Tag: Swampscott

Uncategorized

Lucky the Lobster

Sheila

One thing that I really like to do is paint outdoor murals. The combination of fresh air and the chance to interact with bypasses makes this activity a lot of fun. In the past, I have painted boxes in Salem, Peabody, and Melrose; and I am thrilled to have a chance to paint a box in Swampscott, MA.

My newest box is an homage to the new Swampscott Elementary School. The Town recently completed building the new school which will house the children from 3 elementary schools in Swampscott. The kids needed to put their heads together, take a vote, and choose among the various nominees put forth by the school kids — including blue shrimp, blue seal, blue lobster, and others. I think you can guess that the school color is blue!

The winner was a Blue Lobster! I was inspired to use a blue lobster in my design for the utility box at Vinnen Square on Paradise Road, Swampscott. The design also includes happy red crabs, yellow star fish, schools of swimming orange fish, and friendly sea horses. I call it Lucky Blue Lobster because the kids are lucky to have a beautiful new school, and the Town is lucky to have such smart kids with the ability to come to a happy agreement.

The box is located on the Marshall’s/ Petco/ CVS side of Paradise Road, Swampscott.

Shore Lights
Uncategorized

Summer Members Show

Sheila

Summer Member Show

June 22 – August 4

The Marblehead Arts Association features the work of its Artist Members for the height of the summer season. With multiple galleries of MAA juried artist members, there is something for everyone. This show will be up during the Marblehead Festival of Arts on July 4th weekend, so stop by the beautiful MAA Hooper Mansion galleries at 8 Hooper Street, Marblehead if you are in Town for the festival.

Lovely works of art in every style and medium are on display. My painting in the exhibit is King’s Beach Lights, acrylic paint on stretched canvas, 16″x20″. One very dark night while driving along the Lynn/Swampscott shore, I was inspired by the lights shimmering on the gently rippling waves. I pulled over, took a photo, and went home to paint it.

To have a private online sneak peek of the exhibit, go to maacurrent-exhibits.square.site where my painting is displayed on page five. marbleheadarts.org

In addition to the art show galleries, Marblehead Arts Association also has a wonderful Artisan Shop full of original hand-made creations by the members: paintings, prints, note cards, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, and more. A perfect one-stop shopping spot!

Uncategorized

Member Spring Exhibit 3/18-4/11/14

Sheila

It’s that time again when artwork blooms in galleries all around the North Shore! On Monday, March 18 from noon until 2:00 p.m. the Swampscott Art Association will start their season with an exhibit of members’ creations. The show will be on display at the Swampscott Senior Center, 200R Essex Street, Swampscott. It is in the back of Swampscott High School and there is plenty of free parking.

Members were encouraged to bring their best work, so there will be a diverse array of all different styles, mediums, subjects and sizes for you to enjoy. The event is free and open to the public, refreshments will be served and live music will be offered as well.

My painting in the show is titled King’s Beach Seawall. It is a realistic depiction of the iconic view along the Swampscott/ Lynn King’s Beach. It was inspired by a photograph I took while walking there last March. The dramatic sky, light reflecting on the water, and hard shadows on the wall caught my eye. The painting is done in acrylic paint on gallery wrapped canvas, 10″ x 20″, and framed in black.

I hope to see you there!

Shore Lights
Uncategorized

Connectivity / Diversity Show

Sheila

Help Celebrate Arts Days in Salem MA and kick off the Memorial Day weekend! The Salem Arts Association will host an exhibit, Connectivity/Diversity, during the Salem Arts Festival. It is an open-themed exhibit showcasing the diversity of artistic and cultural expressions within the community.

My entry in the show is Shore Lights, acrylic, 16″ x 20″. This painting was inspired by an evening walk along the shore of the beautiful beach which runs from Swampscott, through Lynn and all the way to Nahant. That night, there was no moon and it was very dark. The water and sky were black, and the white foam of the waves was illuminated only by the headlights of the passing traffic and the streetlights. The ocean was brightened a bit by reflections from colorful taillights and traffic lights.

The artwork in this show will be on display from May 21 through June 25, 2022. The opening reception will be held Friday, May 27 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The reception is free and open to the public at the SAA galleries at 159 Derby Street, and also at the SAA virtual online gallery, the online shop, and on social media. Salem Arts Association gallery is open Saturdays and Sundays from noon until 6:00 p.m.

The judge for Connectivity/Diversity will be Linda Mullen. Following 15 years in architecture, Linda launched Grace & Diggs in 2016. Grace & Diggs began as a shop on Salem’s Artist’ Row where Linda sold hats made out of paper bags and provided photo backdrops made out of recycled materials. She credits that experience for helping her set down roots in Salem, grow as an artist, and expand her work into the area of public art. She is involved in multiple committees and advisory groups including Salem Main Streets Steering Committee and Culture House Advisory Board.