Wharton Center Hosts:
Celebrating the Creativity of Persons with Disabilities
An Interview with Peckham Art Program Director Susan McGuire
Peckham’s Art from the Heart program will exhibit work from more than 30 artists in Wharton Center’s Grand Foyer July 11 through August 14, 2008. Supported by Peckham, Inc., Art from the Heart was developed to provide professional and supportive instruction in the visual arts to persons with disabilities.
The community and media are invited to attend an Artist Reception, Sunday, July 13, 2008, from 1:00 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Wharton Center’s Grand Foyer. Daytime viewing is by appointment by calling Wharton Center House Management at 517.353.1982, ext. 119. Viewing is also possible during evening performances of WICKED, July 16 through August 10.
“The Wharton Center is pleased to host this exhibit and reception,” said Nina Silbergleit, Wharton Center’s Events Coordinator & House Manager. “When you view this art there is clearly a unique relationship between the artist and the work. These artists really demonstrate how art has the ability to open the soul.”
Art from the Heart continues to grow each year, currently providing instruction and visual arts activities to nearly 80 participants. Art from the Heart works in conjunction with occupational and recreational therapists as well as speech pathologists and brain injury specialists to ensure a positive, creative experience for each individual.
Peckham, Inc. is a private non-profit community rehabilitation organization that values quality, diversity and performance. Peckham has three decades of experience providing quality, customer-centered services to people with disabilities. Peckham offers more than 28 different programs and services in community employment, facility-based employment, job readiness and career planning, housing, life skills and youth services.
Our mission is to provide a wide range of opportunities to maximize human potential for persons striving for independence and self-sufficiency. We embrace collaboration, effective resource management and innovative approaches to achieve excellence.
"Lu" Talks about Her Art
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