Name/Title
On Lok Peralta - Philip Ojeda - Light House - 2018Description
Philip Ojeda
“Lighthouse”
On Lok Lifeways Peralta
Mr. Ojeda is a Bay Area native, born in the small quiet town of Alameda in 1948 to his mother (a nurse’s assistant and wonderful cook) and his father, who was a superintendent at US Steel. Philip has three brothers, with whom he is very close and feels incredibly grateful for their support.
Philip worked as an electrologist professionally, but always made time for hobbies including skiing and music. A guitar player, Philip was part of a rock band for a number of years and still enjoys playing on occasion. Philip remembers the first painting he made at the age of 25 as a gift for his niece who sadly passed away at a young age from leukemia. While he did not paint again until joining the weekly AWE classes at On Lok in Fremont, he is quick to say what a positive impact making art has had on him, “…art class made me more positive. It taught me about painting, which, over time became easier to do. Now I am able to complete a painting almost by the end of each 2-hour class. I enjoy class so much, and look forward to it every week.”
When asked what his advice he would like to share with others, he responded, “Don’t be afraid to follow your dreams, and always do your best.” Words to live by!
ART WITH ELDERS
2019 27th Annual Art With Elders Exhibit
