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Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts new ONLINE Exhibition Mood Indigo – Tonalist Works
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce it is hosting another Online exhibition, Mood Indigo – Tonalist Works, with art available 24/7 through May 1. You may view work at:nantucketarts.org/art The term tonalism describes a style of American art focused primarily on depicting landscapes, which emphases tonal values to express mood or poetic feeling. “With the arrival of spring and the profusion of yellow due to so many of the island’s daffodils already in bloom, we thought
AAN to Host First Artist Members 2023 Exhibition Here Comes the Sun In the BIG Gallery
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of the Here Comes the Sun exhibition in the Big Gallery. The doors will unlock on Friday, April 21 and the exhibition will be on display through Saturday, May 20. Located on the second floor of the Thomas Macy Warehouse at 12 Straight Wharf, the buildingwas home to AAN’s Kenneth Taylor Galleries from 1945 to 1988. “This first artist members exhibition will focus on larger landscapes, seascapes and everything Nantucket,”
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Artists Association of Nantucket Announces Lloyd Schultz Student Award Winners
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) has enjoyed a long history of supporting island artists and has been exhibiting Nantucket student art since 1950. In this vein, AAN is delighted to announce the winners of the 2023 Lloyd Schultz Awards for Excellence in High-School-level Fine Art.The art will be exhibited through April 4 at the Big Gallery, second floor on 12 Straight Wharf. 1st Place: Misho Minevski – Oil, grade 12 2nd Place: Stella Marlin Glowacki – Digital Arts, grade 12 3rd Place:
AAN to Host Two Exhibitions In the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the opening of the Eye of the Beholder exhibition, concurrently with a special Paper Meets Pigment show on the second floor. Both exhibitions will launch on Friday, April 14 and close on May 20 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. “We are delighted to offer this second early spring exhibition, featuring two distinctly different shows on each floor, each offering a wonderful variety from our artist
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts 24th Annual Spring Sweep Art Auction with Affordable Finds
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is inviting all community members to enjoy our annual Spring Sweep Auction, April 6 – 8, opening with a Bids & Bites kickoff reception on Thursday, April 6 from 5 – 7 P.M.in the Big Gallery, 12 Straight Wharf. AAN is indebted to this year’s Spring Sweep Chairs Leslie Bresette and Barbara Clarke. The “Bids & Bites: Art Auction with Affordable Finds” preview party will allow guests the first chance to view the in-person art auction and start bidding. As in
Artists Association of Nantucket Announces Permanent Collection Acquisition
The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the acquisition of the painting House on the Marsh (1940) by Sue Cory Guenther. Sue Cory (Case) Guenther (1875-1948) was born in Waukegan, IL and began her formal art training at the Grand Central School of Art and the Art Institute of Chicago. Living in New York City with her husband Rudolph Guenthner, a prominent figure in the advertising industry, Sue became a member of the National Arts Club and the Pen and Brush Club. On
Artists Association of Nantucket and One Book One Island present: The Soul of the Ocean Exhibition. All island artists are invited to participate.
The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) and One Book One Island (OBOI) are pleased to announce the opening of Soul of the Ocean. This special exhibition will startwith a reception on Friday, March 24, 4–5:30 P.M. at the Visual Arts Center (VAC), 24 Amelia Drive. The exhibition will be on display through Friday, April 28, and is open Monday – Friday, 9 A.M. – 5 P.M. The genesis of the exhibition is derived from the acclaimed novel Soul of an Octopus: A Surprising Exploration into the Wonder of
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts 24th Annual Spring Sweep Art Auction with Affordable Finds
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is inviting all community members to enjoy our annual Spring Sweep Auction, April 6 – 8, opening with a Bids & Bites kickoff reception on Thursday, April 6 from 5 – 7 P.M.in the Big Gallery, 12 Straight Wharf. AAN is indebted to this year’s Spring Sweep Chairs Leslie Bresette and Barbara Clarke. The “Bids & Bites: Art Auction with Affordable Finds” preview party will allow guests the first chance to view the in-person art auction and start bidding. As in
Artists Association of Nantucket Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery Opening for the Season wit
Although Nantucket hasn’t had much of a cold winter, there are now sightings of red-winged blackbirds, budding pussy willows, and plentiful snow drops; in celebration of the longer days of spring, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce an exhibition entitled Spring Thaw which will be on display in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Gallery at 19 Washington Street from Friday, March 17 - April 1. “We thought Spring Thaw was a great title for our first official exhibition of
Artists Association of Nantucket Presents “Art From the Schools 2023: Junior Artists Grades 1 – 12''
