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On the first Friday of each month, visual fine art spaces in downtown and midtown Ventura offer a variety of special entertainment to compliment the collectible artworks on display. Demonstrations, lectures, music, and performance provide an opportunity for everyone to share in this unique Ventura cultural experience. First Friday’s goal is to promote the appreciation of art in a relaxed, supportive and fun environment.
On Friday, June 7th, the Bell Arts Factory in Ventura, CA featured the artwork and talents of individuals on the autism spectrum. The Art of Autism exhibit was curated by Debra Hosseini and showcased artwork from over 25 artists on the autism spectrum. The evening included presentations from Brent & Linda Anderson, authors of “Unintentional Humor; Celebrating the Literal Mind”; Kelly Green, autism mom and founder of Autism Highway ; Autistic cartoonist, Calvin Nye; Film producer Keri Bowers and her son, artist, Taylor Cross; a vocal performance by Dylan Aragon; and a preview of the film “Generation A”, produced by Autism Movement Therapy visionary, Joanne Lara.
Art of Autism co-founder, Debra Hosseini and her family, celebrated the accomplishments of her son, featured artist Kevin Hosseini (center), hours after attending Kevin’s high school graduation!
Gayle Rasmussen, Jim Rice and Art of Autism founder Debra Hosseini
At the conclusion of the night, Bell Arts director, Jim Rice expressed his willingness to host another Art of Autism exhibit in the near future!
Jun 13, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Book Tour, Celebrate Autism, Events, Featured, Humor, Idioms, News, Unintentional Humor | Tags: Art, Art of Autism, autism cartoons, autism highway, autism movement therapy, Book Tour, Brent Anderson, calvin nye, Cartoons, celebrate autism, Comedy, Debra Hosseini, Events, joanne lara, kelly green, Keri Bowers, Laugh, Linda Gund Anderson, Literal Mind, normal films, Publicity, The Art of Autism, unintentional humor, ventura, Ventura County Reporter | Leave A Comment »
Brent and Linda were featured guests on Autism Live TV with Shannon Penrod. Shannon is the mother of a child with Autism. She is an author, speaker, coach, educator, film maker and Autism advocate. Autism Live is a production of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), headquartered in Tarzana, California, and with offices throughout the US and the Globe.
This live TV interview provides in-depth information about raising a child with autism and the process of writing Unintentional Humor. Brent tries to “stump” Shannon by giving her the Unintentional Humor cartoon quiz. Everyone needs to watch this informative, inspirational segment about the incredible impact that Unintentional Humor is making. Please watch and share:Unintentional Humor on Autism Live TV
May 24, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Celebrate Autism, Events, Featured, Humor, Idioms, News, Uncategorized, Unintentional Humor | Tags: Art of Autism, Autism Awareness Month, autism live tv, Brent Anderson, California, CARD, celebrate autism, Debra Hosseini, Events, humor, Linda Gund Anderson, Literal Mind, Publicity, The Art of Autism | Leave A Comment »
We must be having fun
May 15, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Humor, Idiom of the Week, Idioms, Uncategorized, Unintentional Humor | Leave A Comment »
Our family is so honored to be included in the latest issue of Kappa Kappa Gamma’s national magazine, The Key. The Key is renowned for their celebration of courage, determination and service. To be featured is a triumph for our entire family and our commitment to Celebrate Autism.
To view the full story in The Key, please click the image above or view a PDF of The Key here.
May 12, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Book Tour, Celebrate Autism, Featured, News, Uncategorized, Unintentional Humor | Tags: ann schnaedter, article, autism, beta mu, Book Tour, Brent Anderson, celebrate autism, kappa kappa gamma, KKG, Linda Gund Anderson, Publicity, the key, unintentional humor | Leave A Comment »
Please consider Brent’s “Literal Mind” when you use this saying….
CUT A RUG: This is a slang expression for dancing. It originates from the idea that you may have to move rugs out of the way to dance or can describe someone who dances so much that they wear a hole in the rug.
