Design Portfolio
Logo Design
Fairfield Public Library Joanne Hus Studios LLC, agency Logo design CONNECTICUT ART DIRECTORS’ CLUB, AWARD
joanne@joannehus.com 203-257-6512 95 Rantoul St, Studio 3-8, Beverly MA 01915
Fairfield Public Library Joanne Hus Studios LLC, agency Logo and ancillary graphics CONNECTICUT LIBRARY ASSOCIATION, PUBLICITY AWARD
joanne@joannehus.com 203-257-6512 95 Rantoul St, Studio 3-8, Beverly MA 01915
Winter Words
Fairfield Public Library Joanne Hus Studios LLC, agency Writers’ conference logo and graphics
joanne@joannehus.com 203-257-6512 95 Rantoul St, Studio 3-8, Beverly MA 01915
Previous logo
Media Networks, Inc. / A Time Inc. Company Media Networks, Inc., agency Logo revitalization
joanne@joannehus.com 203-257-6512 95 Rantoul St, Studio 3-8, Beverly MA 01915
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Fairfield Grace United Methodist Church Joanne Hus Studios LLC, agency Pro-bono event logo design
joanne@joannehus.com 203-257-6512 95 Rantoul St, Studio 3-8, Beverly MA 01915
B2B Design
MNI BeAuTy
MNI NeWs & BusINess MNI BeAuTy MNI Beauty readers are fashionable women focused on looking and feeling their best.
cosmopolitan • elle • harper’s bazaar instyle • marie claire
COsMOPOLITAN
The MNI Beauty package reaches stylish women who spend time and money to look and feel their best. They rely on their favorite magazines for tips and advice on the hottest trends and hippest styles for living active, healthy lives. With the MNI Beauty package, you can reach these influential spenders in 59 select markets nationwide.
Reader Profile Median Age: 35 Male/Female: 13%/87% Median HHI: $72,296
IN sTyLe
Fun, fearless, female says it all. Cosmopolitan is world-renowned for guiding millions of women with pertinent advice in every area of their lives. From relationships and fashion to beauty and wellness, Cosmo provides a monthly dose of tips, tricks, and trends to inspire. A mustread for stylish women everywhere, Cosmo helps define pop culture while offering readers useful information every month. Median Age: Male/Female: median hhi:
31 16%/84% $58,854
Median Age: Male/Female: median hhi:
eLLe What sets the Elle reader apart is her independent state of mind. She’s got a style and attitude all her own. She’s accomplished and professional, and turns to Elle for its playful and thought-provoking information on everything from fitness to facials and style to shopping. Median Age: Male/Female: median hhi:
MNI Beauty readers are:
33 10%/90% $71,894
harper’s bazaar
• Influentials others turn to for fashion, beauty and healthy lifestyle advice
Harper’s Bazaar is the style resource for well-heeled women with well-dressed minds. Each month, Bazaar assembles an elite group of writers, designers, and photographers to deliver a sophisticated look into the world of fashion, culture, beauty, and well-being. Bazaar’s discriminating readers turn to the magazine for its stylish commentary and insight into what’s modern today.
• C urrently attending college or working toward a post-graduate degree
Median Age: male/Female: median hhi:
In Style is a guide to the lives and lifestyles of the world’s most fascinating people. The magazine covers the private side of public faces and the expression of their personal style — the choices they make about their homes, clothes, pastimes, and passions. With photos and features, In Style opens the door to celebrities’ homes, families, parties, weddings, and charity events while offering ideas on beauty, fashion, fitness, and entertaining.
43 12%/88% $65,943
36 10%/90% $83,303
MARIe CLAIRe Marie Claire reaches fashion-conscious women seeking both style and substance. By combining the very best in fashion and beauty with practical ideas for adapting runway trends to sidewalk style, Marie Claire gives women exactly what they want. Each issue features investigative reporting that provides perspective on the subjects of interest to their readers. Median Age: Male/Female: median hhi:
34 7%/93% $72,028
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• Frequent visitors to health spas while on vacation • Heavy users of cell phones
All research sourced MRI, Spring 2009.
