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In our thesis, we try to establish a connection between dyslexia and fine art. First, we describe the characteristics of dyslexia and introduce a number of famous artists with this condition (Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo Picasso, Auguste Rodin, Andy Warhol, and Robert Rauschenberg), and the contribution of their deliberations to the world of art, and that of their works for understanding dyslexia. Similarly, we discuss a few notable works of art, relating to word art, and our own work regarding dyslexia. Many authors, artists and psychologists agree that uncovering dyslexia in an early stage of a child's development is crucial for his progress (Clancy, Davis & Braunn, Krajnc, Kruh, Medved, Mihelič). Dyslexia is not dependent on the environment, physical and personal attributes, for it does not differentiate between children, adults and the elderly, while it manifests itself in various difficulties experienced by dyslexics, for instance trouble with following the flow of though. While most people have a more developed left cerebral hemisphere, this is not true for dyslexics, who have a more distinct right cerbral hemisphere, responsible for creativity and artistic expression. That is the reason why dyslexics are more creative, and when such artists specialize in a given field, they develop their abilities to above average dimensions. This thesis is based on the works of many authors, including Slovenes: Jure Mikuž, Marija Kavkler, and Polona Tratnik, and authors from abroad: Ronald Dell Davis, Maurice Merleau-Ponty, Claire Bishop, et al. Therefore, it is based on theoretical works of authors, working in the field of Arts or in the field of Special pedagogic education, while works of many other authors, theorists and artists, relevant to this thesis, complement it. We made use of scientific literature, research articles, interviews, web sources and students' books. By using these, we will try to prove or disprove our hypotheses and assumptions. |