Stephen Wiltshire's art work would be impressive even if you didn't know who he is. But his intricate and architecturally accurate pen and ink sketches are made all the more extraordinary when you learn that he is autistic and was unable to speak before the age of nine. He has created cityscapes from taking half-hour helicopter rides over the world's major capitals including Tokyo and London. Explaining how he works, Stephen says, "I draw from memory, buildings and cities mostly. I can look at something for a few minutes, take it in, then go somewhere else and put it on paper." An extraordinary and unique talent.
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Stephen Wiltshire's art work would be impressive even if you didn't know who he is. But his intricate and architecturally accurate pen and ink sketches are made all the more extraordinary when you learn that he is autistic and was unable to speak before the age of nine. He has created cityscapes from taking half-hour helicopter rides over the world's major capitals including Tokyo and London. Explaining how he works, Stephen says, "I draw from memory, buildings and cities mostly. I can look at something for a few minutes, take it in, then go somewhere else and put it on paper." An extraordinary and unique talent.
