BJ Bjork Reception January 8

Kicking off the new year, the noted artist and teacher from Foxboro, BJ Bjork, will be displaying his art at the Boyden Library during the month of January. This exhibit will include many watercolors, acrylics and oils, some of which he painted "live" during his Foxboro Cable television show "Let's Paint the Town with BJ Bjork". In addition, BJ will host a reception on Saturday afternoon, January 8, 1-4 pm. Come and view up close the work of this talented artist and meet a fun-loving art teacher at the same time.

Calderwood Reception Saturday Dec. 4

Ralph Calderwood is displaying 50 of his paintings at the Boyden Library during December. That's right, fifty paintings! The paintings are in watercolor, pastel, and oil -- plus some plein air works as well. You may recognize a few ribbon winners from past Member Shows. Ralph will hold a reception at the library this Saturday, Dec. 4, from12 noon to 2 pm. Come and congratulate Ralph on his wonderful paintings.

Tatiana Roulin at Barnes & Noble in Walpole

Tatiana Roulin is displaying her work at Barnes & Noble in the Walpole Mall during the month of December. The theme of her show is "Nature's Beauty". Join Tatiana and her family for a reception there on Saturday evening, Dec. 4, from 6 to 7:30. You can connect with Tatiana through her web site www.3dmirror.com or simply request to be her friend on Facebook (facebook.com/tatiana.roulin) to learn about her upcoming events.

Unique Show at Norfolk Library

There is still time to see a unique art show at the Norfolk Library -- until Nov. 30. The show features beautiful quilts inspired by paintings submitted to quilters last January. Some of the quilters "interpreted" the paintings somewhat abstractly, while others reproduced the painting faithfully, but better. It's hard to describe. But if you get the opportunity to swing by an run in, you really should do it. Trust me.

Upcoming Events in November

If you enjoy attending art events, November is the month for you:
November 14-19, supporting members of the Museum of Fine Arts get a sneak peek at the opening of the new Art of America wing which has been under construction for the last several years. If you are not a member, you have to wait another week to see the new wing. But don't forget to take advantage of your local library's museum pass program to save some money.
November 16 (Tuesday) 6-8 pm is the reception for the quilters and artists who are displaying their paired worksg at the Norfolk Library this month.
November 19 (Friday) 5-8 pm, the J.Todd Gallery (Rte 16 in Wellesley) will host a reception diplaying 60 paintings of Boston by well-known local artists.
November 19-21 (weekend) is the 14th Annual Boston International Art Show in the Cyclorama Building, 539 Tremont St. in the South End of Boston. Admission is $15, but the art is glorious. http://www.fineartboston.com/.

November meeting this Wednesday

Just a reminder that the next meeting of the Foxboro Art Association is this Wednesday, Nov. 10. The demonstrator will be the noted watercolorist, Robert Mesrop. See you there!

Boyden Library Art Auction

The Boyden Library has been very generous to the Foxboro Art Association over the years. Next March is our chance to give back. There is art auction being planned to be held at the Foxboro Country Club and we are asking for your art donations to make it a success. More details to follow, but it should be a wonderful event and a great opportunity to gain exposure for all artists.

REMINDER: art pick up tomorrow

Just a reminder that our Fall Members' Show ends tomorrow, Saturday Oct. 30. In order to make room for the next exhibitor who will be hanging their artwork tomorrow afternoon, we are asking that you pick up your paintings by noon on Saturday.

It was a wonderful exhibit. Thanks to everyone for participating.

Art of the Americas

I was recently in Boston with some time to kill and found myself in the Museum of Fine Arts. I hadn't been there in a while and noticed some pieces were missing. I also noticed a curtain not successfully hiding a huge modern airy space. Now I know where the missing art is or will be, in the new wing "Art of the Americas". There will be a lot to see this November in the new large space,  designed by architects Foster + Partners, with four floors showcasing 5,000 works of art. The MFA is always a great resource on many levels. Here's the link.

The Sketchbook Project deadline approaching

The deadline to order your sketchbook and be part of this exciting Art House Coop project is coming soon, October 31.

Here are some quick facts:

•You order a sketchbook, like the one above for $25

•You select a theme (or they can randomly pick a theme for you)

•You sketch, color, collage, or whatever you want inside from now until the deadline to mail in which is January 15, 2011

•All the sketchbooks go "on tour" at several cities across the country. Closest to us is Portland Maine but they keep adding cities to the tour

•All the sketchbooks end up catalogued and ultimately will live in the Brooklyn Art Library where anyone can view them

•You can pay an extra $20 to receive a digitized version of your sketchbook.

