JASA Curators
We extend our sincere gratitude to trustee Judith West, interior designer of 7B Design Judith Heimowitz, photographer Nick Carter, and Art Show Manager Emeritus Raymond Daughtry Jr for their work in creating this collection. Your s event is greatly appreciated.
NICK CARTER
JUDITH HEIMOWITZ
RAYMOND DAUGHTRY, JR.
JUDITH WEST
Welcome to the JASA Art Show
Thank you for supporting these talented JASA artists!
SENIORS
AND FAMILIES SERVED
In this catalog, you will see work from members of our programs across New York City. Some artists are professionals and others are newer to the craft, having picked up a paintbrush or knitting needles for the first time at a JASA art class. Each artist shares one common goal: for their hard work to support JASA and the 40,000 older adults we serve each year.
Art programming is one of the ways we combat social isolation while fostering creativity. The results are magnificent.
All funds received from the purchase of artwork will go to support JASA services.
40K+
For over 50 years, JASA has been the go-to agency serving older New Yorkers. At the very core, JASA enables older adults to remain in their own homes and communities connected to the people and things that give them meaning. We do this through a range of 20+ services that address both basic needs - food, shelter, and protection from abuseas well as the need to connect with others.
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Pedro Seleme (71) Brookdale Village Older Adult Center
Pedro is a New York City-based visual artist, educator, and author whose creative journey began under his father’s mentorship. He holds an MFA from the School of Visual Arts and has taught art and design at both the high school and university levels.
Pedro’s diverse practice spans portraiture, painting, and illustration, with work featured in international exhibitions across the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Panama, and the United States. A multidisciplinary creator, he is also the author and illustrator of three books of poetry. Today, he continues to share his expertise through workshops in drawing and painting, remaining dedicated to the "brushes and pencils" that have been his companions since adolescence.
Tour de Domingo 18" x 24" ($300)
Tour de Perro 18" x 24" ($300)
Psychedelic Sanctuary 18" x 24" ($100)
Deborah Thomas (74) Brookdale Village Older Adult Center
Deborah was born in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, and moved to New York over 20 years ago. She worked as a teacher and a social worker, and was also a writer, winning several awards. She describes herself as having been creative since she was young, drawing and painting on and off, and participating in several art exhibitions.
Deborah moved to Far Rockaway in 2019 and got involved in her local JASA center. Through the center’s art classes, she reengaged with her creativity.
“I’ve been doing art for over 40 years. JASA allowed me to rediscover this part of my life - art is my favorite class there.”
Natalia Tokar (68) Trumps United NORC
Natalia is from Moscow, Russia, and has lived in NYC for over 20 years. Before she retired, she worked with HRA as a Food Stamp Eligibility Specialist. Natalia didn’t have time to create in her adult life. Her father was an artist, and she also learned about art in school. Once she retired, she wanted to return to her love of painting. She discovered JASA through friends and neighbors.
“Art is a magical medium and I love to create! JASA has given me my life back, as well as a community, and many activities to participate in. ”
When she was retired, she was bored, but now JASA allows her to dance, belly dance, and create art - “the world is my oyster!”
Peaceful Walk 9" x 12" ($50)
The Solitary Brolly 9" x 12" ($100)
Lucy Chuglaz (71)
Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Lucy was born in 1953 in Kiev, Ukraine, and has lived in New York City since 1995. Trained as a professional librarian at the Institute of Culture in Ukraine, she later worked as a health aide serving women, and also supported her husband’s surveying work in NYC.
A longtime member of the Brighton Beach community, she learned about JASA through local connections and has continued to pursue her lifelong love of painting through its art programs.
She gives credit to her art teachers, Roza and Tatiana, who have helped to foster her love for painting and hone her skills as an artist.
Beautiful View 8" x 10" ($125)
Reflections of Summer 8.5" x 11" ($125)
Silence 9" x 12" ($150)
The Bridge 8" x 11.5" ($125)
Boardwalk Echos 9" x 12" ($150)
The Nice Day 9" x 12" ($150)
Ephemeral Beauty 9" x 12" ($150)
Winter Frost 8" x 11.5" ($125)
The Calm Day 9" x 12" ($150)
Urban Solitude 9.5" x 11.5" ($150)
Mountain Sanctuary 9" x 12" ($150)
Sidewalk Stillness 9" x 12" ($150)
Winter 9" x 12" ($150)
Golden Village 8" x 10" ($120)
Beneath the Streelamps 9" x 12" ($150)
Mountain River 9" x 12" ($150)
Iris White (65) Bay Eden Older Adult Center
Iris was born in rural Virginia and moved to the Bronx more than 40 years ago. She attended Lehman College and Mercy College, before becoming a preschool teacher for 40 years at the East Side House Settlement.
Iris has always enjoyed art, sharing the passion with her cousin Hyacinth. One day while out on a walk with her dog, Iris stumbled upon JASA’s Bay Eden Older Adult Center in the Bronx. A JASA staff member showed her around, described the variety of classes and activities available, and asked her if she wanted to join.
“I was interested when I learned that JASA had classes which would show different styles and techniques. It’s so relaxing and peaceful when you’re drawing and creating things.”
Her favorite classes include gardening and creative movement, and of course, art.
Mr. Moneybags 9" x 12" ($150)
Sharon Reeves Davis (68) Coney Island Active Aging NORC
Sharon was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, but she has considered New York City her home since the age of three, when her family moved to Coney Island for her father's job. She has spent most of her life in the neighborhood, except for an eight-year period in Washington, D.C., where she worked as a switchboard operator. In the 1990s, she returned to Brooklyn to continue her work as a switchboard operator at Coney Island Hospital, where she remained into the early 2000s.
Sharon loves making earrings and painting. She is continuously exploring her artistic journey, learning new techniques, and refining her craft. She finds joy in creativity and expresses her unique style through her work.
“With art, you can do anything. You can be who you want to be.”
Ladies Who Lunch 9" x 12" ($120)
Regal 9" x 12" ($120)
Focus 9" x 12"($120)
Stiletto 9" x 12"($120)
Fishnets 9" x 12"($120)
Dee-lite 9" x 12"($120)
#1 Earrings
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#2 Earrings
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#3 Earrings
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#4 Earrings
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#5 Earrings
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#6 Earrings
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Galina Bineman (80)
Brookdale Village Older Adult Center Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Galina was born in Ukraine and worked as a hydraulics engineer in Almaty. Her career continued in the United States, where she worked as an AutoCAD operator and designer in architectural firms. Although she had never painted before, she loved it and admired the works of great masters while living in New York.
