Massachusetts College of Art and Design - Palette and Pen Yearbook (Boston, MA)

Text from Pages 1 - 118 of the 1962 volume:

T t ' ■■i I ' y  A 4r ik , ' l • V Massachusetts College of Art To Miss Leunofi The class of 1962 dedicates its yearbook to Emma Lennon, wh o in private life is Mrs. Cecil A. Prest. Mi ' EmniaLefinonPrest is a oradnate of Rhode Island School of Design and received a B.S. in Education from BostoJi University and a Master of Arts from the Graduate School of Boston University. Among the world-wide places she has visited extensively are the European countries, Central and South America, the Near East, Hawaii and the Philippines. Much of her philoso- phy atid enthusiasm for art has come from these travels. She joined the Staff of Mass. Art in 1927. During the first years she founded a variety of clubs such as riding and swimming clubs. Her interest in swimming is natural for her prowess in this sport has iron for her many honors at the championship level. She has been advisor to several classes and is present advisor to the Ereshmen class. She serves on the Art Aptitude Committee and was at one time President of the E aculty Club. In private life she lives in the comfortable atmosphere of a Prench provincial home which she and her husband have built themselves. These surroundings are a compliment to her aesthetic personality and a reflection of her ideals, of taste and charm, a definite part of her artistic life. One cannot know Miss Lennon without being aware of her vitality and spontaneous attitude towards life. Her dedi- cation to high aesthetic principles in her teaching has resulted in her demanding and receiving high quality work from her students. Her selflessness, her giving without wish for return is the basis of her relationship with her students. This has resulted in the finest testimonial to Miss Lennon which is the gratitude of hundreds of students whose lives are better, sometimes vastly better, because of her. Massachusetts College of Art, in its 89th year, finds itself more than ever an integral part of the extraordinary intellec- tual, artistic, and scientific vistas which challenge today’s individual society. In many ways our world has become excitingly unpredictable. Mystery and fascination are as con- stant and as real as the formulae of the scientist. Indeed it is no coincidence that art and science flourish together. As you join the privileged citizens who are distinguished by a Massachusetts College of Art degree, you will realize the strength brought to you by the heavy demands of the cur- riculum. You will be competent to implement the thesis of our college that aesthetic values are a part of the vitality of existence, and that these values are in effect wherever creative vision, excellence of mind, performance, personal dedication, and richness of purpose are to be found. President These pages represent the culmination of four years of intellectual and artistic matura- tion. The skills learned have been varied, the problems many and complex, the hours of study long; but supporting and sustaining your efforts has been a growing pride and confidence in your ability to meet these demands. In the pro- cess the faculty has attempted to guide you to a new perception ... a perception based on insight rather than sight, on understanding rather than identification. Time and experience will add to the strength of this vision and to the adroitness of your expression; a curious mind will guarantee their fullest development. y4. Dean This book is a symbol that your days as students are ending and that your future in new fields of endeavor is beginning. You will, inevi- tably, face new challenges. The most serious one will be made by a world that increasingly stresses science, technology, and economic efficiency. How can the arts justify existence and purpose in such a world? Your education by making you aware of the treasures found in the mind of man, gives the answer. Art, literature, and history contain the elements of our civilization and illumine for us the purpose of existence. What can be more valuable than to transform today’s world into a more beautiful one and to contribute to society your share of creative work? May it be your destiny to make such a contribution. Joseph W. Fulton Faculty A tribute to the members of the faculty of Massachusetts College of Art! With their professional knowl- edge and limitless talents they be- stow upon their students concepts and skills which will bring creative achievement to its fullest degree, not only enriching young lives but providing symbols of artistic achieve- ment for the cultures of generations to come. Sanford R. Greenfield Beverly Hallam Charles Demetropoulos Edward Movitz Charles E. Abbott Lawrence Kupferman Daniel M. Kelieher Russell Doucette Mary S. Collins A Robert E. Larter Evelina Von Ladau James F. Kenney Arthur Copplestone Marguerite h. Franklin Thomas C. O ' Hara Julia Sheehan David Berg er uaivin Burnett Thomas Gray Paul C. Muller Carl Gibson John Erdell Emma Lennon George Lockwood Administration Virginia Bethany Hannah M. Ryan Mildred White Librarians Anne Eskrigge Joanne Violetter Alice Alconada Arline M. Reardon Natalie Palme Design By means of designing, man to- day sees himself as the conqueror of reality and of his