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Summer Art Show Opens at Bartlett

May 23rd, 2025 by

Art at Bartlett 2025 presents . . .HOME: Place – Feeling – Memory

A new art show opens at Bartlett Woods Retirement Community, located at 20 Bartlett Drive (just off Talbot Avenue) in Rockland, ME on Thursday, June 5th, from 4-6pm. HOME: Place – Feeling – Memory will present contemporary works by Cynthia Hyde, James Kinnealey, Rob Merrill, Tara Morin, and Kitty Winslow. The opening reception is free to the public; live music by Terry & Eric.

“Art at Bartlett is ready to present our summer show,” confirmed Kelly Osborn, Executive Director. “The title HOME: Place – Feeling – Memory is relevant to us all. The artists in this show investigate their concept of home through very diverse approaches. Our walls, our residents, our wider community will be fortunate to view and reflect upon this inspired collection of contemporary art.”

The five artists in this group show work in oil, watercolor, photography, and mixed media. Viewers should expect a wide range of styles, experiences, materials, and scale by these working Maine artists, all from the Knox County area, bringing an impressive depth of talent and achievement. The exhibition dates are June 5th through September 7th, 2025. Public hours are Monday through Friday, from 8am to 4pm.

Cynthia Hyde Statement

James Kinnealey Statement

Kitty Winslow Statement

Rob Merrill Statement

Jill Schoof and The Rockland “Coral” Reef Project

April 25th, 2025 by

ART MEETS SCIENCE:

ROCKLAND “CORAL” REEF AT BARTLETT WOODS

Bartlett Woods Retirement Community is honored to host a unique, fiber art installation that brings important attention to a grave topic. The Coral Reef Project, an effort led by Bartlett resident Jill Schoof, is currently on view on the second floor of the apartment house, located at 20 Bartlett Drive (off Talbot Avenue) in Rockland. Regular business hours are Monday – Friday, 8am to 4pm. There is no admission fee.

Coral reefs are beautiful but fragile — and ocean pollution, climate change, and reckless fishing is killing them worldwide. A major effort is underway to restore these reef gardens, and to make the public aware of the damage. Over one-half of the Australian reefs are now dead, and the Maine cold-water reef is also endangered.

Local fiber artist Jill Schoof re-creates the creatures of the coral reefs using a crochet technique invented by mathematician Daina Taimiņa — these models celebrate the remarkable beauty of the reefs and explore the science and mathematics of corals. Crocheted coral reefs have been exhibited at major museums throughout the world, and a new exhibit has been launched here in Rockland by residents of the Bartlett Woods Retirement Community.

Jill, a retired engineering professor from Maine Maritime Academy in Castine, has turned to fiber arts and to the fascinating intersection of mathematics, science, and art. The beautiful exhibit at Bartlett Woods in Rockland is the result of a winter fiber arts workshop with a group of eight joining Jill to crochet and knit these colorful re-created coral reefs.

For more information about this project, contact Jill at downeastfiberarts@gmail.com.

TumTum and Mary Alice

February 17th, 2025 by

Mary Alice Bird, longtime resident of Rockland, ME and current exhibitor in the group show HANDS AT WORK: Fiber Art by the Bartlett Woods Community, is conducting a fundraising effort for Pope Memorial Humane Society.

Called Recovery Hot Pads, Mrs. Bird turned to this weaving option after a major stroke left her somewhat visually impaired. The activity, which she first learned as a girl scout, has been, in her own words,  “. . . a satisfying creative challenge and reminder that dealing with the mistakes and flaws woven into our lives can teach us patience, humility and compassion.” In this spirit, she chose to donate 100% of the sales of the Hot Pads to the Thomaston, ME Pope Memorial Humane Society (https://www.popehumane.org/), in honor of TumTum, the feline family member the Birds adopted not long ago. Mrs. Bird is selling the Hot Pads at two for $15.00, and they can be purchased directly from the artist by visiting the exhibition during regular business hours at Bartlett Woods. Mrs. Bird hopes to give a talk about the process of weaving later in March as part of a program of talks and demonstrations designed to complement the current Art at Bartlett exhibition, HANDS AT WORK, which remains on view until May 5, 2025. Admission is free and accessible during regular business hours, which are 8am to 4pm; please call 207 593-1608 for more information.