Upon her retirement, Galina found herself with a lot of free time and decided to try her hand at painting. She took various online lessons and eventually found herself at JASA, where she stayed and continued to pursue her passion for painting.
"This is a great place where you can not only learn how to draw, but also see the work of others, listen to the teacher’s comments, and take part in exhibitions. I really love traveling and always bring a lot of photographs from my travels, and now I have the opportunity to transfer my impressions to canvas."
Tenderness II 11" x 14" ($150)
The Birth of Venus 16" x 20" ($175)
Tenderness
12" x 16" ($150)
Blue Forest 10" x 10" ($50)
Kevin Hembrick (73) Van Cortlandt Older Adult Center
Kevin is a lifelong New Yorker who moved to the Bronx in 2019 after living in Harlem. His career before retirement was as a counselor with the Department of Labor, preceded by work as a psychiatric counselor for the state. He has been attending the Van Cortlandt JASA center since 2019, after learning about it from a friend. He took an art class out of curiosity to expand his horizons and now enjoys sketching landscapes. He primarily takes art and exercise classes, and has made friends at the center. This will be his second time participating in the art show.
“JASA gives us another way of growing and growing up. I’m retired, you meet new people, and I’ve met good, stable friends that we can relate to each other and agree with each other. I relate to them, and they relate to me.”
Summer in the City 7" x 10" ($55)
Rear Windows 7" x 10" ($45)
Tranquil 7" x 10" ($45)
Pagoda 7" x 10" ($45)
Zita Gershovits (75)
Coney Island Active Aging NORC, Scheuer House Older Adult Center
Five years ago, Zita decided to visit the JASA Scheuer House and Coney Island Active Aging centers to see what they each had to offer. She discovered the art classes, which she had always wanted to try.
“I have always liked art. I always went to the museum because I was interested in famous painters. And the art class will inspire you! You find out something new that you never would have known.”
Elegant Women 10" x 10" ($75)
Plate of Pears 12" x 12" ($65)
Italian Midday Girl 14" x 14" ($80)
Portrait of Hebuterne 9" x 12" ($85)
Midday by the Lake 9" x 12" ($75)
A Peasant Woman 11" x 14" ($75)
Woman in Purple Coat 10" x 16" ($85)
Barry Donaldson (77) Club 76 Older Adult Center
A New York City resident for over five decades, Barry is a multidisciplinary artist who turned to drawing and painting as a vital creative outlet during the pandemic. Originally from Long Beach, CA, Barry’s professional background as a Corporate Director of Store Planning and Private Estate Manager shaped the structure and style of his artwork.
Barry’s artistic journey spans several mediums, including basket weaving at NYU and fabric arts. Currently focused on life drawing and watercolors at JASA, he draws inspiration from New York’s museums and galleries, continuing a lifelong commitment to artistic growth and community engagement.
Cape Cod Salt Marsh 8" x 10" ($75)
Bill Tripician (78) Club 76 Older Adult Center
With over 50 years of residency in New York City, Bill is a versatile creator whose life has been deeply rooted in the arts. Bill’s professional history spans the creative spectrum — from his work as a high school teacher and retail display designer to his time as an actor and casting director.
A university art major and former freelance artist, Bill returned to his practice at JASA to reconnect with his visual roots. His current work explores drawing, painting, and collage, fueled by a lifelong appreciation for the theater, museums, and the galleries of the city.
Alps 8" x 8" ($75)
Lyudmila Bastkykova (69) Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Lyudmila was born in 1956 in Ukraine. Raised in a humble, blue-collar family, she began studying music at the age of nine. She went on to graduate from music school and music college, ultimately earning licensure as a music conductor and choir instructor.
Lyudmila worked in the field of music until immigrating to the United States in 2002. After her arrival, she worked as a Home Health Aide until her retirement in 2021. She is currently continuing her creative journey by attending fine art classes at the JASA Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center.
Behind the Mask 11" x 14" ($75)
Magnolia Blush 11" x 14" ($75)
A Windy Walk 9" x 12" ($60)
Blue Ballerinas 11" x 14" ($75)
Shadow Dancer 11" x 14" ($65)
Portrait of Elegance 11" x 14" ($75)
Yelena Zagarsky (69)
Senior Alliance Older Adult Center, Trumps United NORC
Yelena was born in Uzbekistan and has been living in New York for almost three and a half years. Previously, she worked as an auditor and IT specialist. She found out about JASA through a friend who introduced her to their art classes, and she has been loving them ever since. In addition, she enjoys practicing belly dancing and yoga, which are both very important to her. Through these activities, she has had the opportunity to meet some amazing people in her classes.
“Joining JASA has been the best decision I have made so far.”
Rounding the Curve 11" x 14" ($150)
Santa Barbara 11" x 14" ($150)
Kintsugi 11" x 14" ($150)
New Year’s Eve 11" x 14" ($150)
Larisa Vaness (73) Brookdale Village Older Adult Center, Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Larisa was born and raised in the USSR (Russia). She graduated from school and entered the Institute in Moscow. When she moved to the United States, she worked in the fashion industry. After retiring, Larisa discovered how much free time she had and realized how much she longed to draw. Ever since her childhood, Larisa had dreamed of learning to draw. While at her JASA Older Adult Center, Larisa heard about the opportunity to take art classes.
“I decided to try it and came to the center for the first time in 2022. It's nice to learn new things about artists and their works. After each lesson and communication with like-minded people, I receive a new supply of inspiration. The center brings together lonely people who need communication.”
Night Bay 24" x 12" ($250)
Dolphins 14" x 14" ($65)
Sweet Cherries 11" x 14" ($50)
Training Study 20" x 26" ($175)
Lioudmila
Danilevitch (78) Coney Island Active Aging NORC, Scheuer House Older Adult Center
Before retirement, Lioudmila was a professional musician and jazz singer. Throughout her career, she toured with a jazz ensemble in the Soviet Union.
In 2018, Lioudmila joined her local JASA centers after one of her friends told her about the art class, which featured watercolor painting. She had never painted before coming to JASA. In her artwork, Lioudmila uses her collection of catalogs, books, and art books to draw inspiration. Her favorite part about coming to the art classes is the communication with friends and learning different ways to continue her artwork.
