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Natick Artists Open Studios tour draws art lovers from all over—even Madrid

October 17, 2022 by Deborah Brown 1 Comment

Over 30 artists at a dozen locations in Natick either opened up their studios or set up tables in a group setting to display their offerings over the weekend at the annual two-day Natick Artist Open Studios event. The art-loving public came out in good numbers on a beautiful fall day to check out (and buy) the work of local silversmiths; painters, metal workers; ceramicists, fabric artists, woodworkers, photographers, jewelers; and more.

By the count of artist and record-keeper extraordinaire Jo LaFalce, by Saturday visitors from 14 cities and towns, including Madrid, had come through the 23 Adams Street studios alone. That’s not Madrid, Maine or Madrid, Kentucky, by the way. That’s as in Madrid, Spain. This event is getting quite a global feel to it.

Natick Artists Open Studios

 

Natick Artists Open Studios

 

 

Natick Artists Open Studios
Natick Artists Open Studios

 

Natick Artists Open Studios

 

Natick Artists Open Studios

 

Natick Artists Open Studios
Natick Artists Open Studios

 

Natick Artists Open Studios

 

Natick Artists Open Studios

Family Diversity Photo Show

New this year is a Family Diversity photo exhibit, on display upstairs in the sanctuary of the historical First Congregational Church through October 23. Sponsored by the Hanna family, the poignant exhibit features portraits of families who have grappled with the mental illness of one of their own. Each photo is combined with a compelling account of the family’s struggles and triumphs that show strength, courage, integrity, and accomplishment in the face of adversity and stigma. Stop by the Natick Center church and find out how people living with mental illness and their families have come out of the shadows and into the public eye.

Filed Under: Art, Community, Embracing diversity, Entertainment

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Natick Mall revisits 20th century with time capsule unveiling

October 14, 2022 by Deborah Brown 2 Comments

The Natick Mall last week unveiled a time capsule from 1994 with contents that turned out to be part blast from the past and part predictions of the future. Among the capsule memorabilia displayed on long tables in the Infinity Pool Court area of the Mall were stacks of handwritten essays contributed at the time by local students. This group of school kids included Nostradamus-like seers, able to hazard pretty accurate guesses about what life would be like in 28 years. Technology loomed large on the minds of late-20th century young people.

“Cars will run on batteries all the time,” prophesied one student, while another wrote, “Computers will run everything. They will be able to run a whole company with no problems.”

The no problems part turned out to be a stretch, but we admire the optimism.

 

Natick Mall time capsule

 

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Natick Artists Open Studios is a time to meet artists and see where they create

October 14, 2022 by Admin 1 Comment

Natick Artists Open Studios (NAOS) will take place on Saturday, Oct. 15, 11am-5pm AND Sunday, Oct. 16, 11am-5pm, at locations all over town. The event is an opportunity to meet and celebrate the working artists in the community. (It’s also an opportunity to be a little snoopy as you look around the studios of a wide and eclectic group of artists.)

Natick Artists Open Studios

If you’re looking for the perfect one-of-a-kind holiday gift, NAOS is the place. From studio to studio, variety abounds. Expect to see silversmiths; artists who paint in acrylic, oil and watercolor; mixed media artists; metal workers; art made from fabric, ceramics, and wood; photography in a variety of styles; mosaics; jewelry; and more. Artworks range from large-scale paintings to delicate earrings, and everything in between, in a wide range of price points.

Artists—some who are just starting out, some who are full-time professionals with decades of experience—will be there to answer questions, give demonstrations and to sell their artwork. The event is always a fun and educational experience for the family, as well as a chance to pick up some local artwork and support local makers.

This event has been ongoing for over 20 years, and only COVID was able to interrupted it, briefly. NCOS is always run by volunteers and it’s always free to visit all the studios.

New this year: a Family Diversity photo show will be upstairs in the First Congregational Church, and look for NAOS in the Social Hall at the Church.

Natick Artists Open Studios locations

Studios at 3 Adams Street
43 Main Street
The Visitors Center, 20 Main Street
First Congregational Church, 2 E. Central Street
Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church, 39 E. Central Street
Morse Institute Library, 14 E. Central Street
The Barn, 62 Farwell Street
3 Malden Street
Ryan Black Art Studio, 203 Union Street
The Eliot Church, 45 Eliot Street (Sunday only)
75 Middlesex Ave.
And more…

Old Town Photo Competition

The Old Town Photo Competition (Sunday, October 16 only) is part of Natick Artist Open Studios weekend. The show will take place in the historic Eliot Church sanctuary at 45 Eliot Street in South Natick. Come vote for your favorites, and check out the just-published 2023 calendar, featuring the winners from last year’s competition.

Filed Under: Art, Community, Entertainment

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Enter your great pics of Natick (and beyond) in Oldtown Calendar Competition

September 29, 2022 by Deborah Brown Leave a Comment

All are invited to enter Natick’s annual Oldtown Photo Calendar Competition, a community-building tradition organized by the Eliot Church.

Now in its 17th year, the show brings in hundreds of community members to see photographers’ perspectives on the Natick area, not to mention the fun of competition and the sense of history and community from the event. Images captured in Natick, Dover, Sherborn, Wellesley and Needham are eligible. Photographers of all skill levels are welcome.

Oldtown Photo Competition, Natick

The show will take place in the historic Eliot Church sanctuary at 45 Eliot Street in South Natick. On Sunday, October 16, come vote for your favorites, and check out the just-published 2023 calendar, featuring the winners from last year’s competition.

Photographers, please register here.

Important dates for Oldtown Photo contest

  • Registration deadline; October 7, 2022
  • Show Setup; October 15, 3-5 PM (at the Eliot Church, 45 Eliot Street)
  • The Show; October 16, 11 AM – 3 PM
  • Photo pickup after the show; October 16, 3-4 PM

Open studios weekend

The Old Town Photo Competition is part of Natick Artist Open Studios weekend, which takes place Saturday, October 15th & Sunday, October 16th 11am-5pm. Over 30 artists will either open their studios all over town to the public, or set up their work in Natick Center locations. More information coming soon.

Filed Under: Art, Community, Entertainment

Still time to apply for Natick Cultural Council grants

September 26, 2022 by Bob Brown Leave a Comment

The Natick Cultural Council is accepting grant applications until Oct. 17 from those who have great ideas for arts, humanities or science projects that would benefit the Natick community.

The Council has more than $14K to divvy up for projects in fiscal year 2023.

Last year’s grants ranged from $200 to $1,000, and included programs such as hip hop dance chair exercise for seniors, know Natick history, and juggling.

Ask questions of the Council at natickculturalcouncil@gmail.com

We once scored a Wellesley Cultural Council grant for a project called Wellesley Dump Art.

dump art

 


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