This Week in the Gallery

Spring has finally made its presence known. The trees are beginning to bud, the birds are returning and plant sales are blossoming everywhere. In May, the gallery celebrates spring with its own flower show.  Stepping into the gallery’s garden will surely delight the senses.

This month’s featured artist is Claire Ghiloni.

Claire is a lifetime resident of Medford. Originally of North Medford, she now resides in West Medford.   Growing up in North Medford in a family that has been very active in the Medford community from a family that. 

She has had long career in the field of Humans Services, developing cutting edge programs and services for people with disabilities, low income families and veterans.

Taking pictures has always been a hobby of hers, first as a family photographer and then as a part-time wedding photographer.  She did not venture into selling her works until she began delving into digital photography. For the past few years, she has been a features photographer at the Olde Schwamb Mill in Arlington and has been published in the Medford Transcript and Arlington Advocate.

Her work focuses on the Scenes of Life- some that are apparent to the eye and others that are enhanced by the beholder.  Many of her photos reflect a little history, present a different perspective of an environment, or add a little illusion to the viewer.  Recently, she expanded her line of photos to include photographic works that include a vintage postcard and a picture of that same area today. Says Claire, “It is amazing to see the places that have changed as well as those that look the same. “

She is active member of the Medford Arts Center Inc.  Her work has been shown at the West Medford Open Studios, the Arlington Center for the Arts, Mystic Coffee Roasters, and local arts and crafts fairs sponsored by different groups throughout the area.  Now as a member of the Mystic Arts Gallery, she welcomes everyone come and view her work, whether you are looking for a unique gift that offers a little history, a memorable view of a patriot scene, a photo that offers a perspective that will keep you engaged, or just a little bit of sunshine to brighten your day.

Opening reception for Claire is Friday, May 3rd from 6-9 pm.

Once again, two of our jewelers will be offering classes at the gallery.  Beginning May 6, Louise Musto - Choate will offer a two session workshop on Precious Metal Clay.(PMC)  Participants will learn how to turn PMC into 99.90% silver jewelry. For more information, contact Louise at louisemustochoate@gmail.com.

On May 15^th, Sarah Beardslee will be offering a one session  flower beaded bracelet class. Participants will learn simple weaving techniques that can be adapted to many styles of beads.  For more information contact Sarah at beadsbybeardslee@newsguy.com.

For more information on upcoming events, visit our website www.mysticartgallery.org