Fall Show at Marian Court College

To all members: The take-in for the fall show at MCC will be on Tuesday, Oct. 4, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, and from 6:00 to 7:30 only. We start to hang at 7:00, and the judges will evaluate the art on the following day. Opening night is Thursday, Oct. 6, at 7:00. Hope to see all members and friends at the opening!

SAA summer show at Grosvenor Park

Swampscott Arts Association will hold its annual summer show at Grosvenor Park, with an opening reception on Sunday, August 7, from 3:00 to 5:00. The Gallery at Grosvenor Park is at 7 Loring Hills Avenue, in Salem (near Vinnin Square). You can expect a variety of mediums and styles. The oil painting above is by newest member, Brenda Rangel, titled "For the Halibut".

SAA Summer Picnic

After a brief rain, Ruth Rook's garden just sparkled, and we moved outside.

First a delicious picnic meal, then a brief meeting, and finally the raffle was held.

Past presidents, Liz Murphy and Ron Harrison trade stories! (on the left)

Long time member K. Jean Fisher, and most senior member Anne Kemmelman,

smile for the camera. (from right)

SAA Summer Show

You're invited to our opening reception for SAA Member's Summer Show, at Grosvenor Park Gallery, 7 Loring Ave., Salem (978-741-5700). Date: August 7, from 3:00 to 5:00. The show runs until the 7th of September, daily from 10:00 to 6:00.

SAA 2011 Scholarship Recipients

SAA presented two scholarships this year, to developing young artists. Miss Fiona Buchanan (and mom on left) and Miss Merina Zeller (and family on right) received the awards from President Barbara Gherzi (center) at MCC on 5/19/11. Fiona attends BU College of Fine Arts, and Merina will attend Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University in the fall. Both are from Swampscott High School. Bravo, to both young women, and best wishes for a bright, colorful future in art!

Final Demo of the Season

At our final demo of this season, well known local artist Clayton Curtis, with thoughtful instruction, created a mini-masterpiece in pastels. Wonderful! Thank you, Clayton.

Another Opening! Another Show!

The SAA Spring Art Exhibit, opening on Sunday, April 15th, featured beautiful art by many regional favorites, including the following winners of prizes and ribbons.

First Place: Noreen Nelson "Just Clowning Around", mixed media

Second Place: Clayton Curtis "Still Life with Bread and Tomatoes", pastel

Third Place: Robin Samiljan "Spring Pathway", encaustic

Honorable Mentions: Amy Roberts "Landing Reflections" (photo); Ruth Rooks "Intermission Cafe" (oil); Bob Oliver "Mail Call" (watercolor); and Barbara Gherzi "When Rachel Sings" (water color). The Marian Court Award was given to Deborah Gates "Caitlin" (watercolor).