Goal Setting for Artists with Executive Director Erin Becker

Goal Setting for Artists A one-to-one consultation with Mother Brook Arts &amp; Community Center Executive Director Erin Becker (four 60-minute sessions available) Monday, September 15 from 6-7pm Monday, September 15 from 7:30-8:30pm Tuesday, September 30 from 6-7pm Tuesday, September 30 from 7:30-8:30pm Location Virtual ZOOM sessions Admission $175 CAA Member $200 General Admission Description The Cambridge Art Association is once again offering a professional development opportunity for CAA member artists and the community. Erin Becker, Executive Director of Mother Brook Arts &amp; Community Center in Dedham, will conduct private one-on-one goal-setting consultations, each lasting one full hour. During these sessions, Becker will draw upon her extensive experience in the art world to provide tailored guidance. She will collaborate with participants to identify clear objectives and formulate actionable professional goals. Participants will be required to complete a brief questionnaire in advance of their meeting, to allow for a focused and productive session. Erin Becker Erin Becker is the Executive Director of Mother Brook Arts &amp; Community Center, an arts and culture nonprofit and studio building, in Dedham Mass. A seasoned arts administrator, she has held positions at the Cambridge Art Association; has served as a grant reviewer for the Mass Cultural Council and Cambridge Arts; and has juried numerous exhibits and participated in portfolio reviews throughout New England. Becker holds a BA in Art History from Boston University; a certificate from Boston University’s Institute for Nonprofit Management Leadership Core Program at Questrom Business School; and a certificate from the Cultural Equity Learning Community. She is an advocate for accessibility and diversity in the cultural sector. Becker lives in Dorchester with her husband Andy and dog, Siggy.

Online

WipCRIT DeepDive with Mary Bucci McCoy

Work in Process Critical Cohort - DeepDive with Mary Bucci McCoy *Pre-requisite: This program is for artists from wipCRIT Cohorts 1-5 With the generous help of a private sponsor, CAA will be able to support admission to one individual. Please read below for further details. Registration Closes: Friday, September 5 Fall 2025 Session 1: Group Crit (in person) Thursday, September 18 10am-12pm Session 2: Group Crit (in person) Thursday, October 16 10am-12pm Session 2: Group Crit (in person) Thursday, November 13 10am-12pm Location Kathryn Schultz Gallery 25 Lowell Street, Cambridge MA Admission $240 CAA Members $300 General Admission Sponsored admission: With the generous help of a private sponsor, CAA will be able to support admission to wipCRIT DeepDive to one individual. These sponsored reviews are free and open to all artists who identify as Black, Indigenous, Person of Color, Asian American, Pacific Islander (BIPOC + AAPI), Latine, LGBTQIA+, indigenous, and other historically underestimated communities, as well as people who are experiencing financial hardship. <a href="https://cambridgeartassociation.submittable.com/submit">APPLY FOR SPONSORSHIP</a> Maximum enrollment: 10 Choose "get tickets" to register. Ticket includes all dates: 9/18, 10/16, 11/13 Building on the success of wipCRIT, this program is designed for alumni of our previous five cohorts. wipCRIT DeepDive offers returning artists the opportunity to continue deepening their studio practice. Program Overview wipCRIT DeepDive is a focused, three-session intensive for artists who have already experienced the transformative power of our critical dialogue process. Facilitated by Mary Bucci McCoy, each session will continue to cultivate the open, reciprocal, and fully engaged dialogue that has become the hallmark of wipCRIT, while building on the foundation and relationships established in previous cohorts. What you can expect in wipCRIT DeepDive: – Dive deeper into constructive criticism – Continue refining your personal and conceptual framework – Further develop your artist voice and statement – Maintain momentum in your studio journal practice – Engage in discussions on art theory and contemporary practice – Strengthen connections within your established peer network – Present new work with increased confidence and clarity This streamlined format focuses on what wipCRIT does best – the supportive critical dialogue sessions that have proven so valuable to our artistic community. For alumni ready to continue their journey with familiar faces and trusted guidance, wipCRIT DeepDive offers the perfect opportunity to maintain artistic momentum and deepen your practice. <a href="https://www.cambridgeart.org/wipcrit/">Click here for more information about DeepDive and our wipCRIT program.</a> Cohort Leader: Mary Bucci McCoy Mary Bucci McCoy is a visual artist as well as a designer, writer and educator. Her intimately scaled, non-objective paintings — materially resonant, poetic meditations on the interrelationships of the human, animal, vegetal and mineral — have been exhibited at venues including Gray Contemporary, Houston, TX; CG2 Gallery, Nashville, TN; Kingston Gallery, Boston, MA; Museum St. Wendel, St. Wendel, Germany; Boeckercontemporary, Heidelberg, Germany; The Curator Gallery, New York, NY; Marquee Projects, Bellport, NY; Key Projects, Long Island City, NY; The Neon Heater, Findlay, OH; Divisible, Dayton, OH; and Tiger Strikes Asteroid, Philadelphia, PA. Mary has been an artist in residence at the Studios at Mass MoCA and the Vermont Studio Center, and her work has also been supported by a Painting Fellowship from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and Faculty Development Awards from Montserrat College of Art in Beverly, MA where as part-time faculty she taught the senior fine arts capstone seminar, graphic design, ceramics, and professional development. Her design practice encompasses web and print design for artists and other creative thinkers and practitioners as well as branding and content development. She has written about art extensively including feature articles and exhibition reviews for the art press and exhibition essays for artists. Mary has also worked to support and expand opportunities for artists by service through the Beverly Cultural Council, Massachusetts Artists Leaders Coalition, and the Women’s Caucus for Art. Mary was born in northern New Jersey, spent her formative years in the greater Philadelphia area, and now lives and works on the coast north of Boston. She holds degrees from Tufts University (English) and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts. In addition, she has studied ceramic sculpture and glaze technology at l’Ecole des Arts Decoratifs in Geneva, Switzerland (now Haute École d’Art et de Design Genève). Website: <a href="http://www.buccimccoy.com/">www.buccimccoy.com</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/buccimccoystudio/">@buccimccoystudio</a> Image in header courtesy of <a href="https://lesliedonahue.cargo.site/">Leslie Donahue</a>

