“Through Tina pushing our boundaries, it reminded us not to limit all that we are capable of.”
- Tricia Meyer, Manager, Disney
Read More“In a time in which instant gratification serves as a negation of human intimacy, Tina Demirdjian’s poems afford us moments of transition to halt our thoughts even as we move relentlessly through the contant busyness of daily repetitions.” - Zelman
Read More“Listen closely to Tina Demirdjian’s poetry. Surely, you will hear the voices of our great grandmothers and the songs of our displaced poetry.” - Shahe Mankerian
Read More“Whether the ancestral call is revisited or the everyday moment is redefined, Demirdjian’s poetry creates a melody of its own.” - Lory Bedikian
Read More“The paintings sometimes speak to you even though you don’t know what to expect from it,” said Yanira. “This is my first time coming here [to MOCA]… It was really amazing.”"
- Yanira Ruiz, Migrant Education Program/LAUSD
Read More“Thank you again for thinking creatively, bringing various art forms together and for arranging a lovely and inspiring afternoon for the kids. Loved having them at the gallery!”
- Caroline Tufenkian, Owner/Art Historian, Tufenkian Fine Arts
Read More“We are thankful to Tina for her careful and sensitive attention to the exhibit and the graceful way she led teachers to express themselves.”
- Corrie Siegel, Education Manager, Fowler Museum at UCLA
Read More“I really enjoyed the poetry event! It was great to see the engagement and participation from everyone.”
- Rachel Ross, MPH, Project Manager, Continuing Care
Read More“Tina’s poetry workshops build staff bonds and collaboration….sharing a personal writing fosters humor and empathy in a team.”
- Ellen Pais, CEO/President, Los Angeles Educational Partnership
Read More“[Poetry] has helped me be more confident to overcome my fears of talking in front of a large crowd.”
- Erick Avila, Migrant Education Program/LAUSD
Read More“In a profession where we are charged to find solutions to systems and create supports for students, families, schools, and communities with need, Tina’s workshop was powerful.”
- Brandan Aldridge, Community School Coordinator, Washington Prep HS/LAEP/LAUSD
Read More“Even shy and introverted kids feel proud taking the stage under her direction.”
- Stephanie Stein, ELD Teacher (GUSD)
Read More“Tina is a brilliant poetry teacher who magically draws deep feelings and language from English learners. She is amazing!”
- Ruth Navarro, Teacher (Migrant Education Program / LAUSD)
Read More“I didn’t think poetry could do it--but it did! I really enjoyed the workshop and how you helped us communicate, create and team build.”
- Lisa Yarick, Team Lead, Health Industry
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