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Special Exhibit of the Artwork of Rise Ochsner at The Carrollton

Special Exhibit of the Artwork of Rise Ochsner at The Carrollton New Orleans

Special Exhibit of the Artwork of Rise Ochsner at The Carrollton New Orleans

The work of a renowned and beloved local resident and artist will be on display on August 28th. The Carrollton New Orleans senior living community will share the beautiful work of Rise Delmar Ochsner, whose paintings are known internationally. The special showing will be free and open to the public.

Over the years, Ochsner's work has included commissioned portraits of Queen Noor of Jordan, Paul Prudhomme, Emeril Lagasse, and all chefs who have won the Robert Mondavi Culinary Works of Excellence Award. She has had her work exhibited at prestigious galleries and museums worldwide.

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Additionally, Ochsner is widely known as having been a talented and well-respected ophthalmologist for many years. A well-known and highly esteemed family in New Orleans, Ochsner's father-in-law founded the Ochsner Clinic, which eventually became the flagship hospital of Ochsner Health.

"We are proud to have Rise calling The Carrollton home. We thought what better way to celebrate her than having a special family and friends' event art show for her," said Justin Churchwell, Activities Director for The Carrollton New Orleans senior living community.

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The special event, which is open to the public, will include exceptional food and beverages showcasing the talents of the senior living community's new Executive Chef.

The art exhibit featuring the artwork of Rise Ochsner will be held on August 28, 3:00-5:00 p.m. in the Liberty Room at The Carrollton New Orleans senior living community, 701 S. Carrollton Avenue in New Orleans.

The Carrollton New Orleans

The Carrollton is a premier senior living community located on a beautiful restored historical landmark in New Orleans, close to all of the dining, cultural offerings, and recreational venues that the city has to offer. The community offers assisted living and memory care services in studio and one-bedroom apartments. Residents have access to a range of on-site amenities including restaurant-style dining, events, activities and more. The Carrollton is owned and operated by Liberty Senior Living, LLC, a division of Liberty Health that specializes in senior living and retirement communities. To learn more about The Carrolton, visit www.TheCarrollton.com. To learn more about Liberty Senior Living and the communities they offer, please visit www.LibertySeniorLiving.com.

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