Kathryn Schultz Gallery

Live Figure Drawing

Live Figure Drawing- Fall 2025 Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 at the Kathryn Schultz Gallery Location Kathryn Schultz Gallery, 25 Lowell St. Cambridge MA Admission $15 CAA Member $20 General Admission (per session) No refunds or transfers Maximum number of attendees: 20 CAA's Live Figure Drawing Sessions will return to our Kathryn Schultz Gallery space on Tuesday evenings this fall. Each session features a live model who moves into a mixture of long and short poses. There is no instructor present. We encourage artists who join to explore the use of different materials, drawing styles and techniques (dry media only, please). Fall 2025 Short Pose Sessions<ul><li>Tuesday, September 23 (6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, September 30 (6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, October 7 (6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, October 14 (6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, October 21 (6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, October 28 (6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, November 4 (6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, November 18(6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, November 25 (6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, December 2 (6:30-8:30pm)</li><li>Tuesday, December 9 (6:30-8:30pm)</li></ul>Please note: NO walk-in registration SHORT POSE SCHEDULES &amp; REGISTRATION CAA provides tables and chairs for all attendees. Attendees are welcome to bring their own standing or tabletop easel. Attendees must bring their own materials. Please note: artists may bring dry or water-based media. Oil and acrylic paints are not allowed in this figure drawing session. There is no instructor present. Advanced registration is required. GENERAL INFORMATION CAA’s Live Figure Drawing Sessions are held at our Kathryn Schultz Gallery space on Tuesdays. All sessions are in person, and will be with a nude or lightly clothed model. Registration for these sessions is open to the public. Please note that there are road closures on Mount Auburn. There is parking at the Mount Auburn Hospital for $8, or you may fill out a parking request from the city: <a href="https://cambridgema.portal.opengov.com/categories/1122/record-types/6724">https://cambridgema.portal.opengov.com/categories/1122/record-types/6724</a>

