Art Ajar

Art unleashes creativity and self-expression, so it is an ideal way for people with disabilities to express themselves. Adults in the First Step Hot Springs Day Service Program have the unique opportunity to participate in an art program designed to do just that.

Called Art Ajar, the overwhelmingly successful Program taps into the rich artistic resources of the many professional artists and gallery owners who live and work in and around Hot Springs. Local artists visit the Program regularly to facilitate workshops on a variety of art methods and media such as watercolor and acrylic painting, pastels and charcoal, ink, collage, and weaving.

“Seeing people for their abilities, not their disabilities.”

Many of the pieces of artwork produced by students have been displayed for sale at local art galleries and other venues.

The Program not only provides those with disabilities a valuable means of expression, but it also instills confidence in learning new skills and an awareness of being productive members of the community.

Recently, the Art Ajar program has expanded to include music.

Our website dedicated to the Art Ajar Program will be online soon at www.ArtAjar.com.