‘Sky’, Water colour on paper, 7”x 9” (17.8×22.9 cm), 2012
Artist: Peter Ogrodnik
Peter Ogrodnik is like his pictures – creative, exquisite, and unique. Like all art work at his table he too can’t be described in words. A humble but wise man, Peter is a great gift to L’Arche and a wonderful teacher.
One of the great benefits he brings to L’Arche is his ability to sing. His love for country music will be greatly shared if you attend our Potlucks, Worships, Music Club, Hootnights, etc. With his amazing ability to communicate through music Peter has built many friendships.
Other interests are trips, rock and paper collections, and trains. Peter was raised in Sudbury and lived most of his life (for 58 years) in an institution in Orillia. Peter came to his new home, Bethany, on July 18th, 2008.
Currently 72, Peter lives at Bethany with Jin, Paul and Karen.
Contact
L’Arche London (London, Ont., Canada)
7 Comments
Manca Kastelic
November 14, 2014Just a quick question from l’Arche Slovenia: Could you perhaps find out if Peter Ogrodnik’s family’s roots are Slovenian?? His name sounds very “familiar” to us and we wonder…. Congratulations too for Peter’s art!!
Toinette
November 19, 2014Hello Manca
Thanks for the comments on Peter’s art.
Peter’s roots are in Ukraine from what I know.
Are there any Ogrosnik family in Slovenia?
I recall my visit to Slovenia and cherish the memories, such a nice country.
Will share the congrats to Peter for sure.
Toinette
Katelyn Bakelaar
December 2, 2014Congratulations Peter, I think it is amazing that your art work is on display for the international day for people with disabilities. You are a great man and your painting is beautiful. It remains me of the song “Ring of Fire” which you also sing beautifully which I miss.
Katelyn
Rosaire
December 3, 2014Thank you Peter! Its beautiful…I felt like God winked at me! Well done! I love it and if you make prints I would love to have one.
Kristofer Woods
December 3, 2014Oh, Peter. I miss you.
This artwork is new for you and it is amazing! I am happy to see a sun with a smile. I will share your art with all the people at L’Arche in Antigonish.
We must update your profile too for your art – it was a while since we wrote this.
I will see you at Christmas!
Kelsey Westerhof
December 10, 2014Peter! Your artwork is gorgeous! It makes me miss you a lot. I miss your dogs and the way you sing The Three Bells. Sending you lots of love and handshakes!
Gail Turner
December 12, 2014Peter, your gift of art is so interesting, colorful, and expressive. You are an amazing person.