Category: Art

Did You Know? (Prague meets Gloucester)

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Goetemann Artists in Residency Program

That this is the 8th year of the Goetemann Residency Program?  The quality of the applications submitted continues to rise and there has been an increase in our geographical range.  Applicants come not only from the Boston area, state of MA and New England, but now there are many more national and international candidates.

Painter Viktor Valasek is a native of Czechoslovakia and has a Master’s Degree from the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague. He studied at Cooper Union in NYC in 2009 and his work from that time was included in an Exchange Students Exhibition. He has had numerous solo and group exhibitions including at Trafo Gallery and AVU gallery both in Prague. He is currently a resident artist at Meetfactory, a center of contemporary art in Prague.

Do take the opportunity to visit the Goetemann Residency this month and meet the current resident artist, Victor Valasek from Prague, Czech Republic.  Victor is charming, worldly and inspired, and his work will definitely make you stop and think.  The series he is working on during his month-long stay on Rocky Neck is of paintings over other works, thereby recycling something no longer wanted.  A number of the canvases were donated by artists on Rocky Neck of paintings that we no longer wanted and were willing to “throw away”.  Instead they have become something new and wonderfully incorporated into a Victor Valasek painting.  Having had the opportunity to paddleboard one night with Victor and get to know him a little, and then to visit him at the residency, I can certainly say that he is one young man you do not want to miss the opportunity of meeting, and of seeing his work.  He is at the Residency located at Kismet Wharf, 51A Rocky Neck Ave. most afternoons.  His studio talk will be on Wednesday, October 3 at 7:00 pm.   You can see more of his work on his website at www.viktorvalasek.com.

E.J. Lefavour

Slivers of early reflected sunlight

Posted on by Matthew Green

Early sunlight glints off the metal cross on the steeple of St. Ann’s Church.

– Fr. Matthew Green

 

Gloucester Art News From Catherine Ryan

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Gloucester Art news 1: Wednesday September 26th

Gloucester is gearing up to become the first town in MA to be awarded 2 Cultural Districts. Rocky Neck Art Colony Cultural District is flying! Amazing seARTS— a committed partner for ALL the regional cultural districts–has graciously invited the volunteers hustling for a DOWNTOWN Gloucester Cultural District to give a brief update at the seARTS meeting this coming Wednesday at Sawyer Free Library, 4PM. Please stop by. (While you’re there: have a peek at the Sawyer Free Library 2012 Art Auction and see the neighborhood quilt project!) Contact: Judith Hoglander,  judith@nii.net.

Gloucester Art news 2: Tuesday, October 2nd, 7PM, City Hall

The exciting process for commissioning NEW public art for the Gloucester HarborWalk is off and running! At the direction of Mayor Carolyn Kirk and the Community Development Department, the Gloucester Committee for the Arts has been asked to plan and implement the process for selecting a work, or works, of public art to be installed that were inspired by Gloucester and the HarborWalk.

Gloucester’s Committee for the Arts is hosting a dynamic introduction session and encourages you to attend. Committee members suggest that people, “Please come a bit early to bring and pin up any image of public art that you are (or aren’t) keen for, so that we can assemble a lively backdrop for the evening’s discussions.” City Hall’s stellar murals will inspire and connect us, too.

The session is designed for artists who may be considering responding to the City’s eventual request for submissions. Come to learn about the selection process, review general guidelines, hear themes of the architect’s vision, view examples of other public art installations, and be part of the unfolding plans. This is to be public art created for our unique environment and the artist’s response to it.

You don’t have to be an artist to come. Hearing and participating in the discussions about ideas for art in the public realm are part of the pleasures of seeing commissioned projects brought to completion. This process will occur over a period of many, many months and involve visits, interactions and working in conjunction with many. The ideas and debates around art, public space, and culture add enormously to our enjoyment and our community –and are already very Gloucester . Be part of it!

For those unable to attend or who have questions, visit www.ghwalk.org or email gharborwalk@gmail.com (subject line public art)

Pathways "A Place at the Table" Gala Tables From Diane Anderson

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Stephanie Terelak’s table for Pathways "A Place at the Table" Gala

2 tables done by Stephanie Terelak for the Pathways Gala and auction on Friday 11/9 at Cruise port Gloucester.

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Loren Doucette putting the finishing touches on the table she has painted for the Pathways Gala celebration and auction  “A Place at the Table” to be held

Friday  November 9 at Cruise port Gloucester.

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Jan Charles has painted a table for the Pathways gala and auction “A Place at the Table” to be held Friday, November 9 at Cruiseport Gloucester.

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The HarvestFest Poster is Here!

