December 2024

“Spending time with Hen House and our Plus One Rooster (a regular volunteer group) is something I look forward to every Wednesday,” says December’s Volunteer of  the Month, Karen Andersen. “While creating the beautiful winged hearts, we share our stories, our triumphs, our sorrows, our joy, and our hopes of healing. We are all in this together and I am ever so grateful for Life On Art and all the beautiful people I have met along the way.”

Karen has volunteered at Life On Art since 2021. Her work producing beautiful paper mache hearts has been included in Unbound and Visions Of Hope.

Karen brings optimism and care to the Life On Art studio. She is deeply connected to the LOA mission to unite the community and heal through art. Her tender-heart positively impacts the Life On Art staff and volunteers every time she volunteers, advocates, or supports us. Thank you, Karen!

November 2024

Chantal Dangler began volunteering at Life On Art when we opened our first downtown Petaluma studio in 2021. In the last three years, she has been a vital contributor to Unbound and Visions Of Hope, as well as participating in many aspects of our artmaking supporting Veterans. Chantal is a talented painter, whose work is featured in many of our installations. Her remarkable empathy and compassion is a tremendous asset to the work we do with our community. Whether it’s giving a listening ear or offering a hand, she is an instrumental part of Life On Art’s success. Thank you Chantal!

October 2024

Ben Kaplan has shown immense commitment to Life On Art and our mission to bring the community together in creating art that heals others. He is a weekly volunteer that fills the room with stories, jazz, and a caring heart. Ben tirelessly worked with the volunteer team that created many of the heart sculptures gifted to incarcerated individuals at the California State Prison. He has also graciously supported Life On Art as an event volunteer at our Life On Art booth at the Mill Valley Art Festival. Thank you, Ben!

September 2024

Caroline Pope is an amazing volunteer who has a beautiful heart and has shown her dedication to Life On Art through helping at events such as the Mobile Home Resident’s Heart Painting workshop, Pride Parade, and her assistance at the Soledad State Prison Workshops. We honor Caroline and her wonderful talents such as sewing and collage that reflects her wonderful personality which shines every moment. Thank you Caroline!