Sounds like fun, doesn't it? You can sign up on their website by clicking this link.

A great resource for artists

I wanted to share a wonderful online resource for artists. Every Thursday, artists Leslie Saeta and Dreama Tolle Perry host an hour long blog talk radio show. You can call in to be part of the live discussion or it's also recorded so that you can listen to it whenever you have the time. In the past, they have interviewed Carol Marine, as well as gallery owners, and picture framers.

This week, their guest is Kevin Macpherson, an accomplished plein air painter. Should be interesting. Click here for the link for the information for this week's show and all of the archived shows they have recorded to date.

Robin Carroll show this weekend!

Robin Carroll's newest works will be shown at The Art Emporium, 32 Chestnut Street, Needham.

This piece, Winter White, pastel, 18x24 will be on display amongst many others. Join her there for a reception on Saturday, October 16th from 1-4pm.

Connect with Robin at her website or request to be her friend on Facebook to learn about her upcoming events!

Best of luck at your show, Robin!!

Congratulations to last night's ribbon winners

Here are the winners from last night's presentation of the awards for the Fall Member's Show. Our juror was Diane Panarelli MIller. Thank you Diane and congratulations to everyone! The show looks fantastic.

BEST IN SHOW

George Ransom, Spring Blooms

WATERCOLORS

First Place

Jerry Aissis, Metamorphosis of the Void

Second Place

Judith Ofcarcik, End of Day

Third Place

Daydre Hamilton, Up for Air

Honorable Mention

Vera Cross, The Wolf

BJ Bjork, Lakefront

OILS and ACRYLICS

First Place

Ellen Little, Wavecrest Woody

Second Place

Ralph Calderwood, For the Master's Table

Third Place

Adele Corrigan, Erin

Honorable Mention

Ann Gorbett, Flower Shop

Ralph Calderwood, Mrs. Patricia Calderwood

PASTELS

First Place

Karole Nicholson, Cornfields in Winter

Second Place

Karole Nicholson, Last Clouds of the Day

Third Place

Robin Carroll, California Grace

Honorable Mention

Nancy Bacevich, Marsh Twilight

Tatiana Roulin, Calisto

MIXED MEDIA

First Place

Nancy Pacelli, Essex

Second Place

Haydi Hurley, Ginger Pears

Third Place

Haydi Hurley, Olives page 581

All the artwork will be on display until the end of the month at the Boyden Library, 10 Bird Street, Foxboro, Massachusetts. Stop by and take a look!

Meeting tonight :: October 13th 7pm

Our October meeting is tonight at 7pm!

Our demonstrator is Tom Sutherland, a watercolorist.This is a particularly fun meeting because the winners of our October Members' Show will be announced.

Hope to see you tonight at the Boyden Library!

Classes offered at Gallery9, Norwood, MA

Kim Morin Weineck has added to her teaching schedule!

Where? Gallery9 at Custom Art Framing
When? Tuesday evenings, 7-9pm. Arrive anytime after 6:30pm to get ready.

You can sign up for one class, a 'onesie' for $30
or sign up for a series of four classes, a 'foursie' for $100.

With a 'foursie' you must take the four classes over five consecutive weeks. This way you get one free absence during your paid four-class session.

All supplies are provided by the student.

The format is 'open studio' with all students working on their own projects within a group setting.
Be as structured or as loose as you'd like. I'd be more than happy to develop a curriculum with you for your sessions in class.

Open Enrollment: Start any time you are ready! How much fun is that?

Class is always running. Check the gallery blog for cancellations.

If you're still on the fence, stop in during a class. Check out what's going on. I want you to be comfortable about taking a class with me.

Any questions? Email me at kimweineck@gmail.com
Thanks!

October 12 :: Nancy Bacevich/Haydi Hurley Art Reception East Walpole

Foxboro Art Association members Nancy Bacevich and Haydi Hurley are exhibiting new paintings at A Little Something bakery in East Walpole for the month of October. Nancy works in oils and pastels. Haydi is a watercolorist.


Come see the show and chat with the artists about their current work on Tuesday, October 12th at 6:30pm. Maybe you'll head home having had a delicious appetizer at the bakery and with a new original painting to hang on your wall!


A Little Something is located at 196 Washington Street, East Walpole, MA.

Unique Mixed Media Show - Quilts & Art

During November a unique display of 21 quilts paired with the works of art that inspired them will be shown at the Norfolk Libray. These quilts were started last year, when fiber artists selected a work of art (painting or photo) submitted by local artists which they thought would inspire them to create a corresponding quilt. The quilts are (almost) finished and will be on display, along with the corresponding work of art. Meet the artists at their reception on Nov, 16, 6-8 pm.

