Kaylin Mangold Interview

Autistic artist’s creative talent helps to express emotions

Kaylin started showing interest in art when she was around 4 years old. At that time art helped her to communicate and express experiences and emotions. Kaylin, now twenty-one, loves to draw characters which is inspired by her love to Ocean. She has elaborated her talent by using computer to create a graphic art. We are proud of Kaylin’s remarkable creative talent.

The interview with Kaylin Mangold was conducted by Uplifting Voices in May 2017


What do you like about Art?K: I like that I can create whatever I want through art. It is a way for me to put my imagination on to paper.


Which is your favorite piece of work and why?K: My favorite piece of art is a drawing of a character that I created. I plan to create a story around this character which I want to turn into a Manga, which is a Japanese comic book. I like this character because this character inspires me and was created by my imagination.


What are your other hobbies?K: I love to play video games, and I enjoy swimming and collecting things that interest me. I love reading Mangas, and watching anime.


What is your favorite place to visit?K: I love the beach because I have always been fascinated by the ocean and sea creatures.


What do you like to do when you are with your friends?K:  I don't really have friends because I have a hard time making friends, but it is a goal of mine.


Do you have any special message for our community?K: I would say to follow your dreams, and anything is possible if you put your mind to it.


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