Mayor William M. Manzi has named Joan Rademacher as December’s Artist of the Month. Joan is a long-time Methuen resident and has been painting all of her life. She is a graduate of the Art Institute of Boston and a former commercial artist. She now is fine artist working primarily in watercolor. She is a member of the New England Watercolor Society, the North Shore Art Association and the Concord Art Association. Her paintings are in corporate and private collections throughout the United States and abroad.

“I am constantly focusing on capturing the light that adds dimension to my pieces,” Rademacher said. “This has been such a joy for me as I continue on my journey as a painter.”

Mayor Manzi stated, “I have heard so many good things about Joan’s paintings through the years, and I am thrilled to display her work in my office. I encourage the public to come by City Hall and view her colorful paintings.”

The Methuen Artist of the Month Program was created by Mayor Manzi over two years ago in order to give members of the Methuen Arts Community a forum to display their work and to encourage participation in Methuen’s growing creative economy. Methuen artists interested in being considered for Artist of the Month should contact the Mayor’s Office.