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“Altered Realities” at NSS Gallery including Past President Elisa Adams

The National Sculpture Society is pleased to present Altered Realities. The exhibition features the work of 12 members of the Society and will be on view from May 22 through August 4 at the NSS Gallery in midtown Manhattan. The works included in Altered Realities explore unreal and imagined worlds and the beings, creatures, and …

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NSS Sculpture Celebration

RSVP today for the 130th Anniversary Celebration June 2-3, 2023 New York City https://nationalsculpture.org/sculpture-conference/ Hotel Room Block closes Wednesday, May 10th Honoring: Richard Blake – Medal of Honor Cristina Cordova – Herbert Adams Memorial Award Sherwin Banfield – Augusta Savage Grant Lee Hutt – Sisko Memorial Medal Evan Morse – Dexter Jones Award Ed Dwight – Lifetime Achievement Certificate Gary Weisman – Sculpture House …

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“Material Mapping” Exhibition at Fuller Craft Museum

Opening May 13, 2023Material Mapping: Data-driven Sculpture by Adrien Segal and Norwood Viviano features two artists working at the intersection of information and craft. Using a range of materials, from glass to wood to steel, Adrien Segal and Norwood Viviano transform data into tactile, sculptural forms. Segal seeks to bridge the divide between scientific observation …

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“What We Make of This World” – New Member Sylvia Vander Sluis at Fountain Street Gallery

In What We Make of This World at Fountain Street Gallery, Melissa Shaak and Sylvia Vander Sluis examine the existential magic of making art. Read the full article in the Boston Globe HERE Last week to see this exhibit at Fountain Street Gallery, Thurs-Sun 12-4pm. Closing reception Sun, April 30, 3-4pm. Fountain Street Gallery, 460 …

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Annual Conference on Preserving Artists’ Legacies

The conference begins to address legacy issues facing the aged and deceased lesser-known artist community today. Most often the task of archiving and caretaking of artists’ legacies is left to ill-equipped family members with devastating results. Some artists assume their gallery representatives will handle matters, but this is riddled with other types of problems. Storage …

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Workshop with Michael Alfano -“Art for Us and our Place: Building Community in the Neighborhood”

Boston Art in Public Places, as part of Boston Design Week, is conducting a workshop featuring NESA member Michael Alfano and Urban Designer Ben Carlson. “Art for Us and our Place: Building Community in the Neighborhood”, will take place on Saturday, April 29th, 11am to 1pm at The Anchor, 1 Shipyard Park, in Charlestown MA. Following the interactive workshop, …

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Call for Art – Concord, NH 5th Annual Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition

Professional sculptors are invited to submit entries for Art on Main, the City of Concord’s sixth annual outdoor sculpture exhibit. There is no fee to enter, and selected artists will receive a $500 stipend. The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce is organizing this exhibit through its Creative Concord committee. Submission Deadline: April 29, 2023 Exhibition …

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NESA member Bayda Asbridge Exhibiting at Fountain Street Gallery Annex

Bayda Asbridge –  Nadya Volicer  – Tala AbuNuwar APRIL 6-APRIL 30, 2023 First Friday Art Walk: April 7 | 5-8 pm The work of these three artists is characterized by expressions of the intangible and the use of texture in their presentations. AbuNuwar uses mixed media to express her fascination with the mystic world of …

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“All in the Family” Member Janet Hansen Kawada at Gallery 93

Janet Hansen Kawada & Charlotte Lockwood Exhibition March 6- through May 24, 2023 Opening Reception March 23 – 4-6pm Brookline Senior Center 93 Winchester Street Brookline, MA 02445 Brookline artist and NESA member, Janet Hansen Kawada’s work explores relationships of texture, color, and narrative through fibers. For this exhibition she is presenting her fiber work …

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March Events at ValleyCAST

Check out these fun events from NESA’s partner in Whitinsville! Look for the creativity of some fellow NESA members who are participating in the Palette Contest opening March 10th! Click Here for More Info!

