Winter Berries by Fermin

Memories in the Making is an Alzheimer’s Association art therapy program for individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Volunteer facilitators help people with dementia – many of whom often have no art background – create drawings and paintings. These sessions provide participants social interaction and boost their self-esteem while opening the channels of communication with loved ones.

Today’s featured Memories in the Making artist is Fermin. Fermin was born on an Indian reservation in Pennsylvania and has worked throughout his life in a variety of careers. During his time in the military, he worked as a military MP, as well as working as a police officer, judge, instructor and custodian. He loves anything mechanical and enjoys drawing and reading.  He still likes to keep up with the latest information related to the armed forces, as well as his favorite football teams.

Fermin’s painting is just one of the many works of art that will be auctioned off at our annual Memories in the Making Art & Wine Auction, held this year on March 2 at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. In addition to work by Memories in the Making artists, the silent and live auction selection will include fine wines, unique experiences and luxury items.

Visit www.alz.org/norcal to purchase tickets and learn more.

Green Eyes by Howard

Memories in the Making is an Alzheimer’s Association art therapy program for individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Volunteer facilitators help people with dementia – many of whom often have no art background – create drawings and paintings. These sessions provide participants social interaction and boost their self-esteem while opening the channels of communication with loved ones.

Today’s featured Memories in the Making artist is Howard. Since his birth in 1921 in Whittier, California, Howard has been known as a quiet and genuine man. His vivid and purposeful brush strokes are symbolic of the joy seen on his face while he paints. His passion for painting is demonstrated in his eagerness to begin each week, as he is often the first person to start.  No matter what the subject is, he pushes silently forward, paying special attention to form and perspective. Howard has always enjoyed art and creative activities, as well as having an interest in building model airplanes, swimming and water polo. He was a member of the Coast Guard from 1942 until 1945, when he became a draftsman. Later in life, he also spent time working as a school crossing guard. He has two beautiful daughters and four grandchildren.

Howard’s painting is just one of the many works of art that will be auctioned off at our annual Memories in the Making Art & Wine Auction, held this year on March 2 at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. In addition to work by Memories in the Making artists, the silent and live auction selection will include fine wines, unique experiences and luxury items.

Visit www.alz.org/norcal to purchase tickets and learn more.

Grandma's Favorite Plate by Aurora

Memories in the Making is an Alzheimer’s Association art therapy program for individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Volunteer facilitators help people with dementia – many of whom often have no art background – create drawings and paintings. These sessions provide participants social interaction and boost their self-esteem while opening the channels of communication with loved ones.

Today’s featured Memories in the Making artist is Aurora. Aurora’s use of color and flowers is a predominant theme throughout much of her work. She is a local who was born, raised her family and worked in San Jose. She was employed as a manager of the gift shop at O’Connor Hospital, where she spent much of her time helping to make people’s days a little brighter.  Besides raising her son and daughter, Aurora has enjoyed spending time with her two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. One of her favorite pastimes has been watching the classic game show “Family Feud” on television.

Aurora’s painting is just one of the many works of art that will be auctioned off at our annual Memories in the Making Art & Wine Auction, held this year on March 2 at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. In addition to work by Memories in the Making artists, the silent and live auction selection will include fine wines, unique experiences and luxury items.

Visit www.alz.org/norcal to purchase tickets and learn more.

The Consequence of Life by David

Memories in the Making is an Alzheimer’s Association art therapy program for individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Volunteer facilitators help people with dementia – many of whom often have no art background – create drawings and paintings. These sessions provide participants social interaction and boost their self-esteem while opening the channels of communication with loved ones.

Today’s featured Memories in the Making artist is David. David is a man of many talents. Not only is he skilled at painting and drawing, but he has a talent in music as well. He has been a musician for over 25 years and was a member of blue grass, country western and country rock bands. He went through mechanical engineering courses in college and worked throughout his career as an army officer.  He has one son of whom he is very proud and with whom he shares his creative skills.

David’s painting is just one of the many works of art that will be auctioned off at our annual Memories in the Making Art & Wine Auction, held this year on March 2 at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. In addition to work by Memories in the Making artists, the silent and live auction selection will include fine wines, unique experiences and luxury items.

Visit www.alz.org/norcal to purchase tickets and learn more.

Flowers of Hawaii by Mary W.

Memories in the Making is an Alzheimer’s Association art therapy program for individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Volunteer facilitators help people with dementia – many of whom often have no art background – create drawings and paintings. These sessions provide participants social interaction and boost their self-esteem while opening the channels of communication with loved ones.

Today’s featured Memories in the Making artist is Mary W. Mary is an avid painter who grew up in the Scull Valley of Arizona. She worked as a medical secretary and had three lovely children. As well as relaxing with her warm cup of coffee in the morning, Mary also loves to read and go to church. Mary is an incredible artist and has blossomed in the painting class. These flowers reminded her of the flowers she used to see while on vacation in Hawaii.

Mary’s painting is just one of the many works of art that will be auctioned off at our annual Memories in the Making Art & Wine Auction, held this year on March 2 at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. In addition to work by Memories in the Making artists, the silent and live auction selection will include fine wines, unique experiences and luxury items.

Visit www.alz.org/norcal to purchase tickets and learn more.

The Essence of Autumn by Albert

Memories in the Making is an Alzheimer’s Association art therapy program for individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Volunteer facilitators help people with dementia – many of whom often have no art background – create drawings and paintings. These sessions provide participants social interaction and boost their self-esteem while opening the channels of communication with loved ones.

Today’s featured Memories in the Making artist is Albert. Albert was born in 1925 and lived for many years in his home of Cairo, Egypt, working as a jeweler. In 1966, he was forced to flee with his wife and live for several months as refugees in France, until they were able to come to the United States. Albert found work as a draftsman, and the family lived for a while in Boston where he decided to pursue a degree in electronics technology. Upon completing his studies, Albert and his family moved to California, where he continued to work in the electronics field. Albert and his wife have two wonderful sons, one of whom serves in the U.S. Navy. Albert is a very creative man, who continues to enjoy painting, drawing and drafting. Painting in particular brings him a great deal of pleasure and a sense of accomplishment – as evidenced through his attention to the fine details and his quiet focus throughout his work on each image.

Albert’s painting is just one of the many works of art that will be auctioned off at our annual Memories in the Making Art & Wine Auction, held this year on March 2 at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View. In addition to work by Memories in the Making artists, the silent and live auction selection will include fine wines, unique experiences and luxury items.

Visit www.alz.org/norcal to purchase tickets and learn more.