A2N Shadrach Ezri Almasol Taño

Age: 15

Communication Disorder, Behavioral Disorder and Mild Autism (Level 2) with difficulties in expressive language and fine motor skills

Parent: Johanna A. Taño

Hello, everyone. My name is Shadrach "A2N" Taño and I'm a visual artist who has autism. I started drawing at the age of 9 and then started doing digital art at the age of 11, and now my career has moved on to painting. What inspired me to do my painting career is that there are various art styles that have an acrylic theme to it. I usually do this for art commissions just to fulfill my own destiny.

A2N, a spirited teenager with autism, has found his special way to express himself and become self-reliant through painting. When asked by his Developmental Pedia, Dr. Tala, about his college plans, he chose Visual Arts. This is where his parents took inspiration, and why he was enrolled in painting class. From then on, his natural talent grew, that even his teacher noticed his skills, saying he was gifted with techniques. For A2N, painting isn't just a hobby—it's his way to survive and create a future where he can support himself. Through A2N's art, his parents aim to spread hope to other parents and remind them to never stop believing in their child’s dreams and aspirations. A2N is solid proof that children are more empowered when their God-given gifts are nurtured and supported.