Art Side by Side

As an art therapist working with people living with dementia, Elizabeth Gronke guides readers through her favorite way of sharing art with others. This 36 page, 8.5"x11" picture book is especially created to foster meaningful connections with friends, family, and care partners. Beautiful full-color images of artworks from across time and place are paired with open-ended questions designed to activate the imagination, awaken senses, and evoke feelings. With easy-to-read, large print text, readers will be guided to: • Simply notice details, • Voice opinions, • Ask questions and be curious, • Play and have fun with the artworks. Pick up this book and admire some art, side by side with someone you care about.   Elizabeth Gronke, ATR-BC (Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist) has been in the field of dementia care for over 20 years in home, clinical, community and cultural settings. She has a BFA from California College of the Arts in ceramics and a Master's degree in art therapy from Pratt Institute. In 2015 she founded Silverbright Circle LLC and has been hired by families and organizations tin the New York City area to develop art and cultural programming for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Since 2019 she has been leading online and in-person programming with the American Folk Art Museum's Folk Art Reflections program for art lovers living with dementia. In 2023 she was a recipient of the I'm Still Here Foundation's Innovation Grant. With her person-centered and community oriented approach, Elizabeth enjoys presenting at conferences and trainings in the field of creative aging and encourages collaboration with her colleagues.