Diana Martin, Alex's mom, is available to speak to and consult with organizations and parents on how to open a business for a teen/adult with special needs.

She has an undergraduate degree in English from the University of Virginia and a MFA in Creative Nonfiction from Goucher College.  She has been an Adjunct Professor at Montgomery College, Rockville campus, since 2003.  Ms. Martin also has an extensive background in association, nonprofit, and corporation marketing.  She has been a marketing consultant for many organizations, particularly those in the health care and child development arenas. As a freelance writer for over 20 years, Ms. Martin has contributed to local, national, and international publications.  She lives in Rockville, Maryland with her husband, Dan, who is a traumatic brain injury survivor, and son, Alex, who has autism.

Please be sure to visit Alex's Art Loft Shop at www.zazzle.com and view all of the beautiful apparel, office supplies, greeting cards, and other items we've created using his art. Feel free to purchase an item as a birthday gift, new baby gift, invitation, or just because you like it. 

Alex is now creating custom bracelets for Autism Awareness and other causes. Please contact Diana Martin for more information on how to order these unique pieces.

You can also order specific Spring sunflower beads and bracelets on this site. Other designs and beads are also available.

Alex has been weaving rugs and baskets out of yarn on a round loom (actually it's a hulahoop). As shown in the picture, these rugs are great for hallways, bathrooms, or in front of a fireplace. We appreciate donations of old t-shirts (large) so Alex can continue to offer these items at a reasonable price.