Posted on by S.D. Kelly

It’s less than three weeks away, so make your plans now to come to Rockport’s HarvestFest celebration on October 13th. And just to add to the anticipation, here is the 2012 HarvestFest poster, designed by Darren Mason with additional credit going to Nina Samoiloff — and artwork by George Anderson of course!

The HarvestFest website: https://sites.google.com/site/rockportharvestfest/

Neighborhood Quilts From Ann Kennedy

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Saw the 8 marvelous quilts hanging in the Sawyer Free Library… each representing the special ethos and heritage of a Gloucester neighborhood.  My photos do not do justice, but all 8 quilts are really delightful!  As one who loves to walk Gloucester, they are really a treat and so representative of community pride.

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Crosses at sunrise

Posted on by Matthew Green

Crosses on the bell towers of Our Lady of Good Voyage church, at dawn (photographed from the roof of the rectory of St. Ann’s church).

– Fr. Matthew Green

 

John Caggiano paints for Pathways " A Place at the Table" Event.

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hello Joey

John Caggiano is one of 16 Cape Ann artists who are painting parsons tables to be auctioned at the
“A Place At The Table” gala celebration to benefit Pathways children on Friday, November 9th at Cruiseport Gloucester.

I am  volunteer working on the publicity committee for this event.   I am hoping you will be interested in posting the different tables on Good Morning Gloucester.   This would be a wonderful way to get some exposure for the artists, Pathways, and our event.

Thank you so much.

Sunrise reflected off the old convent

Posted on by Matthew Green

 

 

This building is the old convent at St. Ann’s, currently the offices for Holy Family Parish.

– Father Matthew Green

Community Stuff 9/22/12

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the excitement!  Celebrate at Wellspring’s 2nd Annual Benefit Concert on October 4th at Rockport’s Shalin Liu Performance Center.  The concert will feature Grammy Award winners Joan Osborne and Paula Cole.  JOAN OSBORNE

Osborne who is best known for her smash hit, “One of Us”, has sold millions of albums and is currently in the midst of a national tour which includes performances from her recently released seventh album. Paula Cole

Cole also continues to write, produce and record critically acclaimed albums. The pairing of the two talented musicians promises to be a one-of-a- kind evening.  Don’t wait — get your tickets now! Tickets are $200 each (includes pre-concert reception) and are available at www.wellspringhouse.org or by calling (978) 281-3558 ext. 301. 

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Fisherman and supporters of Scott Brown are holding a reception with U.S.
Senator Scott Brown at the Gloucester House Restaurant Friday October 12,
2012 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
A buffet of local seafood donated by fisherman from up and down the coast
will be served. Come enjoy some fresh seafood including Haddock, Cod,
Calamari and more.
For tickets or more information contact the following
Joe Orlando  508 284 4479
Albert Cottone 508 284 9941
Susan Sandler 508 954 7568

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Gallery Hours

Mon – Sat 10am to 5pm

Sunday 12pm to 5pm

For more information please visit:

www.nsarts.org

North Shore Arts Association

Celebrating Sinikka Nogelo’s new show at EJ Kahn Gallery From Tom Tom Halsted

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Joey, Here are Joy Halsted and Sinikka Nogelo

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Ellen Gabin, Joy, Sinikka and Joy Dai Buell at Sinikka’s opening at EJ’s gallery on Sunday night

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Thomas Philbrook & Sylvia Harper at the Rockport Art Association!

Posted on by S.D. Kelly

Don’t miss this show – up for two weeks and then it’s gone!  The opening is September 30th, which will provide a great chance to see the artists.

Community Stuff 9/21/12

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Captains Courageous Festival Saturday September 22, 2012

For more info-

www.captainscourageousfestival.org

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Rose Baker Center News

Hi Joey,
At one time you told me to send information for you to post especially about our Art program at the Rose Baker Senior Center.  I am finally getting to
e-mail you with three important articles of information if you could please post on your site.  I know how popular your site is and helpful:
I hope that you will come and visit our Art Program and see the quilts in progress, you will be pleasantly surprised.  8 of them are on display right now at the Sawyer Library. They are beautiful.

Free Flu Vaccination Clinic at the Rose Baker Senior Center
On Thursday, September 20, the Cape Ann Emergency Planning Team and the Cape Ann Boards of Health will
offer free flu vaccinations at the Rose Baker Senior Center  9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  for all Cape Ann residents age 6 months and older.
Please wear a short sleeve shirt and bring your insurance card.

