Franklin Art Association May 3, 2023 Demo Artist: Nan Rumpf

The Franklin Art Association (FAA) is pleased to announce that Watermedia artist Nan Rumpf will be presenting at the upcoming 6:30 PM, May 3 monthly meeting at the Franklin Senior Center.

Nan Rumpf’s paintings have been exhibited at Museums in Framingham, Concord, Attleboro, and Duxbury. She recently had a painting accepted into the American Watercolor Society’s International show in New York City and the New England Watercolor Society’s National Show in Gloucester. She has been a visiting artist at Framingham State and Medfield High School.  She was one of twenty artists chosen across the country to have a painting included in the Watercolor Artist magazine’s Best of 2021 in watercolor. She currently teaches classes in Wellesley, Needham, and Bedford and New Art in Newton. She is a board member of the WSA, and a signature member of the New England Watercolor Society and the Rhode Island Watercolor Society.

Artist Statement

"The process of painting is what most fascinates me. I like to see how watercolors and other water media react to different painting surfaces and interact with each other. Does the surface affect the edges of a puddle … the flow of the paint … the granulation? Does acrylic paint provide a natural resist for watercolor? Experimenting with different methods to obtain accidental texture appeals to me. What happens when you pour liquid watercolor through objects placed on top of the paper?

These experiments give me something to respond to and motivate me to continue experimenting with different painting techniques and compositions as I develop each painting. After the first experimental layer, I walk around the painted surface and look at it from different sides until I see something that I want to emphasize or see a shape that I want to develop. Sometimes a theme begins to present itself and I go with it. Making one change often strongly suggests the next. I am attempting to capture the essence of form, shape, color and value from my observations, memories, and imaginings and to explore new artistic territories."        nanrumpf@gmail.com     www.nanrumpf.com      

 

Franklin Art Association - Meeting - May 3

Franklin Art Association features Robin Wessman at March 1 meeting

The Franklin Art Association welcomes Robin Wessman to be the featured artist on March 1, 2023 at 6:30 PM, Franklin Senior Center. 

Robin is a contemporary realist artist who paints a variety of subjects including still life, landscapes and portraits.  His paintings are fueled by imagination, experience and a continuous drive to create paintings that have the potential to go beyond the obvious and inspire viewers to see more. 

 
Meetings are free and open to the public.  The Franklin Art Association is sponsored in part by the Franklin Cultural Council.

Find more information about the Art Association at www.franklinart.org and on Facebook and Instagram.

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Franklin Art Association meeting features Demo Artist painter Katie Kindilien - Jan 4, 2023

The Franklin Art Association's first meeting of 2023 will take place on Wednesday, January 4 at 6:30 PM at the Franklin (MA) Senior Center, when our Demo Artist will be painter Katie Kindilien.

Katie grew up in Norwalk, CT and currently lives in New Haven. She received her undergraduate degree in painting from Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia. A year spent studying in Rome became a lifelong inspiration to paint and travel and study art from around the world. She received her Masters in Art Education from Southern Connecticut State University and taught elementary and middle school art in New Haven for 25 years. Along the way Katie has continued painting, traveling, and studying with wonderful artists and teachers such as Julian Merrow-Smith, Stephanie Birdsall and Paul Foxton.

Katie was an Artist in Residence at the Art Association of Nantucket. Her work has been exhibited in galleries and art associations throughout New England, including Manhattanville College and the Essex Art Association.

More examples of her work can be found at www.katiekindilienfineart.com.

As always, our meetings are free and open to the public.

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Franklin Art Association meeting features Demo Artist painter Katie Kindilien - Jan 4, 2023

Kendra Bidwell Ferreira demonstrates her work at the Franklin Art Assoc meeting - Oct 5

The Franklin Art Association monthly meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 5th at 6:30 pm at the Franklin Senior Center. The program will feature a discussion and demonstration of methods and techniques by Kendra Bidwell Ferreira. Kendra’s work is mainly contemporary colored pencil using ordinary subjects and compositions to portray them in an extraordinary way. Colored pencils allow her to combine the expressiveness of painting with the control of drawing. A recording of her demo will later be posted to the Franklin Art Association's YouTube channel and at www.franklinart.org.

Kendra received a good foundation in drawing in high school, then went on to earn her BFA from Massachusetts College of Art with a concentration in printmaking. She is a signature member of the Colored Pencil Society of America and holds a second signature status (CPX) in exploratory mediums with colored pencil. Kendra is also a Fellow Member of the American Artists’ Professional League, and an artist member of Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club and Providence Art Club. Kendra’s work has been included in many national and international art exhibitions and she has received numerous awards for her work.

All meetings are free and open to the public. The Art Association is supported in part by grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Franklin Cultural Council and the Franklin Cultural District.

