Zev Hoover is a photographer who resides in Natick, MA. Zev's fan base began when he was just 10 years old, with
the release of his first collection, " 365 Days of Snugglepup" four years later, images from his most recent collection, " Little Folk", have become an international semsation. "I like to take the viewer along a magical journey of rediscovering the
world", Zev says when referring to his work. Zev
can be quoted saying, " i like showing them that even the little things around us are really beautiful". His kindness,
generosity and support of our efforts to benefit the children and families served by the New England Center for Children,
certainly expand on his mission to highlight the beauty in our world. We are most grateful to receive a donation of 4 pieces that come from Zev's original "Snugglepup" collection.

Michele Gutlove has been using glass as a medium for her artist expression for over fifteen years. A
keen sense of wonder coupled with a formal education backed by years of experience in architecture, results in Michele's unique
and intense glass art installations. Recent installations include: "Emergence", at the
Atrium of the Juvenile Justice Center Cedar Rapids, Iowa "Elemental Energy", at
Algiers Regional Library, Louisiana "Random Thoughts", at Algiers Regional Library,
Louisiana Michele's work can be viewed on her website. We are most grateful to receive a donation of her 2 pieces from Michele's original work.
There are many art pieces also donated by the
children themselves.

Ohmdog.com is a company that was founded 7 years ago, by
two 10 year old children on a mission to create a company with a positive message. Their little dog ohm is featured in an assortment of designs that are available for purchase on many items via their
on line store. Ohm wishes peace and happiness to everyone he meets and is a self proclaimed ambassador (a.k.a., Ohmbassador),
promoting acts of kindness everywhere.

Jeff Glatstein
is the co-owner of the Fire Works Ceramics Studio. A great community for ceramic artists to come together and share
space, ideas and one of the only soda fired gas kilns in the Worcester area. He splits his time between functional pottery,
art that you can use on a daily basis, and sculptural ceramics. He is attracted to working in clay because of the 3d nature
of the medium. It can be molded, carved and cast into an infinite number of forms than fired to a permanent state. Jeff
Glatstein says “I am very honored to be able to give back to the community and donate work to such a good cause.”
We also feel honored that he donated one of his artwork.
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 Bianca Xavier is currently a student in the Visual Arts program at Joseph Keefe Technical School in Framingham. Born
in Brazil, she came to the United States to fulfill the dream of achieving the best education possible. Her passion for every
piece of art she creates began as a young child and still motivates her today. When speaking about joining the Artists for
Autism effort, Bianca answered, "being a part of something like this, that can benefit others is an honor." We
feel the honor is ours.
Diva John works in the legal field by day and uses jewelry making as his medium for creative expression.
No sooner did we mention our efforts on Facebook, did three beautiful hand made collections show up as donations from John's
Luminous Creations, all the way from Atlanta.
Friendstacy is a compulsively
creative mom from Chattanooga, Tennessee. She makes unique and interesting works of art using a variety of digital media,
fabrics, paints, and whatever she can find. Our gallery features a digital painting created using Apophysis and Photoshop
software and laser- printed on semi-gloss photo paper and her fun and whimsy sock monkey art through her donations.

Jared Blethen possesses a Bachelor of the Arts,
in Art and Graphic Design. Jared defines art as, "the idea of taking nothing and making something out of
it." He furthers his thoughts by expanding to say, "the very idea of defining art is abstract."
Currently, Jared uses his amazing artistic ability, attention to detail and passion for automobiles in the field of
automotive restoration. We are most grateful for Jared's contribution to our combined charitable efforts, the gallery
and to our day to day efforts in our shop.
James Richards is a pianist/music educator that is currently
teaching and recording in his studio based in Upton. He is available for lessons and location recording in greater Worcester/Boston
area. James Richards donated his form of art through his music.

Kathy Taylor is also a member of The Fire Works located in Worcester. She also
donated on of her artwork.
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