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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1978-October 1982

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The image is a scanned page from a publication or a magazine, specifically from the year 1979. It appears to be a news article or section related to the "1979 NEMA Publications Awards," which were presented at an annual conference in Salem, Massachusetts. The page is divided into two main sections:

  1. The first section focuses on the awards and their recipients. It lists various categories such as High Budget Color, High Budget Black and White, Low Budget, Medium Budget, and special awards. The winners for each category are detailed, including the names of the authors, editors, and designers involved.

  2. The second section is titled "PEOPLE" and features articles about appointments and promotions in various museums and institutions across New England and Connecticut. It includes details about new roles and changes in staff for museums like the Portland Museum of Art, Fogg Art Museum, and the Wadsworth Atheneum.

In the upper right corner of the page, there is a small photograph of two individuals, presumably the winners of the awards mentioned in the first section. The page also mentions a workshop organized by NEMA for the Connecticut League of Historical Societies, held on November 3, which focused on teaching local history.

The overall tone of the page is informational, presenting details about the NEMA awards and staff changes in the cultural and educational context of the time.

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The image shows an open book with a clipping pasted on the right-hand page. The clipping is from a publication discussing the 1979 NEMA (New England Museum Association) Publications Awards presented at the annual conference in Salem, MA. The top section of the clipping lists the winners of the awards, categorized by budget and type of publication, such as exhibition catalogues, newsletters, calendars, and special awards for consistent excellence in publications design.

There is a small photograph in the top right corner of the clipping showing two people receiving an award. The caption identifies them as Jane Watts from the Fogg Museum of Art and Robert Doty from the Currier Gallery of Art.

The bottom section of the clipping is titled "PEOPLE" and provides information about various appointments and promotions within museums and historical societies. It mentions individuals who have been appointed to new positions, such as Duncan F. Ralph at the Portland Museum of Art, Calvin Hennig as Curator of Collections at the same museum, and others at different institutions.

The book itself appears to be an older volume, as indicated by the yellowed pages and the worn binding. There is also a piece of tape at the top of the page, suggesting that the clipping might have been attached to the page for reference or record-keeping purposes.

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This image shows an open page from a printed publication, likely a newsletter or magazine from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) or the National Endowment for the Arts Museums Program (NEMA), dated Friday, October 5, 1979.

The main content is divided into two primary sections:

1. 1979 NEMA Publications Awards (Left & Top Right):
The headline announces awards presented at the annual NEMA conference in Salem. These awards recognize excellence in museum publications across different budget categories.

  • High Budget Color, Exhibition Catalogues:
    • William Sommer: Master of Watercolor, Currier Gallery of Art, Manchester, NH.
    • Old Master Drawings, Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA.
  • High Budget Black and White, Exhibition Catalogues:
    • Life and Times in Shoe City, Essex Institute, Salem, MA.
    • Pamela Guran et al., Essex Institute Staff, Designers.
  • Medium Budget, General Publications:
    • The First Ten Years, New England Aquarium.
  • Low Budget, General Publications:
    • Folk Art in America Lecture Series, Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford, CT.
  • High Budget, General Publications:
    • Worcester Art Museum Journal, Worcester Art Museum, Worcester, MA.
  • Newsletters and Calendars:
    • 1979 Bulletins, Emily Eaton, Deborah Zosch, John Holmstrom, Authors; Joseph Cortin, Designer.
  • Ephemera:
    • Invitation and Program for Library Opening, The Bostonian Society, Boston, MA.
  • Special Award for Consistent Excellence in Publications Design:
    • Wadsworth Atheneum, Hartford, CT.

A photo credit is included next to a small, black-and-white photograph of two individuals sitting side-by-side in a car. The caption reads:

Jane Watts, Fogg Museum of Art, and Robert Baily, the Currier Gallery of Art, receive awards for their museums.

2. PEOPLE (Bottom Left): This section provides personnel updates for various museums and art institutions:

  • Duncan F. Ralph appointed to newly created position of Development Officer at the Portland Museum of Art, ME.
  • Christine B. Rushmer joins the US$2 Construction Museum, Boston, MA, as Librarian.
  • Janel Gelman promoted to position of Curator of Education at the Museum of Fine Arts and the George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum, Springfield, MA.
  • Danielle Rice appointed Curator of Education at the Wadsworth Atheneum.
  • Susan Mahn Doeringer and Gabriela Joppson appointed to expanded positions at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University.
  • Louise Ambler becomes Assistant to the Director at the University of Toronto Art Gallery.
  • Constane Clement appointed Assistant Director for Publications and Information at the Yale Center for British Art.
  • Daniel B. Feldman appointed Business Manager of the Wadsworth Atheneum.
  • Mary Rose Boswell appointed Assistant Curator of the New Hampshire Historical Society.
  • Marcy A. Wasilewski appointed Director of the Museum of Our National Heritage, Lexington, MA.
  • Elizabeth Goldstein appointed Assistant Curator for Education at the Cooperstown Museum Studies Program.
  • Patricia Cahill returns to the Springfield Newspapers after two years with the art museums.
  • Richard H. Resenwery appointed Curator of Education and Assistant to the Director for Special Exhibitions at the Heritage Plantation of Sandwich.

