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MassArt Alum Vanessa Irzyk has Artwork Displayed on GBH’s Community Canvas

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Art Education
Painting

On September 19, 2025, GBH’s Digital Mural displayed the work of MassArt alumna Vanessa Irzyk.

MassArt Alumna Alaina Mahoney on Similarities Between Metalworking and Painting

Alumni in the News
Painting

Check out the Boston Globe interview with MassArt alumna, Alaina Mahoney, to learn about her artistic endeavours and career achievements.

MassArt Painting Alumni Bring ‘I AM Codman Sq’ Sculpture to Life

Alumni in the News
Painting

Lead artist Destiny Palmer and collaborating artist Alaina Mahoney pose in front of their “I AM Codman Sq” signature art piece in the heart of Boston.

The International Astronomical Union names an asteroid after MassArt Alum Sean Walker

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Alumni Relations
Painting

MassArt alumnus Sean Walker, BFA '96 (Painting), longtime Sky & Telescope editor has asteroid named after him.

Community Canvas Mural on Life in El Salvador

MassArt in the Media
Fine Arts 2D
Painting

Gabriela Moreno, BFA '25, was recently selected by GBH's Community Canvas for her mural reflecting everyday life in El Salvador.

A Painter Famed for Recreating What She Lost, in the Spotlight

Alumni in the News
Painting

New York Times feature on MassArt Alumna, Ann Craven, BFA '84.

Meet Eric Standley (BFA ’94)

Alumni in the News
Fine Arts 2D
Painting
Studio for Interrelated Media

MassArt alum Eric Standley (BFA) pushes artistic boundaries with intricate, laser-cut paper sculptures that explore paradox and perception. Discover his unconventional journey, from self-proclaimed "failed painter" to visionary artist.

Pollination Mural Explores Interconnectedness on GBH Community Canvas

MassArt in the Media
Fine Arts 2D
Painting

Fourth-Year Colomba Klenner's artwork selected for GBH Community Canvas.

A Celebration of Joy and Inspiring Creativity

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Architecture
Art Education
Painting
President's Office

In 2024, MassArt honored six Common Good Award recipients—local leaders who are transforming lives and strengthening communities: Toni Elka, May Chau, Shirley Edgerton, Thaddeus Miles, Frederick Wiseman, and Yinette Guzman.

Rising Stars: Alumna Monica Srivastava

Alumni in the News
Art Education
Painting

MassArt alumna Monica Srivastava (BFA ’19) shares her journey of artistic growth, overcoming obstacles, and finding her voice as a contemporary artist in a CanvasRebel Q&A.

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2026 MASSART AUCTION STUDENT CALL FOR ART – DEADLINE NOVEMBER 9

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Monday, November 3, 2025

Call for Art: Indigenous is A Word for Home

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Monday, November 3, 2025
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Mens Rea: A Guilty Mind

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Monday, November 3, 2025
Frances Euphemia Thompson Gallery

Spring 2026 BFA Open Registration by Class Begins

Monday, November 3, 2025

Born a Bug

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Monday, November 3, 2025 / 8:00am to 10:00pm
North Crackatorium

Lure and Line: A Fish Collective

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Monday, November 3, 2025 / 8:00am to 11:00pm
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Film/Video: Experiments in Expanded Media Show

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Monday, November 3, 2025 / 10:00am to 7:00pm
Kennedy Building 2nd Floor, Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Zine and Riso Showcase: Call for Art Presented by Zine Scene

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Monday, November 3, 2025 / 5:00pm
Tower 1 and West End Lobby

Call for Art: Intentional Preseverance

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Monday, November 3, 2025 / 6:00pm
South Crackatorium

MAC Linocut Night

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