BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Elected Officers

JOYCE SENESAC

President

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EVA DYKAS

Vice President

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SHARON PADDOCK

Treasurer

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ADELE SANTANGELO

Secretary

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Presidents Emeritae

John Bickford, Barbara Ryan, Maureen Longo, Fred Antonio, Barbara S. Beck, Claire Piddock, Bob Spooner, Bivenne Staiger, and Eva Dykas.

Appointed Officers and Chairpersons

BONNIE DESAULNIER

Membership Chair

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JOYCE SENESAC

Programming Chair, Publicity Chair, Exhibits Coordinator

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RENE GUGLIEMINO

Hospitality Chair

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STEVE CRONKITE

Website Chair

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JOYCE SENESAC

Watercolor is my one and only medium - I love the intermingling of colors, the freshness as well as the unpredictability of watercolor. I enjoy continuing to learn and explore more and more about this wonderful medium.

In the past, I have won several awards for my paintings. Currently serving as President of the Art Guild of Middletown, I have also taught courses in perspective and composition and have demonstrated watercolors at several different art groups.

If you are tempted to learn more about art, the Art Guild of Middletown is the place to be – join us!

EVA DYKAS

Eva’s interest in art lead her to research and experiment with different types of art after she retired from her career as a Registered Nurse. She has dedicated herself to a disciplined and committed self-directed study which includes all aspects of art and art history through workshops, classes, reading, and practice.

At this time she is studying Sumi-e which is the art of Japanese Ink Painting spiritually rooted in Zen Buddhism. Sumi-e’s earliest practitioners were monks trained in concentration, clarity, and simplicity. The philosophy behind Sumi-e and also behind Buddhism is a philosophy that Eva works to adhere to.

Eva’s goal is that her art offers her a sense of balance and harmony in her life and expresses to viewers the life spirit rather than just the physical resemblance of objects she depicts.

SHARON PADDOCK

Sharon started painting in 1999 at a watercolor class at the Middletown Adult Education Department. Since then she has painted in oils, pastels, acrylic, and clay sculpture.

She joined the Art Guild of Middletown in 2001 and has been treasurer since 2006. Being involved with the art guild has provided opportunities to learn, and grow, and participate in competitions and sometimes win!

Sharon does commissioned works and enjoys being creative.

ADELE SANTANGELO

I am someone who appreciates all media of art. I have dabbled in a few types of media, but mostly I am learning and enjoying the art world.

BONNIE DESAULNIER

Bonnie has always enjoyed drawing graphite and charcoal portraits of friends, family members, and interesting personalities. She has taken classes in colored pencil from Rita Paradis, nature drawing from Jan Blencowe, portrait drawing from Jack Montmeat and Shauna Shane, and pet portraits in Pan Pastels from Karen Israel.

At Marlborough Arts Center, where she was on the Board for several years, she coordinated open studios in both Polymer Clay and Figure Study, and she taught children’s Polymer Clay classes at Epoch Arts in East Hampton.

She is currently a contributing member of Art Guild of Middletown, East Hampton Art Association, and CT Pastel Society. Bonnie lives with her husband, Bob in East Hampton, who is an award-winning watercolor and gouache artist.

RENE GUGLIEMINO

Since childhood, Rene has always been surrounded by flowers, colors, and nature, playing and learning in her father's greenhouses. It was a natural transition to incorporate her artistic talents into numerous endeavors in the world of art. Rene's unique style and background allow her to exhibit her talents through a variety of mediums: watercolors, photography, floral design, jewelry, porcelain dolls, interior design, and 3D art. With energy and enthusiasm for a variety of art forms, Rene has been a freelance designer and owner of the following business ventures:

The Budding Experience

Rene's first business was an owner and floral designer. She created custom designs for interior decorators, individuals, and many local and New England specialty shops. Rene has also taught floral design in area adult education classes.

Watercolors by Rene

The artist sells laser prints of her original watercolors, original paintings, and also works on commission, painting clients' homes and other requests. She has been awarded 1st, 2nd, and Honorable Mentions in juried art shows.

Rene studied art and watercolor with Tom Lynch, Tony Couch, Jack Flynn, Robert Noreika, Chris Piantek, Terry Oakes-Bourret, Mary Horrington, Barbara Beck, and Lynette Goric. As a member of The Connecticut Watercolor Society, Lyme Art Association, Art Guild of Middletown, River Watercolorists and the East Hampton Art Guild, she has been accepted in many juried art shows throughout Connecticut and has been awarded 1st, 2nd, and many Honorable Mentions.

She has also done many commission works. Originals and laser prints of her original watercolors can be ordered. Her paintings are now in many states of the USA, Holland, Italy, and Denmark.

Published Works of Rene

"Follow the Light," book cover for "Hunger Feast" - a compilation of poetry by Alice Azure
"Christmas Tree, Gramps, and Me," cover of Cromwell Life, January 2018
"Azores Hideaway," cover of iTown Middletown Press, March 2011

Rene's philosophies are to paint and photograph what she loves and hopes it brings joy to everyone who sees it.

STEVE CRONKITE

A member of the Art Guild of Middletown since 1998, Steve is an amateur artist who has always enjoyed drawing and painting. His work has been exhibited in art shows, galleries, and private collections, and has been featured in publications.