There are several beautiful antique cameras at Main Street Art and Antiques. I doubt they are functional but for camera bugs like me they are beautiful to look at.
This one was marked $46 click the pics for larger versions
Category: Art
What to do Today
Today’s a great day to tour the Art Gallery’s on Cape Ann. What else is there to do on a warm Drizzly, Foggy almost Summer Day? Boating, Beach, Cookouts? Maybe Next weekend.
Take a walk thru Downtown Gloucester, Rockport, Rocky Neck and check out all the talented Cape Ann artists.
Go visit a gallery today, take some pictures and send them in to GMG to be posted.
Visit John Nesta and see his Beautiful Paintings Of Cape Ann at his Gallery on Rocky Neck.
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Martha Hale Harvey
I was talking to Jane Enos from the Beacon yesterday about some old WPA photos of Gloucester fishermen included in the Library of Congress. I didn’t have much luck finding those photos, but I did find several by this woman. Her prints can be found in museums throughout the country.
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John N. Morris Alone At Sea Book Signing At Sawyer Free Library Slide Show By David Cox
Jeff Weaver- Gloucester Artist Interviews Parts I, II and III
Due To A Large Number of Folks Asking To See All Of The Jeff Weaver Video Interviews In One Place I Created This Post To Combine Them-
Part I
Part II
Part III
Hope You Enjoy Listening To Jeff’s Insights Into Gloucester, His Approach To Painting and Speak About His Influences As Much As I Enjoyed Conducting The Interview
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Youth Summer Art Exploration Program From Kathy Gentile Roberts
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Art in the Barn- Today through Sunday
The Essex County Greenbelt is hosting Art in the Barn Today through Sunday at the Cox Reservation in Essex. Over 150 artists displayed in three of their buildings. This morning already was a great turn out. Beautiful pieces of jewelry, pottery, sculpture and paintings are on display. The artists donate 50% of sales to the greenbelt.
Open Today 9:30am-4pm
Saturday 9:30am-6pm
Sunday 10:00am-4pm
Here are some pics from this morning:
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The News From Rocky Neck via Judy Robinson-Cox
T H E N E W S F R O M R O C K Y N E C K
Go to mail.rockyneckartcolony.org if you are having trouble viewing this email.
ON THE NECK | MEMBER NEWS | OPPORTUNITIES/CLASSES | KUDOS | CALENDAR
On the Neck
Through June 16: Passions by Ed Touchette
Passions, three large canvases by Ed Touchette are currently on exhibit in the Ann Fisk Room
at the Rocky Neck Gallery through June 17.
6:30pm, Wednesday, June 16: Paint Factory Community Meeting
Hear it from the Horse’s Mouth! Join Ocean Alliance’s Iain Kerr and Patrick Woods for an informal discussion on schedule, status and plans for Ocean Alliance’s ongoing restoration of the historic Tarr & Wonson Paint Manufactory at 6:30pm on Wednesday, June 16 at the Rocky Neck Gallery, 53 Rocky Neck Ave.
Since acquisition of the Paint Manufactory, the Ocean Alliance team has been working diligently to conduct all necessary background work in preparation for the restoration—cleanup and remediation, site visits, inspections, initial permitting, design, etc.
As of June 1st, on-site work has begun—come join the gang to learn more about short-term and long-term goals and share your thoughts on the project. We look forward to seeing you and discussing the exciting restoration!
June 1 – 30: Ekua Holmes, First Goetemann Artist in Residence
Golden, Collage on paper by Ekua Holmes
Collage artist Ekua Holmes will have open studio hours over the weekend. Hours will be posted outside the Residency Studio, 51A Rocky Neck Ave. She will give a Gallery Talk about the work she did during her residency at 7pm on Tuesday, June 29 at the Residency Studio, 51A Rocky Neck Ave.
Weiler Photo Gallery : A Paris Portfolio
Paris Metro, photograph by Joseph Flack Weiler
The Weiler Photo Gallery Exhibiting “A Paris Portfolio” through August.
Please visit us on weekends or by appointment or check out “A Paris Portfolio” on our website.
