Petria Mitchell says her paintings are compositions of internal places not visited on foot. “Frozen Meadows,” oil on canvas, depicts a familiar winter scene with light and space. Our current exhibit, “DECADE | 2014-2024” is an exploration of printmaking, on view through January 11, 2025.

Having sold nearly 100 of Emily Mason’s prints, only 6 works remain in our inventory. Her work is now managed by The Emily Mason | Alice Trumbull Mason Foundation to steward both her and her mother’s artistic legacy. On view in the gallery, any remaining work will be returned at the close of our current exhibit. “DECADE | 2014-2024” is an exploration of printmaking, through January 11, 2025.

Friday, December 6 is the final Gallery Walk of the year. Come and enjoy the festivities of the season and see our current exhibit. “DECADE | 2014-2024” is an exploration of printmaking, including “Masterworks,” prints made in collaboration with master printmaker Dan Welden. Image: “Color,” Jack Youngerman, 2017

In 1992, Eric Fischl (born 1948), collaborated with Dan Welden on a series of solarplate etchings. His fluid, figurative gestures showed the artistic possibilities offered by the method and advanced the process. “DECADE | 2014-2024” is an exploration of printmaking, including “Masterworks,” prints made in collaboration with master printmaker Dan Welden. Image: “Large Dancer,” 2006

In 2017 Kiki Smith (born 1954) created a series of nature inspired solarplate etchings. We have the beautiful primary colored “Untitled (Flowers)” available in our current exhibit. “DECADE | 2014-2024” is an exploration of printmaking, including “Masterworks,” prints made in collaboration with master printmaker Dan Welden.

In 1983 de Kooning visited the Paleolithic caves in Lascaux, France, and began a series of paintings based on cave paintings, she also made a number of works on paper with ink, continuing the theme of cave walls. “DECADE | 2014-2024” is an exploration of printmaking, including “Masterworks,” prints made in collaboration with printmaker Dan Welden. Image: Elaine de Kooning, After Lascaux, 1983, stone litho

Murmurations 1 & 2 are new works by printmaker Liz Chalfin featured in the current exhibit. About her work, Chalfin says, “Seemingly random marks become evocations of landscapes, weather events, hinted at figures or loose architectural renderings.” On view in the printmaking exhibit, celebrating the gallery’s 10th Anniversary, “DECADE | 2014-2024” through January 5. 

Please join us during Gallery Walk on Friday, November 1. Come out and enjoy the penultimate Gallery Walk of the year. Our new exhibit, “DECADE | 2014-2024” is commemorating the gallery’s 10th anniversary with an exploration of printmaking, October 26-January 5, all are welcome. Image: Emily Mason, Untitled (59), 1985, litho monotype

Thirty-five people came to see master printmaker Dan Welden’s Solarplate Etching demonstration on Sunday. Since 1970, Welden is the leading innovator for healthier and safer processes in printmaking. “DECADE | 2014-2024” is commemorating the gallery’s 10th anniversary with an exploration of printmaking, October 26-January 5, all are welcome. 

The gallery is closed for installation of “DECADE | 2014-2024.” MGFA is pleased to commemorate its 10th anniversary with an exploration of printmaking by represented and invited artists. Opening October 26 with an artist reception and celebration, 5-7pm, through January 5, 2025. Check the website for events, including a solarplate demonstration with Dan Welden on Sunday, October 27.

MGFA is honored to be one of downtown Brattleboro’s venues for The Brattleboro Literary Festival. Live events will be held in the gallery on Saturday, October 19, 10am-5pm. All festival events are free and open to the public, there are no tickets and seating is on a first come basis. More information here.

Join us for Gallery Walk this Friday, October 4, 5-8pm. Meet glass artist Josh Bernbaum and come see his latest work in the Middle Gallery. This exhibit coincides with Amy Arbus, “Beyond Reason” on view through Sunday, October 6.

Included in the current exhibit we have a selection of work from several gallery artists. Gene Parulis’s dye-infused aluminum print, “Silken Forest,” can be seen in the east gallery along with other photographs, paintings, prints and sculpture. This exhibit coincides with Amy Arbus, “Beyond Reason” on view through October 6.

