FRAN BULL TO BE FEATURED in both the CHAFFEE and CASTLETON DOWNTOWN GALLERIES

Vermont artist, Fran Bull, presents STATIONS exhibit.

Rutland, Vermont – The Chaffee Downtown and Castleton Downtown Galleries, both located in downtown  Rutland, are pleased to be collaborating together to feature local Vermont artist Fran Bull. Entitled “STATIONS, the exhibit will feature 14 large-scale multi-media constructions in high relief, which Bull refers to as “sculptural paintings.”  Each piece depicts scenarios unfolding on the night stage of human existence, the bed.

“As I make my art, I am attracted to the rough places and to the archetypal realms where myth holds sway,” said Bull.

The exhibit runs from September 24 through October 25, with a  double opening reception scheduled for both locations on Friday, September 26 at 5 p.m. Bull will also give an artist talk on Wednesday, October 15 at 7 p.m. at the Paramount Theater in Rutland.  Both galleries will host receptions after the talk from 8:30-9:30 for the public to view the exhibit.

The two galleries exist approximately 100 yards away from each other - Chaffee Downtown Gallery

Chaffee Downtown announces two weekly adult art classes!

Acrylic Painting: Wednesdays 6:30pm -9pm beginning March 13th
Life Drawing: Thursdays 6pm-9pm beginning March 14th

ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASS - Wednesdays - 6:30pm-9pm - $30/class
New themes each week and professional artist Instructors! $30 Includes…16x20 Canvas, Paints, Brushes, Apron, & Instruction, Wine, Music, Laughter, & Conversation, AND a Finished Painting by the end of the night! Date Night? Girls Night Out? Birthday Party? Bridal Shower? Private Parties Available! Come Join The Fun! Reserve your seat by calling the Chaffee (802) 775-0356.
Chaffee members will receive a $5 discount.

LIFE DRAWING CLASS - Thursdays - 6pm-9pm - $20/class
This weekly class will feature new models each week. Bring your favorite drawing materials and a pad of paper. Drawing boards and benches provided. Limited drawing materials also available!Drop-ins welcome, or reserve your seat by calling the Chaffee (802) 775-0356.
Chaffee members will receive a $5 discount.


Rutland Area Art Association
PO Box 1447
16 South Main Street
Rutland, VT 05701

Gov. Shumlin names Eldred French to replace state Sen. Bill Carris

Rutland, Vermont - Gov. Peter Shumlin today named Eldred French to replace outgoing Sen. William Carris, who is resigning his Rutland County seat for health reasons. French is an arborist who has run the Acorn Tree Service for nearly 40 years.

French served two terms in the Vermont House, but lost his re-election bid last November in a district newly created through redistricting. During his legislative tenure, he was a member of House Judiciary Committee.

“Eldred was hardworking, energetic and well respected in the House,” said Gov. Shumlin. “He was willing to reach out and work collaboratively with people across Rutland County. Bill Carris has been a tremendous Senator, and I am confident that Eldred is the right person to fill Bill’s Senate seat.”

French graduated from Tufts University in 1968. He and his wife Lily have three daughters.

Carris had been representing Rutland County in the Vermont Senate since 2006. He won re-election in November, but stepped down because of chronic back and ankle pain.

5th Annual Amateur Photography Contest and Exhibit

The Chaffee Art Center is excited to announce the 5th Annual Amateur Photography Contest and Exhibit opening Saturday October 13th, from 4-7 PM, at the Chaffee Art Center, 16 South Main Street, Rutland, VT. Over 150 photographs have been submitted by amateur photographers on the theme of "Portraits." People's Choice voting open through October 12th. Awards will be announced at the opening reception.

This year's Photography Exhibit is featuring photographs by professional photographer and juried artist Tami Crupi Zeman. A special reception has been scheduled for Tami on October 27th from 2-4pm. Artist talk will be at 3pm, and at 3:30pm there will be an opportunity for all who entered the contest to meet the judges and receive feedback on their photographs.

The 5th Annual Amateur Photography Contest and Exhibit runs through November 3rd, 2012, and is sponsored by Phototec.