own way of life. In designing for this conquest of reality the artist is personally involved with the social and practical problems of contemporary life. Through a height- ening of sensitivity, a sharpening of the visual senses, a validity in ap- proach, and a det ermination of pur- pose the designer hopes to create a better world about him. His efforts, whether they be traditional or revolu- tionary become a visual language embracing the concepts of man and reality, transforming both nature and Conrad Masson Ruta Dreijmanis Leo Supple Joseph Veno Judith Nordstrom Robert McDonough John Francis David Crocker Ira Friedlander Leo Zolli UNTITLED Tivo bestial beinfis H ' ith mechanical movement, approach the tenebrous niche from opposite ivays. Brooding, inchoate, in search, on the fringe of discovery. Still in sight of neiv light. At the critical passing point, one brushes the other . . . And the forces fall, defeated by TENSION. Ira Friedlander Drawing and Painting During the initial phase of his learning process, the painting student is inculcated with the desire to join the age-old search for the essence of life. Fortified with the fruits gathered from hours of study and practice, ex- perimentation and thought, he pre- pares for the day when, by intense mental and spiritual travail, he may attain his goal. This goal is to grasp the meaning of life and to obtain an insight into the workings of nature. With discipline and natural drive the student shall bequeath to others further insight into the processes of heart and mind that give rise to a physical expression of a spiritual phenomenon. Donald Dodd Beverly Joly William Morris Pauline Bujnowski Kenneth Goodman Frederick Lynch I. Mary Cosgrove William Hayden Anne Bennett 1 1 far Donald Lumbert Kathleen Owens Theodore Schwalb Susan Schereschewsky Susan Rhodes Robert Marino Nancy Skamarycz Marguerite Kane Ellen Kosmer Catherine McQuaid Lynda Brown William Brant Shelia Brady George Norwood f Mary Taylor Brenda Sullivan I Fashion A civilization’s autobiography is written in three manuscripts; the book of their deeds, the book of their works, and the book of their art. An expression of the latter is readily seen in the dress of the people. The fashion design and illustra- tion department deals with the prob- lem of providing its students with the pertinent background material, ad- vanced techniques, and professional skills necessary for the creation of apparel which most completely ex- press the mood and temper of their culture. The ultimate goal is the perfect solution of the problem of beauty in motion; whether it be in the finished garment or in a vivid and candid representation of the same in the form of an illustration. As our students step forth into the ever changing fashion field they are confident that they have acquired the taste and talent to create original and aesthetic representations of our fashion trends and to set the pace for a world of beauty. Virginia Ashe Jean Murphy I ■ Joan Linnell Susan Kallander Mary Etta Fredenburg Ann Lee Berger Barbara Utorka Barbara Fitzgerald Barbara Bell Barbara Recke Nancy Albertson Lois Smith Marilyn Janies Joanne Alabiso Fashion Design Teacher Education The philosophy of the teacher education department is one which embraces the ideals of American democracy and regards education in a free society to be an essential part of the enlightened life. The values include creative exploration in many media, the development of teaching skills, the broadening of intellectual concepts of democratic ideals, and the maturation of individual abilities under skilled guidance. Creative po- tential in any form is the vital con- cern of art education. The enrichment of the creative ilfe is achieved through the acquisition and exercise of knowledge and skills. Carolyn Whitehead Elaine Pitkin Mati Ritval Toby Siegel Malcom Whitten Barbara Johnson Howard Rosenberg Maureen Sullivan Michlyne O ' Connell Margaret Roche Terry Richardson Francis Squatrito Carolyn Bliss Ann Mallard Jean Tallman Margaret-Rose Madeiros Joseph Burbank Claire Brennan Robert Charron Barbara Chiampa Catherine Brezinski Valerie Estes Naomi Gusenoff Joseph Downs The Saturday morning classes are conducted by senior education majors as part of their student teaching program. They are assisted by mem- bers of the junior class. The program offers additional art instruction to talented high school students in the Boston Area. Under the supervision of Miss Hallam, a unique teaching experience is provided the senior teacher stu- dents and their assistants. In addi- tion to this, a wholesome art program is presented to the high school students. The president of the Saturday morning classes is Miss Nye, and the principal is Mr. Grepp. Ceramics The very elements of creation: water, air, fire, and clay are bound up in the work of the ceramics department. The beauty of nature becomes the beauty of a finished ceramics piece as: water lends to the clay its plasticity for the ease and free- dom of touch which is the charm of clay, the air dries the clay and be- comes part of the structure in the firing, the fire imparts strength, beauty, and permanence to the crafted piece, and the clay is earth, with a thousand different moods, tex- tures, and colors. These are the elements and the ways