Writer and photographer, Connie Springer’s exhibit, Positively Ninety, Interviews with 28 Lively Nonagenarians is a part of a larger artistic project Connie has been working on since 2007.  This exhibit includes interviews and photographs of 28 “lively” nonagenarians.
When asked what her definition of a nonagenarian actually is, Springer replied, “As most people know, a nonagenarian is a person who has lived into his or her 90s – and based on having interviewed 28 lively nonagenarians, I would say it’s a person who can age with gusto.”

Connie’s quest to learn about how people in their 90s continue to lead resourceful and meaningful lives began three years ago.  She was a seasoned staff writer and photographer for a community magazine, Hyde Park Living, and was  on the lookout for interesting live stories when a friend suggested that she interview her remarkably energetic and agile 90-year old neighbor, June Edwards.    Edwards, a former social worker, created and tended an elaborate flower garden outside her apartment building in Oakley, had a regular regimen of yoga, line dancing, and Tai Chi as well as reading and keeping up with current events. 

The idea meshed perfectly with Springer’s need to explore and put to rest her own skewed view of aging after experiencing her mother’s heart rending descent into dementia and decline after the death of Springer’s father. 
Springer’s interview and photography session with June Edwards lead to a City of Cincinnati Artist’s Grant to complete the body of work now titled Positively Ninety. 

“What’s wonderful about what you’ve done,” the daughter of one nonagenarian told Springer, “is that you make old people look beautiful as well as important. “  After interviewing 28 “lively nonagenarians” Springer observed many of the same personality traits exhibited in each individual.  Included in the exhibit is a component she calls “20 Personality Traits of Lively Nonagenarians”. 

The exhibit will be on display until August 6th.   

Creative Sounding Board
July 13th

7 – 9 pm
5 to 10 minute limit per person

Poets, artists, musicians, story tellers, film makers… present your work! Read a few poems, show a few pieces, or perform a few songs of your own creation. 

A testing ground for original art of all types and skill levels. Artists, poets, musicians, storytellers, film makers! Get feedback, give feedback, or just sit and listen. 

For additional information call:
bills art store at 513-523-8846 and ask for Bill