JANUARY SPOTLITE ARTIST: Ralph Bell/Open Door Art Studio (Columbus OH) - Expression Without Limitation!

In doing research for our first Spotlite Artisft of the Month, I came across a website titled The Open Door Art Studio.  See the following from their website and learn about artist Ralph Bell, inspiration for The Open Door Studio located Columbus OH:


"The Open Door Art Studio was inspired by artist and long time resident of Park West Court Apartments  Ralph Bell (1913-1995). Ralph made a lasting impression on everyone who had the honor of knowing him. He especially had an impact on CCHS Director Dona England-Afek. Ralph and Dona had a lasting and devoted friendship that eventually became the inspiration for Open Door Art Studio.

Ralph, who suffered from cerebral palsy was tragically institutionalized at the age of ten. Ralph continued to live in the institutional setting until late in life when he was relocated to Park West Court Apartments. It was then that Ralph had the fortunate experience of working with a studio artist at a day habilitation program. From there his ability as an artists was discovered and his expressive freedom flourished. Ralph had a rewarding and celebrated career as an artist with work displayed in private collections and museums around the country. Ralph is an inspirational example of overcoming limitations and realizing potential.  The Open Door Studio is dedicated to overcoming limitations and giving individuals with disabilities the opportunity to discover their expressive freedom.

Location
1365 Grandview Ave.
Columbus, OH 43212
We are located off of Grandview Ave. behind Figlio's restaurant.

Hours
Wednesday - Friday
9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
On the last Saturday of every month hours
are extended to 9:00pm for the Grandview Hop which runs annually from April to November.

Hours are subject to change, please call.
t:614_486_4919 + f: 614_486_4922 + e: courtney@pwca-col.org

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