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Showing posts with label gallery 218. Show all posts
Showing posts with label gallery 218. Show all posts
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Gallery 218 - the K-12 Art Gallery
Gallery 218 was the K-12 Art Gallery for Franklin Public Schools at the old FHS building. These photos were from one of the shows featuring art from alumni (including my daughter - Allie)
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Sunday, April 22, 2012
Franklin Public Schools: Art program
An overview of the Franklin, MA Public Schools Art program as scheduled for the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, Apr 24, 2012.
FPS Art SchComm April2012
Curious: There is no mention of Gallery 218. Is it still alive or did it get closed?
You can also view the file via Google docs here
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczR3ZUVHQwcmtvRmc
Related posts on Gallery 218:
The Alumni show
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2009/02/gallery-218-alumni-show.html
Summer Art program
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2010/10/gallery-218-works-of-summer.html
Non-art teachers show their works
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2009/09/gallery-218-new-art-show-reveals.html
FPS Art SchComm April2012
Curious: There is no mention of Gallery 218. Is it still alive or did it get closed?
You can also view the file via Google docs here
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B0wjbnXDBhczR3ZUVHQwcmtvRmc
Related posts on Gallery 218:
The Alumni show
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2009/02/gallery-218-alumni-show.html
Summer Art program
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2010/10/gallery-218-works-of-summer.html
Non-art teachers show their works
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2009/09/gallery-218-new-art-show-reveals.html
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Gallery 218: works of the summer
A crowd, behaving nicely with one another. The work came from the summer. When time was freer and easier than dictated by the school bells, the bus schedule or homework requirements.
Intent on observing a video or one of the paintings on the wall. Observation can lead in so many directions.
A self portrait. Is it close? What do you see when you look in the mirror?
What can you do with your hands, some paint, paper, or knitting needles and yarn? How handy are you?
These works are a small of what some of the Franklin teachers and students did this summer. Representing all the K-12 schools in the district, there are over 100 works on display at Gallery 218 in Franklin High School.
The Gallery is open immediately before and after school. Access off hours can be arranged by contacting Mike Caple, Director of the Art Program.
Art Bonus:
There is also a showing of some Franklin Teachers works at the Hunakai Studio in Foxboro. The show is called "Art of the Educator" and closes Nov 19ththis weekend. Take a drive out this Saturday or Sunday to view it before it closes.
Hunakai School of Fine Arts
16 Chestnut Street Suite 410
Foxboro, MA 02035
(508) 543-5665
Updated 11/5/10 - after posting this about the show at Hunakai, I managed to catch up with Carla to find out more about the show and that it was extended until Nov 19th due to the great reception the show has received.
Franklin, MA
Intent on observing a video or one of the paintings on the wall. Observation can lead in so many directions.
A self portrait. Is it close? What do you see when you look in the mirror?
What can you do with your hands, some paint, paper, or knitting needles and yarn? How handy are you?
These works are a small of what some of the Franklin teachers and students did this summer. Representing all the K-12 schools in the district, there are over 100 works on display at Gallery 218 in Franklin High School.
The Gallery is open immediately before and after school. Access off hours can be arranged by contacting Mike Caple, Director of the Art Program.
Art Bonus:
There is also a showing of some Franklin Teachers works at the Hunakai Studio in Foxboro. The show is called "Art of the Educator" and closes Nov 19th
Hunakai School of Fine Arts
16 Chestnut Street Suite 410
Foxboro, MA 02035
(508) 543-5665
Updated 11/5/10 - after posting this about the show at Hunakai, I managed to catch up with Carla to find out more about the show and that it was extended until Nov 19th due to the great reception the show has received.
Franklin, MA
Monday, September 27, 2010
Gallery 218 - Tuesday 9/28 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Gallery 218, Franklin Public Schools own Art Gallery, will be holding it's first opening of the year Tuesday the Sep 28th from 5-7pm! Great Art, Live Music, and food...what else are you going to do on a Tuesday night????