Franklin Art Association October 5 meeting features Kendra Bidwell Ferreira

Franklin Art Association October 5 meeting features Kendra Bidwell Ferreira

The Franklin Art Association monthly meeting will take place on Wednesday, October 5th at 6:30 pm at the Franklin Senior Center. The program will feature a discussion and demonstration of methods and techniques by Kendra Bidwell Ferreira. Kendra’s work is mainly contemporary colored pencil using ordinary subjects and compositions to portray them in an extraordinary way. Colored pencils allow her to combine the expressiveness of painting with the control of drawing. A recording of her demo will later be posted to the Franklin Art Association's YouTube channel and at www.franklinart.org.

Kendra received a good foundation in drawing in high school, then went on to earn her BFA from Massachusetts College of Art with a concentration in printmaking. She is a signature member of the Colored Pencil Society of America and holds a second signature status (CPX) in exploratory mediums with colored pencil. Kendra is also a Fellow Member of the American Artists’ Professional League, and an artist member of Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club and Providence Art Club. Kendra’s work has been included in many national and international art exhibitions and she has received numerous awards for her work.

All meetings are free and open to the public. The Art Association is supported in part by grants from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Franklin Cultural Council and the Franklin Cultural District.

Franklin Art Association October 5 meeting features Kendra Bidwell Ferreira

Franklin Art Association: Monthly Meeting & Demonstration - Sep 7 at 6:30 PM

Wednesday September 7: 

FAA Monthly Meeting & Demonstration 6:30 - 8:30 PM at the Franklin Senior Center.

Deborah Drummond will be our invited artist for our first meeting on September 7. Deborah is a Boston area artist who for many years practiced as a professional freelance illustrator/designer and photographer. She returned to painting non-objective abstraction working in acrylic, collage and printmaking and will share her experience and techniques. Her work is focused on non-objective abstraction in acrylic, collage and printmaking. Mid-century and color field art are primary influences and inspiration in her work.

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Cinco de Mayo Mexican Quick Bites - cooking demonstration - Apr 28

Fascinating Cooking Class

‌ Lifelong Community Learning Cinco de Mayo Mexican Cooking Demonstration REGISTER NOW ‌ Just in time - Mexican Quick Bites....Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these delicious appetizer ideas that are perfect for any fiesta. You will learn how to make tortilla dough that can be used for a variety of quick appetizers, perfect for a small gathering. Instructor will demonstrate techniques and attendees will have the opportunity to sample the final product. Franklin High School Thursday, April 28 Cost: $35 For more information & additional details visit www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com

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Franklin Art Association: Demo Meeting - Tuesday, Jan 12 at 6:30 PM

Dear FAA Member,

"Dear folks,

In light of the horror of the seditious actions taking place today in Washington DC, this evening's FAA Zoom Demo is being postponed.

It will take place next Tuesday, Jan 12th at 6:30pm, when this chaos has been brought under control."

 

The 1/12/21 Demo Artist will be our very own Peg Munson, who is going to demo "Paint Pouring".   Peg describes her Paint Pouring or Poured Fluid Art: "Paint pouring involves combining various additives with acrylic paints, and using different techniques and tools the prepared paints are combined and poured onto a surface. The surface can then be tilted, spun, swiped and manipulated to achieve an endless variety of results.

By using some basic knowledge of color theory (color wheel) and learning what additives and techniques will give the desired results almost anyone can create a successful painting. It will require some practice and probably some 'failed' paintings along the way, but it is a lot of FUN."

 

Peg's background:  I have always been interested in art and have done watercolors, stained glass, pastels, alcohol inks and most recently paint pouring with acrylic paints. My interest in photography has been ongoing and is a great pairing with the other art mediums. I am mostly self-taught, but I took weekly pastel classes with Joanne Willoughby for two years and attended several pastel workshops. 

 

I have had several solo shows of my pastel paintings and have participated in several juried art shows in person and online.  As a member of the Franklin and Foxboro Art Associations I participated in many art shows and been pleased to win some ribbons. I recently started a Facebook art page "Margaret L. Munson Art". 

 

In pastel my focus has been landscapes, and since discovering alcohol inks and acrylic paint pouring, I have really enjoyed the abstract art form. I have discovered that paint pouring is a lot of fun and somewhat addictive!  

Peg Munson, who is going to demo "Paint Pouring"

"See you" all next Wed, Jan 6, 2021 Tuesday, Jan 12 at 6:30 PM at the FAA Demo Meeting!! 

The Zoom link will be sent early in the week!

 

Franklin Art Association: Demo Meeting - Wednesday, Jan 6 at 6:30 PM

Dear FAA Member,

***Happy New Year***!!  We hope you safely enjoyed the 2020 Holiday Season, and are looking forward to the first FAA Demo meeting of 2021 this Wednesday, Jan 6^th at 6:30pm. 