3. NEMA Runs Workshop for Connecticut League of Historical Societies (Top Right, under the photo):
This brief article announces a November 3 workshop hosted by NEMA for the Connecticut League of Historical Societies. The program, titled “Teaching Local History,” focused on using changing exhibitions, demonstrations, and hands-on programs to teach local history in museums.

The overall layout is typical of a professional newsletter from the late 1970s, with two columns of dense text, a small photograph, and clear headings. The paper shows some signs of age and wear, particularly at the top edge where a tear is visible. The binding of the publication is visible on the right side.

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The image shows a page from a book or magazine. The title at the top of the page reads "1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS PRESENTED AT THE ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN SALEM." Below the title, there are several categories of awards, such as "Low Budget, General Publications: Fine Art," "High Budget Color, Exhibition Catalogs," and "High Budget Black and White, Drawings, Fug Art." Each category lists the winners and runners-up, along with their names and the titles of their publications. The page also includes a section titled "PEOPLE," which features a list of individuals and their new roles or appointments in various organizations. The text is organized in a structured format, with headings and subheadings, and is printed in black on a white background.

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The image shows a spread from a book or magazine, featuring text and images related to the 1979 New England Museum Association (NEMA) Publications Awards. The left page includes a list of winners in various categories, such as "High Budget Color," "High Budget Black and White," "High Budget Drawings," and "Medium Budget." The right page contains a black-and-white photograph of two people, possibly museum staff or award recipients, along with a brief description of the NEMA Workshop for Connecticut League of Historical Societies. The text is presented in a clear, legible font, and the layout is organized and easy to read.

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The image depicts an open book page from a publication titled "1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS," presented at the Annual Conference in Salem. The page is divided into two main sections: "1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS" at the top and "PEOPLE" below it.

Top Section: 1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS

  • Content: This section lists the winners of various awards given by the National Education Media Association (NEMA) for the year 1979. The awards are categorized into different budget levels and types of publications.
  • Details:
    • High Budget, Color, Exhibition Catalogues: William Sommer (Master of Watercolor, Currie Gallery of Art, Manchester, NH).
    • High Budget, Black and White, Exhibition Catalogues: Museum of Art, University of Cambridge.
    • Low Budget, Exhibition Catalogues: Life Studies in Shoe City, Essex Institute, Salem, MA.
    • Medium Budget, General Publications: The First Ten Years, New England Aquarium.
    • High Budget, General Publications: Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA.
    • Special Award for Consistent Excellence in Publications Design: Watertown Athenaeum, Hartford, CT.
  • Photograph: To the right of the text, there is a black-and-white photograph of a man, presumably Jane Watts, who is credited as the Fogg Museum of Art, and Robert Diary for the awards.

Bottom Section: PEOPLE

  • Content: This section announces professional appointments, promotions, and new roles for individuals in the field of art and education. It highlights notable figures and their career advancements.
  • Details:
    • Duncan F. Ralph: Appointed as Director of the Portland Museum of Art, succeeding Robert L. Brown.
    • Salomon R. Guggenheim: Named Assistant Curator of Contemporary Art at the Guggenheim Museum, NY.
    • Calvin Henning: Appointed as Lecturer in Art Education at the University of Maine.
    • Christine S. Rudnicki: Promoted to Assistant Director at the Yale University Art Gallery.
    • Janet Gelman: Promoted to the position of Assistant Director of Education at the Smith Art Museum, Springfield, MA.
    • Danielle Rice: Appointed as Assistant Curator of Education at the Yale Center for British Art.
    • Mary Rose Boswell: Assumed the position of Assistant Curator of the New Hampshire Historical Society.
  • Additional Information: The section also includes brief descriptions of other individuals, such as Marcy A. Wainwright, Constance Clement, Daniel B. Feldman, and Richard W. Resnek, detailing their roles and achievements in museums, educational institutions, and historical societies.

