At a Piece by Piece workshop, you might hear artisan John quote from Shakespeare’s Hamlet. He knows most of it by heart. His sense of humor and entertaining stories keep everyone smiling. Although he expresses himself well through the vivid images of his experiences with apparent ease, he has only recently embraced sharing his story … Continue reading
Betty Rosen has taught with Piece by Piece since its inception, over seven years ago. She facilitated our first community mural for Broadway Village, a location where we still teach today. This mural, created by the residents of supportive housing, hangs in the lobby of Broadway Village II. Betty led the group from design to finishing. Now, Betty … Continue reading
Piece by Piece Program Director Dawn Mendelson with Barbara Hill, Deep Green Housing’s Resident Services Manager Building community is a big part of Piece by Piece. As individuals and as a group, it is through the strength and support of others that we are able to thrive and realize our whole potential. We have made … Continue reading
Carole with one of her nature-inspired pieces. Carole was one of the first participant artists to join Piece by Piece workshops. She says she has always had creativity in her life, from working with pastels (her favorite) to oil painting to working for years as a florist. She brings a rich background of art experience … Continue reading
Landscape artist Juan has been involved with Piece by Piece for just over three years. When he first came to a workshop, he showed everyone his many drawings of beautiful, idyllic nature scenes, all drawn in pencil. His passion for creating was evident and although he may have been new to mosaic, he has since carried his … Continue reading
Belinda Morgan has been volunteering with Piece by Piece for four years. In that time, she has not only given her support and energy to the Piece by Piece workshops, but she has also developed her own talent in the art of mosaic, becoming a very accomplish artist herself. You will notice in every photo of Belinda, … Continue reading
One of our most dedicated artisans at Piece by Piece is Hilda M. She is a thoughtful, creative and energetic person who is always ready and willing to help others, and eager to expand her own knowledge in mosaic art. Originally from Guatemala, Hilda studied in the National Conservatory of Music, the National School of Dance, … Continue reading
