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Opening night!

Opening night!

by Debra Claffey | Jan 11, 2020 | Blog--Making Something Out of Nothing, Events, Exhibitions, Updates

I’m thrilled with the opportunity to show my work at the beautiful AVA Gallery and Art Center, in the E.N. Wennberg Gallery from January 10 to February 7, 2020. Last night was the opening reception. Here are a few photos I took after the crowds thinned out. AVA...
You’re invited!

You’re invited!

by Debra Claffey | Dec 25, 2019 | Blog--Making Something Out of Nothing, Events, Exhibitions

Syncopated Rhythm at AVA ​I’ve been working crazily for several months, getting work ready for a solo exhibition in the E. N. Wennberg Gallery at AVA Gallery and Art Center in Lebanon,...
NH Chronicle visits!

NH Chronicle visits!

by Debra Claffey | Oct 11, 2019 | Blog--Making Something Out of Nothing, Events, Interviews

I was delighted to welcome NH Chronicles producer Mary-Paige Provost and videographer Jason Modeski to my studio for an interview. This video article aired October 16, 2019 and features my colleague, Verne Orlosk, and her fused glass artwork. My segment starts at...
Elemental at Worcester State University

Elemental at Worcester State University

by Debra Claffey | Sep 8, 2019 | Blog--Making Something Out of Nothing, Events, Exhibitions, Updates

The exhibition is titled Crossroads: Four Perspectives as our focus is on environmental issues which we feel need immediate attention. Mine, of course, is on the change I would like to see in our relationship to the plant world.I hope you can join me, with Donna Hamil...
Vasari 21

Vasari 21

by Debra Claffey | Aug 20, 2019 | Blog--Making Something Out of Nothing, Events, Updates

  Here’s a peek into my studio that is the current cover for Vasari21.com. This website is one of my very favorite places to find out what real artists are doing. Ann Landi is a wonder! Check it out:https://vasari21.com
Fitchburg Art Museum’s 84th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft, June 21–September 1, 2019

Fitchburg Art Museum’s 84th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft, June 21–September 1, 2019

by Debra Claffey | Jun 15, 2019 | Events, Updates

This painting will be at the Fitchburg Art Museum’s 84th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft, June 21–September 1, 2019.   Here are some of the other works selected by juror, Aynel David Guerra, that I particularly liked: Bayda Asbridge, Secret Message II,...
Workshop a the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Educational Center

Workshop a the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Educational Center

by Debra Claffey | Jun 15, 2019 | Events, Updates, Workshops

SO much fun teaching today at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Educational Center. What a great group of artists!!! We introduced using cold wax medium with oils on Arches Oil...
2019 Biennial Regional Jurors’ Choice Exhibition June 22 – September 29, 2019

2019 Biennial Regional Jurors’ Choice Exhibition June 22 – September 29, 2019

by Debra Claffey | Jun 5, 2019 | Blog--Making Something Out of Nothing, Events, Exhibitions

Very happy to be able to show a large painting in this Biennial. See the painting in the next post! June 22 – September 29, 20192019 Biennial Regional Jurors’ Choice Exhibition. An exhibition of works by 37 area artists selected by KarinaKelley and Bill Stelling of...
Never really finished

Never really finished

by Debra Claffey | Apr 17, 2019 | Updates, Works-in-progress

After months of being “finished”, it needed adjusting. I decided to carve new contours into the wax collage. 36 x 36 inches, Indigo Ice #5. ← Gallery Twist and Impressions...
Gallery Twist and Impressions IV

Gallery Twist and Impressions IV

by Debra Claffey | Apr 14, 2019 | Updates, Works-in-progress

One of four pieces the gallery has included in this wonderful show, Impression IV. The gallery, in Lexington, Mass. is open 11-5 until May 5....
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