Speak With Pictures

Welcome to Speak With Pictures

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I am a high school senior and the sister of a brother with severe autism.

Growing up with him, I often felt the challenge of not being able to understand his needs or feelings, and he struggled to express himself in return.

This communication gap inspired me to search for a better way to connect.

Using my passion for art and my skills in computer graphic tools, I began designing a simpler and more intuitive version of PECS.

Unlike many existing PECS applications that can feel overwhelming—filled with too many icons, complicated instructions, and high costs—my project focuses on what truly matters: accessibility and clarity.

I carefully selected essential words and created picture cards that are straightforward, visually clear, and less distracting, especially for children with severe autism or intellectual disabilities.

PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) is a picture-based communication tool widely used to help autistic children express themselves and interact with the world.

Through Speak With Pictures, I hope to provide not only a practical tool for communication, but also a platform that celebrates creativity, empathy, and family connections.

This project is both deeply personal and a step toward making communication more inclusive and human.