Katrine Burkitt & Sarah Trainer: Friendly Faces
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA — The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is excited to present the final exhibit of its 2024 annual rotating art program. The exhibit showcases the work of two talented local artists from Jamaica Plain, Katrine Burkitt and Sarah Trainer, featuring their collection titled "Friendly Faces."
Step into the vibrant world of portraiture with “Friendly Faces,” an exciting exhibition featuring the work of Jamaica Plain artists Sarah Trainer and Katrine Burkitt. Both artists have dedicated themselves to the art of portrait painting, choosing to capture the essence of those they know and love, rather than working on commissioned pieces.
Friendly Faces is on view from November 14, 2024-January 8, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA — The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in partnership with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is excited to present the final exhibit of its 2024 annual rotating art program. The exhibit showcases the work of two talented local artists from Jamaica Plain, Katrine Burkitt and Sarah Trainer, featuring their collection titled "Friendly Faces."
Step into the vibrant world of portraiture with “Friendly Faces,” an exciting exhibition featuring the work of Jamaica Plain artists Sarah Trainer and Katrine Burkitt. Both artists have dedicated themselves to the art of portrait painting, choosing to capture the essence of those they know and love, rather than working on commissioned pieces.
Burkitt brings a fresh, immediate approach to her work, painting her sitters from life. She paints alla prima, a technique where wet paint is applied to wet paint, usually in one sitting, before the first layer dries. The term is Italian for "at first attempt." In contrast, Sarah Trainer often begins her process with drawings, later using photography as a reference to craft her portraits over many sessions.
This exhibit is a celebration of both their similarities and differences as artists. Living at opposite ends of Jamaica Plain, these two women share a passion for portraiture and an affinity for portraying friends and family. Yet, their distinctive styles and techniques create a rich dialogue within the artwork. “Friendly Faces” invites viewers to explore the connections that unite us, while also appreciating the unique perspectives that emerge from individual artistic journeys. Join us for this heartfelt celebration of community and creativity!
Friendly Faces is on view from November 14, 2024-January 8, 2025, with a public reception to be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.
Inquiries?
www.katrineburkitt.com & www.rahfineart.com
This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, a non-profit organization committed to planning and sponsoring free educational and cultural programs for all patrons of the JP Library.
Cynthia Fisher: Peregrinations on Being Human
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA — The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is thrilled to announce the latest edition of its annual rotating art program for 2024. This exhibit proudly features Charlemont, MA resident Cynthia Fisher and her latest collection, "Peregrinations on Being Human, A Mosaic Journey."
Her abstract mosaics are created with deep intention, starting with themes often inspired by nature, science, and mathematics. Fisher carefully selects materials like stained glass, Italian and Mexican Smalti, and pottery shards to craft intricate visual flows known as andamento. The limited color palette inherent to the medium challenges her creativity, resulting in unique, thought-provoking works.
Through this exhibition, Fisher invites viewers to reflect on the essence of humanity and our role in the world.
Cynthia Fisher: 'Peregrinations on Being Human, A Mosaic Journey' is on view from August 29-November 13, 2024, with a reception to be held on Thursday, August 29, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA — The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is thrilled to announce the latest edition of its annual rotating art program for 2024. This exhibit proudly features Charlemont, MA resident Cynthia Fisher and her latest collection, "Peregrinations on Being Human, A Mosaic Journey."
Cynthia Fisher, an award-winning mosaic artist with over thirty years of experience, proudly presents her latest exhibition. This new series delves into the complexity of the human experience, reflecting on our wisdom, curiosity, and the impact we have on the environment.
Focusing on mosaics since 2000, Fisher’s work encompasses illustrative, painterly, and non-representational styles, earning her national and international recognition, including the Juror's Choice Award at the Mosaic Arts International show in San Diego in 2016.
Her abstract mosaics are created with deep intention, starting with themes often inspired by nature, science, and mathematics. Fisher carefully selects materials like stained glass, Italian and Mexican Smalti, and pottery shards to craft intricate visual flows known as andamento. The limited color palette inherent to the medium challenges her creativity, resulting in unique, thought-provoking works.
Through this exhibition, Fisher invites viewers to reflect on the essence of humanity and our role in the world.
Cynthia Fisher: 'Peregrinations on Being Human, A Mosaic Journey' is on view from August 29-November 13, 2024, with a reception to be held on Thursday, August 29, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.
Inquiries?
https://bigbangmosaics.com/
This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, a non-profit organization committed to planning and sponsoring free educational and cultural programs for all patrons of the JP Library.
Navid Mood: In-Visible
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA — The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is thrilled to announce the latest edition of its annual rotating art program for 2024. This year's exhibit proudly features Jamaica Plain resident Navid Mood and his latest collection, "In-Visible."
"In-Visible" explores the interplay between nature and urban life, highlighting Boston landmarks such as the Arnold Arboretum, Franklin Park, the Blue Hills Reservation, and local ponds. Mood uses infrared black and white photography to reveal a spectrum invisible to the human eye, transforming familiar landscapes into dramatic, surreal settings.
Navid Mood: In-Visible is on view from June 27-August 28, 2024, with a reception to be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.
JAMAICA PLAIN, MA — The Jamaica Plain Branch Library, in collaboration with The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library and Uforge, is thrilled to announce the latest edition of its annual rotating art program for 2024. This year's exhibit proudly features Jamaica Plain resident Navid Mood and his latest collection, "In-Visible."
"In-Visible" explores the interplay between nature and urban life, highlighting Boston landmarks such as the Arnold Arboretum, Franklin Park, the Blue Hills Reservation, and local ponds. Mood uses infrared black and white photography to reveal a spectrum invisible to the human eye, transforming familiar landscapes into dramatic, surreal settings.
Mood’s photographs reflect the evolution of urban parks, designed to offer city dwellers a reprieve from industrial life and exposure to an idealized rural environment. Over time, these parks have adapted to serve the changing needs of the population, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mood states, "The natural world of the parks was an artificial one. Instead, park designers constructed pastoral and picturesque landscapes that reproduce an idealized rural environment."
His work, characterized by dark skies and brilliantly illuminated vegetation, invites viewers to reimagine their environment and themselves. "Defamiliarized, Navid’s surreal nature is meant to be a setting for imagination," Mood reflects.
This collection marks a shift in Mood's focus from the urban to the subconscious, emphasizing the sublime and transforming the objective world into a deeply personal experience.
Navid Mood: In-Visible is on view from June 27-August 28, 2024, with a reception to be held on Thursday, June 27, 2024, 5:30-7:30 PM. The library is open Monday-Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Friday and Saturday 9-5 (closed Sundays). The exhibition space is located on the lower level.
Inquiries?
https://navidmood.com/
This exhibition is made possible through the generous support of The Friends of the Jamaica Plain Branch of the Boston Public Library, a non-profit organization committed to planning and sponsoring free educational and cultural programs for all patrons of the JP Library.