Autism is a poorly-understood neurological disorder that can impair an individual’s ability to engage in various social interactions.

But little 5-year-old Iris Grace in the UK is an excellent example of the unexpected gifts that autism can also grant – her exceptional focus and attention to detail have helped her create incredibly beautiful paintings.

Personally, I am not generally much of a fan of impressionistic art, but this is particularly good, even regardless of the intriguing source. Intriguing, as well, because it gives a view of the world from a source that is terribly difficult to understand.

And yep, the Maine Coon in the pictures is (naturally) her therapy cat.

Via Bored Panda.