• Exhibition Opening Receptions
• Exhibition Related Events and Programming
• Workshops

The Creative Process Opening Reception

Come to the New Art Center on June 1st for the opening reception of The Creative Process: The Andrew & Jean Dibner Annual Student & Faculty Show featuring work by artists of all ages, representing the outstanding quality of our education programs.

June 1, 2012 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Location: New Art Center

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Calligraphy and the Gesture Workshop

With faculty member, Wen-Hao Tien

In this hands-on workshop, contemporary Chinese ink artist Wen-Hao Tien will discuss concepts of gestural-ism, black and white palettes and the performative process of her work, which echoes the artwork in M(i)(A)cro: A Contemporary Drawing Exhibition.

Tien will also share and invite participants to experiment with Chinese calligraphy’s unique medium and process.

All materials provided.

May 17, 2012 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Location: New Art Center

Fee: $25.00

Registration Required: Register Online, or call us at 617.964.3424.

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Parent & Child Glass Fusing Workshop (gr 2 & up)

Presented By: Michel L'Huillier

In this workshop, students will learn the basics of glass fusing techniques and play with colored glass pieces, frits and stringers. Through a series of fun exercises, parents and children will work together to create a nameplate, necklaces, and a small bowl or plate. Fused pieces will be available at the office within a week. Bring safety glasses and wear closed- toed shoes. Tuition and materials are for two.

May 26, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Location: New Art Center

Fee: $138.00

Registration Required: Register Online, or call us at 617.964.3424.

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Glass Fusing Workshop: Plate Making

Through the study of a wide range of fused glass pieces, students will learn about different glass firings. The class will experiment with colored glass pieces, glass powders and glass frits and then create a plate available to pick up at the NAC office within one week. No previous glass experience is necessary and high school students are welcome to attend. Bring safety glasses and wear closed- toe shoes.

May 26, 2012 from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Location: New Art Center

Fee: $128.00

Registration Required: Register Online, or call us at 617.964.3424.

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Generating Visual Ideas-Two Day Weekend Workshop

Where do our ideas come from and how is it possible to generate new ones for our artistic work to find something original and fresh to put on paper or canvas? Like all artists, we struggle continually with this issue, as it is not always easily solvable. This workshop will provide uncomplicated "how-to" techniques to discover spontaneous ideas and heretofore unconsidered ways of working, resulting in a more authentic visual vocabulary. Included will be directed open-ended exercises designed to generate ideas in new directions, often with surprising results. For all levels of artists in all mediums.

Workshop is two days, June 2 & June 3

June 2, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Location: New Art Center

Fee: $195.00

Registration Required: Register Online, or call us at 617.964.3424.

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Photo-Transfer Techniques

Presented By: Sarah Pollman

Learn exciting photo-transfer techniques, including polaroid transfers, photocopy transfers, wax paper transfers, inkjet transfers and more! Come away from this dynamic workshop with useful techniques to incorporate into larger projects, such as mixed media pieces, altered books, artist's books, or anything else you can imagine. Students should bring personal photographs, images, and objects to work from; the rest will be provided.

June 10, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Location: New Art Center

Fee: $182.00

Registration Required: Register Online, or call us at 617.964.3424.

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