New Gallery in SoWa — The Art Gallery

New Gallery in SoWa — The Art Gallery

Something new in Boston! A gallery called The Art Gallery (TAG) is opening this First Friday, August 2. It was established and curated by Galatea Fine Art Director Claudia Fiks and right next door at 460B Harrison Avenue, Boston. It was the previous space occupied by The Fountain Street Studios.

This large gallery will feature artists from around New England. First Friday is a lively free event open from 5 pm to 9 pm each first friday of each month. Come see the wide array of art work on display for the entire month of August. 

I am one of the new members but will not have a piece in this show, so stay tuned. I will be part of the festivities, though, to be sure! 

The Press Release:

The Art Gallery LogoBoston, MA – TAG, a groundbreaking new art space, is set to promote and revamp the local art scene with its inaugural exhibition, “Startling Unpredictability: The Art of New Beginnings,” opening on August 2. Located in the heart of SoWA Arts and Design District, TAG promises to inject fresh energy and diverse perspectives into the local art circuit. This extraordinary showcase features the works of 55 contemporary visual artists and artisans, promising to shake up the art scene and promote unprecedented engagement between visitors with local and regional talents.

“We’re thrilled to introduce TAG to our community and beyond,” says Claudia Fiks, Gallery founder and director. “Our vision is to create a dynamic environment where artists and art enthusiasts can connect, engage, and be inspired. It’s a celebration of diverse voices, innovative techniques, and the power of art to bridge cultural divides. ‘Startling Unpredictability’ embodies our commitment to embracing new perspectives and fostering ongoing creativity.”

Something new in Boston! A gallery called The Art Gallery (TAG) is opening this First Friday, August 2. It was established and curated by Galatea Fine Art Director Claudia Fiks and right next door at 460B Harrison Avenue, 2C, Boston. It was the previous space occupied by The Fountain Street Studios.

This large gallery will feature artists from around New England. First Friday is a lively free event open from 5 pm to 9 pm each first friday of each month. Come see the wide array of art work on display for the entire month of August. 

I am one of the new members but will not have a piece in this show, so stay tuned. I will be part of the festivities, though, to be sure! 

The Press Release:

Boston, MA – TAG, a groundbreaking new art space, is set to promote and revamp the local art scene with its inaugural exhibition, “Startling Unpredictability: The Art of New Beginnings,” opening on August 2. Located in the heart of SoWA Arts and Design District, TAG promises to inject fresh energy and diverse perspectives into the local art circuit. This extraordinary showcase features the works of 55 contemporary visual artists and artisans, promising to shake up the art scene and promote unprecedented engagement between visitors with local and regional talents.

“We’re thrilled to introduce TAG to our community and beyond,” says Claudia Fiks, Gallery founder and director. “Our vision is to create a dynamic environment where artists and art enthusiasts can connect, engage, and be inspired. It’s a celebration of diverse voices, innovative techniques, and the power of art to bridge cultural divides. ‘Startling Unpredictability’ embodies our commitment to embracing new perspectives and fostering ongoing creativity.”

Latest Art At Newton Open Studios

Latest Art At Newton Open Studios

Deb will be showing her latest cold wax paintings at the Newton Open Studios this April 27 and 28. The location for seven artists is a new gallery at New Art @ Trio, 245 Walnut Street in Newtonville, near the intersection of Washinton. Food nearby, parking and elevator. See enclosed ad for a look at the other artsts at this location.  Or go here for more information about the event and a map locating over 150 artists.

First Friday/First Painting

First Friday/First Painting

My painting, “Abstract #10”, will be in Galatea Fine Art Gallery opening on First Friday, November 3, from 5 pm to 9 pm. The small exhibit is called “Color Theory” and features a few Galatea group artists. Galatea Fine Arts is online at galateafineart.com and is located at 560 Harrison Avenue. First Friday is a SoWa event every first Friday of the month. All galleries and shops are open and it is widely attended. There are some nice restaurants/pubs around the area, so you can make a nice evening of shopping, viewing and dining. I’ll be there!

Perugi Now Member of Galatea Fine Art

Perugi Now Member of Galatea Fine Art

Several Newton artist members of both Newton Open Studios and Newton Art Association invited me to apply to become a member of Galatea Fine Art Gallery. It is located in the SoWa (South of Washington) district of Boston, located at Harrison Avenue, 3B-6. I have been to the gallery before to visit artist friends who were members there.

“SoWa is the most sought-after art community in Boston with over 30 galleries, design houses and restaurants all clustered within walking distance. Hundreds of people come out on First Friday to view the new exhibitions in the area, as well as the Open Markets from May – October. Galatea Fine Art has been, and continues to be, a source of comprehensive, stimulating and nourishing exhibitions, creating a pillar of activity in the area.”

Galatea itself is a co-operative gallery with fifty artist members. Each member exhibits in a member show in January and schedules their own show as well. It is not just a gallery but a community of artists who meet and support each other. I’m looking forward to meeting the other artists. And I’ll be opening the gallery on Sptember 28 for four hours. Come say hi!

A Summer Reception at Arts Worcester

A Summer Reception at Arts Worcester

Cool off in the galleries and engage with new exhibitions at a summer reception celebrating the artists of The 11th Annual One at Arts Worcester, Wednesday, July 26, 5:30-8:30 PM.This event is free and open to the public. Cash bar 5:30-830 PM. Deb will be exhibiting her painting “Crop Circles.”

This year’s One showcases a staggering 230 artworks, from fleeting summer landscapes captured by cyanotype to surrealist photography to sculptural fiber work that emerges from the gallery wall.

The freedom of an open exhibition like the One encourages artists to take new risks, be it in media or direction, or exhibiting their work in public for the first time. Come explore it all in this hot summer show that’s only up for one month.

$500 in prizes will be awarded by Stacey Parker, Gallery Director of The Mary Cosgrove Dolphin Gallery and Professor of Visual and Performing Arts, Worcester State University. Prizes will be announced at the public reception on July 26.

Newton Open Studios

Newton Open Studios 2023 has announced it’s two day 2023 show for April 29 and 30. Deb Perugi will be exhibiting at “The Centre” in Newton Center, 1294 Centre Street, where almost a dozen artists will be at that location. We will have plenty of parking

About 50 artists have signed up already, with many more to come. See the artist sampler at https://newtonopenstudios.org. Each sample links to an artist’s individual page. You can plan your day with the locator map on the website. Check for updates as it accumulates more artists. Did I say yet it is FREE? Put it on your calendars and look forward to Spring!