Stories Archive

New Boston Tradition Lights Up Contemporary Public Art Scene

MassArt Museum joins Boston Public Art Triennial, featuring Nicholas Galanin and other MassArt artists in bold contemporary works.

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A person with long hair tied in a bun carefully draws or carves on a large wooden object at MassArt, holding paper in one hand and a pencil or tool in the other. The image is in black and white.

Pushing Visual Boundaries as an Illustrator

Abby Ouellette '19 BFA

MassArt alumna Abby Ouellette ’19 explores girlhood, nostalgia, and editorial illustration as a bold, boundary-pushing freelance illustrator.

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A young woman with long hair gazes thoughtfully to the side, holding her hands near her face. She has white nail polish, rings, and wears bows on her fingers—an evocative illustration lit with purple and blue hues.

From MassArt to Netflix: A Q&A with Alumnus Dave Schlafman

Dave Schlafman ‘04 BFA

Studio for Interrelated Media Alumnus, Dave Schlafman, talks about his MassArt experience and the lessons he’s learned in the design industry.

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From South Boston to the Silver Screen: The Art of Filmmaking

Terrence Hayes '96 BFA

Award-winning Cinematographer and MassArt Alumnus, Terrence Hayes, talks about filmmaking as a collaborative art form.

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A man in a short-sleeve shirt holds and looks through a vintage camera outdoors in bright sunlight, capturing a moment of Silver Screen filmmaking; blurred trees and buildings linger in the black-and-white background.

MassArt’s Winning Design Kicks Off FIFA World Cup 26™ Boston

John Rego Visiting Assistant Professor, Illustration

MassArt Illustration students and faculty member and alumnus John Rego’s design selected for the Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Boston Poster.

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MassArt Alumni and Friends Gather for Art-Filled Winter Getaway in the Berkshires

Abe Morell & Steve Locke MassArt Professor Emeritus & Former Visiting Lecturer, BFA ’97, MFA ’01

MassArt alumni and friends gathered in the Berkshires for an inspiring weekend of art, connection, and discussions on creativity.

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Two men and a dog sit in front of a crowd.

Having a Multi-Faceted Design Career: From MassArt to MTV to Disney

Gennifer Leong Alvarado '99 BFA Studio For Interrelated Media (SIM)

From designing for MTV to leading creative at Disney, Gennifer Leong Alvarado’s journey proves the power of fearless creativity.

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Julian Phillips on Historic Architecture and the Power of Interdisciplinary Learning

Julian Phillips '20 M.Arch

Discover how Julian Phillips ’20 M.Arch uses his MassArt education in historic preservation, restoring iconic landmarks and uncovering untold architectural stories.

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An artwork made of colored Acrylic connected by clear acrylic rods by Julian Phillips.

Combining Passion and Purpose: Using Art to Heal

Sherwin Long '13 BFA

At MassArt, Sherwin Long unlocked his ‘inner spirit warrior,’ finding strength and purpose in his creative journey.

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Six raised fists in different skin tones are depicted against a vibrant, collage-style background of newspaper headlines and text. This powerful art piece symbolizes unity and diversity, with purposeful messages of social justice, activism, and the power to heal communities.

Ceramicist & Alum Sam Kim Creates One-of-a-Kind Awards for MassArt’s 2024 Common Good Award Honorees

Sam Kim '18 BFA

This year's MassArt Common Good Awards Honorees will receive custom, inscribed ceramic awards by Sam Kim, a MassArt alum transforming slipcasting into unique artistry.

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