Bobby writes-
Hey Joey,
I just finished this logo for Chris Orlando and the Gloucester Downtown Association as well.
Bob
Category: Art
Not to Miss Openings this Weekend
The Rocky Neck Gallery is looking incredible this year. Don’t miss the Opening Reception on Saturday, May 25th from 6:00 – 8:00. The same night, Carol McKenna will be having her Opening Reception from 5:00 – 8:00 in the red barn on Madfish Wharf. Rocky Neck as a whole is looking amazingly good this year. All the galleries have amped it up and are totally professional and look great. So put Rocky Neck on your schedule of places to go and things to do this Memorial Day weekend.
Starting off the weekend, make sure you check out the new kids on the block at Madfish Wharf. Liz Sullivan and Jamie O’Neill (and their little 2 year old Owen) will be having their Opening Reception at ZBY Gallery tonight (Friday) from 5:00-10:00pm at Gallery 6 (Joe Weiler’s old gallery and where Aquatro was last year). They have some really fresh and exciting work that you don’t want to miss. Come by and welcome them to Rocky Neck and Madfish Wharf. Afterwards, pop into Madfish Grille and get your groove on with Groove Therapy who have a groovy sound, that will get you movin’ – a great way to warm yourself on a bleaky Friday night. Yes, I said groovy, man.
Also, don’t forget Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester Grand Opening Mug Up Sunday, May 26th from 9:00am until . . .
E.J. Lefavour
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THIS SUNDAY!!!!! Khan Studio and the GMG Gallery Grand Opening Mug Up- DON’T MAKE US COME FIND YOU!!!!
Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester Gallery
2013 Season Grand Opening Mug Up
Sunday, May 26th, 9:00-11:30 or so
77 Rocky Neck Ave., Gallery 3
All are invited and welcome – come for coffee, tea, mimosas, deviled eggs, cheesecake and more. Check out new works by Joey Ciaramitaro, Deb Schradieck, Donna Ardizzoni, Fr. Matthew Green, Craig Kimberly, Kim Smith, E.J. Lefavour and guest artists, Judith Monteferrante and Roger Salisbury.
SNEAK PREVIEW OF WHAT’S IN STORE: In addition to pomegranate mimosas, deviled eggs, key lime and regular cheesecake, special unidentified Sister Felicia treat and Deb Schradieck’s egg and sausage casserole, some early treats got delivered this afternoon. Anne and Bob Kennedy can’t be here tomorrow, so they dropped off a batch of her carmelized bacon with chocolate dipping sauce. Uncle Marty Daley was in the house and got to try some. I bet he’ll be back tomorrow for more. Then Deb dropped off a batch of peanut butter and jelly muffins. I had to try one, just to make sure they were ok for everyone. They are to die for. BEWARE! This Grand Opening Mug Up is not for dieters.
E.J. Lefavour
www.khanstudiointernational.com
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We had fun last night at the origami class at The Hive!
I am working with Art Haven to organize a 4-week series of classes in July. I will post details as soon as we have them!
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Well Lookey Here- Our EJ Is seARTS Artist of The Week!
seARTS Bass Rocks Art Loan Program
An interview with our Artist of the Week, E.J. Lefavour
How do you feel about being chosen for the Bass Rocks Art Loan Program?
Very excited. This opportunity is allowing me to exhibit my work in a venue and to a segment of our population that I may not have been able to reach otherwise (unless they are regulars to Rocky Neck). It is an honor to be in such great creative company, and I am grateful for the opportunity.
Pebble Beach through the Rearview Mirror, Mixed Media Photo Collage,
16" x 20". Click to enlarge.
What is your medium or area of creativity? I am a painter, photographer, writer, illustrator. Most recently I have been working with the over abundance of wonderful photos I have taken over the past few years and incorporating them into unique, three dimentional photo montages, which people are really enjoying. I created about 50 of them over the winter, and the series is called "Gloucester: The Grit and the Glory", since most encompass images of rope, chains, rusted hulls of boats, nets and other images from the working seaport aspect of Gloucester, combined with the glory of that industry and of the natural beauty that surrounds us here, as well as the history.
How long have you been an artist? I have been a working artist since 1991 after leaving the corporate world and making the decision to pursue my art full time.
Where do you get your inspiration? Anywhere and everywhere around me.
Other than the Bass Rocks Golf Club, where can we find your works? At my galler(ies) on Rocky Neck. Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester Gallery at 77 Rocky Neck Ave., Gallery 3 from May 15 to October 15, and at my winter gallery, up the stairs at 1 Wonson Street (behind Sailor Stan’s) from October to April.
