Congratulations to MassArt Fashion alumn Prajjé Oscar Jean-Baptiste ‘09 for his inclusion in Project Runway Season 20 All-Stars! recently interviewed Prajjé on his previous experience as a contestant, his goals this season and his work as a designer.
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A HUGE thank you to alumna Elisa Hamilton '07 for her ten years of service on the MassArt Board of Trustees! Hamilton is a socially engaged multimedia artist who creates inclusive artworks emphasizing shared spaces and the hopeful examination of our everyday places.
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We’re so happy to celebrate our second year hosting Imari Paris Jeffries and the Embrace Ideas Festival at MassArt.
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Today's student feature is on MassArt glass major Stevie Syrota'25! Stevie’s body of work is a mix of glass and Ceramics. They love using natural materials from the earth in their work and find that it helps them feel connected to the world while making an impact.
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Congratulations to MassArt Industrial Design alumna Teneisha Jones '06 for being named the new public arts coordinator of Chamblee, Georgia! Teneisha Jones will join the city of Chamblee as their new public arts coordinator. She is the first to serve in this role.
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Tonight! "In This Body of Mine" opens at the MassArt x SoWa Gallery at SoWa Boston. The exhibition will be free and open to the public tonight from 6pm-8pm in Suite C-8, 460 Harrison Ave, Boston.
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MassArt ceramics alumna Sheila Pepe '83 will create her first outdoor exhibition, My Neighbor’s Garden, in Madison Square Park, opening on June 26. madisonsquarepark.org/art/exhibition
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Join MAAM for outdoor fun this summer! Art on the Plaza, our popular warm-weather series for all ages, kicks-off on Saturday, June 10, 12:00 – 4:00pm. (Rain date: Sunday, June 11)
For more info visit maam.massart.edu/event/art-plaz
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Opening tonight! The Lot Lab is transforming an unused lot with site-specific contemporary art installations into a vibrant, free, 24/7 “laboratory” for art + community now through October 31st.
nowandthere.org/lotlab
The opening will take place tonight from 5-7pm.
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Opening tonight! The Lot Lab is transforming an unused lot with site-specific contemporary art installations into a vibrant, free, 24/7 “laboratory” for art + community now through October 31st.
nowandthere.org/lotlab
The opening will take place tonight from 5-7pm.
MassArt History of Art professor Michael Spicher was recently quoted in Glamour for his work in aesthetic research. In the article, the writer discusses the value and complexities of online aesthetics.
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Congratulations to Reid Morris, who recently won a KeyShot student design challenge at . This rising talent loves working with physical and digital materials. Keep up the great work, Reid!
See more of Reid’s work: keyshot.com/customers/reid
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Congratulations to three of our recent painting graduates- Carolyn Guerin '23,
Magdalena Riendeau '23 and Hannah Rust '23- for receiving George Nick Prize Awards! The jurors selected works from each recipient, which will be exhibited in the Tower 1 Gallery through 6/9.
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“The tension for people who work in the arts between their creative work and financial stability is real, but that does not stop generations of makers and designers from venturing forward. It is that drive that allows for the continuance of civilization.” -Debra Granik
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On Wednesday, President Mary Grant threw the first pitch at Fenway! Thank you to the Red Sox for supporting MassArt and to everyone who cheered on President Grant from the crowd ⚾️
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Happy Pride, Massachusetts! 🌈
Pride is a celebration of loud, colorful, unapologetic LGBTQ+ joy. It’s also a time to remember the shoulders we stand on and the trailblazers still paving the way for everyone to love openly and live proudly.
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This exhibition is taking place at The Station Gallery in The Fenway, 1400 Boylston St. The closing reception will be Saturday, June 3rd.
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In partnership with The Fenway, we are so excited to announce MassArt alum Don Claude's installation “Light Shines from Her Fingers,” now on view at The Station Gallery through Saturday.