HANDS AT WORK Opening Reception Photos

February 14th, 2025 by

Art at Bartlett 2025 presents . . .

January 29th, 2025 by

HANDS AT WORK: Fiber Art by the Bartlett Woods Community                                                                                       

 

The Art at Bartlett exhibition program is pleased to present a free Opening Reception for the exhibition HANDS AT WORK: Fiber Art by the Bartlett Woods Community, on Friday, February 7th at 2-4PM at Bartlett Woods Retirement Community, 20 Bartlett Drive in Rockland. A survey of works in cloth, wool, thread, yarn, and paper will include quilting, weaving, knitting, felting, hooking, needlepoint, quilling, and more created by residents and staff of Bartlett Woods, and family members. Light refreshments will be served. Parking is limited to unmarked spaces, the driveway and along Talbot Avenue.   The public is also invited to visit during regular open hours, Monday to Friday, 8AM to 4PM; the exhibition remains on view through May 5, 2025.

Handwork and the needle arts have a long tradition in Maine, and remain very much a part of the creative community living and working at Bartlett  Woods,” confirmed Kelly Osborn, Executive Director at Bartlett Woods. “Our Art at Bartlett Program includes and supports the performing and visual arts. Through hosting public events and learning opportunities, we look to encourage the creative spirit within our community and beyond. This particular exhibit is exciting for its breadth and depth of talent and inspiration.”                                                                                                                                                  

Examples of contemporary and vintage fiber art work will include Memory Quilts, paper quilling, original petite point objects, appliqué, rug hooking, wearable art, and traditional Albanian textiles. Multiple generations will be represented by current makers living and working at Bartlett Woods, and their respective family members.

Additionally, artist talks, demonstrations and workshops are planned for the next few months to compliment the exhibition, which remains on view until May 5, 2025. Admission is free and accessible during regular business hours, which are 8am to 4pm; please call 207 593-1608 for more information.

About Bartlett Woods Retirement Community: Founded in 1998, Bartlett Woods Retirement Community is a 501(c)3 55+ apartment facility featuring 58 one and two bedroom apartments with Amenities and Respite rental options. Led by Executive Director Kelly Osborn, and a staff of nearly 40, Bartlett Woods is one of the smallest nonprofit communities in Maine, offering independent living as well as a full spectrum of support services and lifestyle enrichments. Located in Rockland, the art capital of Maine, Bartlett Woods provides convenience, accessibility, stimulation, and advocacy for individuals, couples, and their families. For further information, visit www.bartlettwoods.com or call 207 593 1608.

Continuum closes, reception for artist January 3, 2025

December 16th, 2024 by

 The Art at Bartlett exhibition program is pleased to present a free public Closing Reception, featuring 97-year old resident artist Constance Kiermaier on Friday, January 3rd, 2025 from 4-6PM at Bartlett Woods Retirement Community, 20 Bartlett Drive in Rockland, ME. Her current show, “CONTINUUM: Old and New Works by Constance Kiermaier” will close after the weekend.  The exhibition is one part classic Kiermaier mixed media objects, and one part called The Portrait Project. Light refreshments will be served. Parking is limited to unmarked spaces, the driveway and along Talbot Avenue.

Constance has been our beloved resident teacher for many years,” confirmed Kelly Osborn, Executive Director at Bartlett Woods. “The arts are important at Bartlett Woods. Celebrating the close of this survey exhibition and learning about her life’s work is a privilege for all of us.  We hope to see many friends and make new ones at our upcoming Artist’s Talk”                                                                                                                                                  

Ms. Kiermaier’s constructions, paintings and prints are personal, mysterious, and timeless. Crafted with great skill, each piece demonstrates a refusal to be limited by material, method, or subject. Additionally, she is showing a new series of pastel portraits of some neighbors at Bartlett Woods, specifically those 95 years of age and older. The artist, herself 97 years old, is included with a self-portrait. “The Portrait Project’ began as a series of self-portraits to be given to each of my children,” confirms Constance. “This effort evolved into capturing the likenesses of some neighbors who are 95 and above, up to 100 years old! I believe it is vital for people our age to be noticed. This is an important issue for me.”

