources--hiking in the
woods, reading favourite books like ‘Harry Potter', watching movies like ‘Lord of the Rings', listening to music
like ‘Enya' and of course, my vivid imagination.
I see my 'Aspergers' as a gift and a positive influence
on my art. Just like my curly hair, it is a part of me. It shapes my personality and the way I view the world. I call my art
‘Windows by Kaitrin' because windows go both ways. They allow me to look out to the world, but they also allow you a
glimpse into my peaceful world.
Through my art, I hope to encourage others to celebrate their strengths and cherish
their differences.