77 Rocky Neck Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930
Phone: 978-281-6443 e-mail: WeilerPhotoGallery@comcast.net
Wedding Season
at the
SIGRID OLSEN art gallery
Personalized Wedding Alphabet : Insert specially chosen words for your bride and groom for a very special gift. Hand-painted and signed by Sigrid Olsen. 8×10 framed artwork $200
Kissing Fish Handle Platter $90
Kissing Fish Matching Mugs 2/$60
Kissing Fish tall latte mugs 2/$70
MEMBER NEWS
North Shore Arts Association
The North Shore Arts Association is currently showing its second Members’ Exhibition of the season June 5th through August 1st.
In addition to the Members’ Exhibition, there is a solo exhibition of paintings by Charles Shurcliff from June 5th through June 23rd.
Also from June 5th through June 23rd a solo exhibition of small paintings by Claudia Kaufman is on display.
Upcoming Events
Two new Featured Artist Exhibitions will be on display from June 23 until July 11. Mark Shasha’s paintings will be exhibited in the Gordon Grant Room. The Artist Reception will be held Sunday, June 27 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.
Pamela Giarratana will display Small Works.
Rockport Drydock by Pam Giarrantana
North Shore Arts Association has a thriving artist membership of over 350 contemporary artists recognized nationally and worldwide. They come not only from Cape Ann, but throughout North America. In addition to the exhibitions, NSAA offers a diverse schedule of workshops and demonstrations, which are listed in the Opportunities/Class section below.
KUDOS
Orleans in Concert by Marilyn Swift
Marilyn Swift was recently awarded the Aldro Hibbard Award for her painting Orleans in Concert
in the Exhibition II exhibit at the North Shore Arts Association.
Nesting by Dale Blank
Dale Blank‘s photograph Nesting was accepted into the "Bird…watching" show
at Gallery Della-Piana, Wenham May 20-July 24.
Opportunities / Classes
Summer Pottery Classes
Cynthia Curtis Potter, 80 Pigeon Hill Street, Rockport (978) 546-6186
CURRENT OPENINGS FOR THE NEXT SESSION: July 5 – August 21, Sign up now!
- Monday kid’s class with Margie Malley and Sami Steer: 9:00 – 10:30
- Wednesday a.m. adult class with Cynthia Curtis: 9:00 – 12:00
- Thursday p.m. adult class with Cynthia Curtis: 6:00 – 9:00
- Friday a.m. adult class with Anni Melancon: 9:00 – 12:00
Classes are available to all levels of experience. Each session covers throwing pots on the wheel, handbuilding, and glazing. Students work at their own pace supported by individualized instruction.
Private lessons * Independent Study Program * Retail Gallery.
Please call (978) 546-6186 for more information or visit website, www.cynthiacurtispottery.com
North Shore Arts Summer Workshops
Laurie Bryce – June 3 – “One-Day Website” *10:00am-3:00pm Do you wish you had your own website so you could easily showcase your artwork for galleries, exhibitors, and clients? Come to this hands-on demonstration and workshop to learn how to put your artwork online. See how creating a website is inexpensive, easy and fun! No technical or web skills needed. Limit 10.
Member $75 Non-Member $85
Elizabeth Harty – June 5, 6 – “Acrylics with Mixed Media” Ths class will focus on the exploration of personal vision in a series. Using color, collage, mark making techniques, simplification and abstraction, students will learn to find joy in experimenting. They will expand their artistic perspective and learn new ways of working. Limit 12.
Member $150 Non-Member $170
Bea Pappas – June 16, 17, 18, 19 – “Layering with Mixed Media” Students will “layer” over texture and stampings. Acrylics will be used to create texture and students will make their own stamps. Nothing is ever wasted working in this manner. This class is a perfect continuation of Pappas’ Pouring Workshop, but it is not necessary to have previous experience. Open to students of all levels of experience. Limit 10.
Member $300 Non-Member $340
Peter Spataro – June 22, 23, 24 – "Plein Air Workshop" This workshop is designed for all media painters. It will be especially beneficial for watercolor painters who have felt the urge to try acrylics. On the first day, Spataro will demonstrate the use of acrylic as a watercolor, on watercolor paper. Over the next two days students will use acrylic on canvas; however all are encouraged to use any medium regardless of what is demonstrated each day. Limit 15.
