Views, opinions and information expressed here are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or views of The Salvation Army. The Paparella Innovative Art program started out in 2008 as a pilot project and has since grown to be regular curriculum. The program provides a range of multi-faceted sensory stimulation while exposing the students to wide range of media. The art production is focused on technique compounded with free exploration. While most of the students work independently on pieces, collaboration is also encouraged. The artworks produced within the art class are proudly exhibited throughout the halls of the Lawson ministries autism centre as well as being marketed for sale to the general public at very affordable prices! The art program has been working on expanding its roots with a focus on establishing ties with the community at large. In the spring of 2010, 29 selected pieces were displayed in a very successful exhibit at the FRWY Coffee House at 333 King Street East. Some of the pieces have also been selected and featured on three different covers of the Journal on Developmental disabilities. This page is not an official Salvation Army page.
