Community Matters Aberdeen Village
July 2017
Bill Walter won a People’s Choice award for his Art is Ageless® entry, “German Shepherd.”
Art is Ageless® winners named Aberdeen Village recently hosted a reception for the winning artists in the annual Art is Ageless® juried competition. “We are honored to exhibit artwork by seniors,” said Christina Ammann, marketing director. “Art is Ageless is unique in featuring only the works of artists age 65 and older. Our artists prove that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.” Winners in the Aberdeen Village Art is Ageless juried competition were: ART, continued on page 2 CEO, continued on page 4
Aberdeen resident and artist, Ed Duman, with his Art is Ageless® entry.
Exploring art at Aberdeen Village “Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” — Thomas Merton Aberdeen resident and artist Ed Duman has certainly found himself and lost himself in the art programs here at Aberdeen Village. Prior to moving to Aberdeen, Ed “dabbled” in art. When he moved to our community six years ago he was “bugged” by other residents to join the weekly art class held every Friday. Ed declined several times and said he was happy doing his own artwork, mostly watercolors because it was “quick and easy.” But it wasn’t long until other residents pulled Ed into the art culture that is found here. After taking several classes he realized he enjoyed the colored pencil drawing. Ed also became involved with the monthly art gallery at Aberdeen that showcases local artists. EXPLORE, continued on page 3
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People’s Choice: Bill Walter, “German Shepherd”
Painting: Ed Duman, “Volcano Inferno”
For the competition, works must have been completed in the past five years.
Mixed Media: Bill Walter, “Launching of Discovery”
Started in 1980, Art is Ageless is an extension of PMMA’s wellness programs, which focus on mental, physical, social and spiritual health.
Local competition winners will join winners from 16 other Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America communities to be judged at the masterpiece level. Winning entries at the masterpiece level may be selected for publication in PMMA’s annual Art is Ageless calendar and note cards.
The Art is Ageless program encourages Aberdeen Village residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through the annual competition, as well as art classes, musical and dramatic events, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year.
Honorable Mention: Ann Hendrickson, “The Fish Are ALL Mine” Quilting: Carolyn Habighorst, “Harvest” Needlework: Twila Butts, “Bouquet of Magnolias”
Drawing (professional): Carol Rondinelli, “Striking” Drawing (amateur): Shirley Dixon, “Here’s Looking atYou” Christmas: Twila Butts, “Twelve Days of Christmas”
Community Matters is published monthly for residents and friends of Aberdeen Village by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at: PresbyterianManors.org. Tim Allin, executive director Chrissie Ammann, director of sales and marketing To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Chrissie Ammann, director of sales and marketing, cammann@pmma.org.
ABOVE: Anna Hendrix with her honorable mention entry, “The Fish Are All Mine.”
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LEFT: Twila Butts and her first place entry in the needlework category, “Bouquet of Magnolias.”
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The Art is Ageless® competition was a natural fit for Ed to explore. He has entered many pieces of his work in the six years he has lived with us and has won four times. In fact, he was a big winner in this year’s competition, with several entries from the Christmas category to painting category. Ed remembers his favorite piece. It was a colored pencil drawing of a denim jacket. “I loved that drawing and thought that it would definitely win something.” Unfortunately, it didn’t garner a win, but he still has that drawing. It is among his favorites. As you may imagine, six years of art has filled Ed’s apartment walls.
He has sold several paintings. When he was approached to sell one, Ed suggested that the buyer instead write the check to the Good Samaritan program, which helps Aberdeen Village residents who have outlived their financial resources. Like many of us, Ed has had changes in his vision, but he is determined to not let that hamper his love for art. During this year’s Art is Ageless competition Ed entered two abstract paintings that demonstrate a new painting technique he has learned: Fluid Acrylic Pour. Artists may know it as the “dirty pour,” simply because you put all of your paint in a cup with a few other ingredients to make it spread across the canvas. According to Ed, it can get dirty and messy, but he loves
the new technique and it keeps him connected to art. He also enjoys playing music on banjo and ukulele. Just as Ed was pulled into the art culture at Aberdeen, he has done the same with newer residents as they have moved in. “I enjoy art, and it helps me stay connected with my community here at Aberdeen. It also keeps me busy and engaged.” Ed’s best piece of advice for a newcomer or those who may be timid to try art is, “Just give it a try, you will love it.” Ed’s paintings are available to purchase. If you are interested in seeing his pieces, contact our main office.
Art is Ageless ABOVE LEFT: Carol Rondinelli and her first place entry in the professional drawing category, “Striking.” ABOVE: Carolyn Habighorst with her first place quilting entry, “Harvest.” LEFT: Shirley Dixon with “Here’s Looking at You,” the first place entry in the drawing category.
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