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The Team
Who We Are
Ahmed Ibrahim
Master Mosaicist
Ahmed Ibrahim, a mosaic artist since 2000 and winner of the 14th International Mosaic Meeting in Chartres, France, is renowned for his belief in pushing beyond comfort zones to achieve artistic growth.
Ahmed contributed to large-scale mosaic projects with the Sabry Mansour team, including murals at Ahram Canadian University and Helwan University in Cairo. His mosaics are showcased in public spaces across the Greater Chicagoland area, both indoors and outdoors.
As a dedicated Mosaic Teaching Artist, Ahmed currently teaches at the Hyde Park Art Center and has previously instructed at The Chicago Mosaic School, The Art Center Highland Park, and The Stirling Hall Art Center. His work has been exhibited both nationally and internationally.
Ahmed holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mural Arts from Helwan University in Cairo, Egypt.
Jessica Mcilhon
Mosaics~Textile Artist
Operations Manager
Jessica McIlhon is a multidisciplinary artist trained at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where her curiosity pushed her through countless mediums until glass—neon, fire, and bending tubes of light—captured her imagination. Today, she channels that same experimental energy into textile design, mosaic art, and ice dyeing as the founder of Scoops Color Lab, an edgy streetwear tie-dye brand built on bold color exploration and experimental techniques. Her work embodies resilience, joy, and transformation. She brings her deep color knowledge to every medium she touches, especially her expressive mosaic pieces. As an instructor, Jessica encourages her students to stay curious, play boldly, and trust the magic of experimentation - creating a welcoming environment that empowers beginners and seasoned creatives alike.
Hana Kulovic
Multidisciplinary Artist
Hana Kulović is a multidisciplinary mosaic and fiber artist whose work is shaped by a multicultural upbringing across Bosnia, Germany, and Chicago. She holds a BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where she concentrated in Fiber and Material Studies with a focus on embroidery.
Specializing in site-specific mosaics and public murals, Hana draws inspiration from cultural traditions, natural patterns, and meticulous handcraft practices. Her approach blends artistry with community engagement, often incorporating collaborative elements into her projects.
As an instructor, Hana brings warmth and a deep respect for the creative process. She is passionate about helping folks build confidence with materials, develop strong foundational techniques, and discover the meditative joy of mosaic and fiber arts!
Hana has contributed to over 20 mosaic murals and projects in the Chicagoland area, as a teaching artist and fabricator.
Since 2002, Amy has been providing students with the know-how to take their visions from concept to reality. She thrives in the classroom, and loves inspiring her students to find their own creative voices. As a lifelong learner Amy is ever expanding her own repertoire of design and metalsmithing techniques. She relishes the genuine connection she forges with her students in the collaborative and team community environment that she fosters in her classroom.
Since 2002, Amy has been providing students with the know-how to take their visions from concept to reality. She thrives in the classroom, and loves inspiring her students to find their own creative voices. As a lifelong learner Amy is ever expanding her own repertoire of design and metalsmithing techniques. She relishes the genuine connection she forges with her students in the collaborative and team community environment that she fosters in her classroom.
Metalsmith~Jewelry Designer~Mixed Media Artist
