Artwork on display with the Memorial Theme: World Trade Center Memorial 

Display: September 1 - October 31, 2011

Location: About 1/2 mile from Ground Zero
Chatham Square Branch Library
New York Public Library
33 East Broadway
New York, NY  10002-6804

Library Contact: Andrea Nicolay, Library Manager

See images of this display and artwork in this display at: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/thedreamrocket/sets/72157626195758254/">www.flickr.com/photos/thedreamrocket/sets/72157626195758254/</a>

The Dream Rocket Project: www.thedreamrocket.com 

Participants:
Susi Soler from Worthington, Ohio
Girl Scout Troop 30229 with Missouri Heartland Council; Junior/Daisy levels 
Mary T. Green from Folsom, LA
Kristen Smith (Artists are Kyle Smith & Cameron Kaercher) from Latham, New York
Jodi Scaltreto from Hillsboro, New Hampshire
Laura Grover "In Memory and Thanks" From: Bellevue, WA
Girl Scout Troop 1334 from Sheridan, WY.Organizer – Susan Hitchcock 
Walnut Springs Middle School in Westerville, Ohio
Walnut Springs Middle School in Westerville, Ohio “Peace on Earth”
Walnut Springs Middle School in Westerville, Ohio “Peace”
Ann E. Ruthsdottir from Brunswick, ME
Janice Jones from Methuen, MA

In Memory of Adam Shelby White
 

September 26, 1974 – September 11, 2001
 

Title: “At the Summit”
 

Dream Theme: Celebrating Life

The essence of Adam was as a ball of light. He was willing, in a loving way, to take risks, never at anyone's detriment, but just for fun and adventure. "Life is an adventure!"(like climbing the mountain), was kind of a signature slogan of his. 
This art work depicts the New York City skyline Before, During, and After September 11th, 2001.

I painted the NYC skylines and then made transfers from scanning the paintings. The photos of Adam were of a life celebrated by doing what he loved. The photo of NYC with the "angel cloud" was sent to Melissa after 911 by someone who had heard her story. She now writes a column for the Birmingham news called, Good News Melissa.

Losing her son  in the  September 11th attacks created a desire in her to share positive things people are doing with their lives and in the community. 

Thank you, Melissa for sharing your son's story and photos!
This work would not have been accomplished without your part in it.

..Celebrating This Life- Thank you, Adam

The Dream Rocket Project: www.thedreamrocket.com

Dream Theme: Artwork will be included in our 911 Memorial themed Display in NYC 

What is your artwork about? “My daughter, Erin Soler, has been an actor and theater professional in NYC since 2001 and now considers NYC her “hometown” – so I decided to represent all the actors there in remembering the fallen of 9-11.”

Created by: Girl Scout Troop 30229 with Missouri Heartland Council; Junior/Daisy levels 
From: Columbia, MO
Leader: Andrea Jackson
Title: “Girl Scouts make a difference”
Dream Theme: 
Community, this artwork will also be included in our 911 Memorial ‘Themed’ Show in September 2011, NYC.
Participants: 
Madison Jackson, Kennedy Jackson, Natalie Wohlgemuth, Madison Castilow, Madalyn Collier, Kaitlyn Gatewood
Materials and Techniques Used: 
Recycled fabric, markers, Craft bonding material
What is your group’s artwork about?
The girls decided to do a community based theme. They chose the earth to be the center focus of the project. The earth is made up of puzzle pieces that hold each girls name to represent her part in helping make a difference in some part of the "community". Each girl that surrounds the earth holds an individual idea or suggestion of how they or anyone can make a difference in themselves, their community, or the world as a whole. The girls holding hands surrounding the earth represents Girl Scout teamwork.

