Stories

Putting Heart into Creating: Student Spice Callahan Shares Her Story

MassArt Painting student Spice Callahan ’27 reflects on life experiences, discovering a passion for painting, and the transformative impact of scholarship support.

MassArt Alum Tara Bilotta Featured on GBH’s Community Canvas

A piece by MassArt alum Tara Bilotta BFA ‘24 Painting, "Frog’s Eye," featured on GBH’s Community Canvas.

MassArt Alum Cicely Carew creates astral botanical forms in exhibition at New England Botanical Garden

MassArt alum Cicely Carew is featured in Worcester Magazine for her immersive installation work in "Elevated," a new exhibition at the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill that pairs her aerial sculptures with thousands of orchids.

MassArt Alum Maureen O’Connor Featured on GBH’s Community Canvas

MassArt alum Maureen O’Connor, BFA ’81, is featured on GBH’s Community Canvas digital mural.

Arts Foundation of Cape Cod Celebrates Jackie Reeves and Lauren Wolk as its Artists of the Year

MassArt alum Jackie Reeves, MFA ’10 Painting, is named a 2026 Artist of the Year by the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod.

MassArt Alum Steven J. Cabral Featured on GBH’s Community Canvas

MassArt alum Steven J. Cabral's dynamic visual mural is featured on Community Campus, presented by The Culture Show and GBH.

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

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

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

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.

Handmade Photobook Week: Elysabeth Cianci