Gallery artist Lisa Mackie is currently showing “Rondo/India” at June Kelly Gallery in New York. “Essentially a teller of tales, Mackie conveys her stories using a dizzying array of media (textiles, video, sound, photography, sculpture, painting, printmaking, drawing, more).” From 6 September – 15 October, 2024.

The gallery will be open Friday evening for Gallery Walk. The main gallery is showing photographer AMY ARBUS, “Beyond Reason,” featuring images capturing the skill and boldness of circus performers. Josh Bernbaum’s exquisite hand blown glass is in the middle gallery and a selection of additional gallery artists is in the east gallery. This multifaceted exhibit is on view until October 6.

We have a selection of work from several gallery artists displayed throughout the gallery is addition to the main exhibit “Beyond Reason,” by Amy Arbus. Mutsu Crispin’s playful wall sculpture, “Uprising: Disobedience,” is composed of laser cut plexiglass and on view through October 6. See more of Mutsu Crispin’s whimsical work on his artist page.

Included in the current exhibit we have a selection of work from several gallery artists. David Rohn’s oversized “Tea Cup with Reflection” can be seen through the length of the gallery and observed up close. This exhibit coincides with Amy Arbus, “Beyond Reason” on view through October 6.

The exceptional glass artist Josh Bernbaum is showing his latest work in the Middle Gallery. Bernbaum balances his deep historical research and knowledge while pushing the boundaries of formulating his own glass from scratch to achieve unique looks and qualities. This exhibit coincides with Amy Arbus, “Beyond Reason” with an Opening and Artist Reception on Saturday, August 24, 5-7pm.

Amy Arbus will present an Artist Talk on Sunday, August 25, at 4pm. Come to the gallery and learn about her career as a photographer and her latest inspiration. “AMY ARBUS | Beyond Reason,” an exhibit of photographs capturing the extraordinary feats of circus performers is on view until October 6.

The gallery is closed for installation of “AMY ARBUS | Beyond Reason,” an exhibition by the celebrated New York photographer of extraordinary, intimate images of circus performers. There will be an Opening and Artist Reception on Saturday, August 24, 5-7pm and an Artist Talk, Sunday, August 25 at 4pm. The exhibit will run through October 6, free and open to the public.

Bruce Campbell’s artist talk about his magical, hand-operated kinetic sculptures is available to watch. “I attempt to represent my understanding of events and conditions of the natural world while making these concepts functional and intriguing. My sculptures illustrate, in minimalist and transparent form, my perception of the universe—how these wonders might be visualized if moved by gears, levers, and basic mechanics.” See the exhibit through Sunday, August 18.

It’s already August and the gallery has been welcoming many summer visitors. There are just two weeks left to experience “BRUCE CAMPBELL | Mechanical Universe.” This beautiful exhibit of kinetic sculptures created with brass, stainless steel and wood closes on August 18. Image: “What’s Going On?” by Gay Malin.

This piece features a model of an astrolabe, an ancient device used for determining time and location, enabling astronomers to calculate star locations and the passage of time. “BRUCE CAMPBELL | Mechanical Universe,” an exhibit of kinetic sculptures created with brass, stainless steel and wood, through August 18.

Bruce Campbell will present an Artist Talk on Saturday, July 27, 5pm. Come to the gallery and learn about Campbell’s influences and process. “BRUCE CAMPBELL | Mechanical Universe,” a solo exhibit of magical, hand-operated kinetic sculptures will run through August 18, all are welcome.

“Iowa,” inspired by old fashioned rural windmills still seen in the midwest, is one of many elegant kinetic sculptures featured in “BRUCE CAMPBELL | Mechanical Universe.” An Artist Talk is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, 5pm. The exhibit continues through August 18, all are welcome.

There will be an Artist Reception for Bruce Campbell Saturday, July 13, 5-7pm, “BRUCE CAMPBELL | Mechanical Universe,” a solo exhibit of magical, hand-operated kinetic sculptures opened on July 5. An Artist Talk is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, 5pm. The exhibit will run through August 18, all are welcome.

