EXCLUSIVELY FOR PERSONS WITH AN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY AND LIVING IN ONTARIO
THE IDEAL ART CONTEST open until December 31, 2008
IDEAL-WAY.ca was founded by Robert Pio Hajjar, born with Down Syndrome.
IDEAL-WAY is inviting all Educators to help us find artists among these exceptional individuals. We believe that persons with Down syndrome, Autism, etc., can create art just like anybody else. Would you like to creat some art such as a painting, drawing, photography or sculpture? Send us your best art in any style, on any subject. Any art created in 2008 is eligible for entry. The 2008 Contest is open to all ages. Two entries per person.
Judging for the Art Contest, strictly for persons with intellectual disability and living in Ontario, will be chaired by Andrew Hamilton, Canadian landscape painter, Fine Arts Professor, former Curator - Marianne van Silfhout Art Gallery. The IDEAL ART Show is being planned at one of Ontario's premiere Art Galleries to showcase these works of art.
This is a fun, FREE contest with many exciting prizes for lots of winners. There will be random draws of prizes for persons simply giving it a try and entering.
Help IDEAL-WAY to showcase Ontario?s hidden talent, and help us to spread the word about the IDEAL ART Contest. Official Entry Form must accompany all entries. Visit www.ideal-way.ca for Offical Entry Form, Rules, etc. or email Addie J. Daabous, Executive Director at info@ideal-way.ca tel: (416) -620-4500.
Wow! First a poetry contest & now an art contest & art show!!!! by: U. Pervin
Ideal-way.ca has had such a positive influence in the lives of not only those with special needs, but in the lives of those around them. You've given hope and anticipation to these individuals and it's great watching the overwhelming pride on their faces as they succeed in accomplishing something they've set their minds to. You people truly treat these individuals as equals. I've been in the business for over 15 years, and I have yet to come across an organization quite like yours. Bravo and keep up the good work!!
My guys love doing art!! by: Arusha
I have never heard about Ideal-Way.ca until this posting. Thanks! I visited their website and they sound amazing.
Go IDEAL-WAY.ca by: Anonymous
Wow what a great opportunity to show the talent that these very special people posses. I am going to make sure people in my community know all about it. I have friends who have friends that will be really excited to hear about this. Great idea. Keep up the good work!
Thank you by: Anonymous
What a wonderful opportunity for these individuals to share their creativity with all of us. Thank you Ideal-Way for making this possible.
Thank you by: Anonymous
What a wonderful opportunity for these individuals to share their creativity with all of us. Thank you Ideal-Way for making this possible.
Getting the paint ready! by: Mark
I can't wait to get back to my group and let them all know about this contest. They all just love to paint. My guys range in age from 24-53. Thanks Ideal-Way!
OUTSTANDING IDEA! by: Debbie
What an outstanding idea. We live in a small community in Ontario and quite often there is nothing to do. We support about 12 persons with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities. Thank you for letting us know about this wonderful contest. We have something exciting for our guys and girls to participate in and make them feel included. Thanks again folks.
Debbie
A Wonderful Opportunity! by: Joan
How exciting! I will certainly pass the word to friends of mine who have an autistic son. They also have a large network of friends within the autistic advocacy community, and I know they'll be impressed that the Art Show will be at one of Ont.'s premier Art Galleries!
Thanks, Ideal-Way, for making this happen!
Wonderful by: Anonymous
This is a wonderful opportunity for these very special individuals and I applaude you for your efforts. I will certainly spread the word to those I know so they can take part in the excitement. Thank you for taking the time to get this posted so we know. May God bless you in all your efforts,
