15th Birthday Benefit Celebration for Spark Kindness features work by Amy Adams

Via Amy Adams (Painting Venus)

It’s up for auction!!please check out the link and read about it

"We are thrilled to present new 15th Birthday Celebration Auction Items: two stunning, one-of-a-kind benches, created by talented local artists Ande Schoenfeld and Amy Adams!

These custom benches are more than just furniture — they are a testament to the power of creativity and community. The designs reflect unique, uplifting themes that embody the spirit of kindness, making them perfect additions to homes, parks, gardens, schools, or public spaces that encourage positivity and connection.

Bid now for the chance to own a piece of local artistry that will not only enhance your environment but also contribute to a wonderful cause. View the meaningful artist statements and listing details for each bench here: https://givebutter.com/c/spark15/auction/categories/39295/custom-kindness-benches?"

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Talking art with Amy Adams (audio)

FM #1302 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1302 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Franklin artist extraordinaire Amy Adams. She is also a member of the Franklin Cultural District Committee. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Monday, October 28, 2024.

 

Our conversation covers some of Amy’s work and approach

• Artsy Boxes

• “Finding the Light” coming the week of Thanksgiving

• “You are here” project in Natick 

• Food Pantry storage project 

• Wind phone plans 

• Asking questions to start conversations

The recording runs about 45 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1302-amy-adams-arts-culture-10-28-24/

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Painting Venus - Amy’s art portfolio page -> https://www.paintingvenus.art/ 

• Artsy box artist recording #1 ( with Shilpa, Jeni, and Julia)  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/shilpa-jeni-julia-talk-about-their-work.html 

• Artsy box artist recording #2 (with Molly Dee) https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/01/molly-dee-talks-about-her-work-on-artsy.html 

• “You are here” in Natick -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XocjFL_HxZo 

• Food Pantry storage project -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/NjvmBZKtsqLpDPvF6 

• Wind phone plans -> https://www.mywindphone.com/united-states-windphones 

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The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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Talking art with Amy Adams (audio)

Join Painting Venus at The Curry House - April 18 (space is limited)

Painting Venus at The Curry House

"Come join us!  

Have a night out with some friends, support a good cause
and local business.  

Seating is limited The Curry House 

Tickets: www.paintingvenus.art/event-details/mingle-n-paint"

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Clues for art give away! Where might this be?

If you heard about the Painting Venus art give away, did you catch the clues?

"If you are following me, then you know today is Wednesday- the holiday Art Gift Away Clues for Week #1.  

Remember these are made manageable enough for anyone to play, share a little light and learn a little more about our Town of Franklin locations. 

Art drops happen on Sunday mornings. Don’t forget to share what you find.

Clues for week 1:

*I am just off center

*Missing all of the laughter and play

*I sit near the eldest building for enriching young minds

*Find the red haired maiden, she keeps me guarded.

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/groups/1551606135109407/permalink/3570720483197952/

Original post about "Finding the light"

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/12/clues-to-finding-light-begin-to-appear.html

example of a public place where art (package shown at bottom of image) can be found

Clues to "Finding the Light" begin to appear on Wednesday (12/6/23) via social media

via Amy Adams, also known as Painting Venus 

"Greetings art lovers!  

Art gifts beginning on December 10th-31st, on deck! 

For the next 4 weeks, I will leave a piece of art at an undisclosed location for the Franklin community members to find.

This collection is called "Finding the Light" and it is the third annual gift away for Franklin inspired by the loss of my father. Imagining how many others are coping through pain and loss around the holiday season, sparked my need to share a little "light". 

In that same spirit, I mean for it to be uplifting, bring hope, joy and giving around the holidays.

I share clues each week by Wednesday, simple enough for all to join in. I then drop off a gift wrapped piece of art at the location the following Sunday morning. 

All I ask, is that the finder share a photo of the painting they’ve found.

Stay tuned for clues posted on Wednesday!"

Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C0aZBYKNgFV/

example of a public place where art (package shown at bottom of image) can be found

Reminder: "Finding the Light" in Franklin through Dec 18

"Greetings art lovers!  

Beginning on holiday weekend, Nov 27- December 18, I will leave a piece of art at an undisclosed location for the Franklin community members to find.  

This collection is called "Finding the Light" and it is part 2 of last year’s kick off. 

I created this series during my Artist in Residence role for Natick 2021. I had just lost my father. This prompted me to imagine how many others are coping through pain and loss around the holiday season, sparking the need to share "light".   

In that same spirit, I mean for it to be uplifting, bring hope, joy and giving around the holidays.  

Come to this page for clues and an image to help you find it easily. The clues may be released early each week, but the art will be placed on Sunday mornings. "

Shared from Amy Adams Facebook page 

https://www.facebook.com/PaintingVenus/posts/pfbid0exj6oVK1Amc8xaEQAQrRetqorqAH9fdtGaDuxVmWjHpbZNcaxtiLodBrcyQFSSE3l

Find the clues online ->  https://www.facebook.com/PaintingVenus

"Finding the Light" in Franklin through Dec 18