MAYOR MANZI NAMES KAREN FITZGERALD AS THE MAY ARTIST OF THE MONTH
Methuen Art Teacher’s Work on Display in the Mayor’s Office

Mayor William M. Manzi has named Karen Fitzgerald as the May Artist of the Month. Karen is an art teacher at the Methuen High School and a longtime employee of the Methuen School Department. Her work includes drawings, watercolor painting, mixed media and photography. She is a graduate of the Massachusetts College of Art, the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and Lowell State College. Karen has won several awards for her art and has participated in several painting and photography regional workshops and local competitions. She has belonged to various art associations throughout her career. Karen has sold over 500 drawings, watercolor paintings and architectural renderings to realtors and clients nationwide.

Karen states, “As a Methuen Public School Teacher for 23 years, it has been my pleasure to introduce my students to my passion, the world of art and art making. I hope that these students take away some of my enthusiasm and pleasure in some respect and stay connected with the arts throughout their lives. It is my belief that art brings “Wholesomeness” to life. That the art process of thinking, doing, evaluating and rethinking is an intellectual endeavor necessary to teach our children even more so today in this technological age.”

Mayor Manzi stated, “It is my pleasure to display Karen’s work in my office. She is one of many talented teachers working in our schools. It’s my hope that more Methuen art teachers participate in the program. I encourage the public to come by City Hall and view her work.” Karen is the third Methuen art teacher to participate in the popular program.

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 view the guidelines on the city website and contact the Mayor’s Office.