Art Program

A Resident’s Painting from December 2009

What is the Art Program?

“The Art Program works to enrich the individual and community life of clients and staff, by providing opportunities to make art and learn from each other through shared creative experiences.

Rooted in the LBSA mission of respecting the life choices and dreams of people with developmental disabilities — the Art Program supports self-resilience, while encouraging humor, relaxation, and growth for everyone involved.”

Martin L Thorsheim, LBSA Artist-in-Residence

Opportunities through the Art Program:

Art Workshops

Usually held in Millis Hall, this is a social event built on working with one’s hands — and open to all clients served by LBSA. Art Workshops are held one Saturday per month, usually following the week of new staff orientation. The Workshops offer 3-5 separate art activities or collaborative projects such as mural painting or making a large sculpture. Some activities allow for clients to make something to keep, while group projects get displayed throughout the LBSA campus.

Photos from the September 2009 Art & Music Workshop

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The weather was great for this collaborative event with Jennifer Pelletier (LBSA Music Therapist) and Martin Thorsheim (Artist in Residence)

Individual Art Sessions

Regularly scheduled client time working one-to-one with the LBSA Artist-in-Residence (on the Oak Street campus).

Art Groups

Art Groups can include all the clients and staff on a House (at Oak Street campus approximately every two weeks).

Staff Involvement

Great opportunities to build relationships with clients.

Interested in Volunteering?

Future volunteer opportunities with the Art Program will be added as openings arise. For general volunteer opportunities at LBSA, please contact Eileen Shimota, LBSA Volunteer Coordinator, at volunteer@laurabaker.org.

Laura Baker Services Association