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As posted on the FHS website, this appears to be correct information as opposed to what was published in the Milford Daily News and the Franklin Gazette which had this event for Friday 9/24 instead.
Franklin, MA
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As posted on the FHS website, this appears to be correct information as opposed to what was published in the Milford Daily News and the Franklin Gazette which had this event for Friday 9/24 instead.
Franklin, MA
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Franklin student artwork displayed
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High School Art Director Mike Caple invites residents to Gallery 218's first show of the school year Friday night.
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Thanks for student artists
As we approach Thanksgiving Day, we should recognize how much we have to be grateful for. When Gallery 218 opened its doors last Tuesday for the K-12 exhibit on Portraits, the crowd was impressive. I was able to get some photos, chat with Art Director Mike Caple, Art Teacher Jane Hogan, and then head over to the School Committee meeting.
According to Jane, twelve teachers had about 10-15 students each with pieces in the show. Across the district, K-12 that calculates to about 150 students represented.
These are portraits. The students could have done them of themselves or of someone else.
A portrait represents a point of view of the world.
A portrait raises questions about the point of view.
When you recognize and accept different points of view, you can begin to talk.
As I walked down the corridor to leave Franklin High, a family was coming in. I overheard the gentleman saying "I haven't been in this place in 32 years!"
I think we can be thankful that art helped to bring this gentleman back into FHS.
The Portrait show at Gallery 218 will be open until January 15. Take some time to view the students work. You will be glad you did.
Note: as a practicing photographer, my own viewpoint is imposed upon the viewer by my taking these photos. Art is really meant to be experienced in person. I hope you do take the time to go.
According to Jane, twelve teachers had about 10-15 students each with pieces in the show. Across the district, K-12 that calculates to about 150 students represented.
These are portraits. The students could have done them of themselves or of someone else.
A portrait represents a point of view of the world.
A portrait raises questions about the point of view.
When you recognize and accept different points of view, you can begin to talk.
As I walked down the corridor to leave Franklin High, a family was coming in. I overheard the gentleman saying "I haven't been in this place in 32 years!"
I think we can be thankful that art helped to bring this gentleman back into FHS.
The Portrait show at Gallery 218 will be open until January 15. Take some time to view the students work. You will be glad you did.
Note: as a practicing photographer, my own viewpoint is imposed upon the viewer by my taking these photos. Art is really meant to be experienced in person. I hope you do take the time to go.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Gallery 218 - Portraits 2009
FHS student Sarah Libby created a wonderful postcard to advertise the opening of the new show "Portraits 2009". The show will take place at Gallery 218 adjacent to the cafeteria at Franklin High School. The show opens on Nov 16th but the reception will be held Tuesday, Nov 17th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Come out and see the art work produced by students within the Franklin schools
Having seen art in Gallery 218 previously, you will not be disappointed!
Prior Gallery 218 shows can be found here (alumni art) and here (non-Art teachers).
Come out and see the art work produced by students within the Franklin schools
Having seen art in Gallery 218 previously, you will not be disappointed!
Prior Gallery 218 shows can be found here (alumni art) and here (non-Art teachers).
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Gallery 218 - new art show reveals talents!
By now, you know that I am a practicing photographer. I take lots of pictures, some of which you see here. I get nervous about taking pictures of artist's work. I am now imposing my view, my frame of reference upon the work. It may create something other than what the artist intended.
Gallery 218 opened a new show featuring the creations of personnel throughout the District who are non-art teachers. I counted at least 28 artists with one or more pieces in this show!
This opens a new world. A math teacher does quilts. A computer technician does sculpture. The Director of Instructional Services does a head in plaster. The list goes on. Wonderful works. Here is a sample of what you can see:
I hope you are teased enough by this to visit Gallery 218 at Franklin High School.
Note: For those email subscribers, you may need to click through to Franklin Matters to view the photo slideshow.