• Green advocates who participate in environmental causes
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MNI Beauty: On-the-go trendsetters. Target: Women Age 18–34
Coverage (6 insertions)
55%
MNI BEAUTY 37%
Glamour 25%
Allure 17%
Self 9%
Lucky
Source: MRI, Spring 2009.
MNI News & busINess MNI busINess MNI business readers are influential decision makers who invest for success. Reader Profile Median Age: 46 Male/Female: 64%/36% Median HHI: $90,863
MNI News & busINess MNI News Business week • forBes • fortune • money
Reach business-savvy professionals in the magazines they trust for news and information critical to their continued success. From business trends and finance to politics and technology, this affluent and educated audience is always on the leading edge. MNI Business is the best way to connect with key prospects in one convenient package. With 63 select markets to choose from, you’ll get the coverage you need without waste.
MNI News readers are influential consumers who stay informed. Reader Profile: Median Age: 47 Male/Female: 52%/48% Median HHI: $75,134
MNI News & busINess MNI FAMIly newsweek • the week • time u.s. News & woRld RePoRT
MNI News reaches thought leaders seeking perspective on the very latest financial and news information. Affluent, educated and influential, this audience demands the kind of comprehensive coverage that they find in their most trusted magazines. Available in 182 markets, you can efficiently and effectively reach the consumers you need with MNI News.
MNI News readers are:
MNI Family readers are family decision makers with purchasing power. Reader Profile Median Age: 35 Male/Female: 19%/81% Median HHI: $57,529
MNI NeWS & buSINeSS LIvINg MNI HeaLtHy american baby • family fun parenting early years • parents
Reach affluent, educated moms who are on the go. Women who read the MNI Lifestyle package love their active lives. Her favorite magazines are trusted resources for accurate and current information about everything she needs to run a busy household. She investigates the best products and the best prices, and makes most of the purchases for the home. Find her in 59 select markets around the country.
MNI Healthy Living readers are women focused on looking and feeling their best. Reader Profile Median Age: 44 Male/Female: 25%/75% Median HHI: $58,452
MNI NEws & busINEss MNI ENTERTaINMENT fitness • health
The MNI healthy living package delivers health-conscious adults with a passion for fitness and an active lifestyle. Frequent travelers, they depend on their favorite magazines for information about nutrition, healthcare, the latest gear and more. Target them in 59 select markets nationwide.
MNI Healthy Living readers are:
MNI Entertainment readers are red carpet consumers with spending power. Reader Profile Median Age: 39 Male/Female: 36%/64% Median HHI: $65,944
MNI NeWs & busINess MNI LuxuRy ENTERTaINMENT wEEkly | PEoPlE
The MNI Entertainment package reaches chic, smart readers who are experts on whom and what is hot and cool. These readers are pop-culture pros, from faux fur to Feng Shui, and from L.A. to the garment district these affluent, influential spenders rely on their trusted mags to keep them ahead of the trends. Available in 40 select markets so you can reach these fashionable readers right where they live.
MNI Entertainment readers are:
MNI Family readers are:
• A re influentials others turn to for beauty, fashion and shopping advice
• Influentials who others turn to for information and advice
• Moms with 2+ children at home
• Seek medical information online
• A ctively involved in their communities, both politically and civically
• Primary grocery shoppers for the household
• Visit spas while on vacation
• Frequent social networking site visitors
• Mobile internet users
• Regularly eat organic foods
• Culturel mavens, frequently attending local events — theater, nightclubs, cinema, concerts
• Affluent investors who track and trade stocks online
• Healthcare influentials seeking the latest medical information online
• Are health conscious women who exercise frequently
• Frequent travelers for both business and leisure • Affluent investors who track and trade stocks online
• Leisure travel decision makers
• Influentials who others turn to for beauty, fashion and shopping tips
MNI business delivers more business decision makers.
MNI News reaches more professionals than local publications.
MNI Healthy Living: Staying fit and having fun.
• Saving for college with 529 accounts
Health Conscious Women
MNI Family: Affluent and educated spenders.