Fewer Falls, Safer Seniors Program
Because falls are among the most frequent and preventable causes of injury, and a threat to the health and independence of older adults, the V.N.A. Care Network will present a series of seven week sessions at the Rose Baker Senior Center starting Monday, September 24 through November 9, 2012.  VNA Care Network Fall Prevention Experts, nurses and physical therapists will provide this program free of charge.  Registration for the seven week program or for just some of the session is at the senior center, 978 281-9765, or Maureen Sendrowski, RN, MPH, VNA Care Network at 1-888-663-3688  ext 5603 
The program will combine talks, health screenings, checklists, handouts, demonstrations and more to help you identify your own personal risks, learn prevention strategies, and take charge of your health.  Participants will be entered into a raffle to receive an American Express Gift Card and other prizes.
September 24    10:00 – 11:00    Falls and our Risks
October      1    10:00 – 12:00    Osteoporosis Screenings
October      15    10:00 – 11:00      Exercise
October      11    10:00 – 12:00      Orthostatic BP Screenings
October      29    10:00 – 12:00      Balance Screenings
November    5    10:00 – 12:00      Medication Review
November    9    10:00 – 11:00      Making fall Prevention Work for You
VNA Care Network offers this program free thanks to funding from Tufts Health Plan Foundation. 

Medication Disposal Drop-Off Day
On Saturday, September 29, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., parking lot of the Rose Baker Senior Center you will have the opportunity to dispose of unused,
expired, and unwanted medications.  Properly disposing of drugs saves the environment, children, pets and others from getting them.

GHS Boys Soccer Plant Sale Fundraiser

Support GHS boy’s soccer and attend the Big Fall Plant sale  tomorrow, Saturday Sept 22nd 8-2pm in downtown Gloucester at St Peters Square.

Mums, asters, daisies and lots more to chose from….stop by and show your support for GHS athletics!!!

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The News From Rocky Neck via Judy Robinson Cox

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Cape Ann Artisans Columbus Day Weekend Invitation

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Fall Open Studios
Cape Ann Artisans
Columbus Day Weekend
Invitation
Visit their studios for the 29th Open Studio Tour over the Columbus Day Weekend
Saturday, October 6th through Monday, October 8th
from 10am to 5 pm each day

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Bring friends and family to visit the studios and meet the 21 Cape Ann Artisans. Make a day of it! Enjoy the extraordinary beauty of our coastline and sample our local seafood.

21 Professional Cynthia Curtis at work Artists

Pottery, painting, sculpture, photography, mosaics, jewelry, hand made glass beads, and weaving. Demonstrations of working processes during the tours.

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www.capeannartisans.com has information, a map, a copy of the brochure, a list of the artists and examples of their work.

Lane’s Cove Watercolor By Jill Demeri To Benefit Lane’s Cove Fish Shack Restoration

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Barb Jobe writes-

I have attached a picture of the painting by Jill Demeri .  It is a whimsical painting of Lanes Cove done in watercolor.   We had it priced at the silent auction starting at $1400.00, but we would settle for Best Offer.  The painting measures 48 1/2 inches by 5′ 5".  I hope we get some interest in this painting.  You can have people call me if they are interested at (978) 283-9311.  It would look great in a local restaurant.  Write it up any way you see fit.  Thank you for volunteering to post it on Good Morning Gloucester.

Barb

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Artist on Art: Clarke on Fitz Henry Lane and William A. Ellwell

Posted on by capeannpainter

From Deb Clarke;

I repaired the box.  The glass is plexi, it is pitted, scratched with mildew stains.  the box lining is warped.  the posters continue to shrink.  the bottom was coming apart, i screwed it back together.  wiped off a crust of pollen and grime.  gave it a wash of slow set gilder’s oil.  gave it a speed dry with the hot sun.  laid down aluminum leaf.  burnished the leaf to an almost hard tack (t?); rubbed in non oxidizing gold dust, light sipe with a milky tacky brush.  laid down more aluminum leaf.  inscribed sharpie drawing.  i saw the silhouette of gloucester in the leaf, then signed it.  one more burnish. done.  the only audience?  a man taking a deep lumbering nap on the rise behind me.

best,  deb.                                               http://debbieclarke.blogspot.com/

update From Deb Clarke;

Hi there! when i got to work yesterday Ed Collard was talking with Fred Bodin.  I reminded Ed the ‘fix it’ man about the bottom falling out of that information box at the Gordon Thomas Park.  He had me remind him of what it was.  Anyway, when I walked home from work yesterday I noticed that it was fixed!  Awesome.
Oh, and the art work is of use to someone, as I saw a man stop at it (i was so excited, he’s going to look…or is he going to paint?  he had some bags with him, i was about to take a picture) nope…he was just using the pedestal as a place to balance the trash bag so that he could put a knot in the bag.  then he dumped his trash in Public waste bin.  oh, well.  Vincent Ferrini once wrote a letter to Gloucester “use your artists.”  i guess gloucester finally does. hahahah

Deb