“I try to duplicate and add on to things that I see. It saves me from just sitting and watching in the corner.”
Sunset Reflections 11" x 14" ($100)
Sea Life 11" x 14" ($75)
The Date 9" x 12" ($75)
The Heart of Spring 9" x 12" ($75)
Dance 9" x 12" ($75)
Laurene Buckley (84) Club 76 Older Adult Center
Born in St. Louis, MO, Laurene has called New York City home for the past 61 years. With a distinguished career in the museum world, she spent three decades as a museum director, following earlier roles as a curator and registrar.
As a lifelong artist, Laurene has been sketching and painting for as long as she can remember. She first learned about JASA through a mutual friend and has since become an active participant in her center’s programs. She enjoys joining classes at senior centers for the opportunity to exercise, create art in a group setting, and share meals with others.
Her favorite activities include yoga, figure drawing, and aerobics, which keep both her mind and body engaged. Through art and movement, Laurene continues to embrace creativity and community in her everyday life.
View Near Monte Alban, Mexico, 2019 16" x 20" ($200)
Cheryll Hunter (76) Co-op City NORC
Cheryll was born and raised in the Bronx, NY, where she worked as a payroll supervisor. After her retirement, she discovered a hidden talent for painting when one of her neighbors, a fellow JASA artist named Patricia, showed her some of her artwork and invited her to join painting classes at their local center. In addition to painting, Cheryll enjoys participating in a book club and loves line dancing and salsa dancing at the center.
Where Day Meets Night 12" x 16" ($45)
The Sunday Best 10" x 10" ($75)
Maria Volovik (85)
Coney Island Active Aging NORC, Scheuer House Older Adult Center
Maria has been an artist for over 11 years and joined her local JASA centers six years ago. One of her friends was participating in the art classes and convinced her to join.
“When I start doing a sketch, it’s okay. When I start to mix the colors, that is where I start getting inspired.”
The Rest 16" x 20" ($150)
The Gaze from Beyond 10" x 10" ($125)
Emerald Hues 12" x 12" ($125)
Posey 11" x 14" ($75)
The Edge of the World 12" x 16" ($50)
Watercolor Bouquet 11.5" x 15.5" ($85)
Triangle 16" x 20" ($75)
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Kumali Zairee (75)
Coney Island Active Aging NORC
Kumali was born in Guyana and relocated to the United States at five years old. She spent the latter part of her career working at a nonprofit organization that frequently collaborated with JASA in support of older adults who reside in the Greater Coney Island area.
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In retirement, she joined JASA’s Coney Island Active Aging NORC, where she has been a member for more than 11 years.
“It relaxes me. I love seeing the colors of the beads together. Laying them out and seeing how they work. It’s a piece that flows. I have so many beads - they’re from all over. It’s a comforting part of life.”
Necklace #3
Jewelry Set #2
Earrings #18
Jewelry Set #1
Jewelry Set #3 $50
Bracelet #46 $20
Earrings #17 $30
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Tatiana Ofri (69) Roy Reuther Older Adult Center
Tatiana was raised in Ukraine and lived in Tel Aviv for many years. She studied software design and worked in the technology industry, creating digital models for hearing aids. She credits her success in this field to a love of visual art from her childhood. After some time, she and her husband embarked on a joint venture where she could hone the art of conversation - commercial real estate. After her husband passed away, she closed the business and spent more time looking after her mother.
Tatiana began to incorporate art into her daily life after joining JASA. Her mother resides at JASA's Brookdale Campus, and they enjoy their ample opportunities to spend quality time together.
Bad Booty Trudies 6.5" x 9.5" ($60)
Summer Day 9" x 11" ($45)
Fira
Shvarts
(70) Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
When Fira was a child, she loved to draw. For years, she dreamed of being an artist, but it wasn’t until she retired that she pursued her passion. When she started her search for art classes in her area, a friend told her about JASA.
Fira began attending classes at Senior Alliance in 2019. Even during the pandemic, Fira attended classes over Zoom. She would send her art to her teacher Tatiana and communicate virtually.
“The art class is beautiful and our teacher is very knowledgeable. She educates us. Tatiana teaches us about many different artists and makes us interested in trying different types of art.”
Smiling Cat
11" x 14" ($50)
Sadness 9" x 11" ($65)
Blue Flowers 8.5" x 11.5" ($45)
Winter in New York 11" x 14" ($50)
Woman 6" x 9" ($40)
Floral Fantasy 6" x 8" ($40)
City Street 9" x 12" ($50)
Daises 8" x 10" ($45)
Vase with Tulips 11" x 14" ($50)
Ornery Rooster 8" x 10" ($65)
Woman with a Hat 12" x 12" ($40)
Last Summer Flowers 11" x 14" ($50)
Irina Khokhava (75)
Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center, Scheuer House Older Adult Center
Born in Orenburg, Russia, into a military family, Irina’s creative journey began with a childhood love for both drawing and music. After graduating from music college, she moved to Donetsk, Ukraine, where she built an extensive career as an accompanist at the Opera House and an editor for the Musical Herald. A member of the Union of Journalists of Ukraine, she spent years balancing the precision of music with the narrative power of journalism.
Since relocating to New York in 2016, Irina has returned to her first passion: the visual arts. Under the mentorship of Roza Vilk at JASA, she has transitioned from the piano to the canvas, developing a vibrant practice in drawing and painting. For Irina, art and music are inseparable languages of expression, each held with equal devotion.
Sea Breeze 11" x 14" ($50)
Anna 11" x 14" ($75)
Mimozy 8" x 10" ($45)
Stranger 12" x 16" ($75)
Lilac Flower Bouquet 11" x 14" ($50)
sa Inzhyevska (78)
ney Island Active Aging NORC, euer House of Coney Island OAC
Originally from Ukraine, Raisa built a distinguished career as a professional sports coach after graduating from university. Upon moving to the United States, her life took a transformative creative turn at the JASA center. Under the mentorship of art teacher Roza Vilk, who recognized her innate gift for visual expression, Raisa began to transition from the world of athletics to the world of art. Guided by this encouragement, she has embraced drawing as a new primary passion, bringing the same discipline and focus from her coaching background to her evolving artistic practice.