which make worlds, and the universe; and these are the elements and the ways which the ceramics de- partment employs to make articles of beauty and articles which function; crafted pieces which become a vital part of worlds — and the universe. Everett Snowden Henry Johnson Jean Goldman Cynthiann Colby Reed Richard Schalk Junior Class President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Louis Rizzo Vincent DiMattio Barbara Juel Judy Moran dm Freshmen Class President John Donnelly Vice-President Daniel Gibbons Secretary Jacquelyn Winsor Treasurer Edward Briggs Joseph Veno student Association During this first year of total student membership, the Student As- sociation has had an unprecedented opportunity to fully develop an organ- ization characterized by active and constant participation. This year the goal of responsi- bility has also been a major crusade of the association and amidst the planning of the various social events that are traditional with the Student Association there has been an or- ganized campaign for closer work within, and further entrenching of its ideals among the entire student body and the college as a whole. Loyalty, maturity, and leadership are all involved in the aim of a re- sponsible Student Association — the aim and accomplishment of ' 61 - 62 . President George Norwood Vice-President Jean LeClair Secretary Ellen Goodwin Treasurer Barry Schiller Advisors Calvin Burnett Russell Doucette illSIlS student Association Representatives Nancy Massey Terry Ann Richardson John Francis Arleen Isaacs Nancy Hurley Mary Taylor Henry Johnson Senior William Bassett Ellen Goodwin Robert Stein Judith Buddy John Wright Phyllis Maloff Mary Blangeard Dianne Hanchay Brian Jefferson Harry Madru Priscilla Perron John Oszajca Nancy Matzell Bruce Childs Junior Carol Kredenser Sophomore John Donnelly Freshmen Masquerade Christmas Spread Newman Club President Robert McDonough Vice-President Maureen Sullivan Recording Secretary Sue Daly Secretary Mary Ann O’Donnell treasurer Elaine Travella Delegate Nancy Sheehan Faculty Advisor ... Miss Julia Sheehan Hillel Club Directors Barry W. Schiller Naomi Gusenoff Marilyn Davidson Advisor Mr. David Berger Chorus President Naomi Gusenoff Secretary-Treasurer Penny Smith Advisor Miss Natalie Palme Publicity Barry Schiller SHADOWS Is it not strange . . . that Man lives on a flat plane, one which lives within a revolving sphere. And Man . . . always rushes in unending circles upon this disc he calls home. Life’s excursion is brief . . . And Man’s Mistakes plays a kingly role on this wafer thin disc which separates the celestial, from the area of Alighieri’s inferno. Always rushing. Man’s attempt to be housed in the vastness of his shadow, is a futile one . . . Sun controls the length of this black form, pasted on the surface which we tread. Stop . . . stop for more than one questioning moment. Stop . . . you who are on the brink of discovery, do not let her slip through your fingers and vanish . . . never to be found again. STOP DAMN IT, STOP HANGING AROUND THE WORLD Massachusetts College of Art Sports John Stevens Paul Arapoff Paul DeCoste Vincent DiMattio William Mahan Leslie Mallar Joseph Murphy William Basset Walter Storozuk Stephen Smalley George Shaw Edward Briggs Marshall Spitz Paul Squatrito Ira Friedlander Henry Pinardi Coach John Stevens Matthew Heiler .. Captain Manager Cheerleaders Cynthia Sheret Carol Flaherty Lee Karen Sheila Delaney Susan Smith Nancy Huntington Diana Rizzo Florence Stickney Susan Stevens Ruta Dreijmanis Joan Linnell Jean Murphy Nancy Massey : . • ■ 1 1’f I I . Barbara Bell Naomi Gusenoff Carl Schubert 1 Jean Goldman On Jljjrif 6, t 6Z Leo TLoiii a member oj tic senior (fesijn cfass, succumieef, ut ic m[[ a(wa s five in tic memories (j’tiose wio inew Him, Leo Zof[i was an ejKtraorcfinar irufiviefuaf and we ju[ jortunatc tiat we were aflowecf to inow iis nature, even ij- it wasjor sued a sdort time. yfisjavorite mfof was a sundurst, and just as tie sun spreads its ad over warmtd, Leo dro ' itjun and fai iter to everpjone He came in contact witi. Leo possessed tiatrare myic wiicd enadied dim to [itcradf transjorm a depressed jrouj into one roarinp wild f ai dter. This was tie Leo we dnew oj wdom it was said, ' ' Lvirpptime ppm dear someone sap sometdir junnpj, tdind LeoL ' Editor-in-Chief Arleen Isaacs Art Editors and Directors Joseph Vetio and David Crocker Photography Editor Conrad Masson Advisor Mr. Arthur Hoener Literary Staff Cynthia Colby Reed Ira Friedlander Leo Supple Jean Goldman Phyllis Maloff Marilyn Davidson Elaine Pitkin Ellen Goodwin Judy Preston Penny Smith Photography Staff Carl Schubert Robert McDonough Judy Nordstrom Barbara Bell Elaine Pitkin Claire Brennan Ellen Kosmer Layout Staff Ruta Dreijmanis Leo Supple Judy Nordstrom Joan Crocker Dianne Hanchay And, now, after four years in the shelter of these walls, like fledgling birds we go out to try our own wings. Success is measured by personal growth. These years have been a step up the stairway of advancement. We have molded the basic form. Now we must couple this form with function and seek a new horizon. So we go forth, putting our feet on new paths in the hope some day, somehow we, too, may convey to others the learning and the patient understanding we received here. r ' • 9