Western Avenue Studios

Modesty Show at Loading Dock Gallery
2021-01-08 12:00 - 16:00, 2021-01-09 12:00 - 18:00 UTC | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
As our member artists unclutter their minds and their physical spaces the possibilities abound for the patrons of The Loading Dock Gallery! Gallery artists have been investing their time, love, and energy creating lovely quality pieces of art and will be offering their creations at modest prices to start the new year off right.
It’s a great time to make a modest investment in art and beauty. The Loading Dock Gallery prices will be some of the most attractive of the year!

Virtual Lofts Open House
2021-01-30 12:00 - 12:30 | Western Avenue Studios & Lofts, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
Live comfortably, work inspired. Not only do we have great affordable work art studios, but we have 50 live/work loft apartments as well. Designed around simplicity, practicality, and the freedom to create. The Lofts community is a special place, providing a home amongst fellow creatives. Our lofts feature a walking distance to the Lowell commuter rail station (easy commute to Boston), off-street parking, two common area wash sinks per floor, one common laundry room on the first floor, a community garden, we’re dog friendly, we typically have food trucks on-site four days a week, we have an art gallery in the studios building, and we have a brewery on our campus as well.

Join us as we take you on our first-ever virtual open house of Western Avenue Lofts! Click the following link to learn more about living at Western Avenue. Even if you’re not currently looking for a new home, it’s never too early to start planning or to get on our waitlist.
https://westernavenuestudios.com/spaces/

Fine Arts For Middle Schoolers
2021-02-02 16:30 - 19:00 | Refuge Lowell, 122 Western Ave. Studio #A110, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
AN EXPLORATION OF WHAT ART CAN BE; LEARNING ABOUT ARTISTS, STYLES, TECHNIQUES & DEVELOPING AN ARTISTIC VOICE.
Do you want to build and improve your art making skills?
In this course, middle school aged students will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of mediums and techniques while also learning to develop their own artistic voices. Students will participate in a series of prompts each class that will challenge their understanding of what art is and what it can be. In conjunction with our daily prompts, students will also be introduced to a variety of contemporary artists whose practice and/or techniques relate to what we are learning. Students will be encouraged to use what they learn to develop their own artistic and visual voice in their work.
Tuesday Evenings 4:30-7PM:
Instructor: Stephanie Cabrera
Februrary 2, 9, 23
March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
April 6, 13
Materials: 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.
Ages: 10-13
A full semester class pack covers all 10 Middle School classes for the semester at a $50 discount.
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.

Fashion: Introduction To Pattern-Making
2021-02-04 17:30 - 20:30 | Refuge Lowell, 122 Western Ave. Studio #A110, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
This course is a 10 class program that runs throughout Spring semester.
“Introduction to Pattern-making” is for students who are curious about fashion. This specific series will cover the foundation of constructing garmets that are inspired by personalized 2d designs. The main objective for this course is to create a three piece mini-collection and will require at home work to complete pieces. This program is open to ALL STUDENTS who love to create and those who seek more guidance to grow artistically, regardless of portfolio requirements.
(ages 13 and up)
Thursday Evenings 5:30-8:30PM:
Instructor: Stephanie Cabrera
February 4, 11, 25
March 4, 11, 18, 25
April 1, 8, 15

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.

Color Play Show at Loading Dock Gallery
2021-02-05 12:00 - 16:00, 2021-02-06 12:00 - 18:00 | Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA, 01851, United States
As we enter a new year, artists Tarja Cockell and Brooke Lambert celebrate with Color Play, a new show at the Loading Dock Gallery. This show combines Cockell’s quilts and textile collages and Lambert’s painted collagraphs, both of which are saturated with rich color.
Tarja Cockell uses dyeing, painting, and other mixed media to create intricate, textured surfaces in her textiles. She often adds stitching to enhance organic shapes and textures for her pieces.
“I want to cherish the playfulness of color,” Cockell says. “In this work, I explore
abstract colorations and dreamscapes with a hint of reality and a lot of space for imagination.”
Brooke Lambert makes original collagraphs inspired by the ocean and the light within it — the light coming out of the cracks and crevices on the ocean floor, within the waves and life beneath its surface. “Even on the darkest days, the ocean has light,”
she says, “and this light, for me, represents hope.”
Both artists agree that, during this difficult time in the world, it is important to hold on to those moments that give us hope, appreciate the beauty in nature, and share art. It is their hope that the colors and exploration of form in their work resonates emotionally with those who view them.

February Virtual Open Art Studios
2021-02-06 12:00 - 17:00 | Online
February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s the month packed with the most love and affection. From friendship to love, this month holds special meaning. This month’s Virtual Open Studios is on February 6th, giving you plenty of time to pick up a unique gift for the special people in your life. We hope 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 in the second installment of this winter’s Virtual Open Studios and we hope to see your smiling faces in person soon.
