About Trent Altman

Trent’s Bio 

Trent Altman is a United Nations award-winning artist of the Autism Awareness Stamp, 2012. He paints expressionistic abstract pieces in acrylics and mixed media collages on canvas. Making art has provided Trent connections to peers and friendships, as well as enable Trent to live life with increased independence. Trent is a wonderful example of how someone who has autism has met the challenges to live a full life, both employed at a retail store, and as an artist. Trent lives with a friend who is also his mentor. Trent lives in Louisville, KY. To learn more about transitioning into life goals and creating individualized supports, go to www.independencebound.com

Trent’s Artist Statement

Trent paints expressionistic abstract pieces in acrylics and mixed media collages on canvas. His work displays an emphasis and commitment to the PROCESS of art making over and above the PRODUCT. Experiencing his work makes that abundantly clear. You can sense a freedom of expression, movement, energy and drive through the multiple methods of applying paint and collage materials. With each piece he discovers, explores and ultimately shares layers and avenues of moods and emotions. The viewer of the work is encouraged, and perhaps can’t help, but be drawn into the wonder of the how, what and WHY of the process that brought the piece to life. For Trent this process rises above all else as making art nurtures his mind, heart, and soul – reaching within himself and sharing with others – through the process.