Gallery 218 opened a new show featuring the creations of personnel throughout the District who are non-art teachers. I counted at least 28 artists with one or more pieces in this show!
This opens a new world. A math teacher does quilts. A computer technician does sculpture. The Director of Instructional Services does a head in plaster. The list goes on. Wonderful works. Here is a sample of what you can see:
I hope you are teased enough by this to visit Gallery 218 at Franklin High School.
Note: For those email subscribers, you may need to click through to Franklin Matters to view the photo slideshow.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Gallery 218 - NonArt Teacher Show - opens today
Gallery 218 (in Franklin High School) is opening a new show of art by non-art teachers within the Franklin Public Schools on Tuesday, Sep 29th with a reception from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Come to view the new show in the Gallery!
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Come to view the new show in the Gallery!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Gallery 218 - NonArt Teachers featured
Gallery 218 (in Franklin High School) will be opening a new show of art by non-art teachers within the Franklin Public Schools on Tuesday, Sep 29th with a reception from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Come to view the new show in the Gallery!
Discover Simple, Private Sharing at Drop.io
Come to view the new show in the Gallery!
Sunday, February 15, 2009
FM #30 - This week in Franklin, MA
This is podcast #30 in the series on what matters in Franklin, MA. I review the Walgreens decision, the Gallery 218 opening, the School Committee meeting and the Town Council meeting all from this week. You give me about ten minutes, I'll tell you what you should be aware of.
Time: 11 minutes, 29 seconds
MP3 File
Session Notes:
Music intro
My intro
FM #30
This internet radio show or podcast for Franklin Matters is number 30 in the series. In this session, I’ll focus on what you should know about what happened this week in Franklin, MA.
1 - The Planning Board approved Walgreens development of the Four Corners property. Traffic at the corner of 140, King and Chestnut was a concern. They are coordinating with the town to create a right turn only lane for those coming up King so that they can turn right onto 140. The second lane will allow traffic to proceed directly through to Chestnut or to turn left on 140 and head into Town. This may still be an issue but isn't expected to be a big one. Time will tell.
The surprise for me was in the new opening date for Walgreens. During the prior Planning Board session, the discussion was concerned with the traffic improvements. Would the Town get the plans in time (April) to get them completed for an opening in Sep/Oct. Now the opening is not until April 2010.
You can view both Planning Board sessions via the video archive now available on the Town web site. The links will be included in the text version of this podcast.
Planning Board - 1/26/09 meeting reviewing the Walgreens plan
Planning Board - 2/9/09 meeting with final approval for Walgreens
2 - The Alumni Show opened at Galley 218 on Tuesday. A Slide show of pictures I took of the opening is available. The link will be included in the notes.
Disclosure: yes, Allison Sherlock is related to me. She happens to be the #1 daughter, a 2004 graduate of FHS and a 2008 graduate of Assumption College. Her sister, Carolyn, a 2006 FHS grad is pursuing her studies at Northeastern Univ and currently working a co-op this semester.
3 – The School Committee meeting was a full one Tuesday night. I have already provided the live reporting updates on Franklin Matters so I'll just point you to the three key presentations
4 – The School Committee started discussion on what the priorities should be as they get into the detail planning for the fiscal year 2010 budget. A "level service" budget, that is providing the same level of service next year as this, accounts for the cost increases in salary, benefits, transportation, etc would require an increase of 3.5 million dollars. The town has already told the school to come in with a "level funded" budget. That is using the same amount of money this coming year as is being used this year. Considering last year, the budget cut required 40 plus positions to go out the door, the 3.5 million shortfall this year may require another 60 or so positions to go out the door. How that would be done will be the major discussion over the next couple of months.
5 – The Town Council meeting on Wednesday was short, lasting less than an hour. They had spent an hour prior to the formal meeting in a goal setting session that unfortunately I was unable to participate in so I have no idea what they did. I do plan on finding out. I would encourage you to do likewise.