What else would you like us to know? I passionately love Cape Ann, Rocky Neck where I now reside year round, Annisquam were I lived in the winter for three seasons, East Gloucester and the Backshore, Eastern Point, paddleboarding, Good Morning Gloucester and all the people associated with it, and all the wonderful people I meet and have met since moving here. I feel very blessed to be here.
Cape Ann going’s on and opportunities for the week…
Call to Artists, Designers & Creatives
seARTS Wearable Arts Group invites you to submit ideas
for this fall’s "Celebrate Wearable Art II!" runway show.
Click here for an application. Deadline is now June 1, 2013.
Opening Reception of Visitors’ Center, Stage Fort Park, Gloucester, May 23
Opening Reception of Rocky Neck Gallery, May 25
Cape Ann TV Annual Meeting, May 28
Cape Ann Artisans 30th Annual Studio Tour, June 22-23
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Anne and Chris Lewis’ Whale…
Finella williams submits-
Good morning Joe,
I hope that you’re doing great. I love your site and must admit I have not subscribed but will do so now!
Anne and Chris Lewis wanted us to share their Whale sculpture with you and Good Morning Gloucester.
They had a little gathering at their home this past Sunday for the purpose of naming the new addition to their family. "Wally" was picked out of the 20 or so names. So, per their request, I’m attaching a photo of Wally the Whale sculpture for you to post on your site.
It’s hand forged/welded and made entirely of Bronze and also has a water feature spouting from top.
Anne and Chris commissioned this piece from local Essex sculptor, Chris Williams (my husband, you probably imagined that).
You can also add his website link if you’d like… www.chriswilliamssculpture.com
Again, the Lewis’ thought that it would be fun to have this on Good Morning Gloucester.
Thanks Joe.
Finella
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Work in your PJ’s
Sue Handman Fabric Collage Gallery on Rocky Neck is looking for an experienced, responsible sewer to do piecework at home. Must have your own machine – zig zag and straight stitches. Fun Work! Must be quick and accurate. Part time, but will be busy this summer. Email: suehandman@yahoo.com
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Origami class at The Hive tonight!
As previously announced, I will be teaching an origami class at the Hive tonight. I can tailor the content to the interests and needs of those present. We can do some nautically themed origami, including a variety of boats, and maybe a sea serpent (as in the photo above).
Or, have you bought an origami book or kit for yourself or a family member, only to have it get dusty on the shelf because no one can figure it out? You are not alone! Bring it to the class, and I can teach the group how to read the diagrams and fold some models from the book! It doesn’t matter how simple or complex the model is – I can help you understand what’s going on. Sometimes, the problem is that the diagrams are poorly done, or just plain wrong. I can help you over those obstacles!
As a final option, if there’s something you’d like to learn how to make, sign up for the course and let me know what you want to learn (and what your skill level is), by commenting on this post or by some other means. I will do my best to find something to suit your interest! I have over 100 origami publications in my personal library, and can also find a variety of instructions on the internet.
I hope to see you there!
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Community Stuff 5/23/13
Gloucester High Schol Lemonade Challenge
Dear Joey,
The Gloucester High School business departmet s doing a "lemonade challenge" based off a challenge from the first season of The Appretice. Each class picks a charty to donate all their profits to. My class, team name is G-Town’s Finest, is trying to raise over $1000 for Autism Speaks.I was wondering if you could post on the Good Morning Gloucester blog asking if any company or person was wlling to donate to the cause. If a company is willing to donate they could contact me at my email below. If any person is willing to donate they could come down to the locations of our lemonade stands. I will know later today where exactly our stands will be located.If you could post on the blog about us that would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Zach Smith
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Vintage Gloucester – Artists at Work
I wonder where this photo was taken, perhaps it was the first Art Colony in Rocky Neck.
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Don’t Miss Momentum Gallery, only in Gloucester for a Short Time!
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The talented Bailey Berry, a student at Gordon College, has put together a pop-up gallery for the next few weeks. The show is curated by Bailey and is comprised entirely of works from fellow students in area colleges Endicott, Montserrat & Gordon. Originally designed to be part of an initiative in Peabody to enliven empty storefronts downtown by placing pop-up galleries and other temporary installations, Bailey had to look for alternatives for the gallery after Peabody pulled the plug on the project. She searched for a home for the Momentum Gallery and found the ideal partner in The Hive here in Gloucester. Peabody’s loss is our gain, as the project features work in a variety of media by young artists offering a fresh perspective.The details:
- The show runs opens this weekend, May 25th, at 6 o’clock at The Hive on Pleasant Street. Some great music is lined up and all this music and art and energy can be experienced for just $5. Or five bux, as they say at The Hive because they are so awesome they just spell stuff phonetically.
