Austin Rounds
Artist Statement
Austin Rounds is a twenty-four-year-old artist who has used his art as an outlet and a way to express himself when the world around him may feel off kilter, beautiful, and even challenging. Being autistic has not always been easy, but it is a part of who Austin is and only adds to his creativity. Austin is a published illustrator with several books, graphic novels and album covers in his portfolio. Austin continues to work on commissioned pieces of art and enjoys working with a variety of styles and mediums. Austin has been participating in the Kalamazoo Art Hop since June of 2021 and has been the feature artist at multiple venues including the Kalamazoo State Theatre. Austin has had multiple art exhibits at the Center for New Media Arcus and South Gallery’s and at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. Austin was interviewed by PBS for Kalamazoo Lively Arts Show and has been featured in multiple panel discussions at Western Michigan University and the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. Austin is currently working on a children’s book scheduled for release in the fall of 2026. Please enjoy the marvelously creative and unbridled art of Austin Rounds.
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