Robbie Ierubino

I am autistic. Throughout my entire life, I faced many challenges that "typical" kids do not. It took me a long time to speak as a child, and communication is still difficult. Because of my autism, I struggle with verbal communication. Talking with people and writing my thoughts are difficult because finding the right words is hard. Through my art, I feel free. I think autism has given me a unique perspective, and I hope it comes through in my art. My understanding of the world may differ as my senses are always on high alert. For example, I see pictures in my head when I hear music. Or, when I think of a movie, I can see it and listen to it playing in my mind. Sometimes these constant bombardments are unwelcome and may overwhelm me, but this allows me to boost my visual communication to let my works convey an intended message in a manner that I may not be able to verbalize.

In June 2020, I graduated from Staffordshire University in Stoke-on-Trent, England, with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Graphic Design. In November 2021, I received my Master of Arts degree in Arts and Creative Technologies (also from Staffs).