How to Price your Art

How to Price your Art Moderated by Regina Parkinson Panelists: Claudia Fiks, Mallory Ruymann, and Michael Talbott Wednesday, October 1 from 7-8:30pm This is a virtual ZOOM event. Admission $20 CAA Members $30 General Admission "What should I charge for my work?" All artists struggle with this question! Join Michael, Mallory, Erin and Regina as they discuss best practices when pricing your art. This is a one hour presentation followed by a 30 minute Q&amp;A session. The panelists will address questions from CAA artist members: -How do you determine appropriate pricing for your medium? -What factors do you consider, such as print runs, edition sizes, or materials? -What role should dealers play in setting prices? -How do you balance volume sales with fair pricing? -Do you maintain consistent pricing between your studio and gallery settings, especially without exclusive representation? -How do you handle gallery commission rates? What strategies work best? -Can you share pricing anecdotes or lessons learned? What do you wish you had done differently? -What to do in a fluctuating market from an artist perspective. Moderator: Regina Parkinson Regina Parkinson is a professional arts administrator. Before joining ACM, she was Curation and Exhibitions Manager at Artists for Humanity in Boston, where she curated exhibitions featuring teen and alumni artists alongside nonprofit partners to engage community stakeholders. Previously in New Orleans, she co-founded the Lucky Art Fair, a large-scale contemporary public event showcasing 30+ artists with over 2,000 visitors across two weekends. She also honed her arts administration skills at Art Klub and Brand New Orleans Art Gallery. Panelists Michael Talbot is a Jamaican-born, Boston-based freelance artist and visual storyteller who has worked on murals, exhibitions, and showcases since 2012. His narrative-driven work is characterized by motion, negative space, and a limited palette reminiscent of graphic novels and sequential art. Michael believes all art is interconnected, each form informing and enhancing another. Drawing from his Jamaican cultural background, he mixes digital and traditional media to “season” each project with authentic perspective. Mallory Ruymann- Managing Partner at art_works Mallory Ruymann is Managing Partner and Head of Curatorial Projects at art_works, leading institutional and private collections while overseeing business operations, growth, and partnerships. As a curator, art advisor, writer, and educator, her artist-driven, context-responsive practice is rooted in global art histories and a commitment to transformative, site-specific installations. She holds an M.A. in Art History from Tufts University and lectures at the university level, balancing academic work with empowering living artists and community-based organizations. Her recent writing has appeared in Sculpture Magazine and Boston Art Review, and she has curated exhibitions at Boston University Art Galleries and Abigail Ogilvy Gallery Los Angeles. Mallory also serves as Co-President of the Board of Boston Art Review and Co-Chair of the Acquisitions Committee for Tufts University Art Galleries. Claudia Fiks- Director of the New England Art Center, Director of Galatea Fine Art, Contributing writer to Artscope Magazine and Director of Newton Open Studios Claudia Fiks is Director of the New England Art Center, Galatea Fine Art, and Newton Open Studios, and is a contributing writer for Artscope Magazine. With over two decades of leadership in arts and culture, she guides nonprofits at national and international levels. Proficient in project orchestration, fiscal governance, community outreach, event planning, and fundraising, Claudia specializes in crafting development strategies that align programs with organizational goals and funding requirements. Her work fosters robust networks of community partners, funders, policymakers, artists, and administrators. As a curator, art reviewer, juror, and panelist, she is an unwavering advocate for inclusivity, diversity, accessibility, and dismantling barriers to participation across artistic and cultural landscapes.

Small Group Show Workshop

Small Group Show Workshop with Mallory Ruymann 6 weeks with instructor + 4 additional dates Hybrid Format: Session 1 (in person): Thursday, Oct 2 from 6-8:30pm at (CAA @ Canal) Session 2 (virtual): Thursday, Oct 9 from 6-8:30pm (ZOOM) Session 3 (in person): Thursday, Oct 23 from 6-8:30pm (CAA @ Canal) Session 4 (virtual): Thursday, Nov 20 from 6-8:30pm (ZOOM) Session 5 (virtual): Thursday, Dec 4 from 6-8:30pm (ZOOM) Session 6 (in person): Thursday, Dec 11 from 6-8:30pm (CAA @ Canal) Registration Closes: Friday, September 26 Drop-off and Installation: January 13/14/26 Opening Reception: January 22 Public program: TBA De-installation: February 24/25 Locations Sessions 1, 3 and 6 CAA @ Canal Gallery, 650 E. Kendall Street, Kendall Square's Canal District Sessions 2, 4 and 5 via ZOOM Admission CAA Member $525 General Admission $625 Maximum enrollment: 10 Choose "get tickets" to register. One ticket includes all dates This intensive six-session workshop guides ten artists through the complete process of creating a small group exhibition. The course covers all practical aspects of exhibition development including curation, artist statements, gallery relationships, promotional materials, social media, opening receptions, and public programming. The workshop culminates in a group exhibition at the Cambridge Art Association’s East Cambridge Gallery, CAA@CANAL. <a href="https://www.cambridgeart.org/small-group-show-workshop/">Click here for more information including detailed descriptions, syllabus and dates.</a> Mallory A. Ruymann Mallory A. Ruymann is a curator, art advisor, writer, and educator with extensive experience shaping contemporary art collections and collaborating closely with artists on exhibitions, large-scale commissions, publications, and public programs. Her practice is artist-driven and context-responsive, rooted in a deep knowledge of global art histories and a commitment to producing transformative, site-specific installations that engage artists and audiences alike. As Managing Partner and Head of Curatorial Projects at <a href="https://art-works.community/">art_works</a>, Mallory leads the development of institutional and private collections while overseeing business operations, strategic growth, and partnerships. Over the past two decades, she has held roles across U.S. art institutions in curatorial departments, collections management, project management, art administration, and philanthropy. She holds an M.A. in Art History from Tufts University and frequently lectures at the university level, balancing her academic work with a mission to empower living artists and community-based art organizations to build meaningful connections with their publics. In addition to her work at art_works, Mallory maintains an active independent curatorial and writing practice. Her recent writing has appeared in Sculpture Magazine and Boston Art Review, and recent curatorial projects include exhibitions at Boston University Art Galleries and Abigail Ogilvy Gallery Los Angeles. She currently serves as Co-President of the Board of Directors at Boston Art Review and as Co-Chair of the Acquisitions Committee for Tufts University Art Galleries.