MNI HEALTHY LIVING
MNI business readers are:
• Professional/managerial
• Top management/executives of all size businesses • Decision makers for business purchases $1 million+
Target: Top Management
% Reach (6 insertions)
32%
MNI BUSINESS
Target: HHI $100,000+
MNI NEWS
6x Coverage
42%
Target: Moms
Index (Adult = 100)
288
MNI FAMILY
7%
15%
Heavy Radio Listeners
7%
10%
City business journals
The Wall Street Journal
Heavy TV Viewers
6%
10%
The Economist
The Economist
36%
• Have investments worth $250,000+ • A re influentials who others reply on for shopping, beauty and fashion advice
MNI Luxury: First class and five star. MNI LUXURY
Coverage (6 insertions)
55%
7%
Conde Nast Traveler 5%
Veranda
Rolling Stone
85
• Fly first class
Target: Women, HHI $100,000+
Coverage (6 insertions)
21%
Heavy TV Viewer
84
MNI Entertainment: Red carpet spenders with red carpet style. MNI ENTERTAINMENT
Heavy Radio Listener
110
The most effective and efficient way to reach an affluent and refined audience is the MNI Luxury package of magazines. Readers with the most extravagant homes and elegant personal style, these women invest in the best. Reach these influential, style-savvy shoppers in 39 select markets nationwide.
• Attend cultural events — theater, opera, concerts, museums
• Movie enthusiasts, frequently watching pay-per-view movies and events
Target: Entertainment Influential
106
Heavy Newspaper Reader 100
USA Today
City business journals
cooking light • food & wine • real simple town & country • travel + leisure
• Entertain frequently and cook for fun
• Mobile internet users
196
Reader Profile Median Age: 47 Male/Female: 26%/74% Median HHI: $82,423
MNI Luxury readers:
• Influentials others turn to for shopping, beauty and fashion advice
Index (Adults = 100)
MNI Luxury readers are affluent consumers who live the good life.
3%
17%
Saveur
Us Weekly 16%
80
Heavy Newspaper Readers
Star 5%
Spin
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Media Networks, Inc. Media Networks, Inc., agency Sell sheet series design
joanne@joannehus.com 203-257-6512 95 Rantoul St, Studio 3-8, Beverly MA 01915
Source: MRI, Spring 2009.
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Geo-targeted online campaigns
40 Leading consumer titles
Your ad
Exclusive subscriber copies
Mobile ads that connect with consumers Local ads in national magazines Targeted Ads. Get Results.
Targeted Ads. Get Results.
V e ry Lo ca l . V e ry S i m p l e . MNI Digital does it all. Objectives
Multi-channel implementation
Strategy, planning, and buying
Your ad files
Boston Dallas Seattle
optimization, Reporting, and post-campaign analysis
National sites with geo-targeting
Local sites
Social networks
@ Ad networks
Targeted Ads. Get Results.
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Looking forward to success and growth in the New Year.
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Media Networks, Inc. Media Networks, Inc., agency Card design and illustration CONNECTICUT ART DIRECTORS’ CLUB AWARD
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B2C Design
AMRA PASIC / THINKSTOCKPHOTOS.COM
In Brighton you’ll find color palettes galore to inspire you, like these beach huts. ABOUT MARGO TANTAU
a Lill s er Rog
join us for
the global art gathering June 12, 2015 . Brighton, UK
PHOTO COURTESY MIDWEST-CBK
Above: Some of the BoHo home décor collection, created by Zoë Ingram for Midwest-CBK. This was just one of several commissions Zoë earned by being named the Grand Prize Winner of the Global Talent Search—in addition to becoming one of the newest artists represented by Lilla Rogers Studio.
Make Art That Sells The Global Art Gathering :: 7
Registration is now OPEN for
Make Art That Sells: The Global Art Gathering which will rock the creative city of Brighton, UK on June 12, 2015
LILLA ROGERS Agent, Author, Artist
Spend a day in the company of people who will make you believe in the potential of your own creative career.
Join us
This exciting new one day event will bring together leading experts from the art industry with artists from all over the world, to explore how to build a flourishing art/design career by making great art that is commercially viable.