In March Jessie Pollock visited Peccioli, Italy for two weeks. “I took alcohol inks, dry pigments and a large sheet of canvas which I tore into small pieces…Italy is all about antiquity, history, mystery, layer upon layer of ancientness. ” The middle gallery features 12 paintings from a new body of work, “JESSIE POLLOCK | Ricordi d’Italia, Peccioli.” The exhibit will run July 5 – August 18, all are welcome.

Opening on Brattleboro’s Gallery Walk Friday, July 5 at 5pm, “BRUCE CAMPBELL | Mechanical Universe,” a solo exhibit of magical, hand-operated kinetic sculptures. There will be an Artist Reception Saturday, July 13, 5-7pm, with an Artist Talk on Saturday, July 27, 5pm. The exhibit will run July 5 – August 18, all are welcome.

The gallery is closed for installation of “BRUCE CAMPBELL | Mechanical Universe,” a solo exhibit of magical, hand-operated kinetic sculptures. Opening on Brattleboro’s Gallery Walk Friday, July 5 at 5pm, there will be an Artist Reception Saturday, July 13, 5-7pm, with an Artist Talk on Saturday, July 27, 5pm. The exhibit will run July 5 – August 18, all are welcome.

“PAUL BOWEN | Woodlark” and features works on paper and sculpture from scavenged wood and “FRAN BULL | Space: an odyssey” features new paintings inspired by the James Webb space telescope. Enjoy the power and beauty of these works while they are still on display in the gallery. These exhibits will be closing Sunday, June 30.

Please join us for an Artist Talk Friday, June 21, 5pm with Paul Bowen as he shares tales of his artistic creations and inspiration. “PAUL BOWEN | Woodlark” features works on paper and sculpture from scavenged wood. The exhibit runs from May 18 – June 30.

“BRUCE CAMPBELL | Mechanical Universe” will feature kinetic sculpture inspired by the mysteries of the universe. The exhibit runs from July 5 – August 18, with an Artist Reception Saturday, July 13, 5-7pm and an Artist Talk Saturday, July 27, 5pm.

Saturday, June 8, 4-8pm Fran Bull will be giving an Artist Talk. “FRAN BULL | Space: an odyssey” features new paintings inspired by the James Webb space telescope. All are welcome to come to the gallery for this live event.

Summertime heat with Emily Mason’s “Solar Power” monotype. The gallery has a limited selection of Mason’s prints in our inventory. She approached printmaking with the mind and spirit of a painter, creating an extraordinary body of monoprints, monotypes and solarplate prints, which she referred to as “print paintings.”

“FRAN BULL | Space: an odyssey” features new paintings inspired by the James Webb space telescope. “In these paintings, I celebrate the universe, our home, blazing with beauty and mystery.” The gallery is open Thursday – Sunday, exhibit runs through June 30. Image: “Sun Spot” by Fran Bull.

MGFA is featuring two new exhibits. “PAUL BOWEN | Woodlark” is in the main gallery with works on paper and sculpture from scavenged wood, in the middle gallery is “FRAN BULL | Space: an odyssey” with new paintings inspired by the James Webb space telescope. May 18 to June 30, the gallery is open Thursday – Sunday. Image: “Fleet, Pink Sea” by Paul Bowen.

“PAUL BOWEN | Woodlark” will be in the main gallery with works on paper and sculpture from scavenged wood. The middle gallery will feature “FRAN BULL | Space: an odyssey” with new paintings inspired by the James Webb space telescope. Opening Saturday, May 18, with an artist reception 5-7pm, all are welcome.

The gallery is closed for installation of our next exhibit. PAUL BOWEN | Woodlark will be in the main gallery with works on paper and sculpture from scavenged wood. The middle gallery will feature FRAN BULL | Space: an odyssey with new paintings inspired by the James Webb space telescope. Opening Saturday, May 18, with an artist reception 5-7pm, all are welcome.

SPRING GROUP 2024, featuring prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists will be closing soon. The exhibit includes new work from Jessie Pollock, image “Solo Poppy.” The show runs through May 12, with gallery hours Thursday – Sunday.

Just two weeks remaining to see SPRING GROUP 2024, featuring prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists. New mixed media from Lisa Mackie, including “This Wonderful Elephant.” The show runs through May 12, with gallery hours Thursday – Sunday.