Visual Thinking Saturdays: Mary Schein Fall Salon

Visual Thinking Saturdays: Mary Schein Fall Salon with Akanksa Upadhyay and Catherine Clarke Saturday, October 4 from 12-2pm Location Kathryn Schultz Gallery, 25 Lowell St. Cambridge MA Admission This event is free for everyone - CAA + Friends! About We invite you to join us for a special glimpse into the 2025 Mary Schein Fall Salon. During this event, Akanksa Upadhyay and Catherine Clarke will lead an engaging and interactive art-viewing experience, What do you see? at our Kathryn Schultz Gallery. Participants will explore and discuss the artwork on display in a welcoming environment. Upadhyay and Clarke are trained in VTS@Work through the Hailey group, and these 20 minute guided sessions will utilize the VTS framework to inspire lively and thought-provoking conversations. Whether an art enthusiast or a curious beginner, participants are invited to experience the exhibition on display in a new and engaging way. Please bring a friend along to introduce them to the Cambridge Art Association! What is VTS? Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) is an interactive teaching method designed to enhance visual literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills through the examination and discussion of art. In an art gallery setting, VTS encourages visitors to engage deeply with artworks by observing closely, sharing interpretations, and listening to others' perspectives. This approach fosters a dynamic and inclusive dialogue, allowing participants to construct meaning collectively and appreciate diverse viewpoints. Through guided questions such as "What is going on in this picture?", "What do you see that makes you say that?", and "What more can we find?", VTS transforms the art viewing experience into an active and participatory learning process. Akanksa Upadhyay Akanksa Upadhyay is a Principal Design Researcher at the Fidelity Center for Applied Technology, working on developing blockchain-based products. She received her Visual Thinking Strategies @ Work Facilitator accreditation through the Hailey Group. In her free time, she works on her ceramics practice and reads no less than three books at a time. Catherine Clarke Catherine Clarke is a Manager of New Hire Experience at Fidelity Investments with a BFA in design from Northeastern University. She is a leader for Fidelity Enable, an advocacy group for people with disabilities, and a certified Visual Thinking Strategies @ Work Facilitator through the Hailey Group. Inclusion and community care is fundamental to her design practice. She is on the board of directors of CoDesign Collaborative.

Professional Headshots for Artists

Professional Headshots for Artists with Adam DeTour - Boston-based photographer specializing in portrait, food, and architectural work Wednesday, October 8 12-2pm Deluxe Headshots 2pm-6pm Standard Headshots *choose your time slot during registration Location CAA @ Canal Gallery - 650 E. Kendall Street, Kendall Square's Canal District Elevate your professional image with high-quality headshots designed specifically for artists and creative professionals. Join us for an exclusive headshot photography event at our @CANAL Gallery in East Cambridge. Whether you need compelling images for your artist website, LinkedIn profile, grant applications, exhibition materials, or promotional purposes, this session will provide you with polished, career-advancing headshots at artist-friendly rates. Standard Package - $150 CAA Members $300 General Admission<ul><li>15-minute session (10 minutes photography + 5-minute on-site review)</li><li>2 professional headshots guaranteed</li><li>One white backdrop and one gallery wall backdrop</li><li>Final Images delivered within two weeks</li></ul>Deluxe Package - $250 CAA Members $400 General Admission<ul><li>30 minute extended session time for multiple poses and creative compositions</li><li>Several headshots in different gallery environments (or in courtyard garden, weather dependent)</li><li>Variety of backgrounds and settings throughout the space</li><li>Professional consultation on lighting and angles for maximum impact</li><li>Post-production enhancements for additional fee</li></ul>Please note when registering for your session: there are only four deluxe packages available. You must select the correct ticket when registering!<ul><li>Deluxe package times: 12:00-12:30pm, 12:30-1:00pm, 1:00-1:30pm and 1:30-2:00pm.</li></ul>About Your Photographer Adam DeTour is a Boston-based photographer specializing in food, portrait, and architectural work. With a full-service studio in Dedham, MA, he collaborates with clients including The New York Times, Boston Magazine, OTJ Architects, and many others across the creative and hospitality industries. Known for his calm, meticulous style, Adam brings a thoughtful eye to every project—whether he's photographing people, spaces, or the stories behind a dish. Originally from New Hampshire, he has also lived and worked in Italy and New York City. When he's not behind the camera, he enjoys swimming, hiking, and spending time with his wife and two daughters. Why This Event? Recognizing that artists often work with limited budgets, we're offering professional headshots at significantly reduced rates. While market prices for basic headshots typically start around $400 in the Boston area, our standard package provides exceptional value at $150, making professional imagery accessible to our creative community. Investment in your professional image shouldn't break the bank. Join fellow artists in this collaborative approach to advancing your career through compelling visual representation.

