by Tess Lojacono | Aug 28, 2026 | Abstract Art/Modern Art, American Artist Appreciation Month, Art, Artist of the Month, Dementia, Early Learning, Expressionist Art, Our Heroes, Youth
It’s Never Too Late to Bloom Every August, we celebrate American Artist Appreciation Month, honoring the individuals whose creativity has enriched our lives and inspired generations. This year, we’d like to introduce you to an extraordinary artist whose... 
by Tess Lojacono | Jul 10, 2026 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Art, Creative Expression, Dementia, Early Learning, Elder Care, Exercise, Importance of Play, Mental Health, Music therapy, Uncategorized, Youth, Youth Care
Why EVERYONE Needs to Play When we hear the word play, many of us picture children building with blocks, jumping rope, or coloring with crayons. But play isn’t something we’re meant to outgrow. In fact, it remains one of the most important ways we learn,... 
by Tess Lojacono | Nov 7, 2025 | Active Lifestyle, Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art, Art Therapy, Creative Expression, Early Learning, Early Learning, Elder Care, Family Art, Folk Art, Halloween, Mental Health, Personal, Social Robotics, Uncategorized, Youth, Youth Care
Recently, Teaching Artist Lauren, brought a touch of Canadian folk art into the classroom at Southminster, introducing our friends to the whimsical world of Maud Lewis. Maud Lewis (1903–1970) was a beloved Canadian folk artist known for her bright, joyful paintings 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 27, 2025 | Adult Care, Alzheimer's Disease, Art Therapy, Asking for help, Creative Expression, Early Learning, Elder Care, Healthy Living, Intergenerational, Kindness, Love, Mental Health, Multi-Sensory Sessions, Personal, Youth
Every once in a while you meet someone who unabashedly makes our world a warmer, kinder, better place. If you’re super lucky, you get to work with that person and hopefully some of that good will becomes a part of you. I’m that fortunate to know Ingrid... 
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... 