Neurotypical originates from the shared experiences of our family with the autistic population in North Carolina over the past 30 years. Working closely with autistic individuals of all ages and abilities has given us a profound respect and affection for this culture.
Adam Larsen (Director, Cinematographer, Editor)
Adam Larsen is an artist, filmmaker, and projection designer based in Asheville, NC. His diverse body of work spans documentary filmmaking, immersive projection installations, and live performance design. Adam’s directorial debut, Neurotypical, premiered on PBS's POV and has received widespread acclaim. His second documentary, Undersung, chronicles the challenges and resilience of caregivers for severely disabled family members. In addition to his work in film, Adam has designed video projections for nearly 200 productions both On and Off-Broadway, as well as international performances. His projection art includes immersive installations like A Worm's Eye View, a 360-degree experience created specifically for autistic audiences, which premiered at the Common Senses Autism Festival and was later presented at the David Brower Center in Berkeley and Nebraska Flatwater, a 10-projector meditation on the Nebraska landscape. Adam is currently developing The Pinecone, a mobile 360-degree projection venue designed to bring immersive cinematic experiences to new audiences. www.hum-bar.com
Adam Larsen is an artist, filmmaker, and projection designer based in Asheville, NC. His diverse body of work spans documentary filmmaking, immersive projection installations, and live performance design. Adam’s directorial debut, Neurotypical, premiered on PBS's POV and has received widespread acclaim. His second documentary, Undersung, chronicles the challenges and resilience of caregivers for severely disabled family members. In addition to his work in film, Adam has designed video projections for nearly 200 productions both On and Off-Broadway, as well as international performances. His projection art includes immersive installations like A Worm's Eye View, a 360-degree experience created specifically for autistic audiences, which premiered at the Common Senses Autism Festival and was later presented at the David Brower Center in Berkeley and Nebraska Flatwater, a 10-projector meditation on the Nebraska landscape. Adam is currently developing The Pinecone, a mobile 360-degree projection venue designed to bring immersive cinematic experiences to new audiences. www.hum-bar.com
Ron Larsen (Co-Producer)
Ron Larsen has dedicated over 30 years to supporting individuals with autism. He began his career as a therapist with the North Carolina TEACCH Program, a statewide initiative serving the autistic population in North Carolina. Today, he is the co-owner of Centering on Children, a company that designs and manufactures educational tools for children with autism. Their flagship product, ShoeboxTasks, provides engaging, hands-on activities aimed at helping children develop critical skills. In addition to creating impactful educational resources, Centering on Children serves as a model workshop, employing several adults with autism to assemble, package, and ship ShoeboxTasks worldwide. For more information, visit: www.shoeboxtasks.com
Ron Larsen has dedicated over 30 years to supporting individuals with autism. He began his career as a therapist with the North Carolina TEACCH Program, a statewide initiative serving the autistic population in North Carolina. Today, he is the co-owner of Centering on Children, a company that designs and manufactures educational tools for children with autism. Their flagship product, ShoeboxTasks, provides engaging, hands-on activities aimed at helping children develop critical skills. In addition to creating impactful educational resources, Centering on Children serves as a model workshop, employing several adults with autism to assemble, package, and ship ShoeboxTasks worldwide. For more information, visit: www.shoeboxtasks.com
Linda Larsen (Co-producer)
Linda Larsen is a distinguished artist working in painting, printmaking, ceramics, and mixed media. Her work explores the expressive potential of the human figure through gesture, posture, and movement. Solo exhibitions include Entanglements (Revolve) and Sights Unseen (Flood Fine Arts Center). Her work is held in collections such as the Asheville Art Museum and the Fine Art Museum at Western Carolina University. Linda holds a BA in Art History from the University of North Carolina. www.lindalarsenstudio.com
Linda Larsen is a distinguished artist working in painting, printmaking, ceramics, and mixed media. Her work explores the expressive potential of the human figure through gesture, posture, and movement. Solo exhibitions include Entanglements (Revolve) and Sights Unseen (Flood Fine Arts Center). Her work is held in collections such as the Asheville Art Museum and the Fine Art Museum at Western Carolina University. Linda holds a BA in Art History from the University of North Carolina. www.lindalarsenstudio.com
Michael Wall (Composer)
Michael Wall is a composer whose work spans dance and film, creating dynamic scores for a range of choreographers and dance companies. His compositions have been featured in works for the Jose Limon Dance Company, Mark Haim, David Dorfman, Randy James, Martha Tornay/East Village Dance Project, and many others. Michael is also an accomplished live accompanist, performing regularly at institutions such as Princeton University, the Bates Dance Festival, and the American Dance Festival. For more information on his work, visit www.asimplesound.com.
Michael Wall is a composer whose work spans dance and film, creating dynamic scores for a range of choreographers and dance companies. His compositions have been featured in works for the Jose Limon Dance Company, Mark Haim, David Dorfman, Randy James, Martha Tornay/East Village Dance Project, and many others. Michael is also an accomplished live accompanist, performing regularly at institutions such as Princeton University, the Bates Dance Festival, and the American Dance Festival. For more information on his work, visit www.asimplesound.com.