The 1/6/21 Demo Artist will be our very own Peg Munson, who is going to demo "Paint Pouring".   Peg describes her Paint Pouring or Poured Fluid Art: "Paint pouring involves combining various additives with acrylic paints, and using different techniques and tools the prepared paints are combined and poured onto a surface. The surface can then be tilted, spun, swiped and manipulated to achieve an endless variety of results.

By using some basic knowledge of color theory (color wheel) and learning what additives and techniques will give the desired results almost anyone can create a successful painting. It will require some practice and probably some 'failed' paintings along the way, but it is a lot of FUN."

 

Peg's background:  I have always been interested in art and have done watercolors, stained glass, pastels, alcohol inks and most recently paint pouring with acrylic paints. My interest in photography has been ongoing and is a great pairing with the other art mediums. I am mostly self-taught, but I took weekly pastel classes with Joanne Willoughby for two years and attended several pastel workshops. 

 

I have had several solo shows of my pastel paintings and have participated in several juried art shows in person and online.  As a member of the Franklin and Foxboro Art Associations I participated in many art shows and been pleased to win some ribbons. I recently started a Facebook art page "Margaret L. Munson Art". 

 

In pastel my focus has been landscapes, and since discovering alcohol inks and acrylic paint pouring, I have really enjoyed the abstract art form. I have discovered that paint pouring is a lot of fun and somewhat addictive!  

Peg Munson, who is going to demo "Paint Pouring"

"See you" all next Wed, Jan 6, 2021 at 6:30 PM at the FAA Demo Meeting!! 

The Zoom link will be sent early in the week!

Kneel for Nine - June 2 - 6:30 PM

On the Town Common Tuesday, June 2

Kneel for Nine - June 2 - 6:30 PM

Follow the Facebook event here: (Note the time originally posted in a graphic was 5:30 Central - really 6:30 Eastern)  https://www.facebook.com/events/2365708187055221/

Franklin Democratic Town Committee: Demonstration - Sat - Jan 25

The Franklin Democrats intend to demonstrate on Saturday, January 25, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at 150 Emmons Street (Emmons and Route 140) in support of a free and fair trial that includes all relevant witnesses. (The rain day is Sunday, Jan. 26.)

Participants can make signs or use ours.

We plan another demonstration at the same place just before the Senate votes. That date is still to be determined.


Colin Cass
for the Franklin Democratic Town Committee

Franklin Art Association: Encaustic Demonstration - Jan 8

The Franklin Art Association board hopes you had a fun and restful holiday season and that you are ready to come back and join us for many exciting demonstrations during 2020 starting with our January meeting.

Wednesday, January 8, the Franklin Art Association is pleased to host an encaustic demonstration by Theresa Spadafora. 

Next month meeting, Feb. 5th we will host acrylic artist Lenny Moskowitz. Followed by a watercolor demonstration March 4th given by Carlie DeGaetano.

We hope to see you for these exciting and educational opportunities!

All the meetings are scheduled for 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street in Franklin. Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 PM, followed by a short business meeting before the art demonstration.

FAA meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month, September through May, and are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org

 

Franklin Art Association: Encaustic Demonstration - Jan 8

What is encaustic painting?

Encaustic painting, also known as hot wax painting, involves using heated beeswax to which colored pigments are added. The liquid or paste is then applied to a surface—usually prepared wood, though canvas and other materials are often used. The simplest encaustic mixture can be made from adding pigments to beeswax, but there are several other recipes that can be used—some containing other types of waxes, damar resin, linseed oil, or other ingredients. Pure, powdered pigments can be used, though some mixtures use oil paints or other forms of pigment.^[1]

 From wikipedia  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Encaustic_painting

Franklin Democrats demonstration scheduled for Sat, Nov 16

The Franklin Democrats will demonstrate again next Saturday, Nov. 16, between 10:00 AM and noon at the intersection of East Central and Emmons Streets, in front of Piezoni's Restaurant. (Rain day is Sunday.)

The theme of this month's demonstration is "Impeachment At Last?" with special thanks to Nancy Pelosi, to a courageous whistleblower, and to patriotic witnesses who have respected congressional subpoenas.

As before, people can make signs next Saturday or just show up.


Colin Cass for the Franklin Democratic Town Committee

 

Franklin Democrats demonstration scheduled for Sat, Nov 16

Franklin Art Association: Meeting and Art Demonstration - Rosemarie Morelli - Nov 6

The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street in Franklin. Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 PM, followed by a short business meeting and an oil painting demonstration by award-winning artist and instructor, Rosemarie Morelli.

Morelli will discuss strategies of design along with some time-saving tricks of the trade. She will demonstrate the steps on how to design a well-composed scene of multiple characters in any environment. She will also demonstrate how to properly and efficiently use resources such as Plein air sketch studies, props, live models and photographs best suited to achieve a good painting that is believable, realistic and better unified in color and light.

