‘Amber Collection’ portion of exhibit now on display at library

By Theresa Knapp 

On Nov. 7, the Medway Art Association held a fall art exhibit featuring work by its 15 members. The event took place at the Medway Parks and Recreation Building and was well attended. 

Works on display were provided by MAA members and other local artists, and included paintings, sculptures, textiles, photography, and mixed media. There were creative works using bowling pins, doorknobs, marbles, and Mod Podge. There was also a place for young artists to experience painting firsthand. 

Artists were asked to contribute one work to a special collection themed “Amber: Resin, Nostalgia, Warmth” which, after the show, was moved to the Medway Public Library where it is on display until Dec. 4. 

Noelle Fiori Jackson, a fine arts teacher at Medway High School, is one of the founding members of the non-profit organization. 

“There’s so much community around sports and other things, and there’s also room for the arts – for families and adults,” said Jackson, noting that many of the MAA members are Medway High School graduates. 

Member Mary Weafer said, “After earning my MFA at Lesley University, and exhibiting with the Cambridge Art Association, I longed for that same artistic connection closer to home. I missed the spark of collaborating and learning from other artists — but I wanted that community here, in Medway,” said Weafer, adding the group has “quickly become a cornerstone of local creativity.”

The Medway Art Association meets monthly and welcomes new members. They offer artist talks, studio tours, and community exhibits, all designed to inspire and celebrate creativity at every level. The MAA also works to bring art beyond the studio — into public spaces, local events, and classrooms — fostering a deeper connection between artists and the broader community.

For more information, visit www.medwayartassociation.org