My name is Yvonne.

I am an artist, researcher and visual storyteller. 

I am neurodivergent. This means my brain works in a different way.

I like to use objects to tell stories through art.

 

How I see the world:

I notice small details that others might miss.

I see how things connects together.

I like to touch objects to understand them better.

Touching helps me remember things.

 

My brain works differently:

Reading words and numbers can be hard for me.

I cannot make pictures in my head.

I need to see and touch real things to make my art.

I am very curious and have lots of ideas.

 

My artwork:

I use old things to make art:

- Old bottles

- Wooden boxes

- Special books

 

These objects already have stories.

I give them new stories.

I mix real history with make-believe.

My art tells curious and unusual stories about the past.

 

You can use different senses with my art:

- You can look

- You can touch

- You can smell

- You can listen

 

Things I enjoy:

I am like a history detective.

I find forgotten details.

I get excited when I find:

- Old labels

- Interesting numbers

- Unusual books and lists

 

How I work:

I use my curiosity like a following a treasure hunt.

One interesting fact leads to another.

I find many exciting things!

I have learned to focus on just a few ideas at a time.

 

My journey:

It took me a long time to find what I love.

People suggested things that didn't feel right for me.

When you see the world differently, it can take longer to find your special thing.

 

Working with others:

I help solve problems when making art with others.

I see how everyone's work fits together.

I notice what might be missing and add things in to help everything make sense.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​