As a toddler, Alonzo embarked on a unique developmental path that profoundly influenced his ways of thinking, learning, and communicating. Within this transformation, something remarkable emerged. As Alonzo often puts it, "God gave a gift," sparking an intense drive to create. He meticulously formed animal sculptures and expressed himself through vibrant paintings that uniquely capture a scene's temperature in the sky. His passion for art was so strong that even without access to traditional materials, he resourcefully found ways to sculpt and paint with whatever was at hand.

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For over two decades, Alonzo honed his artistic skills in relative obscurity. This changed dramatically in the early 1980s when the movie Rain Man drew international attention to Savant Syndrome – a term for individuals with developmental disabilities who possess extraordinary, genius-level skills. As an artist with Savant Syndrome, Alonzo creates with remarkable ease, a skill that gained global recognition, allowing him to share his joyful, possibility-filled art worldwide. He is celebrated as one of the world's most prodigious savants, appearing on programs like 60 Minutes, Geraldo, and the Discovery Channel’s World of Wonder. This exposure propelled his art to international acclaim. From a young age, Alonzo held not only the genius for his art but also an inner vision for its success, dreams that continue to unfold in his life.

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Beyond his artistic achievements, Alonzo leads an active life in his community. He lives independently with some assistance and holds part-time jobs in addition to his sculpting and painting. Eager to inspire children's creativity, he often demonstrates his art at local schools. Alonzo's radiant personality touches all who know him.