SPRING GROUP 2024, featuring prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists, including new handblown glass from Josh Bernbaum. The show will run through May 12, gallery hours Thursday – Sunday. Image: “Basket (aurora/grey)”

SPRING GROUP 2024, featuring prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists, including new work from Gene Parulis. The show will run through May 12, gallery hours Thursday – Sunday. Image: “Treasures from the Sea”

SPRING GROUP 2024, featuring prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists, including new work. Image: “Sun Study, Hunting Valley Landscape” by Jim Giddings. The show will run through May 12, with the gallery open Thursday – Sunday.

SPRING GROUP 2024, opening Saturday, March 30, with an artist reception 5-7pm, all are welcome. The show will feature prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists, including new work. The show will run through May 12, open Easter Sunday 12 – 2.

In January Mitchell Giddings Fine Arts presented “Masterworks: The Inside Story with Dan Welden.” Now available to view, Welden shares anecdotes and details of his printmaking collaborations with artists Kiki Smith, Eric Fischl, Elaine and Willem de Kooning, Kurt Vonnegut, Roy Nicholson, Dan Flavin, David Salle and others. Thank you to Maria and Brattleboro Community TV for producing this lovely video.

Stunning ceramics with a Mayan influence are featured in 18 ARTISTS – 44 DAYS. Prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists are included in the exhibit. Visit the gallery February 3 – March 17. Image: “Hummingbird Boy” by Mucuy Bolles.

Beautiful new floral paintings are featured in 18 ARTISTS – 44 DAYS. Prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists are included in the exhibit. Visit the gallery February 3 – March 17. Image: “Maart Boeket IV” by Cameron Schmitz.

Exhilarating new paintings from David Brewster are featured in 18 ARTISTS – 44 DAYS, the show includes prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists. February 3 – March 17, visit the gallery and view online. Image: “Neighborhood of Worries” by David Brewster.

New wire mesh sculpture from Eric Boyer in 18 ARTISTS – 44 DAYS, including prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists. The show will run from February 3 – March 17, Thursday – Sunday, also available to view online. Image: “Urchin” by Eric Boyer.

♡ 18 ARTISTS – 44 DAYS, features prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists. The show will run from February 3 – March 17, please visit the gallery Thursday – Sunday, also view the exhibit online. Image: “Wolf Heart” by Dan Welden.

18 ARTISTS – 44 DAYS, features prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of 18 gallery artists. The show will run from February 3 – March 17, please visit the gallery Thursday – Sunday. The exhibit is also available to view online.

Opening February 3, 18 ARTISTS – 44 DAYS, will feature prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of 18 gallery artists. The show will run from February 3 – March 17, with an artist reception 5-7pm on Saturday, February 3. Please join us.

The Upcoming Exhibit, 18 Artists – 44 Days, will feature prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists. The show will run from February 3 – March 17, with an artist reception 5-7pm on Saturday, February 3, everyone is invited.

The gallery is closed for installation of a group exhibit of new work. The show will feature prints, paintings and sculpture from a selection of gallery artists. Opening Saturday, February 3, with an artist reception 5-7pm, all are welcome.

This is the final week of “Dan Welden: Solo 100.” This stunning gallery-wide exhibit features Welden’s prints and paintings and includes “masterworks,” hand-pulled collaborative impressions of current and past masters. On view until Sunday, January 14.

“Masterworks: The Inside Story,” enjoy a reception and conversation with artist and master printer Dan Welden on Saturday, January 6, 4 pm. Welden will recount personal anecdotes and intimate details of his printmaking collaborations with artists Kiki Smith, Eric Fischl, Elaine and Willem de Kooning, Kurt Vonnegut, Roy Nicholson, Dan Flavin, David Salle and others. Exhibit is on view until January 14.

Please join us Saturday, January 6, 4 pm. Artist and master printer Dan Welden will recount personal tales and anecdotes from his collaborations with artists Elaine and Willem de Kooning, Kiki Smith, Eric Fischl, Kurt Vonnegut, David Salle, Dan Flavin and others. “Dan Welden: Solo 100” on view until January 14.