Our blog is a sales tool

Good news!

Someone saw the recent post announcing the upcoming October 12th show featuring Nancy Bacevich and Haydi Hurley and, just like that, a painting was SOLD!

Hurray!

You never know where your sales can come from. Happy to know that this blog has helped a local artist and collector make a connection---even before the show opening reception!!

October 12 :: Nancy Bacevich/Haydi Hurley Art Reception East Walpole

Foxboro Art Association members Nancy Bacevich and Haydi Hurley are exhibiting new paintings at A Little Something bakery in East Walpole for the month of October. Nancy works in oils and pastels. Haydi is a watercolorist.


Come see the show and chat with the artists about their current work on Tuesday, October 12th at 6:30pm. Maybe you'll head home having had a delicious appetizer at the bakery and with a new original painting to hang on your wall!


A Little Something is located at 196 Washington Street, East Walpole, MA.

October 16 :: Robin Carroll, 1-4pm, Needham, MA

Robin Carroll's newest works will be shown at The Art Emporium, 32 Chestnut Street, Needham.

This piece, Winter White, pastel, 18x24 will be on display amongst many others. Join her there for a reception on Saturday, October 16th from 1-4pm.

Connect with Robin at her website or request to be her friend on Facebook to learn about her upcoming events!

Best of luck at your show, Robin!!

Art Reception :: Friday, October 1st

I'm delighted to announce that Tony Donovan and Kim Morin Weineck (that's me, author of this post) will be the featured artists at Gallery9's First Friday reception on--you guessed it--Friday--October 1st from 6-8pm in the Norwood Gallery.Gallery9 is a wonderful space to showcase emerging and established artists' work. The gallery has a wide client base who appreciate original artwork.
Consider submitting your work to be shown in the gallery. They are always happy to discuss work with local artists.The First Friday openings are a lot of fun and everyone is welcome for conversation, artwork, and light refreshments.

Hope to see you there!

Gallery9 @ custom art framing :: 45 Central Street :: Norwood, MA 02062
781-762-3300 www.gallery9online.com

Zullo Gallery reception is this weekend

This Saturday, September 25, from 7-9pm, the Zullo Center for the Arts will be holding the reception for their 16th Annual Juried Exhibition Show. Foxboro Art Association members Ellen Little and Ann Gorbett both have paintings included in the exhibit.

Lasalette Shrine Art Festival Sep. 24-26

A series of art events featuring 12 well-known artists are planned over three days, Friday to Sunday, Sep. 24-26, at the La Salette Shrine, 947 Park St., Attleboro, MA. Plein Air Painting exhibitions, demonstrations ($5 each), and discussions are scheduled. Featured artists are John Caggiano, T. A. Charron, Robert Duffy, Paul Goodnow, Mike Graves, Barbara Lussier, Christopher Magadini, Margaret McWethy, Dianne P. Miller, Tony Nyzio, Catherine Raynes, and Eric Tobin. Many events are free. For a schedule of events, e-mail Frank Quinn at fxquinn@yahoo.com.

Walpole Arts and Music Festival :: Sat, Oct 2nd!!!

You are welcome to join a bunch of talented artists for the Seventh Annual Walpole Arts and Music Festival (WAMF)!

Where: The field behind Blackburn Hall in downtown Walpole
When: Saturday, October 2nd from 10-4
Why: Because it's FUN and it's a great way to support your local art community

For more information, contact Walpole Recreation 508-660-7353
Tables are $55 (but that could be negotiable)
Here is a link to their vendor application.
Artists are welcome to come and paint on location, too, and that is FREE!

Why not drop off your painting at the Boyden Library and head on over to downtown Walpole?!

October Members Show Reminder

All members are encouraged to participate in our October Members Show. Remember that you must pay your dues ($25) to participate, plus $5 for each work you enter. This fee is for buying the ribbons and paying the judge. There is only room for 2 works per person. Applications should be mailed no later than Sep. 25 to the Foxboro Art Assn, PO Box 440, Foxboro, MA 02035. (We need the information in advance to organize the program.) Drop off your works Saturday MORNING, Oct. 2, 10-noon. Paintings will be hung that day and judged the following Monday. We ask that you stay away while the works are being judged (unless you plan to pay a substantial bribe). Ribbons will be awarded at the October meeting, Wednesday evening, Oct. 13. You are asked to retrieve your works no later than Saturday MORNING, Oct. 30, to make room for the next exhibit.
Questions? Contact Frank Quinn at fxquinn@yahoo.com

Photos of demonstrator :: Liz Haywood-Sullivan

Hope you enjoy these photos from last night's demonstrator, Liz Haywood-Sullivan.