AAN has been exhibiting Nantucket student art since 1950. Thestudent show will be on display in the Big Gallery upstairs at 12 Straight Wharf starting on March 28. Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce that starting on Tuesday, March 28, student art will be featured in the Big Gallery, upstairs on the second floor of the Thomas Macy Warehouse, 12 Straight Wharf. All island students are invited to showcase their work from March 28 – April 4. An opening
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Special Valentine Exhibition Art to the Heart at the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Although we’re in the throes of the off-season—town is quiet, the beaches are wind-swept and empty, and wisps of smoke abound from cozy fireplaces, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce a special ten-day St. Valentine’s exhibition, Art to the Heart. The gallery door will open on Friday, February 3 at the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. “2023 marks our twelfth consecutive year of presenting a festive St. Valentine’s exhibition, and we are excited to
Artists Association of Nantucket to Host AAN Holiday Expo In the BIG Gallery
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of the AAN Holiday Expo in the Big Gallery beginning on Friday, November 25. The doors will open at 10 A.M., and the show will be on display through Saturday, December 17. “This special faculty & student holiday exhibition will feature works by a wide range of our AAN students, teachers, and our Artists in Residence. There will be works on paper, paintings, ceramics, prints and even some specialty gift items all created by our
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Robust ONLINE Exhibition “Holiday Works Online”
As the cooler months of the off season truly set in, and folks begin to spend more time indoors, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the opening of its last 2022 Online exhibition, Holiday Works Online, featuring new works by our artist members. The exhibition goes live on Weds., November 9 with art available 24/7 through Friday, Dec. 30. You may view the eclectic work on: nantucketarts.org/art This curated online exhibition will feature one-of-a-kind works of art, along with
The Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Autumnal Exhibition It’s Scalloping Season
As the days shorten and there are noticeably fewer boats anchored in the harbor, the feeling of autumn and all that accompanies it becomes ever more apparent…….Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to showcase It’s Scalloping Season, an exhibition which opens on Friday, October 28 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. The show will be on display through Weds., November 16. “We believe this autumn-themed exhibition will highlight some of the beauty and unknown
The Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Annual People’s Choice Exhibition
Quiet beaches, crimson moors, colorful bittersweet, festive pumpkins, and crisp evenings; oil paintings, watercolors, ceramics, wood carvings, photographs…….Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to showcase the 2022 People’s Choice Exhibition. Doors open on Friday October 7 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. The show will be on display through Saturday, October 22. “The People’s Choice exhibition showcases a wide array of styles and mediums and has always
AAN Presents Wet Paint Weekend October 7, 8, and 9. Two new locations are included this year for the annual painting festival.
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the event dates and locations for the 2022 Wet Paint Weekend. Running Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 7- 9, Wet Paint Weekend offers many opportunities for the island community to meet AAN artists, see them at their easels, and participate in an auction of their works. “Wet Paint Weekend is truly a highlight of the Nantucket arts calendar and we’re delighted to be bringing back many of the features from prior years, including the live
New single family home development in Nantucket partners with local non-profit, Artists Association of Nantucket
Capital Hall Partners and KEMS, the developer of Sandpiper Place phase II is pleased to announce an exciting partnership with the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN). As part of the partnership, Sandpiper Place, a new turnkey development of 25 homes, is offering its homebuyers a $1000 credit toward purchasing any artwork by its friends at AAN. The AAN fosters artistic growth on-island by supporting exhibitions, lectures, and educational programs; granting scholarships; jurying art shows; maintaining an
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts Annual 10 x 10 Open Exhibition in September
"All artists in the Nantucket community are encouraged to participate." Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of the 2022 10 x 10 OpenExhibitionin the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. Doors open at 10 A.M. on September 9, and the show will be on display through Sunday, October 2. The majority of AAN exhibitions feature work solely by AAN artist members; however, this annual 10 x 10 Open Exhibition is open for participation
The Artists Association of Nantucket Annual Meeting Artist & Patron Awards
The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the 2022 Artist and Patron Awards, presented at the Annual Meeting on Monday, August 15. Chosen by their peers and voted on by AAN Trustees and Board members, the awards were presented to those in attendance by AAN executive director Courtney Bridges and board president Patty Keneally. Many of the awards are named after long-time artist members, and loyal supporters of the AAN. The awards truly reflect the numerous talents of the organization
Artists Association of Nantucket Announces the winners of the 2022 Juried Artist/Patron Exhibition
