A new juried exhibition, The Shape of Who We Are, opens with a public reception on AHA! Night. Juried by Marcelle Joseph, the exhibition features artists from around the world exploring themes of identity. The works examine how identity is shaped and expressed through race, gender, class, culture, and personal history. The exhibition encourages reflection […]
The New Bedford Art Museum presents The Shape of Who We Are: Exploring Identity, a juried showcase curated by Marcelle Joseph, an independent curator and collector. Identity can connect us to our origins or inspire transformation. In Shape of Who We Are, artists from across the globe explore how identity is formed, expressed, and reimagined […]
This is the first retrospective exhibition of renowned photographer Anthony Barboza (b. 1944). A New Bedford native of Cape Verdean descent, Anthony Barboza has, throughout his influential career, demonstrated a deep compassion for and interest in telling the stories of Black American life and communities of color worldwide. Barboza’s photographs resonate with beauty and grace. […]
The New Bedford Art Museum marks its 30th anniversary with "Best of SouthCoast," a juried exhibition showcasing work by 75 artists. The show spans several centuries and features a range of media, highlighting the region’s rich artistic heritage shaped by nature, culture, and community. Visitors are encouraged to explore the exhibit and discover both shared […]
This beginner-friendly portrait class builds a strong foundation in four weeks. Students can use pencil, charcoal, colored pencil, or ink. Week one covers proportion, placement, and light and shadow. Week two focuses on facial features and basic anatomy. In week three, students will work on value studies and begin a guided portrait using reference images. […]
The New Bedford Art Museum weekly summer art program runs from June 16 to August 29, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, and wheel throwing. Kids are encouraged to bring lunch. The fee is $315.00 for members and $350.00 for non-members.
The New Bedford Art Museum’s Spring Break Program offers kids a fun and creative way to spend April vacation. Through hands-on activities, they’ll explore painting, drawing, printmaking, collage and wheel throwing while learning a bit about art history along the way. Everyone brings a lunch and goes home with unique pieces to share with family […]
Ahoy! The New Bedford Light invites art lovers, artists and art buyers to its next Arts Illuminated show, titled "At the Edge of Imagination," this Thursday, Aug. 28, at 6:30 p.m. The free event at the New Bedford Art Museum features the works of and interviews with area artists who push the boundaries of reality […]
Poets, spoken word artists, and fans can share original work or favorite pieces in an open mic format on the last Wednesday of each month. Hosted by Kate Frazer Rego, a South Coast-based artist and educator whose multidisciplinary work includes sculpture, performance, and puppetry. She holds an MFA from Boston University and is currently featured […]
New Bedford Art Museum will host a free ArtTALK with painter Peter C. Stone, whose work is featured in The Best of SouthCoast Artist Exhibition. An artist, author, and educator, Stone has exhibited in more than 60 solo and 100 group shows across the U.S., Canada, and England. His work often explores themes of ecology […]
Learn colored pencil techniques in this four-week class that starts with the basics and builds to a finished portrait. Week one introduces blending, layering, burnishing, and simple color theory. In […]
Poets, spoken word artists and fans are invited to the “Dog Days of Summer” open mic on Wednesday, July 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. The monthly event offers a space to share original work and favorite poems. Artist and educator Kate Frazer Rego will host. She studied at UMass Dartmouth and Boston University and […]
Whether you use your sketchbook to creatively brainstorm a work project, capture daily observations, imagine a fantasy world, or just mindfully doodle, it can be a unique record of your day or your life. Join other sketchers at our informal gathering, led by local artist and illustrator Isiah Botelho. Each session will kick off with […]
This month's FriYAY concert features the KabuJazz Duo, a longtime collaboration between New Bedford vocalist and educator Candida Rose and Cape Verdean multi-instrumentalist José Luís Santos Spencer. Their music blends […]
From June 30 to July 3, youth ages 12 and up can explore hand-built ceramics in a clay-focused art program running from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students will learn techniques such as pinching, coiling and slab building while creating functional and creative pieces. The program also introduces surface design and decoration with underglaze or […]
Sketchbook Sessions, now held biweekly, offer an informal space for artists to draw, share, and connect. Local artist and illustrator Isiah Botelho leads each session with a prompt to inspire conversation and creativity. Participants are encouraged to bring their own sketchbooks and materials; basic supplies will be provided. Tickets are $10 per class. All experience levels are […]
This week, young artists will explore hand-built ceramics through techniques such as pinching, coiling, slab building, and joining. Students will create functional and whimsical pieces inspired by nature, animals, and everyday objects, while also learning surface design and decoration methods. Each day introduces a new skill and theme, helping participants build confidence and three-dimensional thinking. […]
"The Shape of Who We Are: Exploring Identity" is a juried exhibition examining origins, extinction, tradition, and transformation. Open to artists worldwide, the exhibition welcomes works in any medium. Juror: Independent curator and collector Marcelle Joseph, known for her work in gender and identity-focused art. Submission Details: Open to all artists; works must relate to […]
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