Member $225 Non-Member $255
Larry & Judy Pumfrey – June 24, 25, 26 – “Expressive Paintings – How to Paint with Feeling” Loosen up your painting! Gain painting insights from this dynamic duo who will demonstrate their approach on how to observe and interpret subject matter. Learn the skill of oil painting, a process that starts with big shapes, setting the stage for an intuitive interpretation of subject matter and expressing feelings with impact. Limit 12. www.pumfreygallery.com
Member $225 Non-Member $255
Barbara Donnelly – June 25, 26, 27 – “Capture the Moment” Watercolor Plein Air Workshop In this three-day plein air workshop each student will learn to “capture the moment” with light and shade. Light is what defines the objects in space. The luminous Cape Ann light on the harbor and landscape is glorious! There will be watercolor demos on site, covering composition, values and color. An award-winning artist and popular teacher with her studio on Gloucester harbor, Donnelly will advise students at their easels with an emphasis on individuality. To help students learn to judge their own work, there will be a positive group critique. Limit 12. www.barbaradonnelly.com
Member $225 Non-Member $255
John Caggiano – July 9, 10, 11 – “Painting from the Heart and the Head” This workshop is geared to all levels of artistic ability. It will concentrate on drawing, composition, design, color and value. Caggiano will endeavor to have each student utilize inner talent and perception to grow and develop his/her artistic abilities. The day will begin on location with a painting demonstration that will emphasize the essential elements of composing a successful painting en plein air. Caggiano will then circulate among the group and help each student successfully meet the challenge of interpreting the chosen subject matter. To emphasize a painting principle, mini demonstrations may occur. At the end of the painting day the class will meet for a group critique. Limit 18. www.johncaggiano.
Member $225 Non-Member $255
Dennis Poirier – July 12, 13, 14 – "Color Vibrations in Oil and Acrylic" In this workshop Dennis Poirier works with each individual to establish the simple shapes in a motif and to understand that a good concept leads to good picture making. Students will learn to understand the process of painting on location and gain knowledge of techniques, and the control of the mediums (oil and acrylic). Limit 10. www.dennispoirierstudio.com
Member $225 Non-Member $255
Ellen Rolli – July 14 & 15 – “Big Color, Bold Strokes” Acrylic Workshop Artist Ellen Rolli, recently featured in an American Artist Workshop Issue for her bold style and “loosening up” teaching techniques, will instruct in the art of arranging simple still life set-ups and on the second day will discuss outdoor composition and painting. Students will leave this workshop not only feeling educated but truly inspired! Limit 14. www.ellenrolli.com
Member $150 Non-Member $170
Susan Daly – July 16 & 17 – “Monotypes with a Plexiglas Plate” Students will savor the “Joy of Monotypes!” in this two-day workshop exploring water-based printing inks, water-soluble oils and watercolor. Daly will demonstrate all mediums as students work from their previous completed paintings, photos or their imagination to create unique images with this hand-pulled process. Limit 10.
Member $150 Non-Member $170
Steve Kennedy – July 19, 20, 21 – “Perspectives – Painting the Streets of Gloucester” *9:30 am-3:30pm Learn how to see light and shade as it relates to architecture, along with a focus on proper perspective and drawing. Paint right on the streets of East Gloucester in this three-day workshop with award winning artist, Steve Kennedy. In a pragmatic, yet appreciative approach, Kennedy wants to bring his students on an exploration of Cape Ann streets as they really are. Limit 15.
Member $225 Non-Member $255
David Curtis – July 21, 22, 23 – “Understanding Light” David Curtis will use his 35 years of plein air painting experience to instruct a plein air oil painting landscape workshop. The focus will be on understanding and interpreting the effect of light on a chosen subject. Individual days will be given to studying and practicing back light and front light and the impact each has on landscape painting. Limit 15. www.davidpcurtis.com
Member $225.00 Non-Member $255.00
Andrew Anderson-Bell – July 23 – “Landscape Painting in Pastel” This pastel workshop will focus on landscape painting working in the studio from photographs, memory and imagination. Emphasis will be placed on composition, values and light. Andrew will share his different techniques using pastel paper, tools and materials. Students will receive individual attention at their easels, as well as demonstrations and critiques. Limit 15.
