Wrestling Before the Gateway

Holly Goodridge explores the ‘blockings’ of living as a contemporary artist with autism and dyslexia. The approach to art applications endures a deterrence within abilities, casting an invisible wall evoking feelings of stupidity and alienation. Driven by these conscious notions, she provides feedback in isolation, continuously into creations, acting as a bridge to other paradigms.

The acrylic-based works on free-form canvas play as a form of ‘blocking’, an entwined act of stimming and escapism. By creating symbolic visual gateways

through bold contrasting colours, she connects to a state of otherness through spiritual form, bridging a gap between the neurotypical observer and herself. 

Photos by Blu Huang.