Mass Cultural Council believes that the work of individual artists is essential to a thriving society. We are excited to announce the Fiscal Year 2022 grant cycle of the Artist Fellowships to support Massachusetts artists. The Artist Fellowships are unrestricted awards to in recognition of exceptional creative work by Massachusetts artists. This year, Mass Cultural Council … [Read more...]
From the Archives
Studio Views: Nilou Moochhala
Artist Nilou Moochhala has embarked on a heartfelt work, "Reflecting on our Pandemic Experience: A 2021 Public Art Project". The work consists of 100 mixed media drawings printed on meditation flags at Menotomy Rocks Park, 129 Jason Street, Arlington along with 26 meditation flags hosted at Kickstand Café, 594 Mass Avenue in Arlington’s Cultural District. Here's a peak into her … [Read more...]
Envisioning Your Art, Post Pandemic
Periodically, we pose questions about issues artists face in their work and lives. About a year ago, we asked artists how the pandemic had impacted their art. For good or ill, COVID-19 forced many artists to reimagine their creative practice. Now, as the pandemic starts to ebb and society begins to reopen, we asked, What possibilities do you see for your art? Katrina … [Read more...]
Daniel Grant: The Business of Being an Artist
Daniel Grant of Amherst, Mass., is an experienced arts writer and the author of The Business of Being an Artist. We asked him about the origins of his book and what artists need to know about their careers and current trends in visual arts. What led you to write your book The Business of Being an Artist? When I entered the arts service field, in the mid-1970s, the … [Read more...]
What Does a Healthy Partnership Between Organizations and Artists Look Like?
Periodically, we pose questions about issues artists face in their work and lives. This month, we asked a group of artists and arts professionals: What does a healthy partnership between cultural organizations and local artists look like? Gabrielle Schaffner, ceramic artist Ideally, it's a lively two-way relationship. Cultural organizations have the power to magnify … [Read more...]