- Momentum Gallery will be open 10 to 5, Monday through Friday, and Saturdays by appointment through June 15th. If you would like to partner with Momentum Gallery and donate your services for either the show’s run and or closing party, contact Bailey at momentumpeabody@gmail.com. And for more information on the show itself, the gallery’s partners and blog, please check out the website: www.momentumgallery.weebly.com
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Aquatro Opening
Well Gigi, Stevie and Aquatro Gallery are back, and better than ever in their new location at 77 Rocky Neck Ave. Gallery 4. These are some shots from their opening reception on Friday, May 17th. Aquatro is also carrying a cool Rocky Neck Art Colony bumper sticker, with 50% of proceeds going to benefit the Goetemann Residency Program. Stop in and see Gigi and her gorgeous new gallery soon.
E.J. Lefavour
www.khanstudiointernational.com
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Origami class at The Hive this Thursday!
As previously announced, I will be teaching an origami class at the Hive on Thursday. I will tailor the content to the interests and needs of those present.
For instance, have you bought an origami book or kit for yourself or a family member, only to have it get dusty on the shelf because no one can figure it out? You are not alone! Bring it to the class, and I can teach the group how to read the diagrams and fold some models from the book! It doesn’t matter how simple or complex the model is – I can help you understand what’s going on. Sometimes, the problem is that the diagrams are poorly done, or just plain wrong. I can help you over those obstacles!
Or, we can also simply do some nautically themed origami, including a variety of boats, and maybe a sea serpent!
As a final option, if there’s something you’d like to learn how to make, sign up for the course and let me know today or early on Wednesday what you want to learn (and what your skill level is), by commenting on this post or by some other means. I will do my best to find something to suit your interest! I have over 100 origami publications in my personal library, and can also find a variety of instructions on the internet.
I hope to see you there!
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Fun at Khan Studio and the GMG Gallery
No one can say we don’t have lots of fun at Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester Gallery at Madfish Wharf on Rocky Neck. In case anyone is wondering what the bunch of us are doing – we’re downing these amazing jello shots made by Alicia Penderosa.
The gallery is now open and the first major event will be our Grand Opening Mug Up on Sunday, May 26th from 9:00am-11:30 or so. Most galleries have their openings in the evening so they can feed you lovely little tidbits and ply you with alcohol to entice you to buy something. Since this is Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester Gallery, we’re going for a Good Morning grand opening with deviled eggs, cheesecake and mimosas (in memory of Evelyn), so some plying will take place along with good morning fun and food. There will of course be coffee and tea for those who don’t imbide that early in the day – but as Wendie Demuth always said, it’s 5 o’clock somewhere.
E.J. Lefavour
www.khanstudiointernational.com
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Guest Artists Judith Monteferrante and Roger Salisbury
The first guest artists of the 2013 season at Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester Gallery will be Judith Monteferrante and Roger Salisbury. Their work is already hanging, so stop by any time to check it out. Judith has some amazingly beautiful metal print still lifes, as well as a spectacular canvas giclee closeup photo of a peony, and a lovely bathing nude that you will have a hard time believing is not a pastel painting. Roger’s powerful and moody pastel paintings will captivate and move you. Their opening reception will be on Friday, June 7th from 5:00-8:00pm, so mark your calendars now.
Also, don’t forget the Khan Studio and Good Morning Gloucester Gallery grand opening Mug Up will take place on Memorial Day weekend Sunday, May 26th at 9:00am.
E.J. Lefavour
www.khanstudiointernational.com
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Evening on Pirates Lane
The art of negative thinking
What are your thoughts?
The art of negative thinking
From the PAINTERS KEY;
May 17, 2013
Dear P F,
Recently, I had the opportunity to look over the shoulders of two painters who were giving demonstrations on the same day. The first was almost deliriously positive and bubbly about his work, his wonderful life as an artist and his prior successes. Enthusiastic throughout, he shouted epiphanies and dispensed “empowerment” like rose petals at a wedding.
The second demonstrator spoke less and, when he did, it was mostly about problems he was having with the work–and other more worrisome ones that lay ahead. A couple of times he got himself into trouble–but he scratched his brain and was able to recover. Guess what–the gloomy malcontent did the better painting. We all applauded when he held it up. There were whistles. He didn’t even smile.
This understanding has now been backed up in a new book by former Indiana and Texas Tech college basketball coach Bob Knight, aided by Bob Hammel: The Power of Negative Thinking: An Unconventional Approach to Achieving Positive Results.
