George Lew posted on January 10, 2011 17:43
Artists with Autism 2008 Exhibition
In conjunction with the International Autism Awareness Month, the Parents’ Resource for Autism Malaysia (PR4A), a non-profit support group for parents with autistic children organised an art exhibition and fund-raising dinner to raise RM100, 000. In support of autism awareness.
The launch of Artists with Autism 2008 exhibition entitled “Awakening, Aspiring, Attaining” saw over 60 art and clay work done by over 15 children with autism on display.
“Awakening, Aspiring, Attaining”
“Art is a great channel of expression and the art pieces here in this exhibition are a testament to that. This event, however, is not only about autistic children but also their caregivers, be it the parents, teachers or medical professionals,” said K.C. Lim, President of PR4A.
“When these caregivers are armed with the right information and knowledge, they can then be stronger role models to influence and instill a sense of confidence and independence to their children. We hope that this will give children with autism a better quality of life and a brighter future,” he continued.
Simultaneously, both events are aimed at creating a strong network and platform to introduce the latest and most successful intervention programmers for children with autism locally. All funds raised will be
channeled to awareness initiatives, art camps for children with autism and to organise more workshops and training sessions to educate parents, caregivers, teachers and professionals on handling children with autism. The art exhibition which took place from April 20 to 26 at The Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur featured 60 paintings in various mediums and beautifully crafted clay works created by over 15 children with autism.
Paintings done by Yeak Ping Lian, 14-year-old artist with autism, were also displayed.
Yeak’s paintings went on display in New York and he received international recognition for his work.
Some of the masterpieces from the art exhibition at the Pavilion went on display at the fund-raising dinner on April 27, at Westin Hotel Kuala Lumpur. These items were then auctioned during the art auction which was one of the highlights of the dinner.
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