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SUMMARY:4 Voices in Color
DESCRIPTION:4 Voices in Color\nSusan Aeschbach\, Cathie Brenner\, Margo Ezekiel and Judith Stein are Boston-based abstract artists. “4 Voices in Color” showcases their different views on both the natural world and the fantasy world. Each artist has a unique approach to creating abstracts incorporating a variety of materials and mediums. The exhibit includes mixed media works\, acrylic paintings\, oil paintings\, collage\, fiber arts\, and eco prints.  \nBonded by their shared passion for abstract work and a determination to deepen their own art practices\, Susan\, Cathie\, Margo and Judith have created a group with two other artists called the Black Sweater Artist Group. This group meets regularly to share ideas\, exchange resources/techniques\, encourage further experimentation in their work\, and exhibit collaboratively when possible.  \nSusan is a painter and mixed media artist from Newton\, MA.  She seeks to capture the aliveness that is inherent in all things animate and inanimate.  She paints intuitively\, particularly loves working with color and the inspiration for her abstract work often comes from nature and fantasy. \nCathie is a painter and collage artist from Brookline\, MA. Her mixed media paintings incorporate old scraps from family fabric\, found images\, writing\, sand and seaweed\,  and other plant life. She is inspired by textures\, color\, memory and meaning.  \nMargo is a contemporary collage artist from Newton\, MA. She prints her papers using a gelli-plate\, which allows her to create rich textures and patterns without a press. She works organically and  rarely starts with an idea; she looks to her very messy table for a spark of inspiration. \nJudith is a painter and mixed media artist from Needham\, Massachusetts. This exhibit showcases her exploration of gelli-plate and eco printing as well as collage. Inspired by nature and its intricate patterns and rich textures\, most of her work revolves around botanicals and nature-related themes.   \n4 Voices in Color is on view from Saturday May\, 31\, 2025 through Saturday July 12\, 2025.  The exhibit will end with a Closing Reception on July 12 from 2:00-4:00pm.  The artists will be at Fivesparks for 2 ‘Meet & Greet’ sessions:  \nJudith Stein & Susan Aeschbach on Friday\, June 13\, 2025\, and Margo Ezekiel and Cathie Brenner on Wednesday\, June 25\, 2025. Both days 2:00-4:00pm. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/4-voices-in-color/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:4 Voices in Color - Artist Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:4 Voices in Color\nSusan Aeschbach\, Cathie Brenner\, Margo Ezekiel and Judith Stein are Boston-based abstract artists. “4 Voices in Color” showcases their different views on both the natural world and the fantasy world. Each artist has a unique approach to creating abstracts incorporating a variety of materials and mediums. The exhibit includes mixed media works\, acrylic paintings\, oil paintings\, collage\, fiber arts\, and eco prints.  \nBonded by their shared passion for abstract work and a determination to deepen their own art practices\, Susan\, Cathie\, Margo and Judith have created a group with two other artists called the Black Sweater Artist Group. This group meets regularly to share ideas\, exchange resources/techniques\, encourage further experimentation in their work\, and exhibit collaboratively when possible.  \nCathie Brenner & Margo Ezekiel will be at Fivesparks on Wednesday\, June 25\, 2025\, 2:00-4:00pm to meet visitors and talk about their art.   \nCathie is a painter and collage artist from Brookline\, MA. Her mixed media paintings incorporate old scraps from family fabric\, found images\, writing\, sand and seaweed\,  and other plant life. She is inspired by textures\, color\, memory and meaning.  \nMargo is a contemporary collage artist from Newton\, MA. She prints her papers using a gelli-plate\, which allows her to create rich textures and patterns without a press. She works organically and  rarely starts with an idea; she looks to her very messy table for a spark of inspiration. \nStop by to meet the artists\, hear about their inspirations\, processes or to ask your own questions about their art.  \nFree and open to all. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/4-voices-in-color-artist-meet-greet-2/
LOCATION:Fivesparks
CATEGORIES:art,exhibit,speaking,workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="AnaMaria Nanra":MAILTO:fivesparkseventsandvolunteers@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:2025 Summer Plein Air Artists Group
DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Ann Gillespie (agillespieart@gmail.com) and Judy Warner (awarner@charter.net). \nEnjoy the rewarding experience of creating art out-of-doors in Harvard! This group will meet weekly for six weeks to create together in local private and public areas\, including some beautiful sites not usually accessible to the public. While plein air is wonderful\, it can be daunting and difficult to get out consistently on a solo basis. The commitment to working with a group can be extremely helpful in “making it happen” and is also fun and rewarding. \nAll levels are encouraged to participate\, from beginner to professional\, and artists are welcome to create in the medium of their choice. While this program’s volunteer facilitators are generously donating their time to plan\, organize\, and manage the series\, they won’t be providing actual instruction; all participants are encouraged to share ideas\, tips and fellowship. \nDonation: $100 for the six sessions.  All proceeds to benefit Fivesparks. \nSpace is limited. \nDates:  Thursdays\, June 19\, 26; July 10\, 17\, 24 & 31. (rain dates are Friday of the same week\, or rescheduled as warranted; no session the week of July 4th) \nTime:   2:30-5:30pm \nRegistrants will receive tips for working en plein air and the schedule with locations\, in advance of the sessions. \nThe 2025 Summer program has been filled.  Click HERE to subscribe to our newsletter\, to learn about future programs and events. 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/2025-summer-plein-air-artists-group/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:Various locations in Harvard
CATEGORIES:art,workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Gillespie":MAILTO:agillespieart@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:The Art of Felting - 3D Mushroom House
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Felting Using 2D and 3D Techniques\nJoin fiber artist Rachel Benson to learn the art of wool felting. You can join for one or both classes.\nIn class one you will learn how to ‘paint’ with wool to create a 2D scene of rabbits dancing around a fire. In class\ntwo\, you will learn how to sculpt with wool creating a whimsical 3D mushroom house.  All materials provided!\nAges: Teens and adults (kids 9-12 are welcome to join with an adult)\nCost: $28 for one class or $56 for both classes\nJune 12th: Painting with Wool (Rabbit Scene)\nJune 26th: Felt a 3D Mushroom House\nClick here to sign up:
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/the-art-of-felting-painting-with-wool-rabbit-scene-2/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Cove
CATEGORIES:art,kids,workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Benson":MAILTO:rachelbenson@thefiberweb.com
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SUMMARY:Koan Jazz Quintet - Album Release Concert
DESCRIPTION:2nd Album Release – Tributaries by the Northampton based Jazz Quintet\, Koan.  \nAbout Koan and the music:\nKoan sprouted from our shared love and respect for the traditions of Black American music. This music is a powerful framework for communal storytelling\, which captures the energy\, beauty and poignant power of being human. Through our music we seek to tell our own stories and to bring our audiences into the expressive power of this artform. We approach each performance like a grand narrative weaving together our original music with arrangements which pay homage to the great innovators of modern jazz\, R&B\, funk\, and hip hop. We hope\, like any good movie\, this musical narrative will be not just nice to listen to\, but will immerse all in the stories we have to tell. \nHave a listen here!\nKoan began in the fall of 2024 out of a desire to play the music of the Second Great Quintet and Contemporary artists like Ambrose Akinmusire and Joel Ross as well as workshop our own compositions. As a collective we seek to support the projects and visions of our members. Our first album came out in June under the leadership of Mathew Mueller. We recently released our second album\, Ian Behrstock’s Tributaries. \n\n\n\nIan hails from Maynard and Boxborough and his family is from Harvard. The Fivesparks concert brings his music back to his original community. Ian still has very strong connections to the area through family and friends. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 28\, 7pm \nTICKETS $20 — AVAILABLE FOR ADVANCE PURCHASE \nOR at the door.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.fivesparks.org/event/koan-jazz-quintet-album-release-concert/
LOCATION:Fivesparks Gallery\, 7 Fairbank Street\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:music
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