The Brush Gallery is pleased to host it’s annual Members Exhibition and open the call for art.

The exhibition will be juried by  Michael S. Vieira (b. 1974, Lowell, Massachusetts) is an American oil painter based in Lowell. He studied at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and later apprenticed under painter Paul Ingbretson, where he refined his technique in the classical tradition.

Vieira is best known for his cityscapes, particularly those depicting his hometown of Lowell. His paintings emphasize the quiet dignity of aging buildings and the layered history of the city’s neighborhoods, mills, and gathering places. Combining classical methods with a personal sensibility, his work often explores themes of faith, history, and resilience while reflecting the grit and character of urban life.

His work has been featured in numerous exhibitions and has found its way into private collections both nationally and internationally. Recognized for his ability to convey a deep sense of place, Vieira continues to create paintings that resonate with beauty, history, and the enduring spirit of Lowell.

The Brush Art Gallery and Studios is located in the Lowell National Historical Park across the courtyard from the Visitor Center. This dynamic and captivating place was originally founded by the Lowell Historic Preservation Commission, U.S. Department of the Interior.

The Brush presents museum quality exhibitions, educational programs, and has collaborated with many other nonprofit groups. Artists occupy studio spaces to interact with and educate the public on a weekly basis. Currently, eleven studio artists produce paintings, illustration, photography, jewelry, sculpture, ceramics, quilts, and hand crocheted items. Associate artists display work in the common area. The Brush Art Gallery and Studios is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization. The Brush is supported by the Lowell National Historical Park.