For this wonderful project, we were contacted by a client who was doing some renovations to his yard and wanted an art element added to the retaining wall of his pool. He was looking for something energetic and vibrant. Inspired by Kandinsky’s lively abstract work, we designed a series of interlocking circles. The variety of materials gave … Continue reading
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Meet Piece by Piece Artisan June
June with her first sold piece. (Thank you to Trevor Davis for photo.) Piece by Piece artisan June has an effervescent spirit. She is gentle and enthusiastic. She is optimistic and inclusive. She is finding her way through a new phase in her life, and always looks to help others through supportive words and kindness. She … Continue reading
Meet Piece by Piece Volunteer Gale Sorensen
We have incredible and dedicated volunteers at Piece by Piece, donating their time and good energy to support our artists in workshops. Gale Sorensen has been volunteering with Piece by Piece for just over five years. As her experience with mosaic has developed through volunteering with Piece by Piece, our artisans have benefited from … Continue reading
Meet the Artist – John
Small glass on glass landscape mosaic by John. 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, … Continue reading
Meet the Instructor – Betty R.
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
Broadway’s Blooming Community Project
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
Meet the Artist — Carole B.
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