New Bedford Creative 2023 Seaport Art Walk Call for Art

New Bedford’s annual Seaport Art Walk was founded in 2013 by artist Jessica Bregoli, and was the city’s first large format outdoor public art installation. Each summer, sculpture and murals are strategically placed along New Bedford’s working waterfront and Seaport Cultural District. This year, we are celebrating the Seaport Art Walk’s 10th anniversary! To mark …

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Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds Summer Sculpture Showcase Call for Art

 9th Annual Summer Sculpture Showcase 2023! The Summer Sculpture Showcase, which will be on display from June 10 – October 28, 2023, is part of a year-round outdoor sculptural exhibit on 4.5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens located along the banks of the Lieutenant River in the historic, art-centric community of Old Lyme, Connecticut. This …

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Open Air 2023 – Call for Art

CALL FOR ARTISTS- Open Air 2023 June 15-September 14, 2022 Submission deadline: February 21, 2023 The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery of Art (AVS Gallery) seeks proposals for sculpture/installations, video works/projections, or light-based works for Open Air 2023. The works will be exhibited on the grounds of the University of Connecticut Avery Point campus from June …

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Variations 2023 – Marblehead Arts Association National Call for Art

The Marblehead Arts Association (MAA) is inviting artists, both MAA members and non-members, from across the country to participate in the MAA’s national exhibit entitled Variations 2023. Variations is an 8-week, juried exhibit of 2D and 3D artwork, all mediums are welcome. Artwork will be juried for acceptance and judged for prizes in Fine Art, …

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“Derealization: Kurdistan, Art & Memory” at Crossings Gallery featuring NESA VP Kamal Ahmad

Opening Reception and Artist’s Talk Wednesday, February 8, 2023, 5:00pm to 7:00pm Exhibition Dates January 19–February 23 Harvard Ed Portal, 224 Western Ave., Allston Join us at the artist talk and reception for Derealization: Kurdistan, Art & Memory, an exhibition presented in partnership with Artisans Asylum. Hear from Allston artist Kamal Ahmad about the inspiration and stories …

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20 NESA Members Accepted for Marblehead Arts Association Exhibition

Exhibition Dates – January  14 through February 26, 2023 The following NESA members were accepted: Karin Stanley David Adilman R.Douglass Rice Tone Orvik Carol Lake Brad Matthews Meredith Bergmann Barbara Fletcher Lisa Barthelson Mridula Satyamurti Memy Ish Shalom Pete Spampinato Daniel Zampino Alan Weinstein Domenic Esposito Alton Falcone Elisa Adams Ryan Kelley Elisa Vanelli Madeline …

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Past President Elisa Adams Exhibiting at Arts North International 28

The Future will be included in the “Arts North International 28” exhibition at the Hopkins Center for the Arts in Hopkins, MN.  In its 28th year, this international juried exhibition showcases the work of thirteen different classes of media by artists from the United States and abroad. Exhibition dates – Saturday, January 14 – Saturday, …

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More News from ValleyCAST

There’s more to do in January at Whitin Mill besides the 2nd Annual Inside and Out exhibition with NESA. Create your own art with the 10th Annual Art Pallet Contest, learn to juggle, and more! Learn More

SculptureNow Call for Art

SculptureNow Exhibition 2023 June 1st – October 21st, 2023 @ The Mount in Lenox, MA SculptureNow is accepting applications from established and emerging sculptors for its twenty-fourth consecutive, juried, annual exhibition of large-scale, outdoor sculptures. SculptureNow Exhibition 2023 will be presented for the eleventh year in partnership with The Mount. Last year we welcomed 55,000 …

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Franconia ArtWalk Call for Art

The Franconia ArtWalk is a long-term outdoor display of murals and sculptures that opens during July 4th weekend and runs until Columbus Day weekend. The Artwalk spans nearly one mile and is located between the Lafayette School and the Franconia Heritage Museum. The historic buildings, scenery, and gardens along Main Street provide a complementary backdrop …

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Sixth Extinction Series – Medals by Member Jeff Briggs

The American Medallic Sculpture Association Members Exchange quarterly publication recently featured this article about member Jeff Briggs and his Sixth Extinction Series of medals. The series of protest medals visually conveys the theme of environmental deterioration and is based on the book The Sixth Extinction by Elizabeth Kolbert. Read the article and see Jeff’s work …

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Warren Art Center Open Studio

NESA member Mark Wholey and stained glass artisan Diana Cole will welcome visitors to their Open Studio on Sunday, October 23rd from 12pm to 5pm. Visit lovely Warren, RI for WarrenWalkabout with music, food, artist demonstrations and more!

