in today’s fractured, divisive world, connections—both intentional and accidental—are more important than ever. We are bound by love, rituals, family, and faith. We are also connected to our past, our community—near and far—and to nature. To be connected is to find commonalities with others.
Full of poignant imagery, unique perspectives, and vibrant color, the selection of artwork displayed on the following pages communicates many of the ways fiber artists explore how we all are connected.
A Touch of Healing
RIVKA HAMDANI • 29½" × 32" ASHDOD, ISRAEL
Connecting to people by talking, explaining, demonstrating, teaching, understanding, experimenting, cajoling, and most of all, touching not only the hands, but hopefully also the hearts of thousands of my patients over 40 years, is the essence of my career as an occupational therapist.…
