North Shore Artist, George Martin’s Work on Display at First Ipswich Bank’s Gloucester Branch

First Ipswich Bank is pleased to announce that

work by local artist, George Martin, is now on display at its

Gloucester branch – 207 Main Street – through July.

IMG_6340George is an award-winning painter and graphic designer who was born in Massachusetts in 1951 and resides on the North Shore. Graduate of Vesper George School of Art, Boston, he studied under Robert Douglas Hunter, Robert Cormier, and Charles Cooper, among other noted Boston artists. He went on to earn a reputation as an outstanding graphic designer at a number of corporations and design firms. Since 2005, George has been as professional painter who has gained increasing recognition for his work. He is an artist member of the North Shore Arts Association and the Rockport Art Association. From 2011-2012, he served on the Board of Trustees as President of the North Shore Arts Association.

As George explains, plein air (open air) painting restores his passion for nature and awakens his senses. Influenced by representational and impressionist styles, his landscapes and other subjects are painted from life, memory and personal references.

“We are so happy to be able to welcome our third local artist exhibit at our Gloucester branch. We hope that everyone will consider stopping in to view this latest display by George Martin.” commented Bank President, Russ Cole.

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About the program:

One artist’s work will be shown every three months; the first installation featured Katherine “Kim” Thayer’s work and Jim Clyde’s work was on display through April. George Martin’s works will be displayed through July 2015.

For more information, please contact Rebecca Sumner, Branch Manager at 978-356-3700, or Beth Taber at 978-356-8120.

First Ipswich Bank has branch offices in Essex, Gloucester, Ipswich, Newburyport and Rowley, Massachusetts – you can find them at www.firstipswich.com.

Cape Ann Arts Events


This calendar is permanently hosted and can be viewed when ever you want at capeanngiclee.com on the ‘events’ page.

To submit entries for this calendar email text only to james@capeanngiclee.com the following:

  • A Title
  • A Date and Time
  • A Place including complete address
  • A Short description (no more than a paragraph)
  • and a link for more info

I post regular Arts related PR and announcements directly to GMG daily,
so send those to me too.

Passport Community Dinner Support’s Cape Ann Special Olympics

Join us for

Passports Restaurant’s Community Dinner Nights!
Tonight We Support Cape Ann Special Olympics 

4 – 9 pm • 3 Course Dinner • $15.00
10% of proceeds goes to Cape Ann Special Olympics
Reservations Requested

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Eric with Tuesday’s Sign

Celebrating 20 years in business we are giving back to the community every Tuesday night.
Full menu also available.

If you would like to inquire about support for your organization, please email us at
passportsrestaurant@gmail.com. We look forward to working with you!

Passports Restaurant
110 Main Street Gloucester, MA 01930
Please call for Reservations: 978.281.3680

paparartzzi: Notes from the Studio  | Spring 2015

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Register now for Spring Classes!

Wellesley Art Society, 90 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA
The Art Spirit  |  May 4, 11, 18 & June 1  |  Mondays 10-1pm

6_w300_h241_s1This class is an atelier experience for the serious student of painting. It offers rigorous instruction in seeing, drawing and painting. We’ll address the correct sequence to working with light and shadow, refining form and shape, and interpreting and understanding color. By mastering the skills of alla prima painting, students progress to create art with depth of purpose and richness in meaning. This class is for students with a working knowledge of the medium and advanced students seeking to improve their skills.
$199. / 4 classes


South Shore Art Center, 110 Ripley Road, Cohasset, MA
Painting from Photos  |  May 8 – 29 Fridays 10-1pm
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In this class, we’ll use photos as an inspiration and raw material to compose stronger, better paintings. A photo reference is a convenient aid to artists, but they can also be a hindrance to developing drawing and painting skills. Source photos provide tremendous visual information; we will look at how to weed out what’s necessary from what’s not, and discuss the benefits of photography as a compositional tool. $145M $190NM 4 classes


North River Arts Society “Focus on Figures”

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Olivia in Kimono, 18×28

I’m happy to have two of my paintings chosen by juror, Johanna Harmon for this Juried Figure & Portrait Exhibit. Guests are welcome to join me at the Opening Reception Friday April 24, 2015 7-10pm. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres & cash bar. NRAS, 157 Old Main Street, Marshfield Hills, MA


Open Studio  |  May 2, 2015,  4 – 6pm

6_w220_h165_s1Please join me in the studio for an afternoon of art, instruction and fun!
I’ll be doing a demonstrating at 5 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Paintings of all sizes and subject matter will be available at studio pricing. Please rsvp to artfulhand@comcast.net or call 781-443-4014.

It’s time to think SUMMER!!!

