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

John Rego Visiting Assistant Professor, Illustration

MassArt Alum Alex Small-Butera Wins Emmy for Animation

Alex Small-Butera '08 BFA

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.

Artist, alum, and instructor Clint Baclawski on how MassArt’s creative community invites you to change your perspective

Clint Baclawski '08 MFA

MassArt instructor and director of ‘The Lab,’ Clint Baclawski is an accomplished artist who has won numerous awards, exhibited in the U.S. and abroad, and attended residencies in Venice, Italy, and Wassaic, NY.

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The Art of Curating an Exhibition

Catherine Lecomte Lecce '23 MFA

At MassArt, MFA students and alumni uncover their unique curatorial styles through hands-on experiences and courses like Curatorial Practice. Catherine LeComte Lecce’s exhibition, Matrescence, explored the profound and often overlooked transformations of motherhood.

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A person with short hair, wearing a black outfit, sits on a stool in a room filled with creativity. Beside them stands a large printer, surrounded by several art pieces taped to the walls. The setting resembles an art studio, hinting at their passion for curating an exhibition.

Overcoming Eurocentrism

Lyssa Palu-ay Vice President, Community and Civic Engagement

Lyssa Palu-Ay (MFA ’01), Dean of JET (Justice, Equity, and Transformation), works to move beyond institutional practices that can unintentionally marginalize BIPOC communities.

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Lyssa Palu-ay poses with Rob "ProBlak" Gibbs and Genaro "GoFive" Ortega.

Marc Holland and the transformative power of a MassArt education

Marc Holland Department Chair, Studio Foundation & '00 BFA

Marc Holland (BFA ’99), director of MassArt’s Studio Foundation Program, says that as a result of a professor’s guidance, he switched gears — and uses that experience to keep front of mind that the best teaching lets students know they can impact the world in unexpected ways.

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MassArt faculty member Marc Holland stands in front of two photographs hung on the wall.

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

Cicely Carew ‘05 BFA Painting

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.

Cedric Douglas’s Majestic MassArt Journey

Cedric Douglas ‘11 BFA

Cedric Douglas (’11 BFA), the first person in his family to attend college, celebrates Black Excellence with a new mural on MAAM’s facade.

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Photo of Cedric Douglas in front of a colorful mural

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

Mel Taing ‘16 BFA

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

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.

Nonprofit executive Julie Wake envisions a world where artists have a seat – and a role to play – at every table.

Julie Wake ‘07 BFA Architecture

Julie Wake (’07 BFA) never expected to go to college after having been in the workforce for several years. Her MassArt education gave her an opportunity to advocate for artists in a big way.

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Julie Wake, a nonprofit executive with wavy blonde hair, stands confidently with her arms crossed. Dressed in a beige sweater, black scarf, and smartwatch, she smiles softly against a blurred indoor background, radiating an approachable yet professional aura.
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