Abbey • 11 • Kildare
2nd Place • 8-11 Category • 2024Hi, my name is Abbey O'Brien, and I am 11 years old. I have selective mutism and autism, and in the last couple of years, I have used drawing and painting to help me. I love to draw, it is my safe space. I drew this picture as an example of people who struggle through the day. Even though the clock is stopped or broken, the tears water the roses. They are my Mummy's favourite colour. I hope you like it. Abbey O'Brien
“Dear Abbey, As someone who is also neurodivergent I was blown away by your work. It does so much to the way we understand the world and how sometimes things are better communicated through a visual language. This is an outstanding piece of work.”
Artist & Judge