We are happy to announce that Kate Rasche (pronounced Raah-shuh) is our new program manager. Many of you already know Kate from her management of our social media feeds–particularly the Featured Artist program– and from the sophisticated landscapes she exhibits here. Originally from southern Maine, Kate is bringing us wide range of experience in the arts and nonprofit sector. She holds a BS

Teen Night Monday, February 5, 2018 (snow date: February 12, 2018) Lunes, 5 de febrero de 2018, de 6:00 a 7:30 PM (fecha por nieve: 12 de febrero de 2018) featuring artists in the current exhibition 14th Annual College Show 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Open and free to all. All teens and their families are invited to ArtsWorcester for

Framing 2.0 with Amanda Kidd Schall Saturday, February 10, 10am-12pm Join us for this hands-on framing session led by Amanda Kidd Schall. Participants will try their hand at certain aspects of framing, including mat cutting and paper mounting. Please bring a small work on paper (size 5”x7” maximum) to the workshop. You must be a current ArtsWorcester member to attend this session.

Featured Member, Jack Keough, is a classically trained oil painter working with a range of themes from still lifes to body landscapes. Read about his process and inspirations in our interview, and see more of his work at www.artistjackkeough.com

Cathy Taylor combines collage, assemblage and photography, often in the form of luminaries, to explore themes relating to women and nature. Learn about her inspiration in our interview, and see more of Cathy’s work online at cathyweavertaylor.com.

Amanda Gibson www.acgibsonart.com www.ampartwork.com Instagram: @acgibson_art Facebook: @acgibsonart When did art become a pursuit for you? I have been creating things since I was little and always have a sketchbook or a box of craft materials nearby. As an adult, I have developed a passion for mask making, puppet making, sculpture, and illustration. Are you self-taught or formally educated in

  John Hayes-Nikas haynikstudios.carbonmade.com When did art become a pursuit for you? Art became a serious pursuit for me in 1973 during my junior year of college. I was selected by the art department administration as the single student from my class to study abroad at the University of Mexico. I knew I had some skills and abilities with drawing

  John Garton Biography When did art become a pursuit for you? When I left law school at the age of 23. I began making art in the hours when I wasn’t studying art history. Are you self-taught or formally educated in visual art? I am formally and informally educated (B.A. in Philosophy from Trinity University, San Antonio, TX, and

ArtsWorcester seeks a Program Manager for a multi-faceted and dynamic position that engages with all aspects of the organization, its artists, and the public. The Program Manager reports to the Executive Director but works in close collaboration with her, an exhibition installer, graphic designer, bookkeeper, community partners, and volunteers. ArtsWorcester, an Equal Opportunity Employer, offers a flexible and joyous work

Teen Night Monday, December 4, 2017 (snow date: December 11, 2017) Lunes, 4 de diciembre de 2017, de 6:00 a 7:30 PM (fecha por nieve: 11 de diciembre de 2017) featuring artists in the current exhibition E Pluribus Unum 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Open and free to all. All teens and their families are invited to ArtsWorcester for Teen Night!

Jill Watts jillwattsart.wordpress.com When did art become a pursuit for you? According to my mother, my first words were “bu’eyes” about a doll with blue eyes. By kindergarten, I knew that I would be an artist and work with color. My mother encouraged me because of her own interest in art and the fact that it kept me quiet. There

Teen Volunteer Opportunity Are you passionate about art? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to help out an art gallery? Now is the time to find out! Join the ArtsWorcester team and learn how a gallery operates, provide valuable support to staff, and gain knowledge of the arts and cultural sector in Worcester. ArtsWorcester seeks an energetic,

Roger Hankins, Director of the Cantor Art Gallery at the College of the Holy Cross, will be the 36th recipient of the ArtsWorcester Award, which goes annually to an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to art and culture in this city. He will receive the award during ArtsWorcester’s Annual Meeting at 657 Main Street on Friday, September 8, 2017,

2018 Exhibitions View the “Gallery Exhibits” tab for more detailed information on the gallery spaces and art exhibitions. All exhibitions are free and open to the public. During exhibitions gallery hours are 12:00 PM through 4:00 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. February 2, 2018 The Fourteenth Annual College Show Colleen Fitzgerald, Stamina Present Tense Prize Winner February 2 – March

2017 Exhibitions View the “Gallery Exhibits” tab for more detailed information on the gallery spaces and exhibitions. All exhibitions are free and open to the public. During exhibitions gallery hours are 12:00 PM through 4:00 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.   September 8, 2017 Material Needs: Jennifer Davis Carey, Katie Dye, Ralph Ferro, Casey Hickey, Tomoko Sakai, Rebecca Smith, Pamela