Led by host Lilla Rogers, one of the top art agents in the US who has sold art for products worth over $100 million, this event is not to be missed. It will be a special opportunity to get an insight into what art sells and why, how to find more joy in your art and make a healthy living from your creativity. This is a chance to connect with other artists, grow your community and build your creative confidence.
for an incredible live event in Europe’s most creative city.
Dear Artist, Do you crave real expert advice on how to make your work more commercially viable while staying true to yourself? Do you have burning questions about the world of licensing? Do you want to connect with other artists from around the world and be part of something very special? Then join us for Make Art That Sells—the Global Art Gathering.
Get industry insight from art directors and other experts
MARGO TANTAU VP, Design & Creative, Midwest-CBK
SHARONA JACOBS
on topics such as licensing, selling and standing out from the crowd. If you are serious
After three decades in the business I know what’s hot, what’s on the horizon, what art directors look for and how to apply that knowledge to your own art work. I will be doing a LIVE review of art on the stage (which might include your work!) and sharing the latest trend insight from the cutting edge of this industry. I have also reached deep into my little black book to gather some of the top industry experts working today to join us for a series of Q&A sessions. This is your opportunity to see them speak LIVE, to ask them anything and get all the motivation you need to take your career to the next level.
about your art career, then
Perhaps even more importantly, I have found that something magical happens when you get together with a large group of like-minded creative people, and I’m very much looking forward to seeing the sparks fly.
this is not to be missed!
This is going to be THE art event of the year, and I hope you will be part of it by joining us in Brighton. I can’t wait to see you!
xoxo
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COVER PHOTO: NICKOS / THINKSTOCKPHOTOS.COM • BACK COVER PHOTO: PETER PRIOR
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Make Art That Sells Lilla Rogers Studio, agency
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join us for
the global art gathering June 12, 2015 . Brighton, UK
Make Art That Sells: The Global Art Gathering will take place in the Concert Hall of the stunning Brighton Dome in Brighton, on the south coast of England. 8 :: http://www.makeartthatsells.com
Downloadable brochure promoting a live event
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PHOTO COURTESY MIDWEST-CBK
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Retrace Margo’s career path, and you’ll find yourself literally all over the map. Margo blends a passion for art, design and the people who create it, with an understanding of specialty retailing, manufacturing, and the challenges of being an independent artist. Margo’s love of possibility enabled her to turn the success of her unique Napa Valley retail store, Tantau, into a soughtafter wholesale business called Relish. This retailer-favorite venture represented unique small artists nationally and internationally, and specialized in product that would differentiate any store buyer who chose to place an order. Her success with Relish led to national magazine work, and four years as Creative Director of seasonal décor company, Midwest of Cannon Falls. Later she joined Hallmark, where she served as Creative Director of Retail Product Development and led a new in-house manufacturing division. Margo consults with artists and works with creative companies to assure successful growth. She has recently returned to Midwest—now called Midwest-CBK—to be the Creative and Design lead of the company, as they forge new and exciting paths in the industry while respecting their unique artful legacy. She’s madly enjoying the challenge. Margo loves working with artists and it is this passion that guides her creative spirit.
PHOTO COURTESY MIDWEST-CBK
PHOTO COURTESY MIDWEST-CBK
Margo Tantau Vice-President, Design and Creative Midwest-CBK
Week 2 Character Part 2
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ILLUSTRATING Children’s
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online course
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mini exercise
the eyes have it
Week 2
Character Part 2
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ILLUSTRATING Children’s
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online course
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assignment
a page of faces showing emotions ASSIGNMENT 2 Draw the main character in your text showing a variety of facial expressions. You can submit a page of your whole character with emotions, or simply a page of your character’s faces with emotions. Either is fine.
TIP Breaking down the assignment into tiny bits helps melt away procrastination.
Some of my dolls
Inna Kapustenko
Subject matter Art directors want to see that you can do your character with a variety of emotions. This page is going to be part of your pitch.
Welcome to your second Mini Exercise! Did you enjoy the Mini last week? Did you benefit from having two days to focus on one smallish part? Did you find that narrowing down the focus actually allows you to focus more deeply? That’s the idea.