Constance Kiermaier is a graduate of the School of Fine Arts, Yale University. She has shown her work throughout the USA, including: Rhode Island School of Design, Yale University, National Academy of Fine Arts, Center for Maine Contemporary Art, and the Portland Museum. She has received many awards, including a fellowship from the New England Foundation on the Arts/National Endowment for the Arts. She was raised in Virginia, lived in Connecticut, Tenants Harbor, ME, has called Bartlett Woods home since 2016.

About Bartlett Woods Retirement Community: Founded in 1998, Bartlett Woods Retirement Community is a 501(c)3 55+ apartment facility featuring 58 one and two bedroom apartments with Amenities and Respite rental options. Led by Executive Director Kelly Osborn, and a staff of nearly 40, Bartlett Woods is one of the smallest communities in Maine, offering independent living as well as a full spectrum of support services and lifestyle enrichments. Located in Rockland, the art capital of Maine, Bartlett Woods provides convenience, accessibility, stimulation, and advocacy for individuals, couples, and their families. For further information, visit www.bartlettwoods.com or call 207 593 1608.  –end–

A Terrific Talk!

November 10th, 2024 by

Our resident artist and art teacher Constance Kiermairer gave a lively and informative talk about her current exhibition, CONTINUUM: Old and New Works by Constance Kiermaier, on Friday afternoon, November 8, 2024. Her show remains on view in our first floor Parlor, Lobby and Dining Room through January 3, 2025. An Artist’s Closing Reception will be held Friday, January 3rd from 4-6pm. Please join us!

As you can see from the images, many attended and were captivated by Constance’s recollections of a very artful life well lived. Guests were treated to refreshments created by our house cook Klara from recipes in our 25th Anniversary Cook Book, including Sarah’s Lemon Square’s, Joyce’s Coffeecake, and Marian’s Crazy Cake (copies of which are still available, just ask us!).

We look forward to enjoying Constance’s show for the rest of year, and the closing party in early January. This is an exceptional art show not to be missed. Hope to see you here soon . . .

Constance Kiermaier to give Artist’s Talk about CONTINUUM

October 21st, 2024 by

                           Multimedia Midcoast Artist Featured at 11/8/2024 Public Event at Bartlett Woods

The Art at Bartlett exhibition program is pleased to present a free public Artist’s Talk, featuring 97-year old resident artist Constance Kiermaier on Friday, November 8th at 2PM at Bartlett Woods Retirement Community, 20 Bartlett Drive in Rockland. The artist and teacher will discuss her current show, “CONTINUUM: Old and New Works by Constance Kiermaier.”  The exhibition is one part classic Kiermaier mixed media objects, and one part called  The Portrait Project. Light refreshments will be served. Parking is limited to unmarked spaces, the driveway and along Talbot Avenue.   The public is also invited to visit during regular open hours, Monday to Sunday, 8AM to 4PM; the exhibition remains on view through January 3, 2025.

Constance has been our beloved resident teacher for many years,” confirmed Kelly Osborn, Executive Director at Bartlett Woods. “The arts are important at Bartlett Woods. Listening to Constance discuss her life’s work is a privilege for all of us.  We hope to see many friends and make new ones at our upcoming Artist’s Talk”                                                                                                                                                  

 

Ms. Kiermaier’s constructions, paintings and prints are personal, mysterious, and timeless. Crafted with great skill, each piece demonstrates a refusal to be limited by material, method, or subject.

 

Additionally, she will show a new series of pastel portraits of some neighbors at Bartlett Woods, specifically those 95 years of age and older. The artist, herself 97 years old, will be included with a self-portrait. “ ‘The Portrait Project’ began as a series of self-portraits to be given to each of my children,” confirms Constance. “This effort evolved into capturing the likenesses of some neighbors who are 95 and above, up to 100 years old! I believe it is vital for people our age to be noticed. This is an important issue for me.” 