Still Life 11" x 15" ($65)
The Girl With Butterflies 11" x 15" ($65)
Sleeping Beauty 11" x 15" ($85)
Young Lady 11" x 15" ($85)
Steve Henderson (71) Van Cortlandt Older Adult Center
Steve was born in Red Oak, Virginia, where he lived until he was six years old. His family moved to New York City in pursuit of the American Dream. Steve worked for 16 years as a housing specialist with Lenox Hill Neighborhood Housing, focusing on helping women (aged 45 years and older) find stable housing. He also helped clients with securing the proper paperwork and the physical relocation into their new homes. After retiring, Steve discovered a new passion for painting, which he began exploring in 2023. Seeking to deepen his skills, he joined the art class at his local JASA center. Steve’s love for art has grown as he continues to learn and express himself creatively in a welcoming community setting.
Church 9" x 12" ($35)
Be Still
Am I Blue? 9" x 12" ($35)
10.25" x 15.5" ($35)
Victoriya Kondratyuk (83) Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Victoriya was born and raised in Harkiv, Ukraine, and immigrated to the United States 16 years ago. Victoriya was a scientist, studying the magnetic field. She began attending the JASA Senior Alliance Center six years ago and joined the art classes.
“Our instructor gives hope and inspiration to everyone. She is so patient with every student. She doesn’t judge between a beginner and an expert. She gives us feeling, inspiration, and strength from inside.”
Washington Sea Coast 11" x 14" ($125)
Hummingbird and Lily 8.5" x 11" ($50)
Sunflowers in Darkness 16" x 20" ($100)
Spring Tenderness 11" x 14" ($75)
Window 9" x 11" ($75)
Elene Marekhashvili (82)
Scheuer House Older Adult Center
Elene was an engineer in Russia and worked as a home attendant for Russian people. She’s lived in New York City for 21 years. She started painting five years ago at JASA. She loves being able to see friends and paint.
“I paint in watercolor, pastels, and acrylics. I really like to paint flowers.”
Doreatha Brundage (76) Einstein Older Adult Center
Dorothea was born in Newburgh, New York, and moved to New York City at the age of four. She began drawing as a young child and became especially dedicated to her art in high school. Throughout her life, she took art classes intermittently, though work she spent 36 years at the USPS and other responsibilities often got in the way.
A friend introduced her to a wellness class at Einstein, which led her to discover JASA. The weekly art classes have provided Dorothea with a space “to sit down with no distractions” and fully experience the relaxation that art brings her. She enjoys taking a variety of classes, including Spanish.
For Dorothea, JASA represents “getting up, getting out, and doing stuff with people.”
Forest of Trees 11" x 14" ($45)
Myrtle the Turtle 8" x 10" ($35)
Morning in New York 10.25" x 15" ($125)
Olga Malamud-Pavlovich
(74) Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Olga grew up in the historic city of Yekaterinburg in Russia. She worked as a university-level chemistry professor. Twelve years ago, she moved to New York City and became an artist.
“Throughout my adult life, I never really had time to participate in art. I have not painted regularly since I was a child. While I always wanted to, life kept getting in the way. I am glad that JASA gives me the opportunity to live my dream of finally being able to be an artist.”
Olga’s favorite medium is paint, and she loves to depict landscapes. “My goal is to use art to depict the world around me. I am a big nature lover, and that definitely shows in my art.”
She loves that the art instructor incorporates the historical context of different art periods into her lessons.
Night Winter Landscape 9" x 12" ($50)
Spring Light 11" x 14" ($75)
Jesusa Diaz (87) JASA Palliative Care Client
Jesusa, known as Susana, to her friends and family, was born in the Galicia region of northwestern Spain. She emigrated to the United States in the 1960s and has since made New York City her home. Before retiring, she worked as a seamstress. She continues the crocheting tradition passed down to her by her mother and grandmother. Susana became involved with JASA through a partnership with EmblemHealth and is delighted to participate in the Art Show.
#20 Doily $35
#15 Doily $35
#16 Doily $35
#17 Doily $35
#18 Doily $35
#19 Doily $35
#21 Doily $35
Nonna Ostrova (62) Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Nonna Ostrova was born in Moscow, Russia, and worked as a Civil Engineer there. In 1991, she moved to Brooklyn, and has lived there ever since. After she retired, a friend told her that she was going to visit JASA’s Luna Park Older Adult Center, and invited Nonna to join. They both continue to attend classes to this day! Nonna’s favorite activities are belly dancing, exercise, pilates, and aerobics.
“This is my first time participating in an art show. I started taking art classes one year ago at JASA. I’ve loved art all of my life. It’s like a return for me.”
Azure Whispers 9" x 12" ($60)
Branching into Blue 9" x 12" ($45)
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Scheuer House Older Adult Center
Galyna first started coming to JASA about two and a half ago and started using acrylic paint and watercolor pencils to create her artwork.
“I enjoy drawing. It is nice to take a break from everyday life.”
Galyna Mizevych (71)
Autumn
x 11.5" ($60)
Spring
x 11.5" ($60)
Sunrise 8" x 10" ($50) Poppies 12" x 18" ($75)
The Angel 8" x 8" ($30)
Blue Flowers 16" x 20" ($85)
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Doris Franko (71)
Roy Reuther Older Adult Center
Doris is a New York City native and grew up in East Brooklyn. She worked for 28 years as a supervisor in child support and social services.
Doris began attending Roy Reuther in 2019. The painting class intrigued her, so she decided to sign up. She discovered her love for painting through this class. Painting makes her happy, and it makes her feel great because she is accomplishing something beautiful.
"I always made crafts for Christmas and all kinds of holidays, and so now I paint with my free time in retirement."
Options 24" x 12" ($125)
Van Woof 11" x 14" ($125)
Nataliya Samofalova (66) Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Nataliya was born on May 18, 1959, in the Ukrainian city of Odessa. She always enjoyed drawing, though she was unable to fully devote herself to her passion for many years. She worked as the director of a beauty parlor, a role that required creativity but was also highly demanding, leaving little time for art.
After the war in Ukraine began, Nataliya emigrated to the United States. In 2025, she became a member of JASA Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center, where she began attending Fine Art classes. With the guidance of her instructor, she was able to reconnect with her artistic dream. The art classes provide relief from daily routines while offering both stimulation and relaxation.
Monarch Mind 11" x 14" ($60)
Uptown Breeze 11" x 14" ($60)
Lyubov Shovkun (73)
Brookdale Village Older Adult Center, Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Lyubov grew up in Russia. She relocated to Ukraine to attend medical school. She was almost 50 years old when she came to the United States and practiced as a nurse until her retirement. She has lived in New York City for the last 27 years.