Play around with drawing your character with a whole bunch of facial expressions. Next week we’ll teach you about poses, so hold off on drawing the whole figure in a variety of poses. If you draw the figure, keep the pose simple. Just focus on the stuff going on in the face. Use the eyes, eyebrows, mouth, tilt of the head, etc., to show your character’s emotions. Your page can be sketch-like, as Zoë has shown. Assignment A Page of Faces Showing Emotion :: 1
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This is a tool I want you to use in all of your art assignments and art gigs that you get going forward. It’s great for kids, too. EYEs
You’ve so far learned that your character is key. And the main features of your character are facial expressions. And the most important feature of facial expressions are the EYES!
make art that sells illustrating children’s books
prep for the assignment
Zoë’s character design checklist
I know what you’re saying: “Lilla, I can’t draw eyes like that gorgeous piece by Inna at the top of this post! Does that mean I can’t have a brilliant children’s book illustration career?” I say, don’t worry, tons of people have great book careers who can’t paint like that. It’s about vibe and charm and creation of character. You’ve come to the
Week 2
bonus
This is everything you need to design a super strong character! Pin it up, pop it in your sketchbook, and just keep it handy and work your way through it.
1
Observation and reference
Observation and reference are the root to designing a believable character.
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Mini Exercise The Eyes Have It :: 1
Be confident and draw from life, even if your drawings are wild, unruly and not something you would want to share — your brain and eyes are learning what they see. And remember, your character doesn’t have to be realistic, but the foundations underpinning it must have a recognizable emotion and physicality.
2
Draw a LOT!
Draw your character in lots of poses and with lots of expressions. Make sure they are convincing and can do what you need them to do: run, sit, eat, dance, skip, play a musical instrument, jump, splash, swim, fly, cartwheel, etc. Test them out by asking someone else to describe the emotions, mood and activity. Did they guess right? If not, work out the problem and change it.
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3
Act things out, either in front of a mirror, or use family/friends
Don’t assume ANYTHING! Watch what people do, and take note. Where is the weight and tension in the body? How do they move? Where do they look?
4
Use all the tools available to convey emotion
Carry the mood and expression through the whole figure. Happiness isn’t just about a smile, it’s in the eyes, the tilt of the head and the body language. For example, they might be standing bold and straight, with arms outstretched, welcoming.
5
Put yourself in the character’s shoes
What do they need? What do they want? How are they feeling? Believe in it yourself, otherwise it will be soulless.
6
Keep life and vitality in the line of your drawings
Embrace the imperfection, and don’t be tempted to trace — I can tell! Draw your character over and over again, and try not to labour, or overthink. Keep it light, fun and full of warmth and humour.
Bonus Zoë’s Character Design Checklist :: 1
Make Art That Sells Lilla Rogers Studio, agency Downloadable PDFs for online art courses
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Book Clubs
Knit and Read
Enjoy great books and knit, too! Bring a lunch if you like.
Books and Banter
September 13: The House at Tyneford (Solomons) October 11: I Am Nujood, Age 10 and Divorced (Ali) November 29: The Midwife of Venice (Rich)
Jeffrey C. Williams
Home of Happy Dancers: The Story of Bridgeport, Connecticut’s Ritz Ballroom
Thursdays from 1:30–3:00 pm Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Saturday, October 6, 11:00 am Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Leader: Laurie Weiner is a graduate of Drexel University and has been a member of the circulation staff at Fairfield Woods Branch for 14 years. This is her fifth year leading Books and Banter and she brings her passion for research and reading to the group.
Spencer Quinn
A Fistful of Collars Author Talk and Luncheon* Tuesday, October 9, noon Rotary Room, Main Library
Third Thursday of each month, noon–1:00 pm Fairfield Woods Branch Library Presenter: Nancy Coriaty, Deputy Town Librarian
Librarians on Loan
Fairfield Woods Book Club
Vernona Gomez
September 26: The Art of Healing Heartbeats (Sendker) October 31: Sense of an Ending (Barnes) November 28: Silver Sparrow (Jones)
Lefty: An American Odyssey
Fall 2012 Programs
September 20: Violet Season (Czepiel) October 18: Midwife of Venice (Rich) November 15: Color of Tea (Tunnicliffe) December 20: Before I Go To Sleep (Watson)
Sunday, October 21, 2:00 pm Rotary Room, Main Library
Last Wednesday of each month, 2:00 pm Small meeting room, Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Sonia Taitz
The Watchmaker’s Daughter: A Memoir Author Talk and Luncheon*
Leader: Claudia Silk, Fairfield librarian and a life-long reader, is especially interested in contemporary fiction, the classics, and the occasional mystery. She started a mother-daughter book club and has been a member of several other clubs.
