Stefanie Limberg, from the management team of the Regional Diakonie Hochtaunus, is responsible for the art and culture project “The Open Studio”. She manages public relations and integration of the open studio into the existing offerings of the psychosocial center in Wehrheim. It promotes opportunities for people with and without disabilities to meet.

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Esther Scholz-Zerres, Artist and art therapist, works as coordinator and artistic director in the open studio. She offers three-hour sessions every day except Fridays (see timetable) in which she offers technical and design support. She regularly conducts art therapy, topic-related group workshops that are intended to promote working with inner images. "The focus is always on the joy of experimentation, not the finished artwork. No prior experience is necessary to participate in the studio. The various painting techniques offer individual opportunities to express oneself according to personal preferences. Besides the artistic activity itself, I value the sense of community within the group and a relaxed and positive atmosphere while working. Sharing ideas and providing mutual support also foster the creative process." For many years, Ms. Scholz-Zerres has maintained a puppet theater in the studio, which successfully stages its own plays and invites audiences to the performances.

Simona Hoffmann-Sut, Social worker, leads the writing workshop and supports clients in coordinating applications and communication between the authorities and the studio. She accompanies and advises clients on all administrative issues.

Andreas Hett, Artist and art therapist, works as a freelancer in the open studio and runs two events per week (see timetable). He supports the participants in trying out various techniques, such as printmaking, painting and drawings. Twice a year, Mr. Hett offers sculpting workshops in his workshop in Oberursel, where you can work with soapstone, wood, Ytong and metal.

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Susanne Epple, Music educator, guitar teacher, leads the music workshop. She has formed a group of singers into a small choir that practices a variety of songs and songs. The choir sometimes performs in day care centers and is an important part of the puppet theater. Ms. Epple works as a guitar teacher at various music schools and is part of the European Lute Orchestra and the Hessian "Zupforchester".

Kristina Becker, An artist and art therapist, she works as coordinator and artistic director of the Open Studio. She offers three-hour workshops on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, providing individualized support for developing each participant's artistic style. (See schedule.) "No prior experience is necessary. My approach is supportive and resource-oriented. By helping participants discover their own creative potential, I aim to foster a joy in creating, promote self-discovery, and enhance their ability to act." The new Friday workshop from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM offers the opportunity to learn and explore various artistic techniques, particularly experimental printmaking and drawing. Of course, participants are also welcome to work on their own artistic projects during this time." These workshops complement and enrich the existing program.