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Title
The Invisible Barrier
Artist
Taphath Foose
Medium
Painting - Watercolor And Pastel Pencils
Description
A hazy figure of a young boy with his hands up against the glass in front of him. His mouth is open as if he's calling out or crying. The Autism colors of blue, yellow, red and green are painted on his hands.
This painting is inspired by my son who is autistic. Before his diagnosis and before he progressed in his speech, I remember saying, “I know there’s a sweet, sensitive, loving boy in there. I just can’t get to him.” It’s an extremely difficult and heartbreaking journey and I imagine likewise for those with the diagnosis. Struggles to communicate and the pressure to conform to society’s normalcy can cause feelings of isolation. This painting portrays the invisible barrier and struggle between the autistic and the neurotypical community.
*3rd PLACE tied-win in the SECRET AMONG THE FEW contest 7/14/22.
*1st PLACE tied-win in the FACES OF OUR MENTAL HEALTH contest 5/29/23.
*1st PLACE tied-win in the MANIFESTATIONS OF BEING MUTED contest 12/13/23.
The Invisible Barrier is a 9x12 on watercolor paper. Painted by Taphath Foose.
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April 8th, 2021
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Ramsgate, Ke - United Kingdom
You’ve communicated distress, empathy and understanding with this and I love that it is also symbolic with the autism colours on the hands. This image deserves a wide audience.
New Haven, VT - United States
Wow! All kinds of things being said here, very different from your usual work.
Morongo Valley, CA - United States
Congratulations, Taphath, on your first place win in the MANIFESTATIONS OF BEING MUTED contest with this haunting image!
Martville, NY - United States
Congratulations, Taphath, on your 1st Place Win in the Manifestations of Being Muted Contest! Voted. L/F
Danville, KY - United States
Taphath, CONGRATULATIONS on your tied FIRST PLACE WIN In “Faces of Your Mental Health” contest, SO WELL DESERVED.
Santa Ana, Sa - Costa Rica
Congratulations on your first place in Faces of Our Mental Health Contest Taphath!
Inverness, FL - United States
Congrats on your first place tie in the FACES OF OUR MENTAL HEALTH contest!
Belmont, CA - United States
Dear Taphath, thank you for sharing this art piece that express the difficult and complex issues with autism and for the family. We have three close family friends who have children with different degrees of autism. Needless to say, their children face challenges of living in a neurotypical community that most of us don’t necessarily understand and know how to help. You are a wonderful artist in helping educate us. Best wish to you and your son.
Nelson, BC - Canada
Beyond this being a very compelling, well done image, I believe this is an important work to bring awareness to autism. F
Winston-Salem, NC - United States
A compelling abstract and made even more so after reading the description.
Fountain Hills, AZ - United States
Our society has come such a long way in the diagnosis, treatment and understanding of autism spectrum disorders in recent years, but we still have so much room for progress. Thank you for sharing this personal story and vivid reminder of the challenges so many people with autism face. I hope your son is doing well and finding his voice in this world.
Taphath Foose replied:
Very true, Bonny!! Thank you so much--he's made a lot of progress but it's an up-and-down journey as most will agree. :)
Wheeling, WV - United States
Many people have their own invisible barriers that they struggle with on a daily basis. This poignant image not only represents autism brilliantly but reminds everyone that unseen struggles are a part of those around us.
Provo, Ut - United States
Fantastic Art Piece that STOPS You as You say a Prayer for many..........Blessings...v.
Taphath Foose replied:
Thank you so much, Beverly!! Families with special needs kiddos definitely need prayer and support!! Thank you for the prayers!! :)
Cambridge, ON - Canada
Congratulations, Taphath, on your SECRET AMONG THE FEW contest 3rd place win with this magnificent drawing! L/F/Voted
Morganville, NJ - United States
Wonderful colors and composition in this gorgeous, creative work! f/t
Maple Ridge, BC - Canada
A very moving, and creative image Taphath! Congratulations on your sale of this powerful image. L/F
Niceville, Fl - United States
So, so sad and heartbreaking. Thanks for sharing with us, Taphath. l/f/t
Provo, Ut - United States
Thank You for sharing this Beautiful and Heart Touching piece.....Blessings over Your Work Taphath.....Glad I am getting to know you.......v.
Naples, FL - United States
Incredibly touching and personal art with Impact in a most powerful way. I feel the pains and know the simple joys of being on the path of an Autism diagnosis. Your son is lucky to have you as his mother. Thank you for this amazing work!!!
Taphath Foose replied:
Thank you so much for the very kind and encouraging comment, Don!! Most appreciated!! :)
Merritt Island, Fl - United States
Wow! A powerful and beautiful work of art expressing an important issue, Taphath. I am pleased to hear that your son is learning to express himself, too. Love this. f/l
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