CAA@CANAL Gallery

Digitize your Artwork with Digital Silver Imaging

Digitizing your Artwork with Digital Silver Imaging Saturday, October 18 2025 10:00AM-5:30PM For $120 Joe and Nick will digitize as many paintings, prints, collages etc as you can carry into the gallery!* *within the given time and size restrictions Take advantage of this opportunity to professionally digitize your artwork with Digital Silver Imaging (DSI), a leader in fine art reproduction. Joe and Nick from Digital Silver Imaging will set up their state-of-the-art digitization camera system in our Kathryn Schultz Gallery. You will have 20 minutes to work with a team member - when we ran this event last winter our artists were able to digitize up to a dozen pieces of artwork per session or more! It depends on the size of the artwork (if the art is similar in size, it is easier to capture more images quickly). We recommend you bring extra artwork (several artists had time left over at the end of their session and wished they had brought more work). All artwork has to be under 28" on the longest size. You will leave with ultra-high resolution files, museum quality reproductions of your artwork, suitable for printing on art paper (ie "giclee prints") or to use on your website or in a digital portfolio. Session Times 20 minutes per artist- Individual slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis within each session.<ul><li>Session 1: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM</li><li>Session 2: 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM</li><li>Session 3: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM</li></ul>Location Kathryn Schultz Gallery, 25 Lowell St. Cambridge MA $120 CAA Member $150 General Admission (this package usually starts at $200 at DSI- CAA members save at least $80!) Choose "get tickets" to register for your session. Why Choose DSI? DSI combines technical expertise with artistic understanding to create superior digital reproductions. Their process goes beyond using advanced equipment – it's a collaborative journey between artist and technician, ensuring your work is captured with precision and authenticity. Benefits of Professional Digitization:<ul><li>High-quality images for exhibition submissions</li><li>Professional assets for online art sales</li><li>Ability to produce archival-quality prints</li><li>Color-corrected workflow for accurate reproduction</li></ul>While no reproduction can perfectly match an original piece, DSI's meticulous approach ensures the highest quality representation of your work. *Artists will leave with a digital file of their captured artwork. Prints can be made through DSI by appointment. Details:<ul><li>Standard registration policies apply</li><li>View DSI's detailed process: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IWyaiItCjM&amp;t=16s">DSI Instant Image Archive Services</a></li><li>DSI is a Belmont based photo lab offering digital printing, image editing, and restoration services, plus custom framing.</li></ul>

How to Photograph your Art with Erik Gehring

How to Photograph Your Art with Erik Gehring Please choose only one session when registering Session A Monday, November 3 from noon-2pm Session B Monday, November 3 from 3pm-5pm Location Kathryn Schultz Gallery, 25 Lowell St. Cambridge MA Admission $50 CAA Member $65 General Admission Maximum number of attendees: 10 per session Description Artists need high-quality digital images for promotional purposes, as well as for submission to exhibits and other opportunities to display your artwork. This hands-on workshop is designed to teach artists how to create these images, using the tools they have at hand, particularly their cell phone camera and/or point and shoot camera. Following an instructional period on basic principles, participants will have the opportunity to create their own images of their own art under the tutelage of the workshop instructor. Participants Should Plan to Bring to the Workshop: - Cell phone or point and shoot camera, and knowledge of how to use that camera. - One piece of their artwork (either 2- or 3-dimensional) that they plan to photograph. - For 2-D work, please do not bring framed pieces, just the artwork itself is best. - Artwork should not exceed 48 inches on the longest side. About the instructor Erik Gehring is a freelance photographer who specializes in trees and natural landscapes. He is the Director at the Menino Arts Center, home of the Hyde Park Art Association, and he is a past President of the Boston Camera Club. He lives in the West Roxbury neighborhood of Boston with his wife Julie, sons Carl and William, and dog Comet. Although Erik enjoys photographing natural environments all over New England, his favorite destination is Boston’s Arnold Arboretum. Erik’s work has appeared in Yankee Magazine, AMC’s Outdoors, Northern Woodlands, the Boston Globe, the Boston Metro, the Cape Cod Times, E the Environmental Magazine, and other publications. He has shown his fine art prints at galleries throughout Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. Erik also has lectured and taught workshops at the Arboretum, the Griffin Museum of Photography, the Photographic Resource Center in Cambridge, the Eliot School in Jamaica Plain, the Cambridge Art Association, the Concord Art Association, the Hyde Park Art Association, and at locations all over New England for BlueHour Photo Ventures. (Photo credit: Jeff Perrott, <a href="http://jeffperrott.com/">http://jeffperrott.com</a>) Facebook: @erik.gehring Instagram: @erikgehring Twitter: @ErikGehring

