Autism doesn't have to define a person. Artists with autism are like anyone else: They define themselves through hard work and individuality.

I like to work hard and see the results of my hard work.

I think I'm a pretty open book. We're all a work in progress, and I'm not ashamed to say that I don't have it all together - I don't really think anyone does.

I like to work hard and play hard.

I work hard, like I'm sure everyone else does, and I'm very honest with the work I do.

I've always had a career. I have been working hard since I was 15 years old. Being someone's 'girlfriend' was never what I wanted to be famous for. What makes you 'famous' isn't always what you want to be 'labeled' as or known for.