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The Farmstead Arts Center in Basking Ridge hosted the "Neighborhood Journal Pop-Up Exhibit & Sale" this past weekend showcasing 11 local artists including... Caren Frost Olmsted.

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In the span of seven days, in celebration of Catholic Schools Wee, from Jan. 27 through Feb. 2, all 430 students at Madison's St. Vincent Martyr School at 26 Green Village Rd painted a nine-foot high mural in their school hallway, depicting the church and rectory, the Blessed Mother, and scenes of historic downtown Madison... St. Vincent's entire student body was guided through the process of first outlining and then painting the mural by artist and illustrator, Caren Frost Olmsted... under the auspices of the Arts Council of the Morris Area.

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...While painting for up to 30 minutes at a time, these enthusiastic students learned that "we are all artists, no matter our skill level." They also learned that their seemingly small brushstrokes could contribute greatly to the overall large, visually stunning mural... "This has been a remarkable transformation. More and more the mural came to life. The kids would look at it and say 'WOW.' It was a beautiful experience, [Principal] Gagnon said. "It was also a community effort with students, teachers and parents."

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Jack's nursery feels so fresh and is an prime example of how using a theme with restraint can give it personality while still leaving plenty of room to grow. Joannah (due with Jack 1/24!) shares: We started with a 9x11 sized room that we never knew what to do with. With a life lived on or near water, we knew we wanted a sailing themed nursery for our baby boy, but also wanted something more modern...

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During her lifetime, Marguerite "Marge" Goryeb was instrumental in the creation of the Goryeb Children's Hospital and in providing support to ensure its continued success. The legacy of this beloved benefactor lives on through a generous bequest she left to the facility that bears her name... Visitors to the children's hospital will be subtly reminded of Mrs. Goryeb as they enter the lobby. A mural was commissioned by Lois Gagnon, who sought to honor her dear friend. The colorful spread by artist Caren Frost Olmsted, depicts a children's playground with Mrs. Goryeb and her husband, Joseph, sitting off to the side on a park bench with their yellow Labrador, Pita...

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Students at Oak Street School participated in the creation of a large-scale mural celebrating Bernards Township's long and colorful history. This year also marks the 70th anniversary of the school. The mural was designed by local artist and school parent, Caren Frost Olmsted and was unveiled in March.

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At more than 150 feet long, the new mural at the Oak Street Elementary School in Basking Ridge is a sprawling piece of artwork depicting Bernards Township history. Fortunately for artist Caren Olmsted, 640 young assistants were willing to help her with the daunting project.

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Parents, educators and students gathered at Oak Street School in Basking Ridge on Friday, March 5, for the dedication of a colorful mural that winds throughout the school hallways. Designed by Basking Ridge artist Caren Frost Olmsted, the project took six weeks to complete. In honor of the schools 70th year, and the township's 250th anniversary, it features landmarks in the community.

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Oak Street School principal Jane Costa, Mayor Scott Spitzer and many others were on hand Friday, March 5 for the dedication of the 100 plus foot long mural. A video accompanies this article.

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Scenic views from the Basking Ridge section of Bernards have been re-created in a winding hallway leading to the new cafe at the township's Oak Street Elementary School. Local artist Caren Frost Olmsted, whose son Benjamin is a third-grader, said she started work in January on the school-wide project celebrating the school's 70th anniversary and the township's 250th.

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..."Bernardsville, when I was growing up here, didn't have fun things like this," said Basking Ridge resident Caren Frost Olmsted, a 1992 graduate Bernards High School graduate and artist who helped kids with the mural painting in the parking lot. "It's nice to see this happening." ... Caren Frost Olmsted and her son, Matthew, of Basking Ridge create a black and white mural for other children to color in the parking lot of the Bernardsville Centre during the family-oriented celebration Friday evening.

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Asheville- Caren Frost Olmsted is an artist whose business focuses on painting murals and faux finishes. But in pursuit of her art, she’s had to learn how to string and tune a guitar, despite the fact that she doesn’t play one. Why? Because she’s started painting guitars and other instruments, creating what she calls playable works of art.

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