Fall Portfolio Review at Cambridge Art Association

FALL 2025 Portfolio Review We’re excited to announce that the CAA will once again offer a member-only, one-day, in-person Portfolio Review this fall at our Kathryn Schultz Gallery. This program complements our Spring online reviews. Date | Friday, November 7 Time | 30-minute sessions from 10am-2:20pm Location | in-person at the Kathryn Schultz Gallery Fees for CAA Members | $85 per 30-minute session <a href="https://cambridgeart.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/cambridgeart/eventRegistration.jsp?event=9675&amp;">CLICK HERE TO GET TICKETS</a> <a href="https://cambridgeart.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/cambridgeart/eventRegistration.jsp?event=9675&amp;">https://cambridgeart.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/cambridgeart/eventRegistration.jsp?event=9675&amp;</a> Please note: we do not allow participants to book more than one 30-minute session per reviewer (ie you can't meet with one reviewer for more than 30 minutes, but you can meet with up to 6 different reviewers). Portfolio Review is for one-on-one meetings – we do not allow collaborative reviews. Please note: we can NOT guarantee that the time slot you registered for will be the one you are assigned, due to the restrictions of our system. You will need to reserve 10am-2:20pm in your schedule until the day before the event. We will do our best to accommodate your request, but there may be last minute changes. <a href="https://www.cambridgeart.org/artist-membership/">Not a member? Join today!</a> Registration opens on Tuesday, July 15 at noon Registration closes Friday, October 24, 2025 ABOUT SCHEDULING + REVIEWERS Once you have registered, a CAA staff member will follow-up with you in October to confirm your review schedule and collect any other information we will need prior to your scheduled review(s). Please note: all registrations will be processed on a first come, first serve basis. We will do our best to match you with your preferred reviewer(s) and schedule you according to your preferred timeframe. All standard <a href="https://www.cambridgeart.org/programs/registration-policies/">CAA registration policies</a> apply to this program. Our Reviewers Ellen Buchanan - Boston Art, Gallery Manager Christina Godfrey - Savage Godfrey Gallery Director LaiSun Keane - LaiSun Keane Gallery, Owner + Director Emily Mazzolla - Fitchburg Art Museum, Curator Jessica Roscio - Danforth Art Museum, Director + Curator Cameron Sumner - Boston Art, Art Consultant Lauren Szumita - Cantor Art Gallery at Holy Cross, Director Cecilia Vázquez - Mass College of Art and Design, FA2D, Associate Professor and Chair, MFA 2D, Program Director ﻿ <a href="https://www.cambridgeart.org/fall-2025-in-person-portfolio-reviewers/">Click here for full bios</a> <a href="https://www.cambridgeart.org/portfolio-review/">Portfolio Review FAQ</a> ﻿ <a href="https://cambridgeart.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/cambridgeart/eventRegistration.jsp?event=9675&amp;">CLICK HERE TO GET TICKETS</a> ﻿<a href="https://cambridgeart.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/cambridgeart/eventRegistration.jsp?event=9675&amp;">https://cambridgeart.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/cambridgeart/eventRegistration.jsp?event=9675&amp;</a>

