around the JerSey Shore Local Art Show

BAY HEAD – Art Show opening reception

June 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Grenville Hotel, 345 Main Avenue Bay Head, entitled Sirens and the Sea, by artist Susan J Roche, Point Pleasant. The original art show and sale will be exhibited until September 30 and is in galleries available in public access and restaurant areas, which may be accessible, depending upon events, during various hours.

Roche is interested in the ocean, the shore, and people who love water. Her art has a peaceful simplicity resulting from a complex process using several artistic media. Her monochromatic sense of color creates works with a healing, calm aspect to the pieces. Roche begins with a DSLR camera encased in a professional underwater housing, photographing entirely or partially under the surface in a saltwater pool or the Atlantic Ocean as a starting point for the work. The careful blending of images and testing study prints crafted on various acid-free fine art papers and canvases. A master printmaker working large scale using archival pigment ink, then enhanced with multiple materials, including gold and silver leaf, pastels, oil paints, cold wax, beeswax, and tree resin, she blurs the lines between photography and painting. The images are tactile and painterly while also being photographic by using thin washes of color and etching into the emulsion and adding impasto.

Roche worked for many years photographing playful family groups along the shore. The underwater fine art began after experiencing Superstorm Sandy, with peaceful works emphasizing the beauty of water after the devastation from the storm. She initially began showing the pieces in her Bay Head family portrait studio, and before long, they became highly desired by collectors and commissioners. The Sirens and the Sea exhibition in the Grenville Hotels’ beautiful space seduce with its range of ethereal colors and serene and unexpected motifs.

“My work is about restoration, like being immersed in water and feeling calm. Studies offer hope after devastation and change, enhancing these elements and allowing me to satisfy my search for tranquility. Using monochromatic pigment inks on fine papers, pastels, oils, and art media with sweeping layered cold wax adds fluidity; sometimes, crystals and surface scratchings add perfect imperfections.” (S.J. Roche)

For additional information contact susanjroche@me.com, 732-703-2752, susanjroche. com

Psychic Fair

TOMS RIVER – Psychic Fair presented by the H.C.B. First Aid Auxiliary will be on July 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Holiday City West Clubhouse, 45 Cabrillo Boulevard, Toms River.

Tickets are $60 for 30-minute sessions (by appointment only). Appointments book up fast so schedule early. Money raised will be donated to the HCB First Aid Squad. For appointment, contact Madeline Wesolowski at 732-797-0686 or Madweso@comcast.net. Please leave message. She will get back to you.

Joe Hicks: Joe is a medium. As far as he can remember he has heard & seen things others don’t. When he spoke to his parents about it, they would brush it aside. He realized that not everyone saw what he could see. For years he only helped friends, but then it became more apparent that he had this gift & should be helping others. He says what he has is truly a blessing.

Margaret Steele: Is a medium, Angel card readings and automatic handwriting to contact your personal ones in Heaven. Certified Reiki Master, who also uses crystals to perform healing sessions on people & animals.

Tori: Is a Professional psychic reader. Has lot of experience. She does spiritual healing, card reading and Reike. also is a hypnotist, but does not have enough time in a half hour session.

Carol Hellings: Is a Professional psychic reader. She has been practicing for many years. She is a certified astrologer and published on Palmistry. She appeared on TV, radio, and taught classes in psychic development.

Alvateen (Carolyn): Has decades of experience. She feels like she was born with the gift of intuition.

Leslie: Has over 25 Years of experience as a Medium, Intuitive and Paranormal Investigator. With the aid of her spirit guides, she is able to give healing messages from those in spirit. And by utilizing the Tarot, Leslie can give guidance and clarity on any issues that you may need assistance with.

Miranda Hanson Of Toms River Inducted Into National Jesuit Honor Society

TOMS RIVER – Miranda Hanson was among the 71 University of Scranton students inducted into Alpha Sigma Nu, the national Jesuit honor society. Alpha Sigma Nu is the only honor society open to students and faculty in all disciplines of the University. Juniors, seniors and graduate students, including students in doctoral level degree programs, who have distinguished themselves in scholarship, loyalty and service are eligible for membership. Appointments are made by the president of the University on the recommendation of the moderator and chapter members of the society, and no more than four percent of the junior and senior class may be admitted each year. The Scranton chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu was established in 1943 and is the oldest honor society at the University.

Hanson is a senior pursing an occupational therapy degree at the Jesuit university.