In retirement, Lyubov had more time on her hands. She has poor vision, and can only see peripherally. Painting became a way to challenge herself. Creating her art pieces makes her feel accomplished.
Red Poppies on White Background 9" x 12" ($45)
Irises 7" x 10" ($40)
Edward Thompson (85) Bay Eden Older Adult Center
Modern Fantasy 9" x 12" ($55)
Kaleidoscope 9" x 12" ($55)
Tatiana Kirzhner (66) Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Tatiana is from Ukraine originally and relocated to New York 30 years ago. She retired last year from being a housekeeper and has been coming to JASA for four years. Tatiana loves belly dancing and Pilates, and she enjoys exploring the various activities offered at JASA. She aspires to create art independently outside of her JASA classes.
“I like the people at JASA, we always connect with each other. That’s very important to me. The teachers are wonderful as well.”
Sunrise Dance 9" x 12" ($40)
Rhapsody of Colors 9" x 12" ($65)
Gilded Age Beauty 9" x 12" ($65)
Sigh of Purple 8.5" x 11" ($40)
The Violet Gaze 9" x 12" ($65)
Emerald Drama 9" x 12" ($65)
Sunshine Bouquet 9" x 12" ($50)
Dina Butlevitch (85)
Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Dina moved from Moldova to New York City in 1997 and worked for a non-profit organization in Brighton Beach. Later, she helped look after a family's 11 children. After her husband passed away, Dina discovered the JASA center and began volunteering, which improved her life and gave her a new purpose. She still volunteers with the older adult center and even started taking art classes there.
“I saw this group painting and was very interested. The teacher was very nice, and she helped me learn step-by-step.”
The Spring 9" x 12" ($40)
The Landscape - 2025 8.5" x 11.5" ($40)
Sunset Near San Michel 9" x 12" ($45)
Margarita Dadasheva (78) Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Margarita was born in 1948 in the city of Derbent, in the Dagestan Autonomous Region. She is the mother of two children and grandmother to three grandchildren.
Margarita immigrated to the United States in 2003, where she developed an interest in drawing. She later became a member of the JASA Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center and began attending Fine Art classes under the guidance of Roza, a dedicated and highly skilled instructor. Through this experience, Margarita has been encouraged to grow as an artist and further develop her creativity.
As Good As It Gets 9" x 12" ($30)
Petal Dance 9" x 12" ($30)
Valentina Pakhomova (67)
Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Fuchsia Muse 9" x 12" ($75) Star Girl 9" x 12" ($75)
Sulamif Filippova (79) Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Sulamif is originally from the former Soviet Union and has spent 27 years living in the United States. Before retiring, she was an accountant at Queens Community House for 10 years. Sulamif enjoys living in Brighton Beach, which allows her to pursue her passions for art and culture. She actively participates in art classes, attends lectures about the arts and music, and enjoys taking trips to expand her experiences.
Winding Forests Road 9" x 12" ($65)
Coastal Watch 8" x 10" ($45)
Birch Confetti 11" x 14" ($45)
Galina Cotova (78)
Brookdale Village Older Adult Center
Galina was born in Chisinau, Moldova, and moved to New York 21 years ago. In her hometown, she was a professor of geography at a local university.
Galina initially heard about JASA through her friends and neighbors in Brighton Beach. Five years ago, when she moved to Far Rockaway, she started coming to her local JASA center for meals and exercise classes. She had done design and painting when she was younger and took up painting again through JASA’s art classes.
“As soon as I heard about the art classes, I joined them. I like painting animals and nature the most.”
Bouquet III 9" x 12" ($65)
The Flowers II 9" x 12" ($65)
Circular Fun 9" x 12" ($50)
Of All the Fish 9" x 12" ($50)
Gail Schlesser (74) Warbasse Cares NORC
Gail was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and has lived there her entire life. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts and Illustration from the School of Visual Arts in New York City, and shortly after became an animator. She has been sketching since she was a child, and was inspired by Disney and MAD magazine. Gail's cartoons have been published in a trade paper for comic book fans and collectors.
Gail enjoys attending her local JASA center to get out of the house, take art classes with her favorite art teacher Maddie Sorel, and participate in jewelrymaking classes. She also likes to socialize with neighbors and go on different field trips with the center.
Marianna Sulborska (76)
Coney Island Active Aging NORC, Scheuer House Older Adult Center
Marianna was born in Poland in 1947, and immigrated to the United States in 2001. She is a vibrant member of the Scheuer House of Coney Island community, where she attends lunch, activities, and art class every Monday. Passionate about culture and the arts, Marianna enjoys spending her free time at the opera, museums, and theaters, finding inspiration and joy in creative expression.
Golden Chrysanthemums 11" x 14" ($40)
Summer Bouquet 12" x 16" ($45)
Gladys Abend (83) Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Gladys was born in the Lower East Side of New York City and later moved to Brooklyn. She started taking ballet lessons at the age of five and continued to pursue it for most of her life. She was a backup dancer for the Metropolitan Opera and filled in whenever needed.
Gladys attended Brooklyn College and received an Associate of Arts degree in home economics. Later, she pursued higher education and earned two master's degrees in Special Education. She started her teaching career in 1985 and devoted 26 years to teaching special education. She taught students in middle school and elementary school, but eventually found her calling in high school education.
Gladys doesn’t only take art classes - she also takes part in belly dancing classes! Without JASA, Gladys says retirement would be boring. She enjoys the community she found in her JASA center.
“You can start at any age. You always have it in you - you just need to discover it.”
Bonsai Garden - Florida 8" x 10" ($30)
Nelya Azhishceva (74) Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Nelya was born in Kyiv, Ukraine, in 1948. She graduated from high school in 1965 and completed technical training in economics in 1969. She worked in Kyiv as an accountant and later as a senior accountant before emigrating to the United States in 1994. From 1995 to 2020, she worked as a home care worker in New York City. In 2023, she began taking drawing classes at JASA with instructor Rosa. She also participates in aerobics, Pilates, Tai Chi, and JASA excursions. Nelya is married, has two children, and one grandson.
Vibrant Orange Bouquet 8" x 10" ($30)
Feathered Family 11" x 14" ($75)
Eva Peters (72) Brookdale Village Older Adult Center
Eva, originally from Warsaw, Poland, has lived in New York City for 14 years. She left Poland with a master’s degree in art and initially sought work in nonprofit organizations. However, she ended up in advertising.
