• Exhibition Opening Receptions
• Adult Workshop
• FREE Drop-in Connections Education Visits
• Family Workshops

John Murray: Paintings and Deviations

Please join us for a wine and cheese reception at NewTV for an exhibition by artist and New Art Center faculty member John Murray on Wednesday, May 22nd from 7-9pm. Born in Boston and a graduate of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, John has explored his bleak and sensual aesthetic through paints and mediums of all descriptions, as well as printmaking and assemblages. To see some samples of John's work, click here and visit his website here.

May 22, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

The Creative Process

The Creative Process features work by New Art Center faculty and students of all ages. Representing the outstanding quality of our education programs, The Creative Process highlights the work completed at the New Art Center during the past year.

Come see the possibilities.

May 31, 2013 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Polymer Caning for Beginners

Presented By: Jacquelyn Katz

This workshop will cover basic polymer techniques by making simple canes used to make jewelry and decorate surfaces. Learn everything from conditioning and forming canes to baking and finishing your pieces. Bring any small glass or tin that you would like to cover. All skill levels are welcome to explore and refine their technique.

May 18, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Fee: $65.00

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

Secrets of the Mobile

Presented By: Eileen Gagarin

For decades mobiles have captured the imagination of artists and makers. Using metal, wood, wire, gravity and more, we will construct moving sculptures with limitless possibility. Some light drilling, hammering and sawing is encouraged. All levels are encouraged to participate.

May 18, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Fee: $65.00

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

Monotype Printing - Exploring Transparent Layers with Akua Ink

Presented By: Arlene Bandes

This class will introduce you to the techniques involved in building up transparent layers of Akua inks using styrofoam printing plates and resists. In a process reminiscent of reduction block printing, students will learn step by step printing techniques using plates in a variety of colors and layers. Please bring a simple 9x12 pencil drawing to class (computer paper is adequate) to use as a starting point of your print. While Akua inks are water soluble a smock is suggested.

May 23, 2013 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Fee: $40.00

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

Glass Fusing - Plate and Bowl Making

Presented By: Michel L'Huillier

You will learn the basics of glass fusing techniques and play with colored glass pieces, glass powders and frits, stringers and glass beads. After a series of fun exercises, you’ll design and create a 4” x 4” dish and one 8” x 8” diameter bowl using the techniques learned. You will also create fused jewelry pieces such as necklaces or pins. Wear closed-toe shoes.

May 30, 2013 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Fee: $65.00

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

Photograph Your Portfolio

Presented By: Cristina Hajosy

Are you applying to art school, submitting work for an exhibition or designing a web site? Learn a few techniques that will improve your images and enhance your presentation! This discussion-based class will teach you the affordable way to photograph your work. Starting with a basic overview of photo principles, you will learn how aperture, shutter speed, ISO and white balance play a huge role in image quality. Lighting, background, and accurate color are also important aspects to consider.Please bring your camera.

May 30, 2013 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Fee: $45.00

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

Paste Paper

Presented By: Cristina Hajosy

As one of the earliest forms of decorative papers, Paste Paper is commonly used for bookbinding as well as calligraphy, printmaking, collage, stamping and origami. Paste Paper is created using acrylic paint or similar pigments mixed in a suspension of paste. After applied to a dampened sheet of paper, the colored paste can be patterned by pulling various utensils across the paste.

June 6, 2013 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Fee: $45.00

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

Fine Art Framing and Display

Presented By: Alex Jacobson

Have you ever gone into a frame shop and been totally overwhelmed? This workshop will examine all aspects of the frame including moulding, glazing, matting, and mounting, learning your options in language you can understand. Designed for the artist or collector on a budget, this workshop will also cover cutting mats and glazing by hand. Finally, we will discuss the relationship between the frame and the art, learning to match the frame to the message. All materials will be provided.

June 6, 2013 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Fee: $45.00

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

Social Media for Beginners

Presented By: Sarah Pollman

Social media is growing not only in our personal lives but also our professional world. Through lecture, discussion and hands on exercises, you will gain a solid understanding of how social networking functions and how to use it to promote your practice as an artist. You’ll learn about facebook, twitter, tumblr, blogs & instagram. Geared towards individuals who have an understanding of how computers work but are beginners to networking, website building and blogging online.

June 8, 2013 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Fee: $35.00

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

Gelatin Printing

Presented By: Cristina Hajosy

Make monotypes (one-of-a-kind prints) using unflavored, edible gelatin as a printing surface. This versatile process requires no press and uses water-soluble inks, such as water-based block printing or monotype inks, and paints such as gouache, tempera and watercolor. The flexible surface is first inked, then textural objects are lightly impressed and removed leaving a highly detailed design. A wide variety of fabrics, botanicals and found objects are available for experimentations on several types of papers.

June 13, 2013 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Fee: $45.00

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

Free Drop In Connections Family Visit

Join us for a family-friendly guided tour and art making activity surrounding our current exhibitions.

June 8, 2013 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Family Art Together - Puppet Making

The show will be followed by a puppet craft. Join Nicola and make your own puppet!

The New Art Center would like to invite you and your family to spend some quality together while making art and meeting people. This program allows children and parents/caretakers to learn, create, and most importantly, have fun together. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All activities are recommended for children ages 6 and up. Registration is encouraged, drop-ins also welcome.

May 19, 2013 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Fee: $10.00

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

Children's Workshop - Play in a Day, gr 2-6

Presented By: Danny Bolton

In this fun and educative workshop Danny Bolton will once again provide a great time while introducing and teaching theater skills to creative and talented minds.

Using improvisation, drama games, music, scriptwriting, theater skills and thriving imaginations, students will develop their own character and have a full and complete  play to perform at the end of the workshop.

May 19, 2013 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Fee: $25.00

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

Family Art Together - Upcycled Art

The New Art Center would like to invite you and your family to spend some quality together while making art and meeting people. This program allows children and parents/caretakers to learn, create, and most importantly, have fun together. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All activities are recommended for children ages 6 and up. Registration is encouraged, drop-ins also welcome.

June 2, 2013 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Fee: $10.00

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

Basic Glass Mosaic - Ages 6 & Up

Presented By: Michel L'Huillier

Learn the basics of glass mosaic techniques. Using your creativity,a huge variety of precut glass pieces and glue, make a small trivet or decorative panel. Michel will grout and clean your project, and it will be available for pick up within a week. Registration for two participants includes materials.

June 8, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Fee: $65.00

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

Family Art Together - Father's Day Gifts

The New Art Center would like to invite you and your family to spend some quality together while making art and meeting people. This program allows children and parents/caretakers to learn, create, and most importantly, have fun together. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All activities are recommended for children ages 6 and up. Registration is encouraged, drop-ins also welcome.

June 9, 2013 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Fee: $10.00

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