My Art, My World - by Rita Winkler (Hardcover)

About the Book

Rita Winkler, a young woman with Down syndrome, shows us the world as she sees it through her art: a place full of joy, color, and delight.

Book Synopsis

Rita: Do we have any boxes?

Mom: Sure, Why do you need a box?

Rita: My teacher says I have to think outside the box!

Approaching her daily life with enthusiasm and humour, Rita rides public transit to her job working at a university coffee shop. She takes yoga and folk dance classes and enjoys drama and music at a day program, and she practices using sign language. In My Art, My World, Rita shows us her love for the world through her great passion: making beautiful and fun works of art.

Proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to organizations that enhance the lives of people with developmental disabilities.

Review Quotes

★ "...Winkler's artistic styles display a sophisticated level of variety. ... For all art bookshelves."--Kirkus Reviews (STARRED)

"A fantastic read for all ages."

--Ruth Bowiec "Kenora Miner and News"

"Rita's world is vibrant and colourful... By using her art to capture her world, Rita's creativity helps to destigmatize disability in this joyous celebration of the power of art."

--Jeffrey Canton "The Globe & Mail"

"With a boldness of intent and line, Rita Winkler invites us to meet her and enter her world, one of artistic temperament, not of disability or limitations."

--Helen Kubiw "CanLit for Little Canadians"

"[Rita's] wry and cheery voice easily reflects her joyful life."--Catherine-Laura Dunnington "CM: Canadian Review of Materials"