“Superiority and success doesn’t favor good effort or self-esteem,” says Knight, “and it definitely doesn’t hand out trophies for participation. The mentally precise and physically fit win, while the mediocre and obtuse take solace in hopeful cliches.”
Bob and Bob have come to the conclusion that if you’re perennially upbeat you’re just setting yourself up for defeat. The positive thinker, they think, has a chronic “no danger ahead” disorder. He’s so busy believing in himself that he’s blindsided by oncoming problems and his own shortcomings.
Success, it seems, favours rigorous self-criticism. Here are some other interesting items I gleaned from the book:
Never gloat. Don’t talk too much. Don’t seek praise. Failure is endemic. Success is being hard to please. Be intolerant of failure. The easiest person to fool is yourself. Know your weaknesses. Be tough. Never let scanty positives override glaring negatives. Don’t be a good loser. Don’t satisfy yourself by just knowing you can do it. Do it. And by the way, keep
God out of your equations:
“So when I hear a guy after a game-winning home run say or gesture that God was on his side,” says Bob Knight, “I think to myself, ‘He’s saying God screwed the pitcher.’ “
Best regards,
Robert Genn
PS: Positive wish: “The sun will come out tomorrow.” Negative reality: “Yeah, and it will flash brand-new daylight on the same old mess unless something is done to clean it up.” (Bob Knight)
click here for more articles from the painters key
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Barbara Moody at the Cape Ann Museum
On May 12 at 2PM, Barbara Moody gave a presentation on “Finding Your Unique Voice as an Artist”. She spoke to a fairly large audience about her own experience as an artist, accompanied by a slideshow illustrating her artistic journey through a wide variety of themes and styles in her work. She also showed a sort of time-lapse video of herself doing a charcoal painting; it was fascinating to watch the work evolve and change radically before our eyes!
Barbara Moody was invited as the Distinguished Artist/Teacher this year for the Goetemann Artist in Residency Program, Rocky Neck Art Colony. Click here for more details about her career and the Goetemann Artist in Residency Program.
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Your Motif No.1 Day Festival Guide HERE on GMG!
Okay, so here goes…Rockport is packed this weekend with activities for residents, visitors, and people in every other category. Not sure what is going on when? Keep this post handy, because it will guide you through the festivities in the expert way you’ve come to expect from Good Morning Gloucester, your guide to all things local.
Thursday, May 16th at the Blue Lobster Grille in Dock Square
- The Inns of Rockport is sponsoring a DineAround at the Blue Lobster Grille on Thursday. 20% of the proceeds from your meal will go to support festival programming. The activities at Motif No.1 Day are free, so community fundraisers are an important part of keeping the festival alive in Rockport. Come out and enjoy a great meal while supporting a good cause!
Friday, May 17th at the Rockport Community House
- Brown bag community supper, 5K race packet pickup & Motif 1 Short Film Festival Screening. Bring your supper (optional) to enjoy with friends and neighbors while checking out our 45-minute screening of short films. And if you’re registered for the Motif 1 Day 5K, you can pick up your race packet and number too! Filmmaker Emile Doucette will be on hand to talk about his work and his short film “Homemade Parade” which captures the unique spirit of Cape Ann.
Saturday, May 18th throughout downtown Rockport
The big day! Here is a downloadable schedule of events, or go to www.rockportartfestivals.com. Read on for the list of the day’s events, and whether you check out art, dance, film, poetry, the race, live music, theater or ALL of it, you are sure to have a good time! See you downtown for Motif No.1 Day!
Motif No. 1 Day Schedule of Events: May 18th, 2013
9 am – 10:30am
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The Motif No. 1 Day 5K & Fun Run to benefit Rockport Public Schools Health & Wellness programs! Sponsored by Rockport Public Schools.
10 am – 5 pm
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Art & Flowers at the Rockport Art Association. Floral arrangements inspired by works of art at this RAA-sponsored event.
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Shopping Scavenger Hunt. Over 60 shops participating in a fun scavenger hunt for special Motif No. 1 Day weekend promotions. Organized by La Provence, 4 Main Street.
10:30 am – 12 noon
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Instrument Petting Zoo at the Old Firehouse Trust. Sponsored by Rockport Music.
11 am – 5 pm
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Kids’ Art Zone in Harvey Park. Motif-y graffiti, coloring pages, lobster toss & more.
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Rockport Elementary School Art Show in the Old Firehouse Trust.
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Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest throughout downtown. Registration located at the corner of School & Main Streets. Sponsored by Rockport National Bank.
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Dock Square Chowder Stand serving chowder from Nate’s at Front Beach A percentage of proceeds support 2013 festival programming.
