Darren Chandra is an illustrator that has been diagnosed with a form of autism called Asperger's Syndrome since he was three years old. This syndrome is characterized by difficulty in reading sign language and a tendency to repeat phrases. This disorder is included in the broad autism spectrum or ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). It affects his ability to communicate and socialize, but at the same time, he tends to behave with a special focus. Darren pursues special interests and engages in drawing as a routine activity. His illustrative drawing style developed from his hobby of enjoying cartoons and picture books. He loves gigantic landscapes (both natural and urban), endless panoramas, and depictions of super/fantastic creatures that live in fairy tale worlds or imaginary kingdoms.

His piece The Playroom, which has been worked on since last year, shows the uniqueness of Darren's drawings. In detail, he depicts the busyness of people in a grand event, such as a fairground or a gigantic performance. There is a large stage on the left side filled with dwarves and clowns, a rotating tower and a collection of thick books on two high shelves. His repetitive tendency or habit of 'repeat phrases' is very prominent in Darren's informative drawings. He worked on this piece with great joy and wanted to share it as a 'good deed' to others. The playroom that Darren imagined in his drawings is centered on two things: a treasure trove of toys and books. Two valuable items that have had a big influence on his life since childhood. This intricate drawing also invites visitors'interaction, namely in finding small hidden objects and colouring favourite scenes together.