The Art and Aesthetics Team is happy to announce our first ever mother-daughter exhibit. Beginning the last Sunday of November, our library will be adorned with the artwork of Jenny Dewey and Tamar Shaddeau. You may already know Jenny and Tamar from the classes they have so generously taught here at UUCM. Jenny’s ongoing writers’ class has frequently been mentioned by new members as their first way of getting involved with UUCM and our congregation. Tamar generously volunteered her time to teach a design class over a period of many months. Both are talented artists and will be sharing their work in the latest exhibit. While the official artists’ reception is December 14, please stop by for a sneak preview and perhaps a little Christmas shopping.
About Jenny, in her own words:
A long career writing and illustrating books for children has given me deep satisfaction. The artwork I am exhibiting here is not from my books. I’ve assembled a group of pictures showing a progression from my early work to the present day.
The dates from past to present will be posted underneath each picture. Also, the medium will be described.
At present, I experiment with creating new images fresh from my imagination. Most are a reflection of no longer being obliged to abide by rules associated with illustrating books. I have the freedom to figure out what the pictures mean – which includes being aware they simply are, without any meaning attached.
About Tamar, in her own words:
The word I use to describe my work is multimedia. I am at my best when free to use whatever materials are at hand. These are often ‘found objects.’ I love knowing I have no rules to follow, other than my own.
When I see river rocks, I may want to take one home and turn it into an image. The same goes for having an idea requiring metal, wood, paper or clay.
I’m trained as a graphic designer. My study of graphic design informs the art I do today. However, I feel free to depart from strict rules associated with graphic design.