Member $75 Non-Member $85
Charles Gruppé – July 30, 31, Aug 1 – “Plein Air Painting” Award winning Artist Charles Gruppé is offering a three-day landscape and marine painting workshop in oil and acrylic. Gruppe shares his unique techniques using a palette knife and brush in a rapid wet-on-wet approach to achieve a controlled, impressionistic style painting. For beginning to advanced students, daily instruction includes individual assistance and critiques. Limit 18. www.charlesgruppe.com
Member $225 Non-Member $255
Judythe Evans Meagher – Aug 2 – “Color Mixing with a Limited Palette” Award winning artist Judythe Evans Meagher is offering a special one day workshop. While demonstrations will be done in transparent watercolor, the information presented also applies to opaque media such as oils, gouache and acrylics. Students may bring a medium of their choice. Limit 6.
Member $75 Non-Member $85
Lynda Goldberg – August 5, 6 – “Creating Monotypes with an Etching Press” Explore the process of creating monotype (one-of-a-kind) prints on paper. Students will learn general printmaking techniques using an etching press. Incorporating the elements and principles of design students will create prints using natural and man made objects. Students will explore different ways of creating texture and depth on an inked surface. Using the plates created and pulled, students will have the original print, a “ghosted” print, and a third print utilizing what is left on the plate. The possibilities are endless! Limit 6.
Member $150 Non-Member $170
Lynn Loscutoff – August 7, 8, 9 – “Watercolor on Yupo” This workshop is geared towards intermediate and experienced painters or the beginner who likes a challenge. Students will be working on “YUPO” paper, a synthetic coated paper which works in a very organic way. Paint moves and blends and leads to an even greater creative experiences.
Member $225 Non-Member $255
Frank Federico – August 7, 8, 9 – “The Painterly Pastel” *9:00am-3:00pm Award winning artist, Frank Federico, is holding a three-day plein air pastel workshop. During this workshop, Federico will show students how he focuses on the essence of a landscape or figure, while applying emotional and aesthetically crafted content in the pastel medium. Limit 18. http://www.frankfederico.com
Member $225 Non-Member $255
All workshops will meet on site at NSAA from 10:00am to 4:00pm unless otherwise noted.
Please register early to insure yourself a place in any of the workshops. Participants may register and pay online via PayPal by clicking on the ‘Add to Cart’ buttons below each workshop listing or print out a WORKSHOP REGISTRATION FORM and mail it with a check to:
North Shore Arts Association, 11 Pirates Lane, Gloucester, MA 01930
ART on the PIER
Located on the Scenic Gloucester Harbor
KIDS SUMMER ART PROGRAM
SUMMER SESSION: Focus on Drawing and Illustration technique: Portraiture features, Landscape, Still life, Sculpture & Molds: In sessions 1 & 2 Bob will instruct the students in pencil work through illustration and drawing techniques that focus on elements of size, dimension, lay-out, shading, light and darks, facial features for Portrait work and Harbor views sessions. Self portrait work will be covered. Please send in a 5 x 7 photograph of a person or pet. Relief sculpture work and making molds will be covered in session 3. Co-ed Ages 8 – 13 (space limited)
INSTRUCTOR: BOB VIAU: BFA from Mass Art Owner/Artist of STUDIOVO: Commercial and Fine Art Studio 121R East Main Street, Gloucester, MA. (At East Gloucester Marina) http://www.studiovo.com
PRIVATE or SEMI PRIVATE LESSONS AVAILABLE: $35hr.
