Stories
Our students, faculty, and alumni are out in the world doing great things every day.
Toni Elka (BFA Painting ’86), Founder of Future Chefs
Elka has made a profound impact on youth development through culinary arts in Boston.
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This Artist’s Vibrant Beachside Scenes Create Endless Summer
Alum Erin Clark’s paintings featured in Boston Magazine: This Artist’s Vibrant Beachside Scenes Create Endless Summer
View storyMassArt Alumna Kristina Durocher Appointed Visual Arts Director at UMass Amherst
Kristina L. Durocher, MassArt alumna in art history and painting, has named visual arts director at UMass Amherst Fine Arts Center.
View storyIn ‘La Toilette,’ four artists shift narrative of bathing scenes at LaiSun Keane
MassArt painting alum Isabelle Higgins explores themes of intimacy, self-perception, and mental health. With bold, saturated hues and a fearless gaze into her own experiences, her art invites viewers into an introspective dialogue on shame, confrontation, and healing.
View storyFeatured Artist Kristen Palana
MassArt alumna Kristen Palana blends sacred geometry, meditation, and visualization in her mesmerizing artwork. Discover how her global journey shapes her creative process and artistic mission.
View storyPainter, printer, sculptor Elizabeth Mooney to talk journey, process for Chautauqua Visual Arts Lecture Series
MassArt Associate Professor Elizabeth Mooney is scheduled to give a presentation for the Chautauqua Visual Arts Lecture Series at 6 p.m. July 17, 2024 in Hultquist Center.
View storyFall: Baptism
Francesca Santiago, ’25 BFA Painting & Fibers Fall: Baptism, Oil on canvas, 4′ x 7′
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Time is Fed
One of the winners of the 2024 George Nick Prize. Kady Whynott, ’24 BFA Painting Time is Fed, Oil and acrylic on canvas, 40″ x 30″
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Ben and Isabel
One of the winners of the 2024 George Nick Prize. Benjamin Henson, ’24 BFA Painting Ben and Isabel, Oil on canvas, 26″ x 38″
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From First-Gen to Aspiring Art Therapist
Artwork Bound student turned MassArt student Moreno (’25 BFA) aspires to be an art therapist at a hospital for children.
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