miniCRITS

Are you looking for honest, supportive feedback on your work — or simply want to be part of a vibrant creative conversation? CAA MiniCrit is a facilitated monthly, work-in-progress critique group hosted by the Cambridge Art Association, open to emerging, mid-career, and professional artists of all levels and training. MiniCrit is designed to give artists structured feedback, an honest dialogue, and a supportive, professional community that can be so hard to find outside of a formal academic setting. The three presenting artists will share their work-in-progress with the group in an intimate and supportive environment. A different visiting artist or arts professional will facilitate each month, guiding the conversation and bringing fresh perspective and professional insight to every session. All mediums and disciplines are welcome — strong facilitation draws on universal principles of composition, color, concept, and form that apply across every artistic practice. The three presenting artist spots are limited and sold first come, first served. General attendance spots are open to all. Critique Format 6:00–6:30 — Refreshments, introductions, and casual conversation. 6:30–7:00 — First artist presents (10 min presentation / 10 min facilitated feedback / 10 min open group dialogue) 7:00–7:10 — Short break 7:10–7:40 — Second artist presents (10 min presentation / 10 min facilitated feedback / 10 min open group dialogue) 7:40–7:50 — Short break 7:50–8:20 — Third artist presents (10 min presentation / 10 min facilitated feedback / 10 min open group dialogue) 8:20–8:30 — Wrap up Recommended: Attend our <a href="https://cambridgeart.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F48834">How to Give and Receive Artistic Feedback</a> Panel Presentation on Thursday, October 22 from 7-8pm. Wednesday, October 28 Facilitator: Karl Stephan holds a Master's in Art Education from the Tufts School of the Museum of Fine Arts. Karl is a well-regarded teacher, curator and mentor, and a widely-exhibited artist versed in traditional and contemporary techniques. In addition to popular classes for teens and adults at the MFA Boston, Karl teaches oil painting privately in his Cambridge studio, and exhibits widely.

Kathryn Schultz Gallery

Cambridge Art Association

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