Thursday, October 25, noon Rotary Room, Main Library
Adam Gidwitz
A Tale Dark & Grimm and In A Glass Grimmly Children’s Author
International Author Book Club
November 27 or 29 (TBD), 6:30 pm Children’s Program Room, Main Library
Peter Golden
O Powerful Western Star: American Jews, Russian Jews and the Final Battle of the Cold War Tuesday, November 13, 7:00 pm Memorial Room, Main Library
NAMI Book Group
The Library co-sponsors this book group with NAMI—the National Association of Mental Illness. For three decades NAMI has supported people living with mental illness and their families. It provides educational programs for the community and promotes healthy living.
September 13: Glass Palace (Ghosh) October 11: White Teeth (Smith) November 8: The Man Who Loved China (Winchester) December 13: Love and Summer (Trevor)
September 20: The Glass Castle (Walls) November 15: A Lethal Inheritance: A Mother Uncovers the Science Behind Three Generations of Mental Illness (Costello)
Second Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm Jennings Room, Main Library
Third Thursday of every other month, 7:00 pm Jennings Room, Main Library
Presenter: Khorshed Randeria, Board Member, Friends of Fairfield Public Library. French teacher, life coach and avid reader, she immigrated to the United States as a young adult and continues to travel internationally.
* The Friends of the Fairfield Public Library underwrite the author luncheons on October 9 and 25. Please preregister and pay $5 per person in advance to help offset the cost. If seating is available, you can also pay at the door the day of the event.
Town Librarian, Karen Ronald and Deputy Town Librarian, Nancy Coriaty are available to visit your book club, school, etc. Please give them one month notice. The book can be your choice or theirs. Please call 203-256-3158 to reserve our librarians. Presenters: Karen and Nancy have visited over 30 private homes, schools and clubs. They enjoy meeting readers and sharing their love of reading and libraries.
Leader: Khorshed Randeria
FALL 2012 CATALOG :: 3
REQUIRES REGISTRATION
PEQUO T LIBR ARY
O N E B O O K , O N E TO W N • M A R C H 2 012
Fairfield Reads Together
One Book One Town
ALLAN WOLF
—John Keats
For the past five years, the Library has been announcing the
One Book One Town book choice in early winter. During the summer and early fall the One Book One Town committee reads voraciously and has lively discussions as they work to make the best possible book selection for our town. After the announcement the town joins in, with thousands having attended the One Book One
VOICES FROM THE TITANIC
AUTHOR PRESENTATION • Monday March 26, 7 pm Regina A. Quick Center, Fairfield University Program Registration opens February 1
Borrow a copy today at the Fairfield Public Library, the Fairfield Woods Branch Library, Pequot Library, or buy it at the Fairfield University Bookstore.
Fairfield Public Library One Book One Town Selections 2013 To be announced 2012 The Watch That Ends the Night: Voices from the Titanic by Allan Wolf 2011 Eating Animals by Jonathan Safran Foer 2010 Into the Beautiful North by Luis Alberto Urrea 2009 The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick 2008 Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortensen and David Oliver Relin
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Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness…
The Watch That Ends the Night:
Town programs. Hundreds fill the auditoriums for the culmination of One Book One Town: the arrival of the author. We have to move outside the Library to
Author Allan Wolf enjoys himself at the reception in his honor at the Quick Center.
accommodate more readers— this year the author talk was at the Fairfield University Quick Center.
So keep a lookout for the announcement and keep the book talk going—with your friends, with your book group, maybe in line at the grocery store. Reading is something that we do alone but has a strange way of bringing us together with other people. One Book One Town is an enriching way to come together in Fairfield.
