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Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
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Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
3 events,
August Summer Open Art Studios
August Summer Open Art Studios
The Summer celebration continues this month. Art and Summer vibes, what more could you ask for? Indoors and outdoors, it's a choose your own art adventure. So come join us
Erosive Tension
Erosive Tension
An immersive installation that explores the dissonance between how human and natural factors transform environment. In the words of the artist, "Erosive Tension" is an art installation that explores the
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
2 events,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
Local Impacts & Actions
Local Impacts & Actions
The Loading Dock Gallery in conjunction with their current show, "Altered Landscapes" Panel discussion on Climate Change August 12, 5-7pm, at Western Avenue Studios’ classroom space. Participants will be UMass Lowell's
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Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
1 event,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
2 events,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
2 events,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
2 events,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
2 events,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Altered Landscapes at Loading Dock Gallery
Climate change. The world approaches disaster. Gillian Frazier and Susan Jaworski Stranc present their concern for our planet at Loading Dock Gallery in Altered Landscapes. With passionate brushwork and intense hues,
1 event,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
1 event,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
1 event,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
1 event,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
1 event,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
1 event,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
2 events,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.
1 event,
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
Spin: Installation Process and Methodology
View artifacts and look behind the scenes of creating jewelry castings from spin casting molds.


Come On In.
Western Avenue has 250 artist studios and about half open for each First Saturday event. Additionally, 5 – 10 live/work lofts may be open. First Saturday events ranged from Art Markets, themed events, and twice yearly Open Studios which are a two day event (Saturday and Sunday). Enjoy a variety of foods from local food trucks and beverages from Tiny Arms Coffee and Navigation Brewing. The Loading Dock Gallery hosts their new show opening from 3-5 pm on the First Saturday as well. Check our blog for an up to date post and list of participating artists.
You can stroll the Studios buildings any weekdays from 9:30am until 4:30pm, and on the weekends on Saturday from 9am – 5:30pm, and on Sunday from 9am – 4pm. While we never know who will be working in their studio – almost all of the artists exhibit their work on the walls outside their studio. Check them out and make an appointment directly with artists whose work you are interested in.

Our Open Studios.
Anywhere from two dozen to over 100 studios, and 5 – 10 lofts may be open from 12:00 – 5:00pm. Throughout the year workshops happen during open studios, and local organization will make an appearance on our loading dock. Enjoy a variety of foods from local food trucks and beverages from Navigation Brewing. The Loading Dock Gallery hosts their new show opening after the Open Studios.
Additional Open Studios days and special events, like Final Fridays on the First Floor, happen year-round. Workshops for artists are hosted by Loading Dock Arts Inc. throughout the year.
You can stroll the Studios buildings any weekdays from 9am until 4:30pm, and on the weekends during Gallery hours: Saturday from 12 – 5:30pm, and Sunday 12 – 4pm. While we never know who will be working in their studio – almost all of the artists exhibit their work on the walls outside their studio.