Apr 30, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Celebrate Autism, Featured, Humor, Idiom of the Week, Idioms, Unintentional Humor | Tags: autism, Brent Anderson, Cartoons, celebrate autism, funny, humor, Idiom, Idiom of the week, Laugh, Linda Gund Anderson, Literal Mind, unintentional humor | 1 Comment »
The Autism Society of Ventura County
AWESOME IN AUTISM 2013 AWARDEES:
• Parent or Family of the Year –Linda, Brent and Jenny Anderson
• Educator of the Year (PreK-8th grade) – Heather Duval, Poinsettia Elementary
• Educator of the Year (Secondary/Post-Secondary) – Andrea Baehne Meyer, Camarillo Academy for Excellence
• Educator of the Year (Integrated Setting) – Steve Turner, Ventura Community College
• Regional Center Partner of the Year – Colleen Duncan, TCRC Autism Coordinator
• Children’s Service Provider of the Year – Laura Cornish, SLP
• Adult Service Provider of the Year – SAGE Supported Living Services
• Community Member of the Year – Coach Lee Woodward, Region 68 VIP Soccer & PVRPD Special Needs Basketball
To read more about the Ventura County Aut2Run event read the article from the Ventura County Star.
Apr 23, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Book Tour, Celebrate Autism, Events, Featured, News, Uncategorized, Unintentional Humor | Tags: Autism Awareness Month, Brent Anderson, California, celebrate autism, Linda Gund Anderson, Publicity, ventura, Ventura County Reporter | Leave A Comment »
Our journey to write Unintentional Humor and create the Celebrate Autism foundation would not have been possible without the support and friendship of the incredible women of Kappa Kappa Gamma. In May, 2012 we visited the Struve family in Chicago, IL. Robin Ruyle Struve, is an attorney at Latham & Watkins, LLP who has generously donated their time and expertise (pro bono) to establish the Celebrate Autism 501(c)3 foundation.
Linda & Jenny with the Struve Family in Chicago
As we travel the US attending autism events and selling Unintentional Humor books, we often connect with Kappas around the country. The unconditional support we receive from from KKG friends is a large part of our success. We look forward to meeting friends new and old in the upcoming months!
Buff game with the O'Sheas
Chinatown with Amy Larson
Dinner at the Doty's mountain house
Piano lessons with Christine Brown
Celebrating birthdays in Vegas
Meeting writer Ann Schnaedter in Williamsburg
Apr 22, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Book Tour, Celebrate Autism, Events, Featured, Humor, News, Uncategorized, Unintentional Humor | Tags: autism, Autism Awareness Month, autism book tour, beta mu, Brent Anderson, California, celebrate autism, Celebrate Autism RV, Colorado, Greek life, kappa kappa gamma, KKG, Linda Gund Anderson, Roadtrip, unintentional humor, university of colorado boulder | Leave A Comment »
A huge crowd gathered for the opening of a music themed Art of Autism exhibit at Mr. Musichead gallery in Hollywood on March 23, 2013. Autism advocate and filmaker, Alex Plank emceed the nights events which showcased music by talented singer/songwriter Nick Guzman. Other presentators included Dani Bowman, founder of Powerlight Studios; Kelly Green, founder of Autism Highway and Brent Anderson, autism author and speaker.
Brent Anderson, Jenny Anderson and Alex Plank
Brent was a popular presenter as he quizzed attendees to guess cartoons from his book, Unintentional Humor.
Reporter Aaron Blevins enjoyed the challenging Unintentional Humor quiz!
Click on the above photo to see a copy of Aaron’s article in the Park LaBrea News.
Please use these links to discover more information about the Art of Autism or the Celebrate Autism Foundation.
Mar 22, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Book Tour, Celebrate Autism, Events, Featured, Humor, News, Uncategorized, Unintentional Humor | Tags: Art of Autism, autism, Autism Awareness Month, Book Tour, Brent Anderson, California, celebrate autism, Events, Linda Gund Anderson, Literal Mind, Mr. Musichead Gallery, Park LaBrea News, Publicity, The Art of Autism, unintentional humor | Leave A Comment »
Thank you Kim for writing about Unintentional Humor and the literal mind of autism. It is so important for people to understand the confusion that often occurs with our spoken language. By sharing Brent’s stories and humorous examples of his literal mind, we hope to help everyone learn to communicate more effectively.
Feb 22, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Celebrate Autism, Featured, Humor, Idioms, News, Unintentional Humor | Tags: book, Brent Anderson, Cartoons, humor, Linda Gund Anderson, Literal Mind, Media, Publicity | Leave A Comment »
A broken heart is a common metaphor used to describe someone that is experiencing great emotional pain. It refers to the physical pain a person may feel in the chest as a result of loss. It is commonly used to describe the end of a relationship.
Feb 21, 2013 | Categories: Autism, Humor, Idiom of the Week, Idioms, Uncategorized, Unintentional Humor | Tags: autism, broken heart, Cartoon, expression, heartbreak, humor, love, metaphor, sadness, unintentional humor, valentines day | Leave A Comment »