Adam Larsen (Director, Cinematographer, Editor)
Adam Larsen is an artist, filmmaker, and projection designer based in Asheville, NC. His diverse body of work spans documentary filmmaking, immersive projection installations, and live performance design. Adam’s directorial debut, Neurotypical, premiered on PBS's POV and has received widespread acclaim. His second documentary, Undersung, chronicles the challenges and resilience of caregivers for severely disabled family members. In addition to his work in film, Adam has designed video projections for nearly 200 productions both On and Off-Broadway, as well as international performances. His projection art includes immersive installations like A Worm's Eye View, a 360-degree experience created specifically for autistic audiences, which premiered at the Common Senses Autism Festival and was later presented at the David Brower Center in Berkeley and Nebraska Flatwater, a 10-projector meditation on the Nebraska landscape. Adam is currently developing The Pinecone, a mobile 360-degree projection venue designed to bring immersive cinematic experiences to new audiences. www.hum-bar.com
Adam Larsen is an artist, filmmaker, and projection designer based in Asheville, NC. His diverse body of work spans documentary filmmaking, immersive projection installations, and live performance design. Adam’s directorial debut, Neurotypical, premiered on PBS's POV and has received widespread acclaim. His second documentary, Undersung, chronicles the challenges and resilience of caregivers for severely disabled family members. In addition to his work in film, Adam has designed video projections for nearly 200 productions both On and Off-Broadway, as well as international performances. His projection art includes immersive installations like A Worm's Eye View, a 360-degree experience created specifically for autistic audiences, which premiered at the Common Senses Autism Festival and was later presented at the David Brower Center in Berkeley and Nebraska Flatwater, a 10-projector meditation on the Nebraska landscape. Adam is currently developing The Pinecone, a mobile 360-degree projection venue designed to bring immersive cinematic experiences to new audiences. www.hum-bar.com
Ron Larsen (Co-Producer)
Ron Larsen has dedicated over 30 years to supporting individuals with autism. He began his career as a therapist with the North Carolina TEACCH Program, a statewide initiative serving the autistic population in North Carolina. Today, he is the co-owner of Centering on Children, a company that designs and manufactures educational tools for children with autism. Their flagship product, ShoeboxTasks, provides engaging, hands-on activities aimed at helping children develop critical skills. In addition to creating impactful educational resources, Centering on Children serves as a model workshop, employing several adults with autism to assemble, package, and ship ShoeboxTasks worldwide. For more information, visit: www.shoeboxtasks.com
Ron Larsen has dedicated over 30 years to supporting individuals with autism. He began his career as a therapist with the North Carolina TEACCH Program, a statewide initiative serving the autistic population in North Carolina. Today, he is the co-owner of Centering on Children, a company that designs and manufactures educational tools for children with autism. Their flagship product, ShoeboxTasks, provides engaging, hands-on activities aimed at helping children develop critical skills. In addition to creating impactful educational resources, Centering on Children serves as a model workshop, employing several adults with autism to assemble, package, and ship ShoeboxTasks worldwide. For more information, visit: www.shoeboxtasks.com
Linda Larsen (Co-producer)
Linda Larsen is a distinguished artist working in painting, printmaking, ceramics, and mixed media. Her work explores the expressive potential of the human figure through gesture, posture, and movement. Solo exhibitions include Entanglements (Revolve) and Sights Unseen (Flood Fine Arts Center). Her work is held in collections such as the Asheville Art Museum and the Fine Art Museum at Western Carolina University. Linda holds a BA in Art History from the University of North Carolina. www.lindalarsenstudio.com
Linda Larsen is a distinguished artist working in painting, printmaking, ceramics, and mixed media. Her work explores the expressive potential of the human figure through gesture, posture, and movement. Solo exhibitions include Entanglements (Revolve) and Sights Unseen (Flood Fine Arts Center). Her work is held in collections such as the Asheville Art Museum and the Fine Art Museum at Western Carolina University. Linda holds a BA in Art History from the University of North Carolina. www.lindalarsenstudio.com
Michael Wall (Composer)
Michael Wall is a composer whose work spans dance and film, creating dynamic scores for a range of choreographers and dance companies. His compositions have been featured in works for the Jose Limon Dance Company, Mark Haim, David Dorfman, Randy James, Martha Tornay/East Village Dance Project, and many others. Michael is also an accomplished live accompanist, performing regularly at institutions such as Princeton University, the Bates Dance Festival, and the American Dance Festival. For more information on his work, visit www.asimplesound.com.
Michael Wall is a composer whose work spans dance and film, creating dynamic scores for a range of choreographers and dance companies. His compositions have been featured in works for the Jose Limon Dance Company, Mark Haim, David Dorfman, Randy James, Martha Tornay/East Village Dance Project, and many others. Michael is also an accomplished live accompanist, performing regularly at institutions such as Princeton University, the Bates Dance Festival, and the American Dance Festival. For more information on his work, visit www.asimplesound.com.