Jeanne Williamson is a mixed media artist whose work combines printmaking, painting, collage, and sewing. We asked her what she was working on now, and she passed along these intriguing "studio views": I really like the plastic orange fences that are used as a barrier to keep people out of danger, by blocking off a construction site. The fences come in many shapes and … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2008
LEF announces changes to its arts funding
The LEF Foundation, a major supporter of the arts in New England, has announced changes to its arts funding structure. LEF will be creating fewer, larger grants - with a focus on greater impact on the individual projects - and directing its funding efforts toward independent documentary film. The following is from the LEF announcement on the future of its Contemporary Work … [Read more...]
Clarity and Confusion: a roundup
Two teen artists in Lowell have created a baseball-themed work of public art (seen above), to be unveiled at today's (8/6) Lowell Spinners game. The work is dedicated to the memory of Joann Weber, a baseball and art enthusiast, and was created in partnership with the Revolving Museum. Speaking of public art: St. Paul, MN aims to quell road rage with art that confuses the … [Read more...]
Rugged Terrain
At 88, Jeanne Fallier's nimble fingers and talented eyes have produced hundreds of magnificent hooked rugs and soft sculptures. See what The Lowell Sun has to say about her work. Photo of Jeanne Fallier and beaver rug by Maggie Holtzberg. Photo of hooked turkey by Jason Dowdle … [Read more...]