She enjoys painting landscapes and loves the nearby beaches for their lighting and vibrant colors. She feels at home at Brookdale Village, referring to her neighborhood as "Little Europe" because of its diverse population, where many languages are spoken.
Eva appreciates the friendly and supportive community, especially as she considers the challenges of aging. She values the helpfulness of others, including home attendants, and enjoys the sense of belonging that comes from being part of a close-knit community.
Pagoda at JASA 16" x 20" ($75)
Marie Bell (63)
Roy Reuther Older Adult Center
Marie is Brooklyn born and raised. As a transplant to the Rockaways, she was looking for activities to join and found them at the JASA Roy Reuther Older Adult Center, where her mother lived in the building. Marie encouraged her mother to sign up at the center and to take part in the various classes. While her mother has since passed away, Marie volunteers at the center, and leads some of the art and fabric-making classes.
“I first heard about JASA in The Wave, a local newspaper. I was inspired by my family and surroundings, and when I had free time I started knitting and crocheting. I love living here by the water. It’s relaxing. Sometimes all you want to do is make a bracelet, make a chain; you don’t have to rush to do anything.”
Marie sells some of the jewelry she makes at flea markets outside of her building. “I just like art. I like to work with my hands. My father used to draw and my brother used to do the same thing. It’s a family tradition that we all work with our hands.”
Appalachian Skies 9" x 12" ($30)
Outdoor Cafe 11" x 15" ($35)
#4 Multi-Color Hat with Silver Trim $30
#1 Orange Shawl $50
#5 Multi-Color Scarf with Silver Trim $40
#3 Yellow Hat $30
#2 Orange Hat $30
Ronen Shalom (63) Club 76 Older Adult Center
Ronen, originally from Israel, has been a New Yorker for 34 years and is an active volunteer and member at Club 76 OAC. His passion for painting and drawing led him to join JASA's art classes to further develop his artistic skills. Ronen also enjoys technology, visiting museums, and exploring the city's parks.
Van-ity 8" x 10" ($30)
Yelena Nepomnyashchaya (69) Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Yelena lived in Kharkiv, Ukraine, for most of her life and worked as an engineer. She immigrated to the United States 29 years ago. Now that she is participating in JASA's art classes, she loves that she is surrounded by so many happy people.
Gift of Warmth 8" x 10" ($25)
Sweet, Sweet Home 11" x 14" ($40)
Galina Vaseal (78) Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Galina considers herself to be a beginning artist - she only started participating in the art classes at JASA Senior Alliance two and a half years ago.
“I have always liked art very much and dreamt of becoming a graphic designer. I wanted to apply to an art institute, but I had never drawn before.”
Galina went on to have a successful career as a pattern designer for Ralph Lauren for almost 30 years in Manhattan. When she retired, she decided to fulfill her dream and started drawing. She now participates in the weekly art classes and loves it.
Red Natu 11" x 14" ($4
Lake St. Wolfgang 8" x 10" ($30)
Lilia Spivak (69)
Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Lilia reflects on a life filled with family, friends, and a successful career, yet art had always been missing from it. After retiring about a year ago, she found the time and confidence to begin drawing and painting.
A few months later, she joined a studio to learn and gain guidance, where she overcame her fear of failure and began painting seriously. Watercolor has become her preferred medium and a calming, reflective practice. Painting has brought more creativity and joy into her life, reinforcing her belief that it is never too late to rediscover one’s imagination.
My Friend 11" x 14" ($40)
Acrylic Hors D'oeuvres 11" x 14" ($40)
The Haystack 8" x 10" ($40)
Patricia Boyd (71) Co-op
City NORC
Patricia was born in White Plains, New York, and has lived in New York for 70 years. She worked for 40 years at the law firm Fried Frank Harris Shriver & Jacobson on Wall Street. When she told a friend about her retirement, she offered to connect her with JASA. Patricia joined during COVID and attended classes via Zoom, as well as in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx.
“JASA has been a godsend for me. I participate in crocheting, knitting, cooking classes, paint and sip, embroidery, and various art pursuits. I had never taken an art class before joining JASA, and I didn’t know I had any talent.”
Patricia also loves photography and felt it would enhance her art, which turned out to be true.
“Art is very relaxing and stimulates my mind. JASA classes fill my week with diverse activities; for instance, I currently line dance at all three centers in Co-op City, and I take exercise classes (Zumba, fitness, tai chi), as well as other art classes (drawing and watercolor). I enjoy trips to Sight and Sound Theatre, museums, boat rides, Carnegie Hall concerts, and JASA’s art exhibit at Cooper Square!”
Vivian Pizarro (67)
Starrett City Older Adult Center
Vivian was born in Brooklyn to Puerto Rican parents and speaks Spanish. She has lived in Brooklyn her whole life and enjoyed spending time in the Village and Soho during her youth. Vivian worked for Newsweek and Seagrams before using her education degree to run a daycare and work with the Board of Education.
At 60, she learned about the JASA center through word of mouth and now swims regularly at the gym above it. She is passionate about art, participating in jewelry making, crocheting, and painting, a hobby since high school. This is her second year in the art show.
She says JASA means: “JASA is a place where you can come to congregate, share your views with others, and a place where you can be creative and enjoy other people's company. We get together and talk and share and learn about different ideas; become a network; you get to know things you didn’t know.”
Radiant Presence 9" x 12" ($35)
Victoria Yankovsky (76)
Luna Park Annex Older Adult Center
Victoria was born in 1949 in Odessa, Ukraine, which at the time was part of the Soviet Union. She studied, married, and raised a family before beginning her career as a mechanical engineer at a design company.
In 1993, Victoria immigrated to the United States with her family. In New York, she studied accounting and later worked in the accounting department of an apparel company. Throughout her life, she maintained a strong interest in art and visited museums whenever possible.
After retiring, Victoria began attending JASA Luna Park Annex, where she especially enjoys the art classes. Under the guidance of Roza, the art instructor, she has gained valuable knowledge in painting and finds great enjoyment in creating her own artwork.
Cotton Candy Carolinas 11" x 14" ($35)
Dreams 11" x 14" ($50)
Anna Kachko (of blessed memory)
Trumps United NORC
Anna was born and raised in Odesa, Ukraine, and worked as a math teacher for 20 years before coming to New York City in 1994 at the age of 47. Once in New York, she continued to teach math in Brooklyn.