On November 30 Dan Welden gave an artist talk and solarplate printing demonstration at the gallery to an overflowing house. We were fortunate to have Ames Hill Productions videotape the event, available to view on his exhibit page. “Dan Welden: Solo 100” on view until January 14.

Dan Welden has delivered ten more paintings to the gallery, these small works embody the same integrity and intrigue as the larger paintings. “Dan Welden: Solo 100” features Welden’s prints and paintings and includes “masterworks,” hand-pulled collaborative impressions of current and past masters. On view until January 14.

The Emily Mason and Alice Trumbull Mason Foundation, formed in 2020, stewards the artistic legacy of Emily Mason alongside that of her mother, Alice Trumbull Mason, while embarking on a philanthropy program dedicated to advancing opportunities for traditionally underrepresented artists. Discover the artists’ artwork, biographies, publications, news, and more.

The Print Club of Rochester commissioned Liz Chalfin to produce an original edition of prints that will be used as the Print Club of Rochester’s 2024 Presentation Print and distributed to all accredited members of the Print Club. Read more about Liz Chalfin’s recent accomplishments here.

We have added six new paintings to the exhibit, these small works embody the same integrity and intrigue as the larger paintings. “Dan Welden: Solo 100” features Welden’s prints and paintings and includes “masterworks,” hand-pulled collaborative impressions of current and past masters. On view until January 14.

Artist Talk and Printmaking Demonstration, Thursday, November 30, 5 pm, with a showing of the documentary film “Lasting Impressions” at 3:30 pm. “Dan Welden: Solo 100” features Welden’s prints and paintings and includes “masterworks,” hand-pulled collaborative impressions of current and past masters. On view until January 14.

Emily Mason’s solarplate monoprints epitomize her spontaneous, daring use of color and form. The solarplate process was developed in 1970-71 by Dan Welden, Master Printmaker and pioneer of safer printmaking techniques. Dan Welden’s prints and paintings and “masterworks,” by modern art masters, are on view 11-5 Fri. & Sat., 12-5 Sun.

Jack Youngerman’s work combines hard-edged geometry with organic forms and fluid contours. Influenced by Henri Matisse while living in Paris in the 1940s and ’50s, his black & white solarplates conjure associations with Matisse’s paper cutouts, Rorschach patterns, and kaleidoscopic mandalas. Dan Welden’s prints and paintings and “masterworks,” by modern art masters, are currently on view 11-5 Thurs.-Sat., 12-5 Sun.

In 1992 Dan Welden and Eric Fischl collaborated on a series of prints which inspired Welden to perfect the Solarplate process. Fischl’s fluid, figurative gestures showed the artistic possibilities offered by the method. Dan Welden’s prints and paintings and “masterworks,” by modern art masters, are currently on view 11-5 Thurs.-Sat., 12-5 Sun.

“Glimmering Myrtle” is part of our gallery-wide exhibit, “Dan Welden: Solo 100” featuring his prints and paintings and “masterworks,” by modern art masters, on view 11-5 Thurs.-Sat., 12-5 Sun. Open for Gallery Walk Friday evening, 5-8pm.

Featured in the East Gallery are four solarplate etchings from Roy Nicholson’s “Toxic Garden” series. Nicholson says, “…the works reflect the complexity of the natural world and how we are all tied up with it.” Dan Welden’s prints and paintings and “masterworks,” by modern art masters, are on view 11-5 Thurs.-Sat., 12-5 Sun.

Fran Bull’s Artist Talk from Saturday, September 30 is available to view. She discusses her exhibit, “The Art Life” and her evolution as a painter, performer, poet and printmaker and answers questions from the audience. Thank you to BCTV and Maria for their generosity in producing this lovely video.

Elaine de Kooning’s “Pech Merle,” is named for a hillside cave at Cabrerets, one of the few prehistoric cave painting sites in France open to the public. In 1958, she travelled to Mexico, where she saw her first bullfight which inspired a series of bull paintings and prints. “Dan Welden: Solo 100,” featuring Welden’s prints and paintings and “masterworks,” hand-pulled collaborative impressions by modern art masters. Gallery hours 11-5 Thurs.-Sat., 12-5 Sun.