Created by: Mary T. Green from Folsom, LA 

Title: "Words of the Aftermath”
 

Theme: Created as part of our 911 themed show
What is your artwork about?
In the center is a free-hand machine embroidered iconic picture of the ruins of the twin towers. Glow-in-the-dark thread was used so in darkness the image appears almost ghostly. Words are all around the image (drifting like the reams of paper floating down after the bombing). The words include feelings, vocabulary, and ideas expressed in the aftermath of 9-11. Many of the words were taken from the letter I wrote to myself one week after the tragedy. Some words are bold and others are faint in an effort to entice the viewer to look closely at the piece? Around the border of the quilt are the names of some of the victims: male and female, common and unusual, representing those who died in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania, and across nationalities. It is quilted in a plain grid pattern designed to evoke strength.

It is simple, somber, and I hope powerful. It was a great honor to make this panel and I'm glad The Dream Rocket Project offered such a wonderful opportunity.

It is a pleasure to continue to see all of the new panels and watch as the panels travel around the country bringing the messages of the participants and the project to many people. And, as always, communicating with you is a joy.
Thanks for all you have done and continue to do.

Created by: Janice Jones
From: Methuen, MA
Dream Theme: Created for the World Trade Memorial Tribute themed display
Title: Liberty

Created by: Laura Grover "In Memory and Thanks"
From: Bellevue, WA
Artwork Title: In Memory and Thanks
Dream Theme: 911 Tribute Exhibit
Materials and Techniques Used: The work was done with Cotton fabrics and threads, applique, surface embroidery and a metallic pen.
What is the story behind your artwork?
"The piece was made to remember and thank the members of the NYPD Emergency Service Unit and New York Fire Department for rescue efforts on September 11th 2001. These courageous efforts were made with great sacrifice as lives were lost."

Created by Kristen Smith (artists are Kyle Smith & Cameron Kaercher)

From Latham, New York

Artwork Title: “Holding the Memory”
Dream Theme: 9-11-01 Memorial Exhibit
Participants: Kyle Smith and Cameron Kaercher (both 10 years old when panel was made)
Materials and Techniques Used: Cloth and heat bond 
What is the story behind your artwork?
“This submission is in remembrance of the many people that lost their lives in 9-11-01 World Trade Center attacks; those that were in the buildings when the attacks happened, and those that rushed to their aid.  The bald eagle represents the citizens of the United States.  The eagle's wings are wrapped around the towers in a supportive hug.  We will forever hold their memories and remember the sacrifices made that day.”

New Sign Participants: World Trade Center Memorial Exhibit 

Elyse Koren-Camarra for the 1000 Memories Project, World Trade Center Memorial Exhibit- 1 Dream Theme - Chicago, IL

Jodi Scaltreto - World Trade Center Memorial Exhiit - 1 Dream Theme - Hillsboro, NH

Kathleen Collins & Girl Scout Troop #920 - World Trade Center Memorial Exhibit - 1 Dream Theme - Bay Shore, NY

Dana Blasi - World Trade Center Exhibit - 1 Dream Theme - Greer, SC

Kristen Smith & Girl Scout Troop- World Trade Center Memorial Exhibit - 1 Dream Theme - Latham, NY

Linda Laird - World Trade Center Memorial Exhibit - 1 Dream Theme - San Diego, CA

★ Created by Jodi Scaltreto from Hillsboro, New Hampshire

Title-"Never Forget"

Dream Theme-9/11 Memorial

What is your artwork about? "Like the day JFK was shot September 11, 2001 will live in my memory forever. I was not affected personally by the tragedy but it has still effected me as it has the country. It is hard to believe that it has been 10 years since it happened. Seeing the photos of the lights they turned on to memorialize the spot where the towers were I felt I would like to use that shot as the basis for my panel."

Techniques & Materials Used: 100% cotton background, Angelina Fibers, Printable cotton fabric, Misty Fuse, Wonder Under fusible.

Did you enjoy this project? It was interesting to do this for this somber memorial.

What other projects could the IFC do? Don't know. Maybe cover the Statue of Liberty or the Eiffel Tower??