Anna lived near her JASA center, but she didn’t start attending until her friend, Margarita (a fellow artist), told her about JASA.
“I never dreamed that I would draw anything, but Margarita told me to try, and thank God that Maddie is a good teacher. I started little by little, and I liked it. I appreciate my work because I am trying my best, but I appreciate JASA for giving us the opportunity to learn. I was over 70 when I started painting.”
“I appreciate what JASA does. When I retired, I didn’t know what to do - now I’m an artist!”
May her memory be for a blessing.
Patterns of the Mind I 5" x 7" ($75)
Patterns of the Mind II 5" x 7" ($75)
Mushrooms 6" x 9" ($30)
Frances Connors (81) Warbasse Cares NORC
Frances has always lived in Brooklyn, where she was born and raised. She worked in accounting for more than 50 years and retired in 2013. Frances has always loved art; her parents were also creative. She started taking art classes and participating in other activities such as making clothes, aquarium activities, and going to the gym with JASA.
JASA has been a great support for Frances, especially in difficult times. When her daughter passed away due to COVID, JASA staff were there to support her. She appreciates that the staff at her older adult center care about their clients. Frances is grateful for JASA's help and support.
“They call and show you love. I know that I am not alone with JASA.”
#10 Blanket with Burgundy Border $80
#9 Blanket with Purple Border $80
Poppies 9" x 12" ($40)
Raisa Tasevich (79) Warbasse Cares NORC
Raisa first attended her neighborhood JASA center after she received a call about attending classes. She immediately joined and began enjoying the different classes they offered.
“I had never painted before, but I discovered that I can hold a brush and make something! This is the fourth year I’ve been, and it’s a lot of fun! I am retired, so I found my hobby, and I like it. It gives me self-esteem that I can create something beautiful.”
“When you’re retired, it can be lonely, and it’s hard to go outside. It gives me something to look forward to. This is my first year at the art show, and it’s exciting to see my art displayed for everyone to see. I have so many friends in my classes, they’re very nice people, and I love it. I want to say thank you to JASA because it makes my life richer. We make new friends, we discuss, it’s wonderful.”
Scheuer House Older Adult Center
Natalia was born in 1951 in Nizhny Novgorod, a city on the Volga River in western Russia. From an early age, she showed a strong love for art and spent much of her childhood drawing and painting. Although she pursued a career as a chemist, Natalia remained an avid art lover and collector. She has a deep appreciation for art in all its forms, including painting, music, and sculpture.
Natalia Kamenetskaya (75)
The Dream 11" x 14" ($65)
Annette Michel (69) Einstein Older Adult Center
Annette, a retired NYC Housing Manager, was introduced to JASA through her mother and has been involved with the organization for four years, attending classes across three different centers. She discovered her passion for art at the center, which she finds relaxing, and is inspired by "the beauty of her work." Her favorite activity remains the tai chi class, and she is participating in the JASA Art Show for the first time.
“It means a lot, really - they offer a lot of classes. Even when people come from the first time, they are amazed at the classes.”
Lost Gulch Lake 11" x 14" ($30)
Preening
8" x 10" ($40)
Nadia Uzinsky (77) Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Nadia immigrated to New York from the Soviet Union in 1989. In the Soviet Union, she worked as a structural engineer, creating technical drawings and performing structural calculations for unique buildings, interiors, and sculptural structures. She produced detailed sketches that were used by draftsmen in the design process.
After moving to the United States, Nadia completed her education as a medical technologist, earned her license, and worked for 28 years as a microbiologist at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. Throughout her studies and career in microbiology examining amoebas, parasites, fungi, viruses, and other microorganisms she often drew what she observed, blending scientific study with visual expression.
Art has been a lifelong passion for Nadia. Now in retirement, she has the time to fully dedicate herself to art education, study, and painting. She enjoys working across a variety of mediums, including pencil, watercolor, oil, acrylic, and mixed media.
Marjorie Mcfarlene (73)
Bay Eden Older Adult Center
Marjorie was born in Jamaica and moved to New York City in 1986. She discovered the JASA center after a work-related accident left her feeling depressed, and her doctor encouraged her to attend. She is participating in the art show for the first time, having begun art classes at the center, which she finds both relaxing and enjoyable.
Marjorie engages with a wide range of materials including coloring, pen, and watercolor and is inspired by seeing her work come together in its final form. She attends the center at least three times a week, participating in activities such as computer classes, bingo, and socializing with others.
Marjorie considers JASA an essential source of comfort and community, describing it as a place where she feels accepted, relaxed, and welcomed from the moment she walks through the door.
Happy and Free 9" x 12" ($45)
Solar Eclipse 8.5" x 11" ($30)
Sun in the Woods 9" x 12" ($30)
Fran Vitale (67) Club 76 Older Adult Center
Fran is a native of Brooklyn, originally from Coney Island. She raised three children and worked intermittently before retiring. A friend introduced her to her JASA center, where she discovered a passion for drawing and painting a couple of years ago.
Fran enjoys how art allows her to "get lost" as she freely expresses herself. After just one art class, she began working on her own, and this is her first time participating in an art show. She appreciates the center because it provides opportunities to socialize, meet new people, and engage in activities such as bingo, drama club, and sewing club.
For her, the JASA center provides a strong sense of community.
“JASA is a great place to be among other people, so you are not alone.”
Troubled Waters Ahead 7" x 10" ($35)
Geraldine Weeks
Riverton NORC
Geraldine is a lifelong New Yorker who has lived in Riverton for over 50 years. Before retiring, she worked as a special education teacher, primarily teaching fourth grade and students ranging in age from 2 to 21. She discovered the Riverton NORC in 2018. Geraldine studied art, with a concentration in sculpture, at Queens College and has a particular interest in pencil drawing. She began working with acrylics after attending a workshop at the center and is inspired to create through making cards for hospitalized children. This is her first time participating in the JASA Art Show.
Reflecting on her experience with JASA, Geraldine shares that it “means a lot,” offering her the opportunity to make friends, meet neighbors, connect with new people, and remain socially active among her peers.
