by Tess Lojacono | Apr 10, 2026 | Asking for help, Autism, Expressionist Art, Family Art, Healthy Living, Love, Mental Health, Youth, Youth Care
Understanding and Supporting Autism April is Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals on the autism spectrum. Autism is not a single experience—it is a spectrum that includes a wide range of... 
by Tess Lojacono | Jul 11, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, Asking for help, Assistive Technology, Autism, Early Learning, Early Learning, Healthy Living, Intergenerational, Mental Health, News, Robotics, Social Robotics, Uncategorized, Youth
Thanks to a generous $500 donation from the Elfinwild Lions Club, our FAMbot Learning program is reaching more children who benefit from a little extra support in their learning journey. Inspired by a powerful presentation from our very own Ingrid Kalchthaler, this... 
by Tess Lojacono | Jun 13, 2025 | Art, Art Therapy, Asking for help, Assistive Technology, Autism, Creative Expression, Early Learning, Early Learning, Kindness, Love, Mental Health, Robotics, Social Robotics, Youth, Youth Care
At Fine Art Miracles, (FAM), we believe that everyone—regardless of age or ability—deserves the opportunity to experience the joy, connection, and healing power of creative expression! Recently we were honored to provide In-House Field Trips to some of Pittsburgh... 
by Tess Lojacono | May 30, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Art, Art Therapy, Autism, Creative Expression, Elder Care, Healthy Living, Intergenerational, Kindness, Making decisions, Mental Health, Personal, Youth
Well, I don’t know about you, but my kites never looked this good! FAM Art Teacher Dana brought a multi-medium art class to our friends at the Sheridan at Bethel Park, on Take Your Child to Work Day, and both children and residents had a chance to create a... 
by Tess Lojacono | May 23, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art, Art Therapy, Autism, Creative Expression, Elder Care, Kindness, Love, Mental Health, Multi-Sensory Sessions, Personal, Uncategorized, Youth
At Fine Art Miracles, you know we believe that art is for everyone—and we mean it! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, our art classes are designed to bring out the creative spark in people of all ages and abilities. FAM Art... 
by Tess Lojacono | May 16, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, Asking for help, Assistive Technology, Autism, Creative Expression, Elder Care, Healthy Living, International Youth Day, Kindness, Love, Making decisions, Mental Health, Music therapy, News, Personal, Tips, Tutorial, Uncategorized, Youth, Youth Care
It might sound like a lovely sentiment—but sometimes, it takes a spark of creativity (and compassion) to make it real. In England, a thoughtful music teacher was inspired by a single, powerful moment. He watched one of his students, who lives with cerebral palsy,... 