Morelli's painting, "Sailing On the Margaret Todd," which won First Place in the Cape Cod Art Association's National Juried Exhibition will be on display with other examples of her paintings.

FAA meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month, September through May, and are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org

"Sailing On the Margaret Todd" by Rosemarie Morelli

Franklin Art Association: October 2 - Meeting and Art Demonstration

The Franklin Art Association will meet on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street in Franklin. Refreshments and social time will begin at 6:30 PM, followed by a short business meeting and a watercolor demonstration by award-winning Needham artist, Naomi Wilsey. 

A working artist for over 30 years, Naomi selects her subject matter from nature which includes traditional landscape, still life and florals. An art teacher with a background in graphic design and marketing, Naomi also paints in the manner of Japanese brush painting called "summi-e" and paints plein air outdoors as much as possible.

FAA meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month, September through May, and are free and open to the public. For more information log on to www.franklinart.org

 

Franklin Art Association: October 2 - Meeting and Art Demonstration

Franklin Democrats schedule demonstrations

The Franklin Democrats are planning to demonstrate against the Trump administration again on Saturday, September 21, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 o’clock.

They will meet in front of Piezoni’s Restaurant, 150 Emmons Street, at the intersection of Emmons and West Central.

As before, participants can make signs or just show up.

This month’s protest will be in solidarity with the We the People March, scheduled to occur at the same time in Washington, D.C., and elsewhere.

Franklin Democrats plan similar protests on Oct 19 and Nov 16. 

 

We the People March

Franklin Democratic Town Committee - public demonstration - Aug 24

The Franklin Democratic Town Committee has organized a public demonstration to protest the Trump administration’s lawlessness.

Demonstrators will gather across from the Rome Restaurant, 4 East Central Street, Franklin, between 10:00 AM and noon on Saturday, August 24.

Participants from neighboring towns are expected. People can make signs or just show up.

demonstration on Saturday, June 15 (courtesy photo)

 

In the News: Demonstration returns Saturday; Supreme Court rules on Census question

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"As campaign activity ahead of the 2020 presidential election begins to build, the Franklin Democratic Town Committee is ramping up efforts to express dissatisfaction with the current administration and to make a plea for change.

The committee is mounting a demonstration on Saturday “against the behavior of the Trump administration” from 10 a.m. to noon in downtown Franklin on the sidewalk in front of the Rome Restaurant, 4 East Central St.

It will be the group’s second protest held this month. The first was held June 15 and drew participants from Franklin and many neighboring towns, organizers said.

“We are part of a great effort across the country with several activist organizations, including moveon.org and indivisible.org,” said Sue Cass, a member of the Democratic Town Committee."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190627/franklin-democrats-plan-demonstration-make-plea-for-change/1

demonstration on Saturday, June 15 (courtesy photo)

"The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling halting the inclusion of a citizenship question on the 2020 Census was cheered Thursday by state officials and advocates who said such a question could jeopardize an accurate count in Massachusetts.

In a 5-4 opinion written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the court temporarily blocked the U.S. Department of Commerce from asking Census respondents about their citizenship status, finding “a significant mismatch between” Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross’ decision to add the question “and the rationale he provided.”

The court sent the matter back to the Commerce Department, seeking a new explanation.

Secretary of State William Galvin, who oversees the Census count in Massachusetts, and Attorney General Maura Healey, one of 18 attorneys general who sued the Commerce Department over the question, both urged the department to accept the court’s decision and prepare for a Census that does not ask about citizenship status."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20190627/citizenship-question-foes-cheer-court-ruling

Learn more about the 2020 Census
https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census/2020-census.html

learn more about the 2020 Census

Franklin Demonstration Scheduled - June 29

Franklin Democrats mounted a protest demonstration last weekend against the behavior of the Trump administration. The event drew participants from Franklin and many neighboring towns.

Another demonstration is planned for Saturday, June 29, from 10:00 AM to noon. (The rain day is Sunday, June 30.) Participants are encouraged to make signs or just show up in front of the Rome Restaurant, 4 East Central Street.

Participants of the recent demonstration (courtesy photo)

Franklin Democrats organized protest

If you drove through the center of Franklin on Saturday morning (June 15), the day after Trumps birthday, you likely noticed more than 40 participants with signs that ranged from "IMPEACH TRUMP" to "STOP THE COVER-UP". 

The Franklin Democratic Town Committee organized the event, and participated in a nation wide protest with MOVEON.org, along with a number of cities and towns across the nation calling for the impeachment of Trump now. 

Organizers said, there was so much enthusiasm for the event, they may plan another in the near future.

Franklin Democrats organized protest