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The Boston Globe recently profiled MassArt Art Education alumna Liana Farmer in their ongoing "Meet The Makers" series. Farmer touches on her history with art making and her creative process in the article, detailing the work that she's inspired by.
bostonglobe.com/2023/05/11/art
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Congratulations to all involved in MassArt's creative writing program, which is celebrating its fifth anniversary this month! For more information on how you can get involved, visit massart.edu/creativewriting
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It was an honor to recognize artist Rob 'ProBlak' Gibbs, architect M. David Lee, and Oscar-nominated filmmaker Debra Granik during Commencement.
Dr. Katherine Sloan, MassArt President Emerita, was awarded the college’s Morton R. Godine Award.
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You're invited! Embrace Boston will hold its second annual Embrace Ideas Festival from June 14-16, featuring three days of events, music, an awards ceremony and a block party.
embraceideasfestival.org
Join CACP in celebrating the 2023 season of the Roxbury Sunflower Project! Pick up your FREE seeds with care instructions at the Grove Hall Public Library and get Kids Kits for the young gardeners in your life. calendar.massart.edu/event/roxbury_
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Thank you to MassArt faculty and staff, Jim Cambronne, Ellen Carr, Francine Femino, Howie Larosee Jim McDaid, and Gamalia Pharms, for your collective 140 years of service to MassArt.
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5.19.23 BNN News Interview with Lisa Tung, MassArt Art Museum (MAAM) youtu.be/Y63noT-fRdk via
Hear about May Stevens. A founder of the “gorilla girls”
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Amazing fashion show put on in Downtown Crossing today by and student designers from . Incredible fashion ideas and a fun way to #reactivate the Downtown Crossing streets!
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Welcome to Boston Fashion Week! BFW will host an outdoor fashion show, with Downtown Boston Business Improvement District support, tonight by The Steps in Downtown Crossing.
For more information, read The article here: bostonglobe.com/2023/05/21/art
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Last week, in honor of MassArt's 150th year celebration, we welcomed renowned artist, alumnus, faculty member and honorary degree recipient Steve Locke to unveil his newest installation on campus. Stop by the South Building on Huntington Ave to see it in person!
Congratulations to all of our 2023 graduates; you did it! Over the last four years, your perseverance and hard work has been an inspiration to everyone in the MassArt community. We can't wait to see what you create in the future!
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MassArt at 150: Tradition & Innovation Member-only exhibition reception on May 25 at the MHS! Enjoy art, live music, and libations.
Members register at bit.ly/44YQYt0, or become a Member at bit.ly/3I7My9j.
#MHS1791 #Exhibition
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Congratulations, 2023 graduates! We will miss you. But you are always a part of the Creative Writing Minor family.
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Congratulations Class of 2023!! You did it!
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Undergraduate representative, Khari J Brown, BFA ‘23
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Congratulations to our honorary degree recipients, Rob ProBlak Gibbs, M David Lee, and Debra Siegel Granik!
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Congratulations to Dr. Katherine “Kay” Sloan, President Emerita, for being honored with the Morton R Godine Award for service to the community!
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Thank you to President Grant, Provost Brenda Molife, Kathryn Riel, Catherine D Lecomte MFA ‘23, and Khari J Brown BFA ‘23 for your remarks.
MassArt Commencement is LIVE! Watch here: massart.edu/commencement
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Happy Commencement Day!! We had a blast celebrating our 2023 graduates yesterday at the annual MassArt Grad Brunch.
We can't wait to see you walk across the stage today at 1pm in the Leader Bank Pavilion. Watch the livestream here: massart.edu/commencement
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The Creating Comics Show organized by Professor Maura Smyth was such a great accompaniment to the final readings! Hope you got to see it.
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Some of our favorite moments from the 2023 MassArt Fashion Show: Revival. Congratulations to all of our fashion seniors, and a huge thank you to the models, staff, and faculty for such a successful evening!
Photos by Liz Friar and Bennie Soja '24
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