AUTUMN de FOREST

remarkable talent that would soon unfold. Remarkably, Autumn is a self-taught artist whose work is born from pure intuition, imagination, and inspiration. Her style is a captivating blend of abstract expressionism, impressionism, and modernism, with influences from masters such as Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, and Georgia O'Keeffe. She draws inspiration from a diverse range of sources, including dreams, fleeting observations, and even commercials, creating a unique visual vocabulary all her own.

This extraordinary talent quickly captured national attention, leading the media to hail her as an "artistic genius" and "prodigy." She began her professional career at just six years old, and by age ten, she had her first solo exhibition here at Ocean Galleries. Her parents, Doug and Katherine, provided her with museum-quality paints and canvases, and she now creates large-scale works, often measuring 4 by 6 feet, using a custom-built wooden bridge to reach the center of her canvases.

Art runs deep in Autumn's family; she is related to a long lineage of collected artists, including Lockwood de Forest (1850-1932), George de Forest Brush (1855-1941), and Roy de Forest (1930-2007). Her talent has garnered significant national and international recognition, with features on major media outlets, including the Today Show with Matt Lauer, as well as ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC News. The Discovery Channel, in a special on child prodigies, referred to her as an "artistic genius."

In 2015, Autumn's artistic and philanthropic contributions were recognized on a global stage. She was invited to the Vatican, where she was honored with the prestigious International Giuseppe Sciacca Award for Arts and Culture. This award, presented to young individuals who are "changing the world for the better," led to a private audience with Pope Francis. For this occasion, she created a special series of artworks inspired by the Vatican's religious and gothic iconography, which now resides in the Vatican Collection. Beyond her artistic achievements, Autumn de Forest is a dedicated philanthropist, using her art to support charitable causes and inspire young people worldwide. She has delivered lectures for global corporations, universities, and various organizations, sharing her creative journey and message of hope.

Autumn continues to create thought-provoking artwork and remains a respected figure in the art world. Her paintings are featured in exhibitions at galleries around the globe, and she continues to use her platform to inspire and connect with others.