The meeting as short as it was, did have some points of interest. The capital budget will come before the Council for a formal vote sometime in March. Jeff is looking to get a better understanding of what the snow budget will really be in case any further adjustments need to be made.
The councilor comments section was also notable for the cautionary words and appeals to sacrifice as the work on the fiscal 2010 budget approaches. I encourage you to tap into the town web site and view the video archives. You can go straight to the councilor comments section to hear what they had to say.
Finally, I want to broach the O word. In all the discussions and news articles about the coming 2010 budget shortfall, one option we should keep in mind is for an operational override. Now, above all the other times it has been proposed would be a good time to actually pass one. We have dug ourselves into a hole depending up state revenues to cover our daily requirements. The state is not going to be increasing aid anytime soon. Franklin needs to step up and start paying their own way.
Yes, it will be a sacrifice but the one real benefit we will get is that for every tax dollar we put up for Franklin, it stays in Franklin.
I leave it here for now but will come back to this override topic as the budget season progresses.
To recap this week in Franklin:
Have a great week in Franklin!
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This podcast has been a public service provided to my fellow citizens of Franklin, MA
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.blogspot.com/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The musical intro and closing is from the Podsafe Music Network
Jon Schmidt - Powerful Exhilarating Piano Music
Time: 11 minutes, 29 seconds
MP3 File
Session Notes:
Music intro
My intro
FM #30
This internet radio show or podcast for Franklin Matters is number 30 in the series. In this session, I’ll focus on what you should know about what happened this week in Franklin, MA.
1 - The Planning Board approved Walgreens development of the Four Corners property. Traffic at the corner of 140, King and Chestnut was a concern. They are coordinating with the town to create a right turn only lane for those coming up King so that they can turn right onto 140. The second lane will allow traffic to proceed directly through to Chestnut or to turn left on 140 and head into Town. This may still be an issue but isn't expected to be a big one. Time will tell.
The surprise for me was in the new opening date for Walgreens. During the prior Planning Board session, the discussion was concerned with the traffic improvements. Would the Town get the plans in time (April) to get them completed for an opening in Sep/Oct. Now the opening is not until April 2010.
You can view both Planning Board sessions via the video archive now available on the Town web site. The links will be included in the text version of this podcast.
Planning Board - 1/26/09 meeting reviewing the Walgreens plan
Planning Board - 2/9/09 meeting with final approval for Walgreens
2 - The Alumni Show opened at Galley 218 on Tuesday. A Slide show of pictures I took of the opening is available. The link will be included in the notes.
Disclosure: yes, Allison Sherlock is related to me. She happens to be the #1 daughter, a 2004 graduate of FHS and a 2008 graduate of Assumption College. Her sister, Carolyn, a 2006 FHS grad is pursuing her studies at Northeastern Univ and currently working a co-op this semester.
3 – The School Committee meeting was a full one Tuesday night. I have already provided the live reporting updates on Franklin Matters so I'll just point you to the three key presentations
- the literacy initiative – how the approach to integrate reading in everything the student does in the classroom will be incorporated over the next couple of years
- the expansion of the Advanced Placement courses to include more than the “traditional” high graded students
- the high school improvement plan
4 – The School Committee started discussion on what the priorities should be as they get into the detail planning for the fiscal year 2010 budget. A "level service" budget, that is providing the same level of service next year as this, accounts for the cost increases in salary, benefits, transportation, etc would require an increase of 3.5 million dollars. The town has already told the school to come in with a "level funded" budget. That is using the same amount of money this coming year as is being used this year. Considering last year, the budget cut required 40 plus positions to go out the door, the 3.5 million shortfall this year may require another 60 or so positions to go out the door. How that would be done will be the major discussion over the next couple of months.
5 – The Town Council meeting on Wednesday was short, lasting less than an hour. They had spent an hour prior to the formal meeting in a goal setting session that unfortunately I was unable to participate in so I have no idea what they did. I do plan on finding out. I would encourage you to do likewise.