Take advantage of the Best Deal on the Harbor.

 “Water Shuttle Seasonal Passes” are now available.
Only $50 before June 30th.

email us at harbortours@gmail.com

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The Post where I tie Special Olympics, Fine Dining and Art all together so that it makes sense. #GloucesterMA

My wife, Anna and I have a son, Yianni, who has Down Syndrome so we were happy to hear that Shawn Williamson and Kathy Verga have taken on the herculean task of establishing a Cape Ann chapter of Massachusetts Special Olympics. Currently, they have a track and field team practicing on Saturday mornings at the Gloucester High School. They plan to add soccer for the fall and basketball for the winter. This is huge for all the local athletes who previously had to travel to Peabody or Danvers or further. We are so appreciative of their efforts and hope that the Cape Ann Community will support their efforts.

Eric Lorden, chef and owner of Passports has stepped up to be the first community/business leader to help us with our fundraising efforts – Thank you Eric! As some of you may have heard, Eric has started “Community Tuesdays”, at Passports on Main st. A win – win night for everyone! Diners can choose from several options on a Prix Fix menu, offering 3 courses for $15.00 (regular menu also available) and non-profits get 10% of the nights proceeds. When Eric heard about Cape Ann Special Olympics he offered us two Tuesdays, next Tuesday 4/28 and the following Tuesday 5/5. What an easy and delicious way to raise money!

How does art tie in here? In addition to Community Tuesdays Eric also supports the local community by showing the work of local artists in Passports. The latest show is one, printed at Cape Ann Giclée, for local photographer and FOB Len Burgess. Len’s series of Flower Photography now on display at Passports is beautiful and brings spring back to Cape Ann.

So please come out and get a great meal – popovers included, view Len’s flower photography and support Cape Ann Special Olympics and Community Tuesdays!

What Awesome Weekend Events; We Live in the Best Place on Earth

This calendar is permanently hosted and can be viewed when ever you want at capeanngiclee.com on the ‘events’ page.

To submit entries for this calendar email text only to james@capeanngiclee.com the following:

  • A Title
  • A Date and Start and End Times
  • A Place including complete address
  • A Short description (no more than a paragraph)
  • and a link for more info

I post regular Arts related PR and announcements directly to GMG daily, so send those to me too.

Messy Art Morning at the Lanesville Community Center

20150423_183151-1On Saturday, April 25, from 10-12, there will be a Messy Art Morning at the Lanesville Community Center–8 Vulcan St., Gloucester.

Susan and Cheryl and I are coordinating a fun time of paint and pastels and charcoal and glue!  I also mixed up some homemade play dough this week (it’s non toxic, but you wouldn’t want to eat it 🙂 )

This week, the donation request of three dollars is down to two dollars, as we are laying in some supplies!
For any questions, please email Mary Beth at pereira987@comcast.net

Have a happy art day!
See you there!

Mary Beth

Application Deadline in One Day: Montserrat Summer Immersive Educator Fellowship

Educator Fellowship

WHAT: This year we are pleased to offer the Summer Immersive Educator Fellowship. This is a competitive award given to an educator of exceptional merit who would benefit from joining a studio program for one week of intensive study, and earning Professional Development Points. The award provides full tuition and housing and the option to give an educator’s/artist’s talk; an award valued at $1,300.

WHEN: The fellowship will take place during the Summer Immersive Studio Program, and all week-long courses offered from June 15 to July 10 are eligible. The deadline for submitting an application is April 24. All applicants will be notified of with the award decision by May 8.

WHO: Full-time educators from anywhere are eligible to apply. Secondary and Primary School Educations will be given preference.

HOW: Interested educators may apply for one course only. They must submit an application form, CV and statement describing how attending the Summer Immersive Program will benefit their career as an educator. Please note: Submitting an application to the Fellowship program does not guarantee a space. We will not reserve seats for fellowship applicants. Applicants who plan to attend the Summer Immersive Program regardless are encouraged to register and pay for courses early as seats may fill quickly. If an applicant is accepted for a fellowship, their course tuition will be refunded.

DEADLINE: Fellowship applications are due April 24th. All applicants will be notified of the decision by the week of May 8.

APPLY NOW!

The Cape Ann ‘Visual’ Arts Calendar is coming along. Check It

I will post this calendar on Thursdays so we can schedule our weekend art experience. It is permanently hosted and can be viewed when ever you want at capeanngiclee.com on the ‘events’ page.

To submit entries for this calendar email text only to james@capeanngiclee.com the following:

  • A Title
  • A Date and Time
  • A Place including complete address
  • A Short description (no more than a paragraph)
  • and a link for more info

 

I post regular Arts related PR and announcements directly to GMG daily, so send those to me too.

