Plastic Bottle Cap Bonanza!

If you were wondering... is Open Door still collecting plastic bottle caps? Here is your answer.

YES!!! We are still collecting them.


Look at how many we already have! These have been sanitized, sorted and are now ready for art-making. But we need more.

Any size, shape and color will do and the more the better! Water bottles, liters of soda, laundry detergent, and milk jugs are just a few of the many sources that are already in your home. So please start (or keep!) stashing away those little plastic gems and on your next visit to Open Door to see some great art, unload those caps. Reduce the amount going into landfills and support a local non-profit with supplies. What more could you want really?

Thanks in advance for saving those lids!

And stay tuned for what these little guys turn into...

Open Door Takes Flight: An Exhibition at Wild Goose Creative

 What       An exhibition of flight-themed work created by the

               artists at Open Door Art Studio

When      Exhibiton on display August 2-31, 2011

               Reception August 18, 6-8 pm

Where    Wild Goose Creative

               2491 Summit Street, Columbus, OH 43202

               ph. 614.859.WILD (9453)

Who       Everyone is invited to partake in the festive  

               reception. Light refreshments will be provided and  

        several of the artists will be there to talk about    

        their artwork.

9/11 Reflection and Remembrance Community Art Collaboration

Opening Reception:
Monday, Aug. 15th, 5:00-7:30 PM

Patriot’s Day Memorial Reception and Final Reveal:
Sunday, Sept. 11th, 2:00-5:00 PM

Open Door is reflecting on and remembering the 10th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks by inviting everyone to contribute to a very important memorial art installation/event. In addition to featuring 9/11 inspired artwork, Lamentations, created by the nationally recognized, award-winning, digital artist Deborah Krikun, we will also be transforming our entire gallery into a large-scale, interactive piece of art inspired by the events of September 11th, 2001. There are several ways you, your friends, your school/students, your organization and your family can participate, benefit and contribute to this important memorial event.

As part of collaborative installation, we have decided to represent the 2,753 individuals who died as a result of the attacks by creating a paper origami crane to symbolize each of them. We will need everyone to contribute to make this ambitious goal a reality. We are asking everyone to make at least one crane for this project and pass this invitation to everyone you know. Click here for detailed instructions on how to fold an origami crane. Everyone is welcome to visit Open Door from now until September 11th, any time Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM to make a crane. You can also make one (or many) and mail them to us. We are located at 1050 Goodale Blvd., Grandview, OH 43212.   Your crane can be a simple white piece of paper or as colorful and creative as you would like. Please don’t hesitate to participate. Make one now!!!

If you are interested in utilizing this as an educational and creative opportunity for a group of students or individuals from your school or organization, please give us a call at 614-486-4919 to schedule a time. We look forward to hearing from you!

Columbus Center for Human Services Inc. announces an opening for an Art Facilitator / Habilitation Coordinator at Open Door Art Studio

POSITION SUMMARY
Art Facilitator / Habilitation Coordinator

CCHS is a not for profit organization that provides support services for adults with developmental disabilities through a variety of experiences. Open Door Art Studio, a division of CCHS Inc., empowers artists with developmental disabilities to develop unique, artistic voices and to experience opportunities afforded through the arts. The Art Facilitator/Habilitation Coordinator creates and facilitates art programming with the studio artists who are adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Open Door is an open art studio setting offering several mediums.

This is a full time position with an hourly rate determined on an individual basis. The Art Facilitator/Hab Coordinator will be expected to work some evenings and weekends, and may be expected to work extra hours and travel occasionally. This position also requires providing direct personal care support as needed.

The ideal applicant will have a bachelor's degree in an art related field, the ability to work in a multitude of art mediums, a flexible schedule, experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, proficient in Word and Photoshop and have great organizational skills.

This position is available immediately and begins with a one week company orientations followed by a 120 day trial period.

The desire to assist the organization in sustainable, mission driven growth is essential. Other ideal attributes include: a positive attitude, highly creative , enthusiastic, caring, patient, flexible and the ability to multitask.

To Apply:

Please submit by June 24, 2011 a cover letter, resume (including three references with contact information, indicating relationship) and a PDF portfolio of at least 5 images that best represent your current work to:

HR@cchs-col.org and courtney@pwca-col.org Please include "Art Facilitator Application" and your first initial and last name in the subject line.

Applications will only be accepted via e-mail.