Berne Library Notes for Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Proverbidioms" and other artwork by Thom Breitenbach is on display at the Berne Library.
Sally and Marshall just got back from exploring the newest art exhibit in the library’s community room featuring the art of Thom Breitenbach.
“I could look at those Proverbidioms posters for days,” Sally called out to Marshall who was throwing together a few light snacks.
“I know! How that Thom guy ever visualized ways of painting over 300 proverbs and clichés is mind-boggling,” Marshall threw back.
“Yeah,” Sally mumbled as she opened her laptop. “Look, Marshall. Here’s the artist’s website. It says he studied architecture and fine arts in an independent study program at Notre Dame!”
“Wow! He must be a total genius,” Marshall gushed. “What do you think inspired him to do the Proverbidioms project?”
A-ha! To answer this question, let’s go to the source. In some of the artist’s own words:
“I loved the old masters. Hieronymus Bosch, Peter Brueghel. Around 1558, Brueghel did a proverb painting. A review of Brueghel’s painting suggested language was much more colorful back then. After some thought, I took this as a challenge and came up with 3 times the sayings from Brueghel’s Netherlandish Proverbs.’ I had so much fun, I created almost a dozen more collections on varying themes.”
As you can tell, these works are a labor of love and pure talent. Give yourself a treat. Visit the exhibit often through the end of January.
Other library
happenings?
Knit Wits
Journey’s On the Page Essay Contest
Friends Juried Photo Contest
Zoom 101
Picture yourself using library material - selfies
Hotspots
Any questions? Call 518-872-1246
Cheers!
What? You’d like more details? OK, very well:
— Jan. 16: The Knit Wits get yarning around 7 p.m. Projects continue with or without the mingle. These ladies are mile high in the talent department and new members are invited to join anytime;
— The Friends Photo Contest is up and running. Did you know this is their seventh show? Start zooming in on these categories: Vroom!, Garden Delights, Play Ball! and All Creatures Great and Small. Enter in the Juniors age 8 to 18 division or Adults, 18.1 and up. The deadline for entry is Jan. 31. Entry form and mats available at the library;
— Do you Zoom? Are you interested in learning more about using Zoom? Then take this opportunity to sign up for Zoom 101, (How To Use Zoom), on the 28th at 12:30 p.m. Jennifer Mosher of the Schoharie Library will lead us to greater understanding on navigating the Zoom meeting platform. Reserve your spot today by calling 518-872-1246;
— Journeys On The Page Essay Contest. In 750 to 1,500 words: “Describe in detail what your ideal library looks and feels like.” Submission deadline, March 31 to sandra@bernepubliclibrary.org; and
— Community collage construction: Take a photo at home using library materials, like a selfie. Send in your selfie to director@bernepubliclibrary.org and help build the collage. And if you want, check out a Hotspot from the circulation desk for at home Wi-Fi.