ABOUT RISING SHED

The term rising shed refers to a movement in weaving where threads lift to create space for others, forming the foundation of new fabric. It reflects how we rise from our past, using its lessons to build something meaningful.

My grandfather, Josef Bryn, was born in Pabianice, Poland—a town once known for its thriving textile mills. In 1939, the German invasion decimated this vibrant community. At 14, he saw his parents and four sisters for the last time. He survived the Holocaust, found refuge in a displaced persons camp, and later immigrated to the U.S. with my grandmother. His work in textiles became the foundation of their new life—a legacy of resilience and determination.

He didn’t just weave fabric—he built a business from the ground up, driven by skill, resourcefulness, and pride. As a kid, I remember walking through his factory, seeing how much it meant to him.

All four of my grandparents were Holocaust survivors, each with a powerful story of survival. Their journeys remind me that storytelling is a privilege—a way to honor and preserve the human spirit.

Weaving and filmmaking both start with raw materials shaped into something meaningful. That’s why I started Rising Shed—to pay tribute to my family’s story and the creativity that defined them. Instead of weaving textiles, I chose to weave stories that celebrate strength and triumph.