ART EXHIBIT featured at the Ramsdell

The Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts is pleased to host an exhibit of works by Carol Fox and some of her art Friends in Hardy Hall through the end of September.  A reception for the exhibit will be Sunday September 23, 1 – 3PM.  Carol passed away on May 4, 2016.  While she is missed tremendously, her art lives on…

Working in various media, often mixed media, Fox enjoyed creating art works for local art exhibits.  She also painted murals and furniture for homes and businesses and signs for city beautification.  The majestic barns of Northern Michigan were some of her favorite subjects.

After earning a degree in Fine Arts from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, Carol worked as a graphic artist in Chicago and an art teacher in Detroit and Portage, Michigan.  In 1976, she obtained a Master’s degree in Education from Western Michigan University.

Carol moved to Manistee in 1966 and became actively involved with the Manistee Art Institute.  In addition to serving on its Board of Directors, she arranged exhibits, conducted workshops, worked in the office, restored paintings, and managed the permanent collection. Carol and Nancy Lyon were the Picture Persons who went to the elementary schools with art education and hands on learning. Fox was a great supporter of the Healing Arts Gallery, and was one of the original artists with Eileen Postma that helped to make the gallery a success and a great addition to the Hospital.

Fox also enjoyed theater, appearing in two Manistee Civic Players musicals and making costumes and sets for many productions.

Carol was recognized by both the Manistee Art Institute and the Manistee Civic Players with Volunteer Awards for her commitment to the arts.

Fox’s logo design for the 100th Anniversary of the Ramsdell Theater was selected, and her etched “R” can be seen on the glass of the entry foyer windows to Hardy Hall.