THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 3, 2024 Page 3 Local artist featured at The Gallery@57 Opening Reception: May 3 from 6-8 p.m. at 57 Pleasant St. W hen viewing the work of Malden artist Grace Julian Murthy, there is a sense of unbridled happiness that leaps from the canvas. This makes her LIMELight feature collection at The Gallery@57, The Art of Joy, all the more fitting. Perceptive from a young age, Murthy grew up noticing the little moments of beauty that surrounded her daily. She’s carried her mother’s advice throughout her work: “Everyone and everything is beautiful, you just have to look for the beauty.” With this mindset, her point of view lends itself well to the pop art that she focuses on. Drawing from a variety of influences, the environment of New England meets her familial background in the Caribbean to reflect her original perspective. by storm, she refocused on her studies, earning a Masters of Arts in Graphic Design. A walking testament to noticing the little things, Murthy reflects her influences from Andy Warhol, who saw art in soup cans, and Charles Schulz, the creator of Peanuts and recognized for his line work. Her dedication to detail has served her well, such as with her business cards. They have her artworks Malden artist Grace Julian Murthy (Courtesy photo) Murthy attended Boston University and majored in Graphic Design. These lessons are infused into everything she does, as she explains, “I think about marketing. I think about the breath of it so that everything has this artistic quality to it.” Every detail is carefully curated for her viewer to gain complete immersion in her work. As the digital age of art took the world on the back, and her fans have started collecting them, turning simple business cards into interactive art. Murthy’s pop art comes to life in The Art of Joy, a collection tailored to stopping and smelling the roses, or fruit, or coffee. With colorful paintings, larger than life-size popcorn and character to spare, Murthy will bring a smile to your face, which is exactly what she aims to do. Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lein * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net A collection of artwork by Grace Julian Murthy is on display at The Gallery@57. (Courtesy photo) Hearts, Hugs & Hope: An Alzheimer’s Support Group at Forestdale Park Senior Living M ay 28, 2024, 5:00 pm, at Forestdale Park Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, 341 Forest Street, Malden. Our support group for caregivers meets in person at Forestdale Park. Dealing with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia isn't easy, so it is helpful to share your concerns and personal experiences with others who completely understand what you're going through. You will also learn about proven strategies to help you better care for your family member. RSVP to 781333-8903 or reception@forestdalepark.com. Forestdale Park Senior Living is a project of the nonprofit Volunteers of America Massachusetts, which has supported local seniors with specialized services for over 75 years. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net CITY SEEKING VOLUNTEERS TO HONOR ALL WHO SERVED MEMORIAL DAY FLAG PLACEMENT AT MALDEN CEMETERIES From Monday May 13 to Friday, May 17, 2024, in the Holy Cross Cemetery and Monday, May 20 to Friday, May 24, 2024, in the Forest Dale Cemetery, the City of Malden and volunteers will decorate veterans' graves at our city cemeteries. Flag placement will take place from 9am to 4pm. Volunteers are needed to help place flags at veterans' graves in preparation to honor all who have served in the military on Memorial Day. If you can volunteer to assist in placing flags at our veterans' graves please call the Veterans' Services Department at 781-397-7139 and provide us with your name, contact telephone number and the dates and times that you are available.
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