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SUMMARY:Unique Visions: Barbara Fletcher and May DeViney at the 3rd Floor Mini Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Unique Visions is an exhibition by two distinguished Western Avenue artists that consists of paintings\, mixed media & sculpture . Check out their artwork any day of the week 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. This mini gallery will be shown on our third floor September 1st\, 2024 through December 15th\, 2024. \nOpening reception will be October 5th from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. \nPolitical Isms: Ism is a noun meaning ideological movement typically political or artistic. In our modern world there are a lot of isms at play. Artists May DeViney and Barbara Fletcher bring together different isms meeting in the middle with humor\, color\, technique and intention. \nMake sure to check it out in our third floor at 122 Western Avenue Studio\, Lowell\, MA.
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/unique-visions-barbara-fletcher-and-may-deviney-2/
LOCATION:3rd Floor Mini Gallery\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mini Gallery Show
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SUMMARY:Less Peaceful Pt. 3: An Exploration of Identity\, Memory\, and Transformation | 2nd Floor Mini Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Featuring the works of Daryan Kong and Maritza Flores – 2 Alumni & young artists from Refuge Art School \n“Less Peaceful” invites viewers into a shared journey of self-discovery\, resilience\, and introspection through the distinct yet interconnected works of two young artists\, Daryan Kong and Maritza Flores. Each artist reflects on her lived experiences\, navigating identity\, memory\, and personal growth within cultural expectations and individual challenges. \nDaryan Kong\, a 22-year-old artist from Lowell\, Massachusetts\, uses her paintings to reconnect with the inner child shaped by her Southeast Asian upbringing and the social pressures it imposed. Through surrealist\, vividly colorful compositions\, Daryan reclaims moments of girlhood and femininity\, balancing themes of nostalgia\, amusement\, and happiness with explorations of anatomy and self-perception. Her works layer bright acrylics in textures and forms that mirror her progression from childhood to present self\, capturing girlhood’s nuances with playful yet complex imagery. \nIn contrast\, Maritza Flores\, a 21-year-old Mexican-born magical realist painter and illustrator\, dives into themes of healing and resilience rooted in her experiences as an asylum-seeker and survivor. Maritza’s work is deeply introspective\, shaped by cultural memories\, folklore\, and the subconscious. Her paintings are filled with symbolism that speaks to silenced voices and normalized suffering\, challenging viewers to reimagine their perspectives on cultural transformation. Through her storytelling\, Maritza offers a narrative of hope\, resilience\, and self-empowerment. \nTogether\, these artists create an environment where girlhood\, femininity\, and self-expression can be seen and felt in myriad forms. “Less Peaceful” is a space of bold color\, layered memory\, and transformative introspection—an invitation to reflect on what it means to grow up\, reclaim identity\, and confront the quieter struggles that shape us all. \nThe exhibit will be open from November 25th to December 28th\, with a reception on December 7th\, from 3:30 to 5 PM. \nJoin us to celebrate the unique voices and visions of these two talented artists!
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/less-peaceful-pt-3-an-exploration-of-identity-memory-and-transformation-2nd-floor-mini-gallery/
LOCATION:2nd Floor Mini Gallery\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
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SUMMARY:Maps of Portraiture | Amy Roberts | Lofts Lobby Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Figurative artists create a distinct journal of their past geographical life. In living and moving forward our path cross-crosses with others\, and each of us are heart and mind that is a separate world. We yearn to connect with these other worlds. \nAs an artist my creative output shows you points on the map of my life. The beauty of connection is how we hold fast through the uncertainty and the fragility of being human. Our strongest connections may have already passed the threshold of loss and grief. Some that we consider an acquaintance we recognize as anchors when reflecting back on the landmass that is our life. My journey through portraiture is about connections\, about being a person who loves people. \n  \nThis exhibit will be available to the public on open studios and by appointment any day of the week from November 30th – January 15th. \nContact for gallery appointments:  amy.r.roberts.art@gmail.com
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/maps-of-portraiture-amy-roberts-lofts-lobby-gallery/
LOCATION:Loft Lobby\, 160 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
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SUMMARY:Leaf Peepers | Group Exhibition | 4th Floor Mini Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this fall themed exhibition our Western Avenue artists put together! \nThis exhibition is in our 4th floor mini gallery\, showcasing a variety of mediums and approaches. \nAvailable from November 30th\, 2024 – January 15\, 2025 anytime between 10 AM – 5 PM \n 
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/leaf-peepers-group-exhibition-4th-floor-mini-gallery/
LOCATION:4th Floor Mini Gallery\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
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SUMMARY:December Holiday Open Art Studios
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to gift creatively! December Open Art Studios is happening the 7th and 14th from 12pm to 5 pm. \nOur last two Open Studios events of 2024 are just around the corner\, and we invite you to make this holiday season more meaningful by embracing the charm of shopping small and local. Discover unique\, locally-crafted gifts that not only showcase the talent of your community’s artists but also contribute to a thriving arts scene while reducing the environmental impact of large-scale online shopping and shipping.