Mindful Meditation with Catherine Clarke

Mindful Meditation with Catherine Clarke Saturday, November 15 from 2-3:30pm Location Kathryn Schultz Gallery, 25 Lowell St. Cambridge MA Admission This is a fall fundraising event $50 CAA Members $65 General Admission Maximum enrollment: 8 The Cambridge Art Association invites you to a unique opportunity as part of our fall fundraising: a thoughtful combination of guided meditation with art appreciation in the Kathryn Schultz Gallery on Saturday, November 15 from 2-3:30pm. This session will be guided by Catherine Clarke, who combines her meditation practice with her Visual Thinking Strategies training to create a meaningful blend of mindful awareness and artistic engagement. Catherine will adapt her meditation guidance to complement our current National Prize Show exhibition, offering participants an opportunity to explore inner stillness while surrounded by inspiring artwork. Designed specifically for beginners, this session will include gentle breathing techniques and light stretching to help participants settle into a comfortable meditative state. Through focus on inner strength and calming breathwork, participants will have the opportunity to release tension, recharge, and reconnect with their body and breath while reclaiming a sense of well-being. With only eight spaces available, this intimate session provides a special opportunity to practice meditation in the tranquil setting of our gallery, immersed among beautiful works of art. The 90-minute session will begin with one hour of guided meditation, followed by light refreshments including fresh fruit and infused water to help participants transition back to their day in a nourished and grounded way. This gentle, contemplative session welcomes participants of all ages and experience levels, with mindful instruction that allows everyone to practice comfortably at their own pace. As the holiday season approaches with its inevitable busyness, this offers a perfect opportunity to step back from the craziness and find moments of peace and clarity. Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle. About Catherine Clarke Catherine Clarke is a 200hr registered yoga teacher practicing in the Boston area. She is also an artist and volunteer with CAA. Her teaching style focuses on mindfulness, yoga philosophy, and honoring yoga’s roots. Her classes are choice based and are open to all levels of experience. Her background in art and design and passion for yoga makes this a great space for all types of creatives. In addition, Catherine is also a certified Visual Thinking Strategies @ Work Facilitator through the Hailey Group. Inclusion and community care is fundamental to her design practice.

Shipping up to Boston Art Exhibition VTS Event

Visual Thinking Saturdays: Shipping up to Boston Kendall Square Canal District Winter Market with Akanksa Upadhyay and Catherine Clarke Saturday, December 13 from 12-2pm Location CAA@CANAL Gallery 650 E. Kendall Street, Cambridge, MA 02142 Admission This event is free for everyone - CAA + Friends! About Discover Boston through the eyes of New England artists at "What do you see?" – an exciting interactive art-viewing experience at the Cambridge Art Association’s CAA@CANAL Gallery. Coinciding with Kendall Square's Canal District Winter Market, art facilitators Akanksha Upadhyay and Catherine Clarke will guide you through our current exhibition "Shipping Up to Boston," featuring artworks that celebrate the Boston experience. These dynamic 20-minute sessions use the Visual Thinking Strategies framework to spark lively discussions and fresh perspectives – no art background required! Whether you're an art lover or simply curious, you'll leave seeing the artwork (and maybe Boston itself) in entirely new ways. Perfect for all experience levels, and even better with a friend – bring someone along to discover what the Cambridge Art Association is all about! After exploring art together, step outside to enjoy the Winter Market's festive atmosphere, local crafts, unique gifts, and cozy beer garden. Come for the art, stay for the community, and experience the vibrant energy of Kendall Square's Canal District! What is VTS? Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) is an interactive teaching method designed to enhance visual literacy, critical thinking, and communication skills through the examination and discussion of art. In an art gallery setting, VTS encourages visitors to engage deeply with artworks by observing closely, sharing interpretations, and listening to others' perspectives. This approach fosters a dynamic and inclusive dialogue, allowing participants to construct meaning collectively and appreciate diverse viewpoints. Through guided questions such as "What is going on in this picture?", "What do you see that makes you say that?", and "What more can we find?", VTS transforms the art viewing experience into an active and participatory learning process. Akanksa Upadhyay Akanksa Upadhyay is a Principal Design Researcher at the Fidelity Center for Applied Technology, working on developing blockchain-based products. She received her Visual Thinking Strategies @ Work Facilitator accreditation through the Hailey Group. In her free time, she works on her ceramics practice and reads no less than three books at a time. Catherine Clarke Catherine Clarke is a Manager of New Hire Experience at Fidelity Investments with a BFA in design from Northeastern University. She is a leader for Fidelity Enable, an advocacy group for people with disabilities, and a certified Visual Thinking Strategies @ Work Facilitator through the Hailey Group. Inclusion and community care is fundamental to her design practice. She is on the board of directors of CoDesign Collaborative.

ZINE Library Launch PARTY!

