Art brings me happiness and reduces my stress, allowing me to continue learning and growing at my own pace. I now have hope in my life. I wasn't satisfied before, but now I'm happy. I've realized that even as a slow learner or worker, I can create beauty. I can share my creations with friends and family, and together, we can build something meaningful.

We started refreshing our color wisdom by creating color wheels and learning primary, secondary and tertiary colors as well as touching on value, hue and saturation. Like many mediums, the importance of contrasting colors, complementary colors and the vibrancy of color are all important factors in creating a mosaic.

Father's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by joining us for a special event at Piece by Piece? We invite you to mark your calendars for an unforgettable day filled with art, creativity, and heartfelt connections. Whether you're a father, have a special father figure in your life, or simply want to enjoy a day of artistry, this event is open to all.

"I'm open to working with any materials in mosaic art. I'm intrigued by all of it, regardless of what is used. I embrace the learning process and take on each project. For me, it's more about learning and becoming like the other participants in the program."

In April, Program & Artistic Director Dawn Mendelson led a series of workshops focused on pique assiette, a form of mosaic making use of a myriad of rejected materials that have found their ultimate purpose in the hands of artists.

Mosaic art, in particular, offers a unique way to promote mental wellness. Through the process of assembling various pieces, participants experience a sense of focus and concentration that helps to quiet the mind and alleviate stress.