Brookline Arts Center 2023 Exhibitions Call for Art

The Brookline Arts Center invites artists and artist groups of all media residing in New England to submit work for BAC’s 2023 exhibition program. Exhibitions are approximately 2-3 months in duration and selected exhibit proposals will receive a S500 stipend. HOW TO APPLY: Email a single PDF including documents below to: office@brooklineartscenter.com. Subject line should …

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The Connecticut River Artisan Group (CRAG) Annual Region-wide Sculpture Contest Call for Art

The Connecticut River Artisan Group (CRAG) is pleased to announce its annual region-wide sculpture contest with a $3,000 prize. Submissions must be at least three feet tall, be designed for outdoor display, and able to withstand winter and summer weather extremes. The winning sculpture will be displayed permanently outdoors at the Great North Woods Center …

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My Favorite Art Show

My Favorite Art Show Spaulding R. Aldrich Heritage Gallery Artists pour their souls into their creations. Each artwork could represent a different stage of the artist’s life or just a step along their journey. How could an artist choose just one piece of art as their “favorite” creation? This show presents that very challenge! The …

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“Of Many Minds” exhibition by NESA member Michael Alfano along the Boston Harborwalk.

“Of Many Minds” is an exciting new exhibit featuring 20 sculptures by NESA member Michael Alfano set along the Boston Harborwalk. Starting near the USS Constitution, it spans a mile in the historic Charlestown Navy Yard to Mayor Menino Park, with the waterfront and city skyline as the backdrop. Each work is accompanied by a …

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YV ART MUSEUM – Contemporary Arts International in Acton, Massachusetts Annual Sculpture Symposium

The “New Art Archeology” program at the YV Art Museum creates artifacts with a 21st century interpretation on figurative sculpture using the Quarry’s existing granite blocks. The created artwork remains on site permanently as an archeological landmark for the future. This year’s symposium runs from Aug 1 to Aug 22 with six professional sculptors including NESA membersDavid …

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What are you missing? Last three free summer concerts and a food truck!

NESA’s friends at Open Sky Community Services invite you to join them for music, food and fun! Grab your most comfortable lawn chair, your favorite peeps and your dancing shoes and join us out on the Dennis H. Rice Community Plaza, 50 Douglas Road,Whitinsville, MA 01588 for our 13th Annual Free Summer Concert Series every …

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Arlington International Film Festival Events and Sponsors

Capitol Theater 204 Massachusetts Ave Arlington, MA Thu, Nov 3, 2022 10:00 PM –  Sun, Nov 6, 2022 11:00 PM Poster contest featuring students from the Mass College of Art – Illustration Department 2022 Winner – Arianna Stoughton Vote for your favorite design – Poster Contest Additional Events – AIFFest Events Arlington International Film Festival

Call for Artists – Connecticut Women Artists Annual National Open Juried Exhibition

Connecticut Women Artists, Inc. (CWA) is one of the country’s oldest women’s art organizations. Each year, CWA presents the National Open Juried Exhibition, showcasing selected works in a broad range of styles and media submitted by women artists from the United States. Exhibition Dates  October 16 – November 13, 2022 Submission Deadline: September 1, 2022 …

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Congratulations! LexArt Accepted Artists

Twenty-four NESA artists were accepted for the LexArt exhibition.   Congratulations to Elisa Adams, David Adilman, Anthony Alemany, Susan Barahal, Bill Cohn, Josie Dellenbaugh, Natasha Dikareva, Cassie Doyon, Kimberly Harding, Janet Kawada, Daniel Kovacevic, Bette Ann Libby, Jacqueline Lorieo, Dan Myers, Chris Plaisted, Gloria Ross, Peter Sampinato, George Shaw, Derrick Te Paske, Rebecca Mc Gee …

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Congratulations! Newbury Court Accepted Artists

Ten NESA members were chosen to exhibit their work at Newbury Court in Concord, Massachusetts. Congratulations! Lindley Briggs Jeff Briggs Josie Dellenbaugh Cassie Doyon Kimberly Harding Memy Ish Shalom Chris Plaisted George Shaw Michael Updike Mark Wholey

How do we memorialize the pandemic? Design by NESA member Michael Alfano

As the United States nears its one millionth COVID-19-related death, artists, architects, and community leaders are calling for a permanent memorial to honor all those touched by COVID and to ensure their pain is never forgotten. Fully realizing the pandemic is far from over, Globe Opinion asked several artists for their vision of what a …

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Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds – Call for Outdoor Sculpture

Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds’ annual exhibition, Summer Sculpture Showcase, has featured the selected sculptural works of over 120 acclaimed artists, hailing tremendous success, and providing artists with a unique opportunity to showcase their sculpture in a majestic environment specifically designed to nurture the creative arts. Exhibition – June 18 through October 29, 2022 Submission …

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Cape Cod Open Sculpture Invitational – Accepted Artists

