Open Studios with Mark Mellinger
Clock Tower Artists 75 South Church Street, 3rd Floor, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesVisit artist Mark Mellinger in his studio (Suite 305), September 16-18, to view his original paintings and constructions.
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Open Studios at empty set projects
empty set projects 150 South Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesOpen studios at empty set projects will feature works by resident artists Monika Pizzichemi, Michael McKay, Hazle Weatherfield, Marcel Bova, and (possibly) Matson Jones. There will also be ongoing sound installations by Michael McKay and Marcel Bova. Friday & Saturday, September 16 & 17, 6 to 9 pm; Sunday, September 18, 12 to 8 pm.…
Open Studios and Watercolor Demonstration with Sally Tiska Rice
Clock Tower Artists 75 South Church Street, 3rd Floor, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesVisit artist Sally Tiska Rice in her studio (Suite 302), September 17 & 18, 11 am to 5 pm. Demos at 1 pm on both Saturday and Sunday sharing watercolor techniques. $10 off original paintings 11”x14” and larger in studio during open studios or by appointment in September when you show your Berkshire Athenaeum library…
Pittsfield Farmers Market
The Common, First Street, Pittsfield, MA 100 First Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesPowered by Roots Rising, the Pittsfield Farmers Market is the first teen-run market in the region. A year-round market with live music, chef demos, workshops, and children’s activities, the Pittsfield Farmers Market believes everyone should have access to fresh, healthy food. Find the market in the First Street Common each Saturday from 9 am to…
Carl Bowlby Home Studio Tour
Carl Bowlby Home Studio 155 Egremont Avenue, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesThe Carl Bowlby Home Studio Tour is an in-person studio tour of Carl Bowlby’s art in his home, where art is displayed on every floor and in every room. The main event is in the studio basement of the house. There will be live music as well as cocktail piano background music by Carl himself.
Benigna Chilla: From West to East to West
Berkshire Community College 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesBenigna Chilla: From West to East to West is the title of Benigna Chilla’s recent mixed media works. Installed at the Koussevitzky Gallery on the Campus of Berkshire Community College, the show runs from September 1 to October 30, 2022. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. For more information, contact…
West African and Caribbean Drum & Song Class with Aimee Gelinas
Lichtenstein Center for the Arts 28 Renne Avenue, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesJoin drummer and cultural educator Aimee Gelinas M.Ed, Director of the Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center, in a hands-on, participatory West African & Caribbean drum and song class at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts. Learn hand drum skills, traditional rhythms, cultural context, and accompanying songs in various languages. Registration is required for all…
Smartphone and iPad Photography Workshop
Brothership Building 141 North Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesLearn how to get more out of your smartphone or iPad and gain a better working knowledge of its true photographic potential in this two-hour introductory workshop led by fine art photographer, Thad Kubis. This workshop is taking place at Berkshire Art Center’s newest second location, the Brothership Building at 141 North Street in Pittsfield.…
Abstract Painting Techniques Demo
Clock Tower Artists 75 South Church Street, 3rd Floor, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesIf you are new to abstract painting, the jump from traditional, objective painting may leave you mystified with how professional abstract painters are able to achieve a variety of textures and finishes using the same paint you are using! This demo will cover a variety of water-based media (focused on acrylic paint and mediums), tools,…
Watercolor Foundations (Fall Session 1)
Brothership Building 141 North Street, Pittsfield, MA, United StatesA versatile approach to the art of watercolor painting, this class led by local painter, Jill Gustavis, will familiarize students with supplies, theory, and techniques. Practicing washes and brushwork, students will learn about water control and working with their paints. Skills covered will slowly expand to include more subtle and nuanced techniques each week. By…