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muralproject2008 — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:44:01 +0000

If anyone decides to take a look at t his blog, here’s what’s happening with future projects: They are still in the ‘formative stages’. Last week a free lance writer stopped by as she is writing an article on ‘library art’ and was duly impressed by the mural. I look forward to seeing some note of the mural in the Barntable paper in the near future. Our artists? Well, they are in college (Maddie, Sheila, Brad & Greg) or back at SHS (Nicolette, Nikki, Spencer, Delaney) and still are making an impression wherever they are. So, this note just says…hopefully, SHS art endeavors will again bless the library walls, nooks & crannies some way. Until then, remember: I PAINT, THEREFORE I ART.

WHAT’S UP FOR NEXT YEAR?

muralproject2008 — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:08:38 +0000

Though there are some details to brush up on the mural (like Maddie’s misspelled name, sorry), the Mural Project is finished. I am very enthusiastic about continuing the Library’s collaboration with SHS students to produce art, objects or programming. One idea is already forming in the brain…something to do with cod, yes cod. Congratulations to the seniors and have a superior new adventure. To those left behind (for the time being) I hope we can work together on another great project that makes at least a bit of difference in how people look at youth and their part in the community. Thanks for everything. Kathy Johnson YA Librarian SPL

IF IT AIN’T ART, WHAT’S THE POINT?

muralproject2008 — Fri, 15 May 2009 17:41:30 +0000

Well, that’s putting it a little past sanity but paraphrasing Jackie Reeves, “People need art more than ever in hard times…”. Last night’s NAHS Art Induction and the Mural Dedication were very well attended. AND I CAN’T SAY ENOUGH ABOUT THE ‘ART CAKES AND COOKIES’!!! Who can forget their first bite of Picasso’s ‘The Women’ cookie or their first taste of Escher’s mind-bending cake? Thank you to the students who brought these fantastic edible art pieces for the event. I hope the students feel duly celebrated for their hard work and community services hours. Thank you so much, whether you worked on the mural or did other community service. You make a difference! BUT….JACKIE REEVES, YOU ARE A TREASURE! Without Jackie and her calm and professional expertise (frenzy only happens within the confines of appropriate audience) this-the mural-WOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED. Also, a big KUDOS to Mr. Rigazio who probably does a lot more that he is asked to do because he knows it’s the right thing to do. So, for now, stop by and make a wish on one of the butterflies, or turtles or even the tie, for a great life made better by art. Remember….”I paint, therefore, I ART”

PS: I am still working on how to get the full picture in the columns…sorry.Just click on the picture for a full view.

The Last Brushstroke….aw, come on, really?

muralproject2008 — Tue, 12 May 2009 14:22:57 +0000

These are photos of the ‘live painting’ on April 25th, Saturday. Lots of folks stopped by to comment and take a look at the mural. We hope all enjoy the variety of images on the stairwell mural. The images are meant to provoke thought, be fun to look at and take you places that only imagination and art can. Thanks for stopping by. Hope to see you on Thursday, May 14 at 5 pm for the Mural Opening.

JUST PLUGGIN’ AWAY….SATURDAY STOP BY!

muralproject2008 — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 19:18:39 +0000

SATURDAY, APRIL 25…NOON-3 PM…stop by for onsite action with Lead Muralist, Jackie Reeves, and painting partner, Chris Reverdy. If the SHS students can, they’ll be there, too. You might even be able to take a brushstroke or twooooo with Jackie & Chris’s guidance.

THURSDAY, MAY 14:

4:30 pm National Art Honor Society Induction Ceremony for SHS art students.

5:00 pm Mural Dediction ‘The Library as Art’

Stop by to see the artists, the mural and some mightly arty snacks.

Do you ever have questions about this mural? Email me at yasandwichpl@yahoo.com, stop by the Library and ask for Kathy Johnson, or COME TO THE MURAL DEDICATION. Thank you for being a part of the library in your town.