Excuse the lighting. You all know how that room is!
And this is the best I could do getting these photos up this morning. I'm still learning exactly how to post some things.

FAA Sept meeting

Meeting tonight :: September 8th 7pm

Quick reminder:

Meeting, tonight!
September 8th at 7pm at the Boyden Library, Foxboro.

Our demonstrator is Liz Haywood-Sullivan.Check out the recent blog post on our demonstrator here.

Hope to see you there.

Photo courtesy of Liz Haywood-Sullivan's website.

Art Reception :: Thursday, Sept 16

Susan Kelley, an accomplished artist and teacher, is showing 56 paintings at the Norfolk Library and will be hosting a reception on Thursday Sep. 16, from 6-8 pm. Refreshments will be served.

September demonstrator :: Liz Haywood-Sullivan

The schedule of demonstrators has Liz Haywood Sullivan bringing us all back from our summer doldrums and getting our creative juices flowing at our September meeting. I wanted to chime in and say that I'm really looking forward to seeing her in her process.For years I've liked her wonderful paintings and read her articles in Pastel Journal. When I worked at Frantic Framers in Quincy, she would come in to frame her wonderful originals. It was a treat to see them and talk about her work, my work, and listen to her wonderful advice.
Here is a link to her recent article in Pastel Journal about painting snow.And an assortment of paintings I found on her website. All are courtesy and copyright of Liz Haywood-Sullivan.

Workshop photos

One of the wonderful things about blogging is that information can get posted quickly. It's great that our membership can see the wonderful programs that we've planned.
As promised, here are some photos from the workshop FAA put on last weekend featuring our past demonstrator, Alain Picard.

Special thanks to Robin Carroll who helped us find this wonderful model for the workshop.

And more special thanks to Frank Quinn who helped make this workshop happen with all the necessary logistics.
It was a great time. A lot was learned. And we're looking forward to future workshops!

Art Reception :: Friday, October 1st

I'm delighted to announce that Tony Donovan and Kim Morin Weineck (that's me, author of this post) will be the featured artists at Gallery9's First Friday reception on--you guessed it--Friday--October 1st from 6-8pm in the Norwood Gallery.Gallery9 is a wonderful space to showcase emerging and established artists' work. The gallery has a wide client base who appreciate original artwork.
Consider submitting your work to be shown in the gallery. They are always happy to discuss work with local artists.The First Friday openings are a lot of fun and everyone is welcome for conversation, artwork, and light refreshments.

Hope to see you there!

Gallery9 @ custom art framing :: 45 Central Street :: Norwood, MA 02062
781-762-3300 www.gallery9online.com

Scheduled demonstrators

For those who like to plan ahead, the following is a list of all meeting dates for the upcoming year. Demonstrators have been selected for the months with artists listed. For some others we are awaiting confirmation.

September 13, 2011 Bob Noreika, fluid acrylics
October 11, 2011 Cindy Baron, oil
November 8, 2011 Kim Morin Weineck, pastel
December 13, 2011 Tiago Finato, oil
January 10, 2012 Christina Beecher, oil wipe off technique
February 14, 2012 Robert Bolster, oil
March 13, 2012 TBA, watercolor
April 10, 2012 George Mitchell, oil
May 8, 2012 Christine Bodnar, pastel

June 12, 2012 TBA

Would you like to suggest an artist demonstrator? Please feel free to leave a comment here and we'll get it to the proper people. Thanks!

Open call to artists!

Gallery9 at Custom Art Framing in downtown Norwood is seeking artist submissions for their show this November, "Looking Up." For a $10 entry fee, all artists are welcome to contribute an original work created on a gallery-provided 10"x10" canvas.

For more information, please see the gallery website or call 781-762-3300.

August at Boyden Library :: Frank Quinn

Here are some photos from Frank Quinn's show at the Boyden Library on display through the end of August.They look superb on the walls, but for those of you who can't stop in, here is an assortment of highlights.Well done, Frank!Next month, please be sure to see the work of Adele Corrigan. Her work will be on display for the month of September.
Interested in displaying at Boyden Library? See the schedule in this blog's sidebar and contact Frank Quinn at fxquinn@yahoo.com to reserve your month.

Art Reception :: Tuesday, August 17th

Tuesday, August 17th, member Tony Donovan will be at a reception for his month-long show at Barnes and Noble in Walpole.