Most programs are free and open to the public. Limited seating. Register online at www.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org, or call 203-256-3160. Main Library 1080 Old Post Road Fairfield, CT 06824 Circulation: 203-256-3155 Reference: 203-256-3160 Children’s: 203-256-3161 Hours: M, W 9–5; T, Th 9–9; F 9–6; Sat 1–5; Sun 1–5 (starting 9/16/12)
Fairfield Woods Branch 1147 Fairfield Woods Road Fairfield, CT 06825 Circulation: 203-255-7307 Reference: 203-255-7308 Children’s: 203-255-7327 Hours: M, W 9–8; T, Th 9–5; F 9–6; Sat 9–1; Sun closed
Fairfield Public Library Joanne Hus Studios LLC, agency Program catalog CONNECTICUT LIBRARY ASSOCIATION, PUBLICITY AWARD
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Create and Craft @ Woods CRAFTSpiration Purls of Wisdom Knitting Group
Whether you are an advanced knitter or just learning, this is a great group to join. Crocheters welcome, too. Individual projects, community projects, and friendships are knit together each week.
This camp was invaluable to my daughter… [she] takes sewing as part of her Unified Arts Middle School curriculum, and this class gave her more confidence with all aspects of sewing.
Sewing Studio
Thursdays, 10:00 am–noon Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Sew Easy Group, American Sewing Guild
Join the sewing craze and learn all aspects of sewing. Bring a lunch, work on personal sewing projects and learn new sewing techniques. American Sewing Guild is a national organization. Third Saturday of each month, 9:30 am–12:30 pm Fairfield Woods Branch Library
Fall 2016 Programs
Craft Salon
Free DIY (Do It Yourself) sessions. Ignite your creative spark while you create new projects with friends. Join us as we rediscover the pleasures and process of crafting. Ages 18 and up. October 1: Wine Cork Pumpkin and Altered Book Pumpkin Centerpiece Make one or two fall centerpieces using wine corks or altered book pages. November 5: Beaded Napkin Rings Ellen and Rebecca join forces to help you create napkin rings with beads and wire. December 3: Learn Decopatch! Alexandra is coming from our local Poster’s Arts and Crafts to show us how to do Decopatch, a modern twist on decoupage. January 7: Coloring and Dot-to-Dot Join Nancy and Jane for a meditative coloring experience. Coloring continues to be a fast-growing, relaxation hobby for adults and Dot-to-Dot puzzles exercise the brain. Recover from the holidays, enjoy a lavender-scented room and color your way to calm.
Participate in the handmade revolution. Whatever your skill, we hope to inspire you to be creative. Sewing is more than a needle pulling thread. It boosts brainpower, confidence, dexterity and coordination.
Sew Studio 101
Have you wanted to try your hand at sewing, but are a little intimidated? These sessions are relaxed and very flexible. Learn how to sew, mend, operate a sewing machine, read a pattern, embroider—you name it. Bring a project that you want to work on or try one of our sample projects. We are happy to introduce you to the thrill of saying “I made it myself!” Wednesdays, 6:00–7:30 pm (No class on November 23) Platt Walsh Room, Fairfield Woods Branch Library Leader: Jane Siefert, Library Administrative Assistant, has been sewing since early childhood. Her passion and love of sewing is apparent to anyone who participates in her classes.
First Saturday of the month, 10:00 am–noon Platt Walsh Room, Fairfield Woods Branch Library Presenters: Nancy Coriaty, Ellen Harvey and Jane Siefert
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Welcome to the Writers’ Library
Librarians and writers have always shared a special relationship. We see writers working away at tables quietly. We find them wonderful resources. We connect them with mentors who help them with the writing process. And we celebrate their successes with author talks and book launches. The Fairfield Public Library has a variety of services for writers. We have a beautiful “Writers’ Room” where writers can gather and discuss their works and/or write together. To reserve the room call the Main Library Reference Desk at 203-256-3160. A small collection of books on writing is available for loan from this room, which was beautifully enhanced thanks to the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library.
Author Talks
The Library offers Author Talks throughout the year. These are wonderful opportunities to connect with fellow writers and find guidance and inspiration. See page 3 of this catalog for a listing of upcoming Author Talks.
