Western Avenue Studios

March Virtual Open Art Studios
2021-03-06 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | Online
Hello Spring, is that you? As we head into Spring, the days are getting longer, and we can almost feel the warm weather around the corner. March is not only when Spring starts, but it’s also the birth month of famous journalist and Lowell’s own Jack Kerouac. We plan to bring you a virtual art experience like no other, all from the safety and comfort of your own home. We’ve got studio tours, demos, talks, artwork, and more planned for this Virtual Open Studios event! So join us for our last installment of this winter’s Virtual Open Studios series and we hope to see your smiling faces in person soon.

Masked Wait Staff: In Praise of Service Show at Loading Dock Gallery
2021-03-06 12:00 - 18:00 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Inspired during our pandemic summer, guest artist Donna Berger’s expressive, colorful, and deeply personal portraits celebrate restaurant front-line workers: their individuality, their good service, and all they do to keep us safe.
Meet the Artist on Saturday March 6 from 3pm to 5pm. Donna will be speaking about her work at 3pm.

Sketchbook to Large Scale
2021-02-27 13:30 - 16:00 | Refuge Lowell, 122 Western Ave. Studio #A110, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
This six class course will run throughout the second half of spring semester.

“Magnify Your Work: Sketchbook to Large Scale,” will take students through the process of transforming personal ideas into large format pieces. Students will complete a series of three pieces that are all derived from the practice of sketchbooking. Throughout this coursework, new styles and themes will be introduced. Students will explore through color, line, and especially scale how to bring sketchbook concepts to life. Working big encourages the movement of body, intertwining personal energy with the process of making with meaning. It’s all about the journey in this class, be prepared to get zen.

This program is open to ALL STUDENTS who love to create and those who seek more guidance to grow artistically, regardless of portfolio requirements.
(17-Adults)

Saturday Afternoons: 1:30-4pm:
Instructor: Courtney Wilson
February 27
March 6, 13, 27
April 3, 10

Sketchbook required, a basic art kit will be availble for purchase at the studio for a cost $25. Materials can be purchased outside of studio as well; kit includes a sketchbook, paint saver container, basic drawing supplies and paintbrushes.

Due to new health and safety concerns, we ask that students come to class with a mask. We will provide hand sanitizer and wipe down working areas with disinfectant before and after class. Shields and limited class sizes will also be implemented during this time. We ask that if your child or a household family member does not feel well to be open and communicate with us about your child missing class as a precautionary measure. Restaurant rules apply for snacks and drinks… students will be allowed to eat and drink at their work space but must wear masks when traveling through the studio.
