About Korean American Special Education Center
Korean American Special Education Center’s mission is to create a community where people, both with and without disabilities, live together in equality and solidarity. KASEC empowers Korean Americans with developmental disabilities by providing services and resources that bridge cultural and linguistic barriers, ensuring their full inclusion in society. It support individuals with developmental disabilities in leading meaningful lives through professionally curated programs that discover, nurture, and promote their unique abilities. Visit Korean American Special Education Center (KASEC) Website to learn more.
Carissa Mordeno Paccerelli
Woven Harmony: A Quilt of Togetherness, 2025
Acrylic, Felt, Glitter, and Buttons, Size 16"x20"
Carissa is from Pasadena and has always had a deep connection to art, using it as a form of expression before she even spoke her first words. Through vibrant colors and emotion of characters, she has used art as a way to communicate the feelings and observations of the world around her. She aspires to be an artist, illustrator, or character designer in the future.
Artwork Image Description: Joyful kids are collaborating on a large quilt with colorful patches. With care, they are building it piece by piece, to create something extraordinary.
Colin Lee
The Harmony Tree, 2025
Colored Pencil and Markers, Size 20"x16"
Colin Lee, age 12, has autism and began drawing at age five. He enjoys routine and expresses his love for the world through micro-detailed drawings of animals and machines. His art reflects a peaceful world seen through his unique perspective. He lives in Los Angeles.
Artwork Image Description: A cross-section image centered on a large tree. Above ground, people and animals live in harmony, while below, roots intertwine with animal dens , fossils, and an underwater scene.
Derek Oh
Where My Favorite People Are, 2025
Pastel, Size 16"x20"
A peaceful 15-year-old who was diagnosed with autism at two and a half. He loves to draw and expresses himself through his colorful art. He’s a cheerful kid who also enjoys running. He currently resides in Los Angeles.
Artwork Image Description: A diverse group of people, all smiling and holding hands around a circular image that represents the Earth. Inside the circle is a peaceful world with a city facing a beach.
Heon Kyung Choi
The City, 2025
Acrylic, Size 16"x20"
Heon Kyung Choi is from Tujunga studying painting and ceramics at ECA.
Artwork Image Description: A bustling, vibrant city where towering skyscrapers and smaller buildings are packed together. Bright, colorful signs create a feeling of lively chaos that forms a dynamic and harmonious whole.
Ryan Oh
Peace Around the World, 2025
Makers and Pastel, Size 16"x20"
Ryan is a 7th grade boy from Los Angeles who loves animals and animations. He likes and enjoys characterizing people and animals.
Artwork Image Description: A peace symbol made of foliage and flowers encircles the planet, which is surrounded by joyful children from all cultures. A starry sky and a world filled with mushrooms, castles, and rainbows encapsulates the scene.