Congratulations to All! Elisa Adams Douglas Aja Michael Alfano Meris Barreto Susan Beardsley John Bonsignore Fred X Brownstein Bill Cohn Cecilia DelGaudio Natasha Dikareva Kevin Duffy Larry Elardo Carolyn EnzHack Sabrina Fadial Patrick Goguen Cindy Gordon Memy IshShalom Cindy Journey Kevin King Ilana Krepchin Madeleine Lord Jacqueline Lorieo Maria Luongo Virginia Mahoney Bradford Matthews Silvina …

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Arts League of Lowell – Call for 3D Art

3D: Considering the Third Dimension Correct Exhibition Dates – July 1 – August 28, 2022 (there is an error on flyer, prospectus is correct) A juried exhibition of 3-dimensional, sculptural artwork, either wall hung (relief) or self-standing. From miniature to massive, let’s fill the gallery with impressive three-dimensional artwork. Show the juror what you’ve got. Make …

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NESA Artists Recognized

David Adilman and Cassie Doyon were recognized by the Eagle Tribune in Andover, MA for their work in a local show. David Adilman was also featured in an article about his Sculpture Garden near Fosters Pond.

Beyond the Walls

New Show at Fuller Craft Museum

We are excited to share that Beyond the Walls: Sculptures from the New England Sculptors Association our newest exhibition is now on view at Fuller Craft Museum! In this exhibition, current artists represented by the New England Sculptors Association display their works of ceramic, metal, stone, and other media throughout Fuller Craft Museum’s 22-acre outdoor …

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Positivity

NESA AND NAA NEWBURYPORT ART ASSOCIATION — POSITIVITY EXHIBITION

CONGRATS to the following artists: Elisa Adams, David Adilman, Anthony Alemany, Jeff Briggs, Lindley Briggs, Jeff Cooper, Memy Ish Shalom, Cindy Journey, David Kovacevic, Madeleine Lord, Maria Luongo, Brad Matthews, Daniel Myers, Tone Orvik and Karin Stanley. NEW ENGLAND SCULPTORS ASSOCIATION (NESA) AND NEWBURYPORT ART ASSOCIATION (NAA) are partnering to sponsor a Juried Exhibition for …

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2021 Arlington International Film Festival Submissions

NESA has initiated a partnership with our friends at Arlington International Film Festival…Art for art! Late Deadline ~ Sunday, May 30th The Arlington International Film Festival (AIFF) based in Arlington, Massachusetts is pleased to announce the Eleventh Annual Call for Submissions featuring the work of independent and student filmmakers from Massachusetts, USA, and the Global …

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NESA Member Liz Fletcher’s Work in Gloucester, MA

STOP/LOOK, Rocky Neck Art Colony of Gloucester MA annual members exhibition, features works created during the pandemic. One of them is an odd creature, “Refuge Within” — this work was made for the outdoor show “Refuge” last year at Old Frog Pond Farm in Harvard MA. Check the show out here.

NESA

Welcome New Members!

John BonSignore, Judith Cassell, Joseph Criollo, Louise Cutler, Sophia DiLibero, Sabrina Fadial, Joe Gitterman, Vincent Hawley, Lee Hutt, Jacob Kulin, David LaCount, Eric Lintala, Jacqueline Lorieo, David Madacsi, Robert Markey, Robert Meyer, James O Payne, Jr, Wendy Reasenberg, Zahava Sherez, Amanda Sisk and T. Sammie Wakefield! We are so thrilled to have you!

The Equinox

Congratulations to the Winners of the Online Juried Equinox Show!

Elisa Adams, David Adilman, Bruce Armitage, Cassie Doyon, Carolyn Enz Hack, Domenic Esposito, Liz Sibley Fletcher, Kimberly Harding, Linda Hoffman, Lee Hutt, Cornelia Kavanagh, Eric Lintala, Madeline Lord, Jacqueline Lorieo, David Madacsi, Bradford Matthew, Martina Angela Muller, Roe Osborn, Wendy Reasenberg, Stacy Latt-Savage, Zahava Sherez, Amanda Sisk, Allen Spivack, Carolyn Wirth and Melanie Zibit! The …

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Studio 80

Call For Entry! The Summer Sculpture Showcase In Old Lyme Connecticut

CALL FOR ENTRY! Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds is a vibrant community environment dedicated to arts  education and appreciation on the Connecticut shoreline. Our mission is to create a bond between art, nature & people by inspiring and promoting participation in the arts. We host our annual Summer Sculpture Showcase for our community to creatively engage, inspire and …

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