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MassArt Alum Alex Small-Butera Wins Emmy for Animation

Alex Small-Butera sat down for an interview to explain about how he and Lindsay got from here to there, rising in their careers to receive this mark of achievement from Hollywood on their ability as animators, as artists.

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Lindsay and Alex Small-Butera dressed in formal clothing on the red carpet at the 2024 Emmy Awards.

Several MassArt Faculty and Alums Named 2025 Light Work Artists-in-Residence

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MassArt Makes an Impact: Aug 26 – Sept 13, 2024

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Aerial view of a cityscape showcasing the vibrant impact of autumn foliage mingling with residential and commercial buildings. In the foreground, a large modern building with reflective windows stands prominently, echoing the innovative spirit reminiscent of MassArts 2024 vision.

MassArt Alum’s Fashion on Full Display at ICA

Fashion Designer and MassArt Alumnus Heily Rivas' (‘24) latest collection will be on full display at the Institute of Contemporary Arts’ (ICA)  “First Fridays: Fashion Fête” (tickets on-sale now!) event on July 5.

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Heily Rivas stands on a beach wearing a purple Quinceañera dress. Photo: Harol Rivas

How Cambridge’s public art protectors fight graffiti and grime

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Lisa Jeanne Graf joins race for Suffolk 8th District state rep seat

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Samuels & Associates Hosts Outdoor Fitness, Live Music, Public Art, and the Return of Fenway Flea

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Cicely Carew on transforming one’s creative passion into a fulfilling career — and maybe sparking a bit of wonder along the way.

In taking museum-worthy work to public spaces, Cicely Carew ('05 BFA) reminds MassArt students to lead with their hearts.

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A person wearing a colorful floral dress beams with creative passion while standing beside an abstract art installation made of vibrant mesh, fabric, and netting. The background is a mix of purple, blue, and red hues, sparking wonder in a lively and artistic atmosphere.

Filmmaker, photographer, and community artist and educator Mel Tiang on resourcefulness, doing it all, and embracing the winding road.

Mel Taing (BFA ’16) returns to her MassArt roots by making a film about a new library in Boston’s Chinatown, which hasn’t had a permanent branch since 1956.

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A filmmaker with long dark hair sits on a wooden chair, resting their chin on their hand. They wear a dark jacket and uniquely shaped earrings. The background is a soft blend of purple hues, creating a calm, artistic atmosphere.

Artist, MassArt trustee, and innovation consultant Kelly Sherman wields her creativity and curiosity to find the next big idea in organizational strategy.

Kelly Sherman (’02 BFA), says MassArt schooled her not just in creativity but also in problem solving, discipline, and strategy.

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A person with wavy blonde hair is smiling at the camera, embodying creativity. They are wearing a white collared shirt, standing against a backdrop of colorful abstract art pieces on the wall.
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