Edie Tang Artist Edie Tang was born and raised in China. She began painting in 2019. She is totally self-taught. Her first experience as an artist was when she painted a cartoon portrait on a pair of shoes. She discovered she really enjoyed it and had a natural talent. She soon started painting people, animals and landscapes. Edie believes that being an artist is something that one is born to do and not learned at school. She went on to study through practical experience, learning through trial and error, and studying the works of YouTube and their techniques. With family encouragement and support, especially from her father who is a calligraphy artist, Edie became a full-time artist, part-time model and actress while taking care of her own children.
September Artist of the Month- David Whitney
This volunteer project began over an year ago, inspired by the Town workers I met when I participated in the Andover Leadership academy. For this project, I gradually embedded myself into their work environments. People became accustomed to my presence and I could dissolve into the background as I worked. I go to know them over multiple visits, learning the rhythm of their jobs and the personalities of the individual workers. I have had the privilege of meeting and photographing almost every Town worker. I admire the integrity dedication and skills.
August Artist of the Month
Arnav Josh is a passionate artist based in Andover Massachusetts who dedicates his craft to celebrating the beauty and diversity of sharks. With a signature style that blends realism with more stylized elements, he creates striking portraits that capture the unique essence of each species. Through his vibrant and engaging artwork, he aims to foster a deeper appreciation for these magnificent creatures and inspire action to protect our fragile marine ecosystems, while countering the Hollywood myth of bloodthirsty killer sharks. Arnav began drawing sharks in July 2024, and since then he has completed 25 digital portraits of different shark species, often taking requests from
July Artist of the Month
Lorraine O’Brien’s interest in art is connected very closely to her love of nature, and the beauty of New England’s changing seasons. She finds her inspiration for landscapes and seascapes in coastal Maine, rural Vermont or sailing on the beautiful Lake Quannapowitt. Over the years, Lorraine has studied oil, watercolor and pen and ink with many well-known artists including Roger Curtis, George Shedd AWS, Cory Staid, Elmer Reising and Thaddeus Klodnicki AWS.
June Artist of the Month
AVIS Photo Exhibit Andovers Treasures This June we welcome photographs from the Andover Village Improvement Society AVIS showcasing winning views of the various reservations AVIS is a nonprofit land trust dedicated t acquiring open space in Andover and conserving it into perpetuity AVIS manages its reservations to protect native habitat and provide opportunities for the public to…
May Artist of the Month- Thea Shapiro
Thea Shapiro is a mixed media artist who has recently rediscovered the joys of painting Her current work which favors abstract images dominated by blues and greens seeks to illuminate an inner world where grief and joy and nature coexist Thea finds peace in the process of creating art work which she considers a form of meditation…
March Artist of the Month: Pixie Yates and Dr. Dael Angelico-Hart
March Artist of the Month Pixie Yates- Pixie’s original watercolor and acrylic work features color-drenched flowers, seagrass, sunsets, cafes and shop windows, cocktails, perfume bottles, and more. and Dr Dael Angelico-Hart focuses her art to altered books and builds bird houses and castles out of books.
Artist of the Month: December 2024 – Garima Parakh
Garima Parakh Impressionist Landscape and Still Life Oil Paintings www.garimaparakh.com garima.parakh@gmail.com Phone: 339 227 2540 BIOGRAPHY Garima Parakh, born and raised in India, lives in Andover, MA. She is an Electronics Engineer and worked in the IT industry for 13 years before switching to art. Since 2011, she has been painting daily and never looked back.
Artist of the Month: November 2024- Vihaan Sirivelu and Kashvi Sirivelu
Biography Vihaan Sirivelu Vihaan Sirivelu a talented young artist in the 5th grade at High Plain Elementary is known for his creativity and imaginative flair His favorite pieceThe Spiders captures his fascination with nature and intricate details Vihaans artwork often showcases his unique perspective blending vibrant colors with playful themes and he continues to develop his skills…
Artist of the Month: September 2024 – Christopher D Phaneuf
Christopher D Phaneuf is a mixed-media abstract expressionist whose work captivates with eye catching visuals and emotional intensity. Known for his distinctive style, Phaneuf dives deep into the process of mixed-media action painting, creating pieces that are as unique as they are powerful.