The Carrollton New Orleans Exhibits Artwork of World-Renowned Artist and Resident
September 9, 2024
NEW ORLEANS, LA — The Carrollton New Orleans senior-living community recently exhibited the work of resident artist Rise Delmar Ochsner, whose paintings are known internationally. The special showing was free and open to the public, and two of the paintings will remain part of a permanent exhibit at The Carrollton.
“We were pleased to invite the community into our building so they can experience its beauty while also viewing the magnificent artwork of local artists,” said Activities Director Justin Churchwell. “Rise, in particular, is a distinguished painter, known throughout the world. We are delighted that she calls The Carrollton home and that she generously shared her beautiful paintings for our exhibit.”
Over the years, Ochsner’s work has included commissioned portraits of Queen Noor of Jordan, chefs Paul Prudhomme and Emeril Lagasse, and all the chefs who have won the Robert Mondavi Culinary Works of Excellence Award. She has had her work exhibited at prestigious galleries and museums worldwide.
Additionally, Ochsner is widely known as having been a talented and well-respected ophthalmologist for many years, and she’s from a highly esteemed family in New Orleans; her father-in-law founded the Ochsner Clinic, which eventually became the flagship hospital of Ochsner Health.
The work of exceptional local artists has been integral to The Carrollton New Orleans since it first opened its doors as a senior-living community. Built in 1855, it was originally a courthouse and then a series of public schools, eventually closing in 2013. In 2022, Liberty Senior Living teamed with Felicity Property Co. to revitalize the building, renovating and expanding it. During the construction, the development partners worked with Arts New Orleans to curate works by local and regional artists to complement the building’s beauty, character, and surroundings. The resulting Carrollton Collection features work by more than 40 local and regional artists.
“The greater New Orleans area has so much to share in terms of culture, history, beauty, vibrancy, and talent,” said Churchwell. “We’re proud to be part of the community and are excited to be able to share our fabulous building and the wonderful artwork! Living here is like living in a magnificent art gallery. We encourage residents of the greater New Orleans area to stop in and see our building, which is a masterpiece in and of itself.”
The Carrollton is located on a 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 onsite 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.