A Music Post for the “Visual” arts guy!

Sorellanza2015Sorellanza has been entertaining audiences for nine years with an eclectic repertoire. Patti Pike will sing with and direct songs including Good Day Sunshine, Open My Heart, Women Gathering Round, One, Two, Three, Four, and Unchain my Heart . As part of our community outreach program, Sorellanza includes a talented high school singer.. Audiences will enjoy her youthful addition to the Sorellanza sound.

Friday, May 1st at 7:00 p.m.
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
24 Broadway, Rockport

Sunday, May 3rd at 4:00 p.m.
Annisquam Village Church
820 Washington Street, Gloucester

Saturday, May 9th at 7:00 p.m.
Ascension Memorial Church
31 County Street, Ipswich

Sunday, May 10th at 4:00 p.m.
St. John’s Episcopal Church
48 Middle Street, Gloucester

Tickets: $12/$10 Seniors & Students

Powerful Artworks Created by Boston’s Homeless and Disabled Artists

ArtLifting Exhibition at Lexicon Gallery

Dates:
Opening Friday, May 8, 2015, 6-8pm. Artist talk.
Show Saturday May 9 – Sunday June 21

Place:
Lexicon Gallery, 15 Lexington Ave., #1, Magnolia, MA 01930

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“Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day; show him how to catch fish, and you feed him for a lifetime”

Please join us in welcoming ArtLifting to Cape Ann for a celebration of powerful art by homeless and disabled artists. A selection of ArtLifting originals will be hosted by LEXICON GALLERY from May 8 (opening) through June 21. During the opening, one of the artists will be sharing his very powerful story. 

ArtLifting provides artists the opportunity to earn their own income. By earning an income instead of receiving a handout, artists feel empowered which has a domino effect on every aspect of their lives. Artists gain self esteem plus resources which translates into finding housing, gaining employment, and getting out of bed each morning. It creates hope.

Originals, prints, and products such as hand painted cell phone cases will be available.

Don’t miss this inspirational show.

Call for Entry: Gloucester Photography

Where is it?

A photography exhibit of Gloucester

The Matz Gallery Committee of the Lyceum Committee is seeking photographs of hidden corners of Gloucester. Photographs may be of any structure or location as long as it is accessible to the general public.

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All photographs must be of Gloucester.

  • All sites photographed must be visible from public roads or walkways.
  • Minimum size 12″ by 12″ matted and framed.
  • Maximum size 24″ by 20″ matted and framed.
  • Photographers do not have to live on Cape Am
  • Artists may submit up to two (2) images for consideration.

Please send digital photographs to three email addresses: cpark@pobox.com , abckeep@comcast.net, and
spol@earthlink.net.

Please put Gloucester Exhibit in the subject line.

Ifyou cannot send a digital image, please send an email to Matz Gallery Committee, spo2@earthlink.net, and ask to arrange a time to show the committee your work.

Submissions are due by April 23.
Applicants will be notified by May l0 if their work has been selected.

The photographs will be exhibited for the month of June 2015 in the Matz Galiery of the Sawyer Free Library.

New Kid on the Blog

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Hi FOB’s,

I am James Eves, owner of Cape Ann Giclée. Some of you may recognize me from the blog and some from my work with artists and photographers on Cape Ann. I’ve been a huge Friend Of the Blog for several years and some folks have assumed that I am a contributor to the blog because I have been on it so often. However, today is my first day as an actual contributor. Wah-Hoo!

It all happened the other day…

during a little pre-game celebrating for the Bikini Speedo Dodgeball world championship 2015. I mentioned to Joey that I’ve been thinking about creating a calendar for art events on Cape Ann. I want a single place to go on-line to see what is happening over the weekend and alert me on my phone. I have, too often, missed openings for shows that I really wanted to see simply because I didn’t have a convenient way to be reminded of the event. Joey loved the idea and wanted it for his FOB’s. He’s always looking for ways for the folks in his community be well informed.

I had a bit of a buzz on…

and didn’t think about it again, until Joey called today and set me up as a contributor. I am so pumped. I can’t wait to have a single place to see what’s happening in the world of art on Cape Ann and to share it with all you FOB’s.

I’ll be posting art events in two ways

The first will be in the usual manner. I’ll post announcements and press releases straight into the blog.

The second is a public google calendar that I will maintain and is hosted at the Cape Ann Giclée web site on the Cape Ann Art Events page. Submissions for the Calendar must have the following

  • A Title
  • A Date and Time
  • A Place including complete address
  • A Short description (no more than a paragraph)

I hope this calendar will help us all get out and see (and buy) art.