SUMMER Program Sessions: Tuesday and Wed. mornings
Session 1: July 6, 7, 13, 14 : 9:30-11:00 : Portraiture
Session 2: July 20, 21, 27, 28 : 9:30-11:00: Harborviews
Session 3: August 3, 4, 10, 11: 9:30-11:00: Sculpture&Mold
One session $90: Two Sessions $170: Three Sessions $250
10% Family discount off second child
Snacks and Materials Provided. MUST BE 4 Students for class to proceed
Click to Download application or call 978-282-0269
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The Boston 48 Hour Film Project Featuring Local Bait and Tackle’s Award Winning Entry
From Emile Doucette-If you wanna see Joan and Sperry kick the bucket on the big screen, 06-14-10 is the screening for CROP COPS at the Boston 48HR Film Project.
Best of the Boston 48HFP
Date:
Monday, June 14th
Time:
7:30pm
Place:
Kendall Square Cinema, One Kendall Square, Cambridge
Tickets:
$10 (Purchase them here…)
Notes:
The line-up:
(films will not play in this order)
– "Brokour" by 20 Seconds To Midnight…
– "Crop Cops Episode 12: Diamond in the Roughage" by Bait & Tackle
– "The Crossing" by Team Torpor
– "Every Buddy Dies" by Really.
– "Fat Cops" by ImprovBoston
– "For a Few Flowers More" by Albatross
– "404bidden_Love" by Wax Idiotical Films
– "Get the Balance Right" by Stand Up Mandy
– "Gro2" by the Butler’s Banjo
– "Luke Discovers the Ability to Time Travel into the Future in Fifteen Second Intervals" by Baugh Klemm’s Tea Party
– "No Choice" by Bastards Inc.
– "Pest Control" by Moose Films
– "Pie Heist" by Playomatic
– "Soccer Moms: The Musical" by New Tricks Productions
– "Through Thick and Thin" by Daily Routine
– "Winston and Wilma" by We’re Making a Movie
Best Film of the Boston 48HFP and other judges’ awards will be unveiled at the end of the screening.
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“AHHT” It’s what I Do! by deb Clarke
From deb Clarke;
Most of my work these past few weeks has been focused on the view in Cripple Cove. Today and yesterday I stretched and triple primed this 38×42″ canvas. I planned to draw on the gessoed surface with a sharpie marker, but I’m having a hard time making that first irreversible mark. My plan was to base a painting on favorite drawings of looking down on Capt Joe’s docks . pics of my recent drawings, the ‘white angst’, and source material follow.
- Photo Reference, View from my House
- Primed and Ready
Check out more on “Ahht” at:
http://debbieclarke.blogspot.com/
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Sean Hurley Etchings- The Process At Gravure Gallery
Sean Hurley Describes and Demonstrates The Etching Process He Uses In His Printmaking Process-
I’ve never heard of or seen anything like this type of painstaking process which will take over a month to finish.
One of the great things about the blog is that I get to meet people and ask questions that I’d never probably ever know the answers to…and then I get to share it all with you guys.
More with Sean In part II coming tomorrow
Check out his website here- http://www.artbysh.com/
You can see his work at Don Gorvett’s Gravure gallery at 51 Main St, Gloucester Ma
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Vintage 1930’s Art Deco Bathroom Light- Finds At Main St Art and Antiques
David Cox’ Main St Art and Antiques is located at 124 Main Street in the heart of Beautiful Downtown Gloucester
This vintage light is in working condition. It has nice heft to it and is in great condition.
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Bobby Viau Starting Art On The Pier Sessions
Deej writes in-
Hi Everyone,
School is almost out and ART on the PIER will begin it’s second summer of classes down at StudioVO: Commercial and Fine Art Studio of Gloucester. www.studiovo.com . Attached is a revised form of what we will be offering. Session 1 & 2 are dedicated to illustration work. Portraiture work (self, pet, etc…), Boats and Harborviews off the dock. Session 3 is dedicated to reliefs and molds. For more information please contact us by email. Please feel free to download the attached form and send to Viau 41 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA.
Best, Deej Viau
Pictures From Last Year-
ART on the PIER
Located on the Scenic Gloucester Harbor
SUMMER ART PROGRAM
SUMMER SESSION: Focus on Drawing and Illustration technique: Portraiture features, Landscape, Still life, Sculpture & Molds: In sessions 1 & 2 Bob will instruct the students in pencil work through illustration and drawing techniques that focus on elements of size, dimension, lay-out, shading, light and darks, facial features for Portrait work and Harbor views sessions. Self portrait work will be covered. Please send in a 5 x 7 photograph of a person or pet. Relief sculpture work and making molds will be covered in session 3.
