The Somerville Media Center has created an interesting and substantive video about the new tax law, passed December 2017, and its possible impact on the Massachusetts arts community. Moderator Anabel Vázquez Rodríguez is joined by Emily Ruddock from MASSCreative and Tonja Mettlach from the Massachusetts Nonprofit Network. They discuss, among other things, how a reduction in the … [Read more...]
Traditional Arts Apprenticeships: Apply Now
Mass Cultural Council believes in the power of culture, and we believe that it's vital to support the rich folk arts and heritage within Massachusetts communities. One way we do this is through the Traditional Arts Apprenticeships, now accepting applications. Apprenticeships are a time-honored method by which an individual learns skills, techniques, and artistry under the … [Read more...]
Advice for Emerging Artists
Periodically, we pose questions about issues artists face in their work and lives. This month, we share responses from a question posed many times before (but useful nonetheless!): What is your advice for emerging artists? Cristi Rinklin, visual artist Work hard, don't be afraid to take risks, be resourceful, and find your community. These will be the people who will … [Read more...]
The Power of Culture in Communities
Mass Cultural Council invites artists, city and town leaders, cultural and youth organizations, and others interested in the intersection between culture and communities to join us for the Mass Cultural Council Institute. The Mass Cultural Council Institute is a day of connection and conversations, focused on unleashing the power of culture in communities throughout the … [Read more...]
Fellows Notes – Feb 18
Fellows Notes is a monthly listing of the latest news from awardees in our Artist Fellowships Program. Cynthia Consentino and Joo Lee Kang are both featured in the exhibition Fantastical, Political at Fitchburg Art Museum (2/11-6/3). Leigh Craven and Mariko Kusumoto are both exhibiting in Fiber and Glass at Bristol Art Museum in Rhode Island (2/9-2/25, reception 2/9, … [Read more...]