ACTOR SPOTLIGHT: Grant StithThis week, we’re putting the spotlight on Grant Stith, who has brought his talents to THREE amazing Kettering Children’s Theater productions!When asked how he first got involved with theatre, Grant keeps it refreshingly honest: “One, my mom wanted me to and two, I act dramatic sometimes.” (We appreciate both the supportive parents … Continued
Today we are featuring Claire Kuprowicz as our Patron Highlight at Rosewood Arts Center! Claire recently took her first class here at Rosewood Arts Center, Watercolor. Lately she has been making abstract watercolor paintings and her goal is to improve her skills with her artwork. Claire also shared that after having a stroke quite a … Continued
We’re shining our spotlight on Justine Hempstead, who has graced our stage in an impressive SEVEN productions over the past 6 years! Justine’s KCT journey began when she followed in the footsteps of her cousin Emilie and sister Elise (both proud KCT graduates). Theatre quickly became her passion, and we’ve been fortunate to watch her … Continued
Anne is a new student at Rosewood Arts Center who has just taken her first class, Embroidery Basics. She wanted to find an art form that was less rigid than cross stitch and decided on embroidery. She is currently working on making gifts for friends and family and is excited to explore all of the … Continued
Visionary Kettering artist Don Williams has been a cornerstone of the Rosewood Arts Center community since its 1985 inception. While celebrated for his striking ceramic works, Williams has quietly mastered another medium – fiber art – a passion he rediscovered and dove deeper into during the pandemic’s contemplative months.
Mary is from Dayton, Ohio and she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Theatre from the University of Dayton, with minors in Visual Arts and Marketing. She has performed at several local community theatres and spent three years as part of the street cast at the Ohio Renaissance Festival. Since 2019, Mary has been one of … Continued
Amelia Fuller began taking Wheel Pottery Classes at Rosewood in 2021 after completing her Master’s degree in Museum Studies and an internship at the National Air Force Museum. In 2023, she joined the Rosewood team as an Assistant Facility Coordinator while continuing to hone her skills as a talented potter. This week, Amelia embarks on … Continued
Jennifer is both a patron and an artist at Rosewood Arts Center. She specializes in ceramic-based artwork, encompassing techniques such as wheel pottery and hand-building. Since joining the Rosewood Arts Center in 2023, her objective has been to enhance her skills as a potter. She expresses that the environment at Rosewood is an enjoyable and … Continued
Originally from Dallas, Texas, Pam has been an artist resident at Rosewood for over 10 years. She is known for her colorful, impressionistic-style portraits of dancers and children, which inspire her most. “I love painting children and ballerinas the most because they have such beautiful color and movement.” Pam has painted with oils for several … Continued
Were I A Bird: Tree Studies is a series of black-and-white photographs that capture moments among the trees. One can imagine the very second Paula depressed her camera shutter; this is what it was like to stand in her shoes and experience a meaningful composition. “The natural world literally pulsed for her…sunlight and shadows, light … Continued