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New Year’s Rockport Eve Food Booth in Harvey Park. Proceeds support 2013 New Year’s Rockport Eve programming.
11 am
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Vision, Light & Motif No.1: a free presentation by the photographer and historian Les Bartlett at the Rockport Art Association, Hibbard Gallery.
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Rockport Dance Academy performs in Dock Square.
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Singer Michael O’Leary & harper Carol McIntyre in Harvey Park.
12 pm
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The Sturdy Oaks in Dock Square. A lively mix of bluegrass & Americana.
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Singer-songwriter Courtney Reid on Bearskin Neck.
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Rockport School Band Concert in Harvey Park.
12 pm – 2 pm
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Dora Tevan, Puppeteer & Storyteller in Barletta Park (next to Harvey Park) sharing Cape Ann’s heritage and folklore.
12 pm – 4 pm
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The Evolving Mural in Harvey Park with several artists passing the paintbrush to create a piece together.
1 pm
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The Sturdy Oaks on Bearskin Neck. A lively mix of bluegrass & Americana.
1:30 pm
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Fight or Flight Aerial Theatre Co. in Dock Square. Sponsored by Brothers’ Brew Coffee Shop.
2 pm
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Alek Razdan & the A-Train Orchestra on Bearskin Neck.
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The Rockport Legion Band in Harvey Park.
2:15 pm
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Fight or Flight Aerial Theatre Co. in Dock Square. Sponsored by Brothers’ Brew Coffee Shop.
3 pm
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Motif 1 Short Film Festival Screening in the Old Firehouse Trust.
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Fight or Flight Aerial Theatre Co. in Dock Square. Sponsored by Brothers’ Brew Coffee Shop.
3:30 pm
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Rockport School Bands & Ensemble in Harvey Park.
4 pm
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Singer-songwriter Brad Byrd in Dock Square.
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Words Before Dinner literary event at the Old Firehouse Trust. Original poems inspired by life on Cape Ann. Twin Lights Soda, a Cape Ann original, will be on hand.
4:30 pm
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Photographer Thi Linh Wernau shares excerpt from her “You Are Beautiful” photography project. Books available, with all net profits benefiting at-risk children and veterans’ programs.
5 – 5:30 pm: A Community Festival Finale
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Vintage Rockport on Film. From the collection of Pierce Sears of the Thomas Wilson Beverage Co. Located at the Old Firehouse Trust. Sponsored by the Twin Lights Beverage Co. with complimentary Twin Lights soda available at the screening.
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The News from Madfish Wharf
Well the time is here, in spite of recent frosty days and nights. A new season is upon us and lots of great things are planned this year on Madfish Wharf, starting this Thursday. Have you been salivating for some of Jordan’s amazing sushi or other tasty fare from Madfish Grille? Well you’re in for a big surprise. The Madfish has been majorly spruced up and redecorated with some amazing work by Ben McAdam, in addition to an expanded sushi bar. They are opening this Thursday, May 16th, so come on by and satisfy your tastebuds.
Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester will be opening for the season on Thursday as well, so come by and check out all the great new work by Joey C. and GMG contributors Donna Ardizonni, Fr. Green, Craig Kimberly, Kim Smith and Paul Morrison, as well as Deb Schradieck, Judith Monteferrante, Roger Salisbury and your’s truly. We will be having a Grand Opening Mug Up on Sunday, May 26th. Mark your calendars now so you don’t miss it.
Aquatro Gallery sneak preview. Gigi Mederos and Stevie Black are back and they are taking no prisoners. This year, look for Aquatro at Gallery 4 (next door, where Wendie Demuth Photography was the past two years). In addition to Gigi’s and Stevie’s work, they will also be carrying Ben McAdam, Mary Bowles, Bella & Me, to name just a few. Do not miss.
Carol McKenna has taken the plunge and opened her own gallery in the red barn which was previously Sigrid Olsen’s Isla. Carol is having her opening on Saturday, May 25th from 5:00-8:00pm, so mark your calendar now for her champagne and chocolate opening.
Since Carol has decided to open her own space, she is looking for someone to take her guest artist space at Khan Studio July 27-August 9 (super prime time). If you are interested in taking this exhibit time, email me at khanstudio@comcast.net.
Caroline Kwas is back with her Intimate Landscapes Gallery at G4 and is now open.
Looking forward to seeing you all on Rocky Neck this year. And on your way to Madfish Wharf, don’t miss all the other galleries that are now open on Rocky Neck, and get yourself some yummy ice cream at Kiss on the Neck.
E.J. Lefavour
www.khanstudiointernational.com
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