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/december-holiday-open-art-studios-3/
LOCATION:Western Avenue Studios & Lofts\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Market,Artist Reception,Open Studios
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SUMMARY:December Holiday Open Art Studios
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to gift creatively! December Open Art Studios is happening the 7th and 14th from 12pm to 5 pm. \nOur last two Open Studios events of 2024 are just around the corner\, and we invite you to make this holiday season more meaningful by embracing the charm of shopping small and local. Discover unique\, locally-crafted gifts that not only showcase the talent of your community’s artists but also contribute to a thriving arts scene while reducing the environmental impact of large-scale online shopping and shipping. \nNibbana Cafe opens at 9am for coffee and sandwiches. \nThe Navigation Brewing taproom and food truck opens at noon. \nFree parking is available in our lots and in the shuttle-served lot at Stoklosa Middle School. \nAfter Open Studios\, Taffeta Music Hall holds live music concerts. \nSee you there!
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/december-holiday-open-art-studios-2/
LOCATION:Western Avenue Studios & Lofts\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Gallery Representation with Paige Roehrig & Amor Diaz Campos
DESCRIPTION:Amor Díaz-Campos and Paige Roehrig will share their experience working with both artists and galleries. In this workshop\, they will explore the principles\, best practices\, and mindsets that enable artists to thrive in their partnerships with commercial and nonprofit galleries. Providing insights to help you navigate relationships and identify opportunities that will support your creative practice. \nMore about Paige and Amor: \nPaige Roehrig is the Programs and Operations Manager at A&BC\, and manages the day-to-day operations at A&BC. Working closely with staff and consultants\, she helps organize and manage the operational aspects of A&BC’s core programs and ongoing development initiatives.  \nPaige has been working in arts management for the last 7 years with a primary focus in art-based nonprofits. Prior to joining the A&BC Team\, she served as the Gallery Coordinator at the Copley Society of Art for 5 years.  \nAmor Díaz-Campos is an Artist Practice Fellow at the Arts & Business Council. She is a curator from Cuba who is passionate about the transformative and healing power of the arts. She is fascinated by the unique and yet universal way in which art can tell a story\, convey deep emotions\, and help us understand and see ourselves\, creating spaces for meaningful dialogue and connection. \nIn 2019\, Amor co-founded the Biennial Ríos Intermitentes in Matanzas\, Cuba\, with Nashville-based Cuban artist María Magdalena Campos-Pons. This biennial explores themes of memory\, heritage\, identity\, and race\, while addressing the specific needs of the Matanzas community. It was recognized as one of the top 15 exhibitions of 2019 by Hyperallergic Magazine and is now in its third edition. \nRegistration Deadline: December 13th \nGallery Representation Registration Form: https://forms.gle/Ha1dRN8yu7uqMbUB8  \n  \nPlease consider making a donation to ensure that our workshops and services remain free and accessible to all.  \n  \nThis program is made possible through the support of The Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation.
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LOCATION:The Teaching Space\, Studio 225\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851
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