New exhibit opening Saturday, “Dan Welden: Solo 100.” The show will feature Welden’s prints and paintings and include “masterworks,” hand-pulled collaborative impressions of current and past masters. Opening and Artist Reception Saturday, October 21, 5-7 pm, with a debut viewing of the documentary film “Lasting Impressions” at 3:30 pm. Artist Talk and Demonstration, Thursday, November 30, 5 pm

We are pleased to announce the Jackie Abrams Baskets Scholarship Fundraiser. Last year, through many generous donations, North Country Studio Workshops was honored to provide this to an emerging studio artist. To support the scholarship, four of Jackie’s baskets will fo on sale at noon, October 18

“Radiant Form 1” is part of “Between Worlds,” an exhibit of collagraphs, prints, paintings and sculpture by Helen Schmidt. The gallery is also featuring “The Art Life” with prints, paintings and sculpture by Fran Bull and the exhibit will close this Sunday, October 15. Schmidt describes her recent work in this brief video.

Gallery Walk is Friday, October 6, 5-8pm. Meet Fran Bull and see her exhibit, “The Art Life.” Also showing, Helen Schmidt’s prints and sculptures, “Between Worlds, ” both on view through October 15. A lovely review of Bull’s exhibit by Victoria Chertok is in “The Commons.”

We are hosting an artist talk with Fran Bull, Saturday, September 30, at 5pm. All are invited as the artist discusses her current exhibit and adventures as painter, performer, poet and printmaker. Fran Bull’s exhibit, “The Art Life” is on view Thursday – Sunday through October 15.

Kristopher Radder from the Brattleboro Reformer stopped by the gallery for a glimpse of Fran Bull’s exhibit, “The Art Life.” Follow the link to a short video, featuring Bull and some of her work. See the full exhibit Thursday – Sunday through October 15.

Fran Bull’s larger-than-life sculptures, including “For David Bowie” and “Laughing Head” are featured in “The Art Life, ” as well as her prints and paintings. In the middle gallery we are showing, Helen Schmidt, “Between Worlds.” Come see this beautiful exhibit Thursday – Sunday through October 15.

Helen Schmidt’s prints and sculptures, including “Mantle” (detail above) are featured in “Between Worlds.” Also showing, Fran Bull, “The Art Life.” Visit the gallery Thursday – Sunday through October 15.

Opening Friday, September 1, with an artist reception 5-8pm, Fran Bull, “The Art Life” also featuring Helen Schmidt, “Between Worlds.” The exhibit will run through October 15, with an Artist Talk on Saturday, September 30, 5pm. Enjoy the creative community of Downtown Brattleboro during Gallery Walk.

The gallery is closed this week for installation of “The Art Life,” paintings, sculptures and prints by Fran Bull and “Between Worlds,” featuring prints and sculptures by Helen Schmidt. Opening Friday, September 1, with an artist reception during Gallery Walk, 5-8pm and an artist talk on Saturday, September 30, 5pm.

Gallery artist Susan Osgood, one of 20 artists selected from 985 applications from 47 countries, has been awarded a Gottlieb Grant. …intended to recognize individuals around the world who have dedicated long careers to making art and alleviate some of the financial burdens so they can devote more time and energy to their creative endeavors.

On August 6 MGFA hosted an artist forum with our featured artists, Maggie Cahoon, Jessie Pollock, and Erika Radich. BCTV was there to tape the event, which is now available to view. “Inner Landscapes: Three Views” runs until August 27, the gallery is open Thursday-Sunday.

Currently on view, “Three Pears” by Jen Violette, whose work is inspired by the natural world and the gardens and forests that surround her Vermont studio. “Inner Landscapes: Three Views” featuring Maggie Cahoon, Jessie Pollock, and Erika Radich runs until August 27, the gallery is open Thursday-Sunday.

Currently on view, “Ixchel” by Mucuy Bolles, who says, “Whether the piece ends up with an overt indigenous identity or a simpler essence of motifs, I hope to infuse my work with the mysterious playfulness of my Mayan ancestors.” The exhibit runs until August 27, the gallery is open Thursday-Sunday.