The meeting as short as it was, did have some points of interest. The capital budget will come before the Council for a formal vote sometime in March. Jeff is looking to get a better understanding of what the snow budget will really be in case any further adjustments need to be made.
The councilor comments section was also notable for the cautionary words and appeals to sacrifice as the work on the fiscal 2010 budget approaches. I encourage you to tap into the town web site and view the video archives. You can go straight to the councilor comments section to hear what they had to say.
Finally, I want to broach the O word. In all the discussions and news articles about the coming 2010 budget shortfall, one option we should keep in mind is for an operational override. Now, above all the other times it has been proposed would be a good time to actually pass one. We have dug ourselves into a hole depending up state revenues to cover our daily requirements. The state is not going to be increasing aid anytime soon. Franklin needs to step up and start paying their own way.
Yes, it will be a sacrifice but the one real benefit we will get is that for every tax dollar we put up for Franklin, it stays in Franklin.
I leave it here for now but will come back to this override topic as the budget season progresses.
To recap this week in Franklin:
- Walgreens is coming in 2010
- Gallery 218 features art works of FHS alumni
- The school committee meeting has multiple presentations worthy of viewing
- The capital budget will be coming up for vote in March
- 2010 will be a tough budget
- there should be an override option to offset job and service cuts
Have a great week in Franklin!
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This podcast has been a public service provided to my fellow citizens of Franklin, MA
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.blogspot.com/
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The musical intro and closing is from the Podsafe Music Network
Jon Schmidt - Powerful Exhilarating Piano Music
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
"He slept with his eyes open"
“He would sleep with his eyes open while posing.” Victor Pisini said as he talked about Shaney Ward, the model for one of his paintings now on display at Gallery 218. “He was a tiny fireman. He would stand only about four foot five inches tall. It was good for us painting to have him sleep with his eyes open. I did that painting about 1957.”
Allison Sherlock explained that one of the two paintings she had in the show was from her “post-stick” period. Her Art teacher at Assumption referred to it that way for an exercise she had Allie do in class. She had Allie paint with her brush taped to the end of a four foot stick. You try doing that. It is not easy to manipulate the brush holding it from such a distance.
Victor complained that he used to be able to find subject matter to paint in the daily news paper. “You can't find that any more. The pictures are all about war, and accidents. I used to be able to find a woman working in a field, or a grandfather holding a child, or someone leading a horse. I could then go and paint from that picture.”
“Imagine that, a real discussion about art right here in Franklin,” remarked Rosanne Walsh as she caught part of the conversation between Allison and Victor. This conversation almost covered the extremes amongst the alumni represented. There are works from the Class of 2008 but Victor was from the Franklin Class of 1947 and Allison was from the Class of 2004.
There is quite a range in the type of work featured in this Alumni Show at Gallery 218. There are oil paintings, ceramics, photography, prints, mixed media and an animated video being shown on DVD. Something for everyone.
Refreshments were served in the cafeteria while Andrew Barry played some background music on his electric guitar. Andrew, a senior at Franklin High has already been accepted at Franklin Pierce College but is waiting to hear from Emerson and Berklee. He would like to pursue studying music and those are his #1 and #2 choices.
Victor's second painting is more recent. He completed a “Meditation” about a year ago. Mike Caple had stopped by the Pisini Shoe Store to pick up the two works for the show. Victor was grateful that he did. “We need more art here in Franklin. Whenever I traveled, I would find the art community. They were very nice people. They were always helpful.”
I think that given the expressive nature of art, given the creativity found in art, Franklin can use more art as we approach this budget season. Stop by Gallery 218 to view the Alumni show. It will be worth your time and may help Franklin's future.
A photo slideshow of Gallery 218 on opening night is available here
Gallery 218: Alumni Show
Gallery 218 located near the cafeteria at Franklin High School is now featuring the works of FHS Alumni. This slide show captures some of the activity at the opening on Tuesday evening.