SOON TO BE A MAJOR MURAL….FINE’

muralproject2008 — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:47:54 +0000

Gathering three of the finest SHS NAHS vols, Jackie, Mr. Rigazio and myself, the final paint began Monday night. Thanks to Pat Vineis for ‘opening the doors’ to our painters. JUST ANNOUNCED!!! Jackie and paint partner Chris Reverdy will be in the building Saturday, April 25th from Noon to 3 pm for LIVE ACTION MURAL PAINTING. Feel free to stop by, comment or maybe even add a touch of paint to the mural. SHS students may be on hand as well. There is A LOT of volunteer time that has gone into the mural from our SHS students and from Jackie Reeves, Lead Muralist. Amazingly generous.

Here’s a few photos from the evening’s brush.

Grow up? Don’t grow up? The Dilemma.

muralproject2008 — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 16:18:31 +0000

Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up. Pablo Picasso

SOME THINGS JUST CRY OUT FOR…..PAINT!

muralproject2008 — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:49:24 +0000

It's just a wall....right?

How can we say thank you to the SHS students who helped create this Marvelous Mural and to Jackie Reeves, the Artist Who Must Be Named? WE CAN HAVE A MURAL DEDICATION! Yes, please come by for a

MURAL UNVEILING…soon coming to a library near you

THURSDAY, MAY 14, 4:15-6 PM

SANDWICH PUBLIC LIBRARY

”THE

LIBRARY

AS ART”

MURAL DEDICATION

Meet the Artists

Nosh/Mingle/Ooh and Aah

Say Thank You to: Sandwich Cultural Council

The Friends of the Sandwich Public Library

Sandwich Artisan’s Guild

The National Art Honor Society students from Sandwich High School, Jackie Reeves of Yellow House Studio and Kathy Johnson, Sandwich Public Library Young Adult Librarian, all invite you to a recognition of art, community service and generous giving.

A GOOD-BY TO THE ORIGINAL MURALISTS…

muralproject2008 — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:52:50 +0000

Recently John Houston, author & artist, and wife, Winnie Fitch, author and artist moved out of ‘Hedgerow’ to live with their son in Oregon. Because of Winnie’s health and the move was thought best. This library and town have so much to thank the Houstons for, the least of which are the lovely murals of their work and also representations of Thornton Burgess book characters that grace our Children’s Room and downstairs kitchen. Please take a moment to look up at Nessie, Michael, Vicious Fishious, Raccoon, Skunk, the ‘Balloon Bunnies’ and if you are ever in the kitchen downstairs, the ‘Pumpkin Tree.’ Children are always looking up at things since, let’s face it, they’re usually shorter than adults or teens, and we never hear from kids, “When did that mural get painted? I’ve never seen it.” Another reason it’s cool being little, you tend to look up a lot and see things adults just don’t notice for one reason or another. So, look to your left at the photos….and be sure to look up the next time you are in the Children’s Room. A silent thank you to Winnie & John would be nice, too.

“On ne voit bien qu’avec le cœur. L’essentiel est invisible pour les yeux.”

muralproject2008 — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 13:02:33 +0000

On the wall, not the fence...

Nicolette & Jackie 'walk the walk'

That may not be true with artists, but a true MERCI’ to Brad & Greg Bailey, Richard Neal, Nicolette Bovat, Sheila Greetham, Chris Reverdy and, of course, starring JACKIE REEVES, to GETTING THE MURAL CANVAS ON THE WALL! This big step leads us on to the next. Photos prove that every artist needs to know how to use ‘goop’, every artist can walk on staging to get to where they need to go, and every artist does what it takes to get the job job. We will rest for awhile (but not Jackie who has teaching & an art show to prepare for) on the mural (Our NAHS never rest either, I know.) until around April 10th. I have some practical details to work on and Jackie will be designing the final paint-up of the first down the stairs wall so the wall mural can be completed. Kudos to all of you who made it a point to share your quality time with the project. Final opening celebration should be around the week before spring vacation. Lookin’ good….stop by to see the mural.