“Two Poppies and Dragonfly” by Jessie Pollock, included in “Inner Landscapes: Three Views” featuring paintings by Maggie Cahoon, Jessie Pollock and Erika Radich. There will be an Artist Forum on Sunday, August 6, 5pm.

Featuring paintings by Maggie Cahoon, Jessie Pollock and Erika Radich, the show runs through August 27, with an Artist forum on Sunday, August 6, 5pm. Visit the gallery Thursday-Sunday to enjoy this beautiful exhibit in person.

“Inner Landscapes: Three Views” opens Saturday July 15, with an artist reception 5-7pm. Featuring paintings by Maggie Cahoon, Jessie Pollock and Erika Radich, the exhibit will show through August 27, with an Artist forum on Sunday, August 6, 5pm.

Visit with David Rohn during Gallery Walk, Friday, July 7. The last few days for “DAVID ROHN | As I See It” featuring a selection of oil and watercolor paintings, representing a span of over 50 years, on view through Sunday, July 9.

This is the last week for “DAVID ROHN | As I See It” featuring a selection of oil and watercolor paintings, representing a span of over 50 years. Meet David Rohn during Gallery Walk, Friday, July 7, the exhibit is on view until July 9.

“DAVID ROHN | As I See It” features a selection of oil and watercolor paintings, representing a span of over 50 years. “Beans in a Bowl,” painted in 2023 is one of many recent watercolors. On view Thursday through Sunday until July 9.

A lovely group of people attended David Rohn’s Artist Talk Saturday evening. “DAVID ROHN | As I See It” features a large selection of oil and watercolor paintings, representing a span of over 50 years, is on view until July 9.

All are welcome to the Artist Talk, Saturday, June 17, 5pm. “DAVID ROHN | As I See It” features a large selection of oil and watercolor paintings, representing a span of over 50 years. Please join us for a lively discussion about Rohn’s lifetime love of painting.

“DAVID ROHN | As I See It” features a large selection of oil and watercolor paintings, representing a span of over 50 years. “Daffodils” is one of many recent oil paintings. All are welcome to the Artist Talk, Saturday, June 17, 5pm.

Visit the gallery during Gallery Walk. “DAVID ROHN | As I See It,” features a large selection of oil and watercolor paintings, representing a span of over 50 years. See the exhibit and meet the artist who created this magnificent work.

“DAVID ROHN | As I See It” opens Saturday May 27, with an artist reception 5-7pm. This exhibit features a large selection of oil and watercolor paintings, representing a span of over 50 years. Visit the gallery to experience his work in person.

The gallery is closed this week for installation of “DAVID ROHN: As I See It.” Opening Saturday, May 27 with an Artist Reception 5 – 7 pm. The show continues through July 9, featuring an Artist Talk on Saturday, June 17, 5pm. Image: “Still Life with Italian Cup,” 2023, watercolor

This is the last week for our current exhibit, “Spring Muse.” The show features a selection of gallery artists’ work, including “Dusting” by Emily Mason. Please visit the gallery Thursday-Sunday to experience the art in person, on view until May 21.

“DAVID ROHN | As I See It” is an exhibition of watercolors and oil paintings, opening with an Artist Reception Saturday, May 27, 5-7 pm. The show continues through July 9, and all are invited to an Artist Talk on Saturday, June 17, 5pm. Here is a little sneak peek video in his studio.

“Mushroom Hunting” is one of six new mixed media pieces from Donald Saaf. Integrating paint and fabric, Saaf’s work is deeply personal—inspired by friends, family and his New England surroundings. His paintings are featured in Spring Muse, on view until May 21.

On Saturday, May 13, 5-7pm, Mitchell • Giddings Fine Arts will be hosting a Poetry Reading. All are welcome to this free event to hear Arlene Distler, Alice B. Fogel and Rebecca Kaiser Gibson read and discuss their work.

Come out and enjoy the first Gallery Walk of 2023. Explore over 20 destinations, live music in the Harmony Lot, and handmade wares at the Brattleboro Flea. There will be a collection of food trucks downtown and even an outdoor square dance.