The CAA Zine Library Launch Party Help us build our brand new ZINE library! Tuesday, July 29 from 2-5pm Location Kathryn Schultz Gallery 25 Lowell St, Cambridge MA Admission FREE for everyone Join the Cambridge Art Association for the official launch of The CAA Zine Library! What to bring:<ul><li>Zines to donate to our new collection!</li><li>Extra zines for trading with fellow artists and enthusiasts</li></ul>What we'll provide:<ul><li>Supplies for our "Create-a-Zine" workshop (feel free to bring your own supplies as well)</li><li>Snacks and refreshments (while supplies last)</li></ul>﻿ During the event, you'll have the opportunity to create your own ZINE to either add to our new collection or take home. Our goal is to build a diverse collection of zines for borrowing and trading, while supporting other local ZINE initiatives. This is a free event open to all artists and ZINE lovers 18 and over. Come help us transform our tiny foyer into a vibrant hub for independent publishing and artistic expression! Zine FAQ: The Basics What is a ZINE? A zine (pronounced "zeen") is a self-published, small-circulation publication created by individuals or small groups outside mainstream media, historically giving voice to marginalized communities and political movements. What's the history of zines? Zines emerged as crucial platforms for underrepresented voices, from feminist punk "Riot Grrrl" zines to LGBTQ+ advocacy publications and racial justice work. They've long provided spaces for communities excluded from mainstream publishing and have been vital tools for political dissidents and activists. What topics do zines cover? Zines cover everything from political activism and social justice to personal narratives, art, community resources, music subcultures, and creative writing—all with an emphasis on perspectives often missing from commercial media. How are zines made? Most zines are created using accessible methods like folded and stapled paper, photocopying, cut-and-paste collage techniques, and simple hand-binding with basic materials that anyone can find or afford. How do I start making my own zine? Start by choosing a topic you care about, create content with whatever materials you have, arrange your pages, reproduce your zine through photocopying or printing, then assemble and share it with your community. Why are zines important? Zines provide platforms for voices and ideas that don't have access to mainstream publishing channels, creating accessible spaces for expression without corporate gatekeeping while building community around shared experiences.

Art through restriction

Art Through Restriction Instructor: Leslie Donahue Date/Time 3 Tuesdays, July 1, July 8, July 15 from 6:30-8pm Location Kathryn Schultz Gallery, 25 Lowell St. Cambridge MA Admission $90 CAA Members $110 General Admission Choose "select date" to register. Ticket includes all dates: July 1, July 8, July 15 Level All Are you an artist looking to expand your drawing toolkit, a regular from our Tuesday night figure drawing sessions wanting more, or simply seeking creative summer fun? The Cambridge Art Association's new three-part "Experiments in Drawing" series is perfect for you. These innovative workshops begin just as our regular figure drawing sessions end for the season, offering a space to discover unexpected techniques, materials, and perspectives that challenge conventional approaches to drawing. Join us to reimagine the possibilities of drawing through playful exploration, regardless of your experience level. ART THROUGH RESTRICTION Sometimes, when we sit down to be creative, we can feel immobilized by choice. Although it may seem counterintuitive, providing yourself with challenges can actually be an excellent catalyst for invention. Artists must invent ways to operate around obstacles, forcing them to use problem-solving skills and adapt to new situations. Unique processes, use of materials, and color combinations that one may not have considered otherwise emerge through this playful and imaginative approach to art. Materials List red, blue, yellow, black and white acrylic paint (any brand is ok) (look for plain primary colors) A variety of paint brushes Tape (painters tape or masking tape) Pencils Eraser A pad of heavy weight paper (like watercolor paper or paper or similar thickness) or canvas paper (9x12 or larger) Glue Scissors Instructor Leslie Donahue Leslie Donahue (b. 1996) is a graduate of Massachusetts College of Art and Design. Working in a variety of mediums, Donahue explores themes of surrealism in the everyday. With sensibilities rooted in everything from Art Deco to color field painting to American folk art, they have an eclectic point of view which reveals itself in their work. They currently live and work in the greater Boston area as a teacher.

CAA 80th Birthday BASH!

80th BIRTHDAY BASH!!! Free and open to the public! This event supports fundraising for our 80th year, and continues to ensure that CAA will be here for future generations of artists and arts supporters. We ask attendees to consider making a donation and support CAA - thank you! Mark your calendars for the Cambridge Art Association's 80th season celebration with a fun 80s-themed party on Friday, June 13th at the Kathryn Schultz Gallery! Join us as we honor our outstanding Volunteer of the Year and Lifetime Member Award recipients, recap our annual achievements, and thank the dedicated members who make CAA possible. After a short ceremony, we will have a selfie booth, prize wheel, exhibition viewing, and opportunities to meet our new Director Candice Driver and Associate Director Anna Fubini. No cover charge - though, this Birthday Bash supports fundraising for our 80th year! If possible, we ask attendees to consider making a donation to support CAA. Every donation counts and goes a long way to help support our artists and the community. Dress Code There is no dress code! But, we encourage you to wear your brightest, raddest outfit!

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

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S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

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S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

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S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

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S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

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S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

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S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

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S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

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S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

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S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S19: interest based

Kid-friendly events in Boston

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

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