Please join him at the cafe between 7-8pm for cookies and art. What fun!

Hope you can make it!

Art Reception:: Monday, September 13th

Mark your calendar!!

September 13th reception

FAA Member, Frank Quinn, will be displaying his recent work at Barnes and Noble for the month of September. All are welcome to his show reception on Monday, September 13th from 6:30-8pm.

The cookies at Barnes and Noble are good. And the work Frank will have on display is better than the cookies!

Hope you can make it!

Dues are due

It's the time of year for everyone to pay their annual dues!
Please send your check toFoxboro Art Association
PO Box 440
Foxboro, MA 02035

$25 single membership and $30 for a couple/family membership.

Please include your name, address, telephone, and an email address.
Also make note if you'd like your newsletter sent digitally or by US Mail.

You can also bring your payment to our meeting on September 8th.
Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Painting on site with BJ Bjork

BJ Bjork will be offering instruction outside on the following days throughout September with more dates to follow for October. The cost is $20 for the day. For more information, please call him directly at 508-543-5405.

September dates are:
Sundays, September 5, 19
Saturday, September 11
Mondays, September 13, 27

What a great opportunity to hone your skills!

Zullo Gallery Center Juried Exhibition

I saw this in the Hometown Weekly this week and thought I would share. The Zullo Gallery Center in Medfield is having a juried exhibition from September 18 through November 7 and is calling for artists to submit 3 works via email, CD, or prints to be considered. All work must be for sale, and the deadline is next Wednesday, August 18th.

I've included the Prospectus below which has more information about submission. You can also download this off their website by clicking here.

Foxboro Library Gallery

Our Members are welcome to display their work at the Boyden Library gallery. We have the following artists signed up for these months

August :: Frank Quinn
September :: Adele Corrigan
October :: Fall Members' Show
November :: Bob Harney
December :: Ralph Calderwood
January :: BJ Bjork*
February :: Reserved for the Magnet/Charter School
March :: Spring Members' Show

*Edited on August 24, 2010: The January slot has been taken. BJ Bjork will be on display for the first month of 2010. Thank you for volunteering and looking forward to your show!

Interested in displaying your work at the Boyden Library gallery?
Please contact Frank Quinn either by email fxquinn@yahoo.com or by phone (508)668-7031 and reserve your month now.

Upcoming meeting dates

Here is a list of our meeting dates through April 2011.
As always they are always on the second Wednesday of each month at 7pm
in the Boyden Library, Foxboro.

September 8,
October 13,
November 10,
December 8,
January 12, postponed to Jan. 19
February 9.
Mach 9
April 13

Please be sure to mark them on your calendar!

Featured members

This blog is a wonderful opportunity to put yourself and your work out there for all to see and get to know a little better.

Would you like to be the subject of a monthly 'getting-to-know' people in our membership posting?

Please feel free to email foxboroart@gmail.com and we'll get started!

Call to artists: October Members' Show Info

The October Members' Show at the Boyden Library is right around the corner.
Here are the important dates for you to keep in mind while you're busy producing your next masterpiece:

Entry form due: September 24th to FAA, PO Box 440, Foxboro, MA 02035
Drop Off at the library: Saturday, October 2nd from 10-noon
Pick Up at the library: Saturday, October 30th

Winners will be announced and ribbons will be awarded at the October 13th meeting (what fun!)

Members may submit up to two paintings for a fee of $5.00 per piece.
This nominal charge covers the judge's fee and ribbons.

Best of luck to all who will submit!

Timely Information

This will be a great way to get information out to the members without having to wait for a meeting or a newsletter. Those are still valuable tools but when the information is more time dependent, it is good to have another outlet.

With that in mind, I want to let you all know about a very interesting exhibit at the Clark Museum in Williamstown. The Clark is a terrific museum located in the Berkshires of Western Mass. It is loaded with works of the Impressionists and many American and European masters. Their main exhibit this summer is Picasso Looks at Degas. It runs until September 12, 2010.

This is a very interesting exhibit. It shows a number of Degas' works of various subject matter such as cafe life, the theater, women bathing, etc. Juxtaposed with many of these works are Picasso's take on the same subject. Although Degas was much older than Picasso, they both lived in Paris at the same time at one point during their careers. Picasso would have seen many of Degas' paintings and may have been impressed or influenced by them.

The time frame of the exhibit covers many years of Picasso's life and artistic styles. It was fun to see the development of Picasso's style as he copied some of the works of Degas. Picasso did say, after all, "Good artists copy, great artists steal". You can see how he followed his own advice at this fascinating exhibit.