Co-ed Ages 8 – 13 (space limited)
INSTRUCTOR: BOB VIAU: BFA from Mass Art
Owner/Artist of STUDIOVO: Commercial and Fine Art Studio
121R East Main Street, Gloucester, MA. (At East Gloucester Marina)
· PRIVATE or SEMI PRIVATE LESSONS AVAILABLE: $35hr.
SUMMER Program Sessions: Tuesday and Wed. mornings
Session 1: July 6, 7, 13, 14 : 9:30-11:00 : Portraiture
Session 2: July 20, 21, 27, 28 : 9:30-11:00: Harborviews
Session 3: August 3, 4, 10, 11: 9:30-11:00: Sculpture&Mold
One session $90: Two Sessions $170: Three Sessions $250
10% Family discount off second child
Snacks and Materials Provided. MUST BE 4 Students for class to proceed
Registration and payment for Session One: July 2. Session Two: July 16. Session Three: July 30
Any questions please contact us at dviau3@verizon.net or 282-0269
Please read and sign below with registration and mail or deliver to:
StudioVO: 41 East Main Street Gloucester, MA 01930
CHILD’S NAME and Age: _______________________________ Phone ________________
Allergies: ___________________________ Parent sign: __________________________-_____
I hereby allow my child/children to participate in the ART on the PIER. I acknowledge that my child/children are in proper health to do so. I will not hold the Viaus, StudioVO or their property liable/responsible in any legal way should anything occur with or to my child.
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2010 ART at Bass Rocks – presented by SeaArts
Held June 8th at the Bass Rocks Golf Club.
Featured local artists and some of their work, a great forum to listen to the artists speak about their work. A great evening understanding the motivation and personal story behind each piece. We were also rewarded with a rainbow ‘Nature’s own painting’ at the end of the program.
I have captured some of the artists and their work below in a slide show; I hope to also put together a short video of them speaking about their work. Please enjoy and support your local artists, and watch for the video on GoodMorningGoucester.
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Debra Bretton Robinson Fine Art
Chickity Check Debra Bretton Robinson Fine Art Website Here
Blue Gloucester-
Lanesville Corner
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Shalin Liu Performance Center
Shalin Liu Performance Center of Rockport finishing touches:
The scaffolding came down off the back window on Saturday. This shot on Sunday shows that all gone so that attendees of the sold-out performance on Thursday June 10 will have an unobstructed view of the harbor.
Tickets available for Friday on can be ordered HERE. They seem quite reasonable $25-$46 since there is not a bad seat in the house.
One can also get an unobstructed view of the harbor by purchasing a purple cow ice cream cone from the Ice Cream Store and a latte from Bean and Leaf (both on Bearskin Neck) then walking out onto the Lumber Wharf. (Daughter purple cow, large latte, me.)
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The Hive Re-Opening Show June 12th
We’re doing it again this summer. The Hive grand RE-Opening Show.. Saturday June 12th from 6-9pm…Come on down to help us celebrate new work, our new location (@Art Haven) on Main St. If you like what we are doing pass the word and help us build community through creativity. Local food and beverage provided by Alchemy and Cape Ann brewing. After party across the street at Alchemy. Hope to see everyone out.
TheHive>CapeAnn http://www.thehivecapeann.com
180 Main Street Gloucester, MA
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Stephen J Lacey Polychrome Diorama At Menage Gallery
They are so realistic right down to the details
Menage Gallery is located at 134 Main Street in the Heart Of Beautiful Downtown Gloucester
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Joey’s tatoo
Rainy Sunday so working on a design. Using the lobster as a base I’ve added a few things. For one, the lobster should be cooked. And then to stir the controversy, I’ve added Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise. Bring out the Hellmann’s and bring out the best!
Or he could just copy this:
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On the Easel
Http://www.FrontieroGallery.com
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