The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to announce the winners of the juried 2022 Artist/Patron Exhibition at the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery. Mia Bergeron, AAN's August Artist-in-Residence, was our juror. Residing in Chattanooga, TN, Mia has been trained at the Rhode Island School of Design, the Harvard Extension School, and the Charles H. Cecil Studio in Florence Italy. Patron, AAN vice president, gallery volunteer, and chair of the Permanent Collection Committee Pete
AAN hosts 73rd Artist/Patron Exhibition in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) will host their annual Artist/Patron Exhibition, beginning on Friday, August 12. The exhibition will be on display through Monday, September 5 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. “Truly one of AAN’s longest standing traditions, summer of 2022 marks the 73rd year we’ve featured the celebrated Artist/Patron exhibition,” said AAN artistic director Robert Frazier. “Historically our artists bring in their strongest works for this special
Artists Association of Nantucket Hosts new ONLINE Summer Exhibition Artist/Patron Online
The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of another summer Online exhibition entitled Artist/Patron, which goes live on Friday August 12 with art available 24/7 through Sept. 5. You may view work at: nantucketarts.org/art “When a piece sells, new work will be added, so while the bones of the show remain the same, there is always additional art to see throughout the exhibition. Online works include oils, watercolor, pastels, mixed media, ceramics, photographs,
Art Alfresco on the Lawn AAN hosts Nation’s oldest Sidewalk Art Show Sunday, August 14 9 A.M. – 2 P.M. At the Visual Arts Center, 24 Amelia Drive
The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to invite the public to its second 2022 Sidewalk Art Show at the AAN’s Visual Art Center, 24 Amelia Drive on Sunday, August 14, 9 A.M. – 2 P.M. Over twenty AAN artist members, each with their own “art wall,” will be available to discuss art and sell their work. The outdoor art show is free and open to the public. Rain date is Monday, August 15. In her book, From Clotheslines to Canopies: A History of Outdoor Art Fairs in America, Kathleen Eaton states,
AAN to Host Exhibition Planet Nantucket: Photographs of the Island In the BIG Gallery
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is delighted to announce the opening of the Planet Nantucket: Photographs of the Island Exhibition in the Big Gallery on Friday, August 5, with a festive reception at 5 P.M. Located on the second floor of the Thomas Macy Warehouse at 12 Straight Wharf, the building was home to AAN’s Kenneth Taylor Galleries from 1945 to 1988. “This summer show will feature our AAN photography members, including some photo collage-style works along with large photographs,” said AAN
Community Foundation for Nantucket Announces 2022 Nantucket Fund Grant Recipients
Community Foundation Awards Record-Breaking $300,000 to Nantucket Nonprofits Over the past two years, the pandemic has truly magnified the needs of our island community, and the Community Foundation for Nantucket's Nantucket Fund is here to meet that need. In 2022, we are extremely proud to announce that CFN awarded just over $300,000 in grant funding to our critical nonprofit partner organizations. The Nantucket Fund focuses primarily on grants to the social services network in our Nantucket community,
The Artists Association of Nantucket to Host 2022 Annual Meeting
The Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) invites members to attend their Annual Meeting on Monday, August 15th at 5:30 pm. All AAN members are invited to attend. The meeting will include a review of the audited financial statements and endowment report; annual updates of the association; election of new directors; and a review of the AAN’s multi-layered programming. “Our annual meeting will be an exciting opportunity to share the state of the organization with our members, patrons, and artists,” says
AAN to Host Sea, Sky & Sand Exhibition In the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery
Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is pleased to be hosting the Sea, Sky & Sand Exhibition beginning on Friday, July 22 in the Cecelia Joyce & Seward Johnson Gallery, 19 Washington Street. Doors open at 10 AM. “As the island embraces all the wonderful aspects of summer with the overflowing window boxes, gardens full of color, wild flowers running wild, the smell of the sea and the warmth of the sand, we thought this title for a mid-season show made perfect sense,” said gallery director Peter J.
MMA & AAN to Host Community Collage Day
Join the Nantucket Maria Mitchell Association (MMA) and Artists Association of Nantucket this Saturday, July 16th, as we host Community Collage Day with artist-in-residence, Danny O’Connor. We will be collaging with our impressive 100 year collection of National Geographic Magazines. Maria Mitchell’s brother, Henry Mitchell, was one of the founders of National Geographic in 1888. Danny O’Connor says, “Collage is a super fun way to create spontaneously, it’s even more fun with a group of other curious
Artists Association of Nantucket Gala Auction in ONLINE Format
As an added perk for those not able to attend our sold-out annual summer Gala in person, the Artists Association of Nantucket (AAN) is inviting members of the community far and wide, to enjoy the fabulous art and great prices in a companion silent auction to our Gala and Live Auction on July 16. Online bidding will begin on Friday, July 15, at 6 A.M. and bidding will end Monday, July 18, at 5 P.M. sharp. Bid now, bid often, and please share this online auction with your friends. For the third straight