Enjoy!
Updated 2/26/09 - The show will continue to feature Alumni art until Mid-April, 2009.
Enjoy!
Updated 2/26/09 - The show will continue to feature Alumni art until Mid-April, 2009.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Reminder: Alumni Art show at Gallery 218
A Franklin High School alumni art show is planned at the Franklin Public Schools’ art gallery, Gallery 218, with an opening reception on Tuesday, Feb. 10th, 5:00 - 7:00 PM.
The gallery will have work from recent and not so recent graduates of Franklin High School on display.
Everyone is welcome to join the organizers and artists for food, live music, and art at the opening, which is free.Gallery 218 is located at 218 Oak St. Franklin, inside the Franklin High School (off the cafeteria).
PS - I know at least one artist showing some of her work. I dropped off 2 pieces for #1 daughter last Monday. I'll be at the opening and then hustle over to Town Hall to live report from the School Committee meeting Tuesday night.
This opening was announced during the High School Art Presentation here
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
SchCom: FHS Art Gallery
The presentation on the Franklin High School Art Gallery activities was made by Art Teacher Mike Caple (center), Rachel Nault (left) and Madison Weber (right).
Notes from the presentation can be found here
Additional notes from the School Committee meeting can be found here
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Live reporting - Art Gallery
Guests/Presentations
Rachel Nault (senior center program)
Madison Weber (Gallery 218)
They bring in working professional artists to show that the starving artist is a myth
Empty Bowls raised $500 dollars for the Franklin Food Pantry last year and $350 for the Walk for Hunger
FPS Summer Art Institute - coming this summer for first time, 2 week program for multiple grade levels.
Senior Center Art Program - ran this year for first time in awhile. As reported in Milford Daily News previously.
A idea that had been around for some time that finally came to fruition. Alumni work being prepared for the next show. Located off the cafeteria at the High School. The art that has been showcased covers K-12 art.
The Gallery 218 can be found on the FHS web site here
Looking to do a non-art teacher art show next year.
Looking to connect the creation of art to the "real world".
- Art Gallery
Rachel Nault (senior center program)
Madison Weber (Gallery 218)
- Art for all
- Prepare students for the highest level art program
- Connect art to the community
They bring in working professional artists to show that the starving artist is a myth
Empty Bowls raised $500 dollars for the Franklin Food Pantry last year and $350 for the Walk for Hunger
FPS Summer Art Institute - coming this summer for first time, 2 week program for multiple grade levels.
Senior Center Art Program - ran this year for first time in awhile. As reported in Milford Daily News previously.
Art Show, January 15 at Senior Center to showcase the work from the program and celebrate the accomplishments. 10:00 to 11:30 for reception.
A idea that had been around for some time that finally came to fruition. Alumni work being prepared for the next show. Located off the cafeteria at the High School. The art that has been showcased covers K-12 art.
The Gallery 218 can be found on the FHS web site here
Looking to do a non-art teacher art show next year.
Looking to connect the creation of art to the "real world".
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Looking for FHS Alumni artists
FRANKLIN - The Franklin Art Department is hoping to highlight the work of Franklin High School alumni who continued making art after high school graduation.
Anyone who participated in the art department and is still involved with art or design is welcome to exhibit examples of their work for the students and community of Franklin to appreciate.
The department is seeking architects, industrial designers, graphic artists, photographers, illustrators, apparel designers, fine artists in any medium, as well as college students currently studying in any art related field to participate in this first-ever alumni show.
To exhibit your work in the new Gallery 218, or to volunteer to help, send an email by Jan. 5 to: Rosanne Walsh ("Mrs. Gosch"), class of 1982 at rgosch@franklin.k12.ma.us or Mike Caple, art director at caplem@franklin.k12.ma.us.
Originally posted on the Gazette web site
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