Winter Flowers 11" x 14" ($75)
The Landscape 9" x 12" ($30)
Nina Dinkevich (72)
Warbasse Cares NORC
Nina was born in Kiev, Ukraine, and has lived in NYC since 1997. Before retiring, she spent 23 years in technology in Kiev. She later worked as a Housing Assistant for New York City Housing after graduating with a degree in business management and administration in the US. She discovered the JASA center three years ago and fulfilled her dream of trying watercolor by taking a beginner class. She also has a background in gymnastics. She enjoys painting landscapes, often inspired by pictures she takes on walks, and this is her second year participating in the art show.
She participates in many activities at JASA, including choir, painting, yoga, and trips, and attends almost every activity, including museum visits. JASA is a very important part of her life now that she is retired and her children are grown, especially after her husband passed away, as it keeps her busy and social.
She describes what JASA means to her: “It makes me happy, this is my life, and at least two days I'm at JASA, and I participate, and it’s very important because I’m busy, I’m happy, and it’s my life right now. I’m a very active person and like to be with people and help people.”
Sonia Reyes (66)
Warbasse Cares NORC
Sonia was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Brooklyn, speaking fluent Spanish. She went to Fordham and worked mostly in administration, and retired from Mt. Sinai. She's lived in the NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) for 30 years and found the JASA center for her mother, and couldn’t wait until her own retirement to start attending. She enjoys the art classes because the ladies are welcoming and the teacher is patient. This is her third year participating in the art show.
She loves the center because she has made "loads of friends" and attends functions and trips with them, including art classes, exercise classes, movie day, and trips.
“It’s a moment of trying to calm down with these lovely, intelligent ladies and trying to get away from the everyday realities outside of JASA.”
Dreamer 12" x 16" ($40)
Lucy Degidon (84) Van Cortlandt Older Adult Center
Badger
8.5" x 11" ($30)
Dragonfly Dream 12" x 18" ($40)
Susan Savit (76) Warbasse Cares NORC
Susan was born and raised in Brooklyn. She spent her entire career working as a tax preparer until her retirement. Nine years ago, a neighbor recommended JASA Warbasse Cares NORC to Susan when she needed some assistance. Susan decided to try a class taught by Madeline and discovered her love for all the things she learned.
“I love the process of creating in a pleasant group. Another class I totally enjoy is Jennifer Wade’s classes at the Coney Island Scheuer House where we do clay and tile work that can be fired in the kiln.”
Apart from classes, JASA Warbasse Cares NORC organizes various trips, including visits to Carnegie Hall, Brooklyn Museum, MoMA, and the Met, among others. Susan looks forward to these trips and sees them as an added bonus to the classes she enjoys.
#6 Cream & Blue Scarf
$40
#8 Blue & Teal Scarf
$40
#7 Cream & Teal Scarf
$40
Michael Brookman
Roy Reuther Older Adult Center
Tea Leaves 8" x 10" ($30)
Mary Buffaloe (81) Einstein Older Adult Center
Hibiscus Flowers 11" x 14" ($40)
Senior Alliance Older Adult Center
Larisa Ashirov (71)
Mexican Colorism 9" x 12" ($40)
The Smile 8" x 10" ($30)
Margarita Shifrina (84) Trumps United NORC
Shrimpy 8" x 8" ($30)
Yelena Dreyzina (63) Einstein Older Adult Center
Autumn Sunset 8" x 10" ($30)
Galina Goizman (85) Warbasse Cares NORC
Grandma’s Lace 6" x 9" ($30)
Coney Island Active Aging NORC
Natalia Arin (74)
Winter 9" x 12" ($40)
Birch Grove 9" x 12" ($40)
Lillian Harris (68) Einstein Older Adult Center
The Blues 11" x 14" ($30)
Birdhouse 11" x 14" ($30)
Paula Holodofsky (86)
Van Cortlandt Older Adult Center
Still Life 9" x 12" ($35)
Carol Morris (71)
Starrett City Older Adult Center
Tuscan Getaway 12" x 18" ($40)
Co-op City NORC
Cecelia Brown (81)
Brilliant Sunset 11" x 14" ($30)
Margie Rosario (71)
Van Cortlandt Older Adult Center
High Anxiety 9" x 9" ($40)
Naomi Weston (86) Einstein Older Adult Center
Quiet Peace 8" x 10" ($30)
The Harvest 8" x 10" ($30)
Citron 9" x 12" ($35)
Yolanda Jones (70) Bartow Older Adult Center
Yolanda was born and raised in Brownsville, Brooklyn. After working for 46 years at both Lincoln and Harlem Hospitals, Yolanda finally retired and quickly realized that she needed something to do. She prayed to God to help guide her. The answer came to her, and she discovered painting.
"I had never painted prior to this in my life. I tried to do what other people were doing, but I found it to be very difficult. This is when I started painting from my heart.”
Yolanda likes to paint the sky, sun, moon, and grass. With this newfound passion, she can see life beginning and not ending.
Spring Pigeon 9" x 12" ($45)
The Western Front 9" x 12" ($45)
Joyce Fields (66) Brookdale Village Older Adult Center
Joyce was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. She spent her career working as an administrative manager for the commissioner. She learned about the JASA Brookdale Village Older Adult Center through word of mouth.
One of Joyce's favorite activities at the center is the crochet class. She has been crocheting since she was a little girl, learning from her mother. Joyce now teaches the crochet classes to other seniors at the center. She loves working with her hands and sharing her knowledge with others.
Joyce enjoys attending the JASA center because it provides opportunities to meet new people, attend parties, go on trips, play pool, and join Zumba classes.
#1 Crocheted Set ($60)
#2 Crocheted Baby Poncho ($45)
Dionicia Riley (66)
Starrett City Older Adult Center
Crochet Bag #1 ($30)
Crochet Bag #3 ($30)
Margaret King (65)
Starrett City Older Adult Center
Crochet Bag #2 ($30)
Vickie Moore (66)
Starrett City Older Adult Center
Crochet Bag #4 ($30)
Gilma Thomas (67)
Starrett City Older Adult Center
Crochet Bag #5 ($30)
Yvonne Hinnes (70)
Starrett City Older Adult Center
Crochet Bag #6 ($30)
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JASA's 18 Older Adult Centers throughout New York City are a "home away from home" for adults 60 years and older seeking group activities, company, friendships, trips, special events, or a hot meal.
We offer 150 classes weekly, in-person and online, with lunch served daily. Contact your local older adult center to participate!
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JASA Older Adult Centers are FREE and open to all NYC Residents 60+. Visit www.jasa.org or contact us at 212.273.5272 to find the center nearest you.
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