Design and Layout

  • The page has a clean, structured layout with clear headings and organized text.
  • The top section uses a bold, capitalized font for the title and subheadings, while the bottom section uses a slightly smaller but still legible font.
  • The photograph of Jane Watts is placed to the right of the awards list, adding a visual element to the page.

Overall Context

The image reflects a professional and educational publication, likely from a museum, art institution, or academic journal, highlighting achievements in art publications and notable career milestones in the art world. The content emphasizes recognition of excellence in design, education, and curation, as well as career advancements in the field.

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The image depicts a page from an old book or magazine, featuring a yellowed page with black text. The page is titled "1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS" and contains a list of award winners, including their names and the titles of their publications.

Key Features:

  • Title: 1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS
  • Content: List of award winners with their names and publication titles
  • Page Color: Yellowed
  • Text Color: Black
  • Background: Gray

Additional Observations:

  • The page appears to be from an old book or magazine, given its yellowed color and worn appearance.
  • The text is clear and legible, despite the page's age.
  • The list of award winners suggests that the page is related to a literary or academic publication.
  • The gray background provides a neutral contrast to the yellowed page, making the text stand out.

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The image shows a page from an old book or magazine, with the title "1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS" at the top. The page is yellowed and has a rough texture, suggesting it is an older publication.

Here are the details of the image:

  • Title:
    • Text: "1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS"
    • Font: Bold, black
    • Size: Large
  • Image:
    • A black-and-white photo of two people
    • The people are standing side by side, facing forward
    • They are both wearing formal attire
    • The background of the photo is a light gray color
  • Text:
    • The text is written in a small, black font
    • It appears to be a list of award winners and their respective categories
    • The text is arranged in a column format, with each entry separated by a line break
  • Background:
    • The background of the page is a light gray color
    • There is a slight shadow effect around the edges of the page, giving it a sense of depth

In summary, the image shows a page from an old book or magazine that features a list of award winners for the 1979 NEMA Publications Awards. The page has a yellowed and rough texture, and the text is written in a small, black font. The background of the page is a light gray color, and there is a slight shadow effect around the edges.

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The image depicts a page from a book or magazine, featuring a section titled "1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS" and another titled "PEOPLE." The page is yellowed with age, indicating that it is an older publication. The text is presented in black ink on a white background, with the titles displayed prominently in larger font sizes.

1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS

  • This section appears to be a list of awards given to various publications, including exhibition catalogues, newsletters, and calendars.
  • The list includes the names of the publications, their authors or editors, and the institutions or organizations associated with them.
  • A small black-and-white photograph of a sculpture is situated to the right of this section, accompanied by a caption that reads "NEMA RUNS WORKSHOP FOR CONNECTICUT LEAGUE OF HISTORICAL SOCIETIES."

PEOPLE

  • This section seems to be a collection of news or announcements about individuals associated with museums or art institutions.
  • It includes brief descriptions of their roles, achievements, and career changes.
  • The text is arranged in a columnar format, with each entry separated by a blank line.

The page is bound within a black cover, which is visible along the right edge of the image. The overall appearance suggests that the page is part of a larger publication, possibly a newsletter or journal related to the art world or museum community.

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The image presents a scanned page from an old book or magazine, featuring a newspaper clipping about the 1979 NEMA Publications Awards. The page is yellowed and has a black cover visible on the right side.

  • Title:
    • The title of the article is "1979 NEMA PUBLICATIONS AWARDS" in bold text.
    • It is presented at the annual conference in Salem.
  • Awards:
    • The awards are divided into several categories, including:
      • High Budget Color, Exhibition Catalogues
      • High Budget Black and White, Exhibition Catalogues
      • Low Budget, Exhibition Catalogues
      • Low Budget, General Publications
      • High Budget, General Publications
      • Newsletter and Calendar
      • Special Award for Consistent Excellence in Publications Design
  • People:
    • This section lists various individuals who have been appointed to new positions or have received awards.
    • The individuals mentioned include:
      • Christine C. Rudomin
      • Janet Gelman
      • Danielle Rice
      • Constance Clement
      • David B. Feldman
      • Mary Rose Boswell
      • Marcy A. Waskowitz
      • Elizabeth Goldsbie
  • NEMA Runs Workshop for Connecticut League of Historical Societies:
    • The article mentions that NEMA ran a workshop for the Connecticut League of Historical Societies.
    • The workshop was held on November 3 at the Wadsworth Atheneum.

In summary, the image shows a scanned page from an old book or magazine featuring a newspaper clipping about the 1979 NEMA Publications Awards and various people who have been appointed to new positions or have received awards.