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Writers’ Groups The Library hosts four writers’ groups that meet regularly. Volunteers lead these popular groups. We keep the size to one that promotes active participation and positive support. The number of members tends to fluctuate. If you are interested in joining a group please contact Karen Ronald at kronald@fplct.org. Writers’ Groups take place in the Jennings Room, Main Library, except where noted. Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, noon–2:00 pm First and third Wednesday of each month, 10:00 am–noon
Writing Workshops The Romance of Writing: A Panel Discussion with Romance Writers
According to Romance Writers of America (RWA), romance novels are making a huge comeback. Join us for a lively discussion on the writing, the history and the future of romance novels. There will be a panel of historical and contemporary romance authors to discuss their books and the writing process. The program will be led by author and visual artist Gail Ingis and author Claire Gem. Their titles will be available for purchase and signing.
Thursdays twice a month as follows: September 8 and 22, October 6 and 20, November 3 and 17, December 1 and 15, and January 5, 10:30 am–12:30 pm: Focus is Memoir and Personal Essay
Saturday, October 8, 11:00 am Memorial Room, Main Library
Second and fourth Saturday of each month, 1:00–3:30 pm
Each November aspiring novelists take to the page for National Novel Writing Month. Many of these same strategies work for writing memoir. In this two-hour writing workshop, memoir teacher and editor Carol Dannhauser reveals how to write The Story of You using NaNoWriMo tips, tools and techniques. Learn how to overcome common stumbling blocks, how to plot your work, how to address “the truth,” how to find your voice and how to keep readers engaged.
The Writers Read
This monthly program provides a welcoming and supportive environment in which to read your work. Writers’ Group leader Alex is the host of this program. First Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm Memorial Room, Main Library
Writers’ Salon
Writers gather for a Writers’ Salon and share their stories about the writing process and their works. Writers’ Group leaders Alex and Donna start the discussion and encourage all to participate. Sometimes we are fortunate to have a visiting writer lead the conversation. First Friday of each month, 4:00–6:00 pm Writer’s Room, Main Library
Write The Story of You Using NaNoWriMo Strategies
Sunday, October 9, 2:00–4:00 pm Rotary Room, Main Library Presenter: Carol Dannhauser is a journalist, editor and co-founder of the Fairfield County Writers’ Studio. She is an adjunct professor of journalism at Quinnipiac University.
So You Want to Write a Children’s Book
A mini conference for authors and would-be children’s authors to share their knowledge and passion for wonderful stories/writing for the young. Friday, December 16, 9:00 am–4:00 pm Rotary Room, Main Library Presenters: to be announced
Author Dick Jorgensen
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Writers’ Workshops
Anthony Doerr
All the Light We Cannot See Friday, May 16, 7:00 pm Fairfield University, Gonzaga Auditorium 1073 North Benson Rd, Fairfield
Terry Hayes I Am Pilgrim
Wednesday, May 28, 7:00 pm Fairfield University, Gonzaga Auditorium 1073 North Benson Rd, Fairfield
Bianca Turetsky
The Time-Traveling Fashionista and Cleopatra Queen of the Nile Date TBD Main Library
Writing workshops are also offered on specific topics: children’s literature, how to get published, etc.
Writing for Children: Continued for the Absolute Beginner Have you always dreamed of writing a children’s story? Did you know that you already have all the tools you need to begin? By drawing on your own experiences, your joy and pain, your interests or family history, you can write a wonderful and unique children’s story. Please come to these sessions with a notebook and pen, and a few ideas of what you’d like to write. Everyone welcome. Register for each date separately. Tuesdays, January 28, February 25, March 25, April 29, 7:00–8:30 pm Memorial Room, Main Library
Writers’ Programs
Instructor: Christine Pakkala is a graduate of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and a former Fulbright scholar. Her children’s book, Last But Not Least Lola, was recently published by Boyd’s Mill Press (Spring, 2013). She has published several essays, poems, and articles.
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All programs are free and open to the public. Limited seating. Register online at www.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org, or call 203-256-3160. Main Library 1080 Old Post Road Fairfield, CT 06824
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