Constance Kiermaier is a graduate of the School of Fine Arts, Yale University. She has shown her work throughout the USA, including: Rhode Island School of Design, Yale University, National Academy of Fine Arts, Center for Maine Contemporary Art, and the Portland Museum. She has received many awards, including a fellowship from the New England Foundation on the Arts/National Endowment for the Arts. She was raised in Virginia, lived in Connecticut, Tenants Harbor, ME, has called Bartlett Woods home since 2016.

 

Art at Bartlett presents CONTINUUM: Old and New Works by Constance Kiermaier

September 11th, 2024 by

Multimedia MidCoast Artist Featured at September 28th Public Event. 

 

The Art at Bartlett exhibition program marks the arrival of Fall with a free public Art Opening. Bartlett Woods’ resident artist Constance Kiermaier opens a solo exhibition on Saturday, September 28th, 2-4PM at Bartlett Woods Retirement Community, 20 Bartlett Drive in Rockland. Entitled “CONTINUUM: Old and New Works by Constance Kiermaier,” the exhibition is one part classic Kiermaier mixed media objects, and one part called The Portrait Project. Light refreshments will be served. Parking is limited to unmarked spaces, the driveway and along Talbot Avenue.   The public is also invited to visit during regular open hours, Monday to Sunday, 8AM to 4PM; the exhibition remains on view through January 3, 2025.

     

We are so pleased to host this event for Constance,” confirmed Kelly Osborn, Executive Director at Bartlett Woods. “The arts are important to us all here at Bartlett Woods. Resident artist Constance Kiermaier also teaches students in our own Art Center. We hope to see many longtime friends and make new ones at our upcoming artist’s reception.”                                                                                                                                                  

Ms. Kiermaier’s constructions, paintings and prints are personal, mysterious, and timeless. Crafted with great skill, each piece demonstrates a refusal to be limited by material, method, or subject. Additionally, she will show a new series of pastel portraits of some neighbors at Bartlett Woods, specifically those 95 years of age and older. The artist, herself a nonagenarian, will be included with a self-portrait. “ ‘The Portrait Project’ began as a series of self-portraits to be given to each of my children,” confirms Constance. “This effort evolved into capturing the likenesses of some neighbors who are 95 and above, up to 100 years old! I believe it is important for people our age to be noticed. This is an important issue for me.”

Constance Kiermaier is a graduate of the School of Fine Arts, Yale University. She has shown her work throughout the USA, including: Rhode Island School of Design, Yale University, National Academy of Fine Arts, Center for Maine Contemporary Art, and the Portland Museum. She has received many awards, including a fellowship from the New England Foundation on the Arts/National Endowment for the Arts. She was raised in Virginia, lived in Connecticut, Tenants Harbor, ME, has called Bartlett Woods home since 2016.

Summer Student Art Show Opens in Sun Porch

July 26th, 2024 by

Art at Bartlett 2024 presents . . .

The Art Center’s Student Show:

Works from the class of Constance Kiermaier

Since 2016, The Art Center at Bartlett Woods has been an exciting place for students of all abilities. Under the direction of life-long artist and teacher Constance Kiermaier, who moved into Bartlett Woods in 2016, art students have enjoyed a weekly class designed to accommodate all or no experience. Because Constance has taught for a very long time, she is quite adept at tailoring interesting assignments to a highly diverse group of eager participants.

The Art Center is located in a 2-bedroom apartment. Filled with natural light and ample space, Constance holds class for Bartlett residents. On any given class day, a visitor can find easels, paintbrushes, pads of paper, and assorted still life objects being put to creative use. No matter which group of new students, Constance says,

”I try to engage students who don’t know anything about art making, or only know the basics . . . I try to get them to engage with their own thoughts about what they see and feel and know. It is my goal to try to get them to create on their own. We start simple, with a flat design that has color and patterns. We use simple tools, like acrylic paint (easier and cheaper than oil!), or ink. For example, I have used my heirloom Crazy Quilt as a source of inspiration.  What I love is the idea that they come in and WANT TO LEARN. It’s exciting for me, when during the course of the class, they come up with something they thought about, and it can be accomplished.”