In the gallery window is a flag assembled in 2017 by members of Brattleboro West Arts. Created to advance a positive voice for the artists in our group, to engage the public and foster discussion and collaboration concerning issues we deeply care about.

“Numbering Clock” by Bruce Campbell is inspired by the lines in Shakespeare’s Richard III: “I wasted time, and now doth time waste me; For now hath time made me his numbering clock.” On view through May 21, with a celebration of the show during Gallery Walk on Friday, May 5, 5-8pm.

On Saturday, April 29th at 10am, Arts Alive invites the artist community to gather at Mitchell Giddings Fine Arts for a field trip. Participants will have the chance to network over coffee and visit nearby creatives.

SPRING MUSE is on view, continuing through May 21. There will be a celebration of the show during Gallery Walk on Friday May 5, 5-8pm. Please come out and meet the artists and enjoy live art.

SPRING MUSE will open on Friday, April 7, continuing through May 21. The exhibit will feature a selection of new work from gallery artists. Please note the gallery will be CLOSED Easter weekend. All work is available to view or purchase online.

Wolf Kahn’s collagraph, “Verticality” is currently on view. WINTER OASIS, with and paintings, prints, photographs and sculpture by Amy Arbus, Eric Boyer, David Brewster, Rona Lee Cohen, Mutsu Crispin, Jim Giddings, and Gay Malin, through April 2.

Mutsu Crispin’s infinity light portal, “Iris” is currently featured. WINTER OASIS, with Mutsu Crispin and paintings, prints, photographs and sculpture by Amy Arbus, Eric Boyer, David Brewster, Rona Lee Cohen, Jim Giddings, and Gay Malin, is on view through April 2.

Willa Cox is a contributor in “Voices of Hawai’i, Vol. 2,” an anthology of the Islands by Jane Marshall Goodsill. Sharing the stories of those who perpetuate the traditions of the Aloha State, including riders, surfers, scientists, artisans, soldiers, builders, farmers and foresters. Cox’s monotype, “Trees, No. 13” is on page 34.

The Artful Ice Shanty, “Shared Visions Near and Far” was created by Nancy Diessner and a team of artists from Zea Mays Printmaking. It was part of an outdoor exhibit presented by the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center and Retreat Farm. The ice shanty is now on view in the Atrium at the Brooks House in Brattleboro, VT.

“Chartreuse Table with Basket,” is one of seven new oil paintings by Rona Lee Cohen. Cohen’s vibrant palette and juxtaposed compositions are a pleasure to study. WINTER OASIS features paintings, prints, photographs and sculpture by Amy Arbus, Eric Boyer, David Brewster, Rona Lee Cohen, Mutsu Crispin, Jim Giddings, and Gay Malin.

“Orb,” a steel wire mesh sculpture with a bronze patina, by Eric Boyer, is one of many pieces on view. WINTER OASIS, featuring paintings, prints, photographs and sculpture by Amy Arbus, Eric Boyer, David Brewster, Rona Lee Cohen, Mutsu Crispin, Jim Giddings, and Gay Malin, is on view through April 2.

A selection of Brian D. Cohen’s prints, curated from his recent Mitchell Giddings Fine Arts Retrospective, is on view throughout the Brattleboro Music Center’s distinctive contemporary facility until July 10. Contact the gallery for more information.

“Piñon – Grand-Canyon” woodblock print by Gustave Baumann (1881-1971) exemplifies the artist’s love for the American Southwest. A rare opportunity to view and own this original print, as part of WINTER OASIS, featuring paintings, prints, photographs and sculpture by Amy Arbus, Eric Boyer, David Brewster, Rona Lee Cohen, Mutsu Crispin, Jim Giddings, and Gay Malin.

John DiGeorge (art alias Mutsu Crispin) sits with his just completed infinity light portal, “Orison.” WINTER OASIS, featuring Mutsu Crispin as well as paintings, prints, photographs and sculpture by Amy Arbus, Eric Boyer, David Brewster, Rona Lee Cohen, Jim Giddings, and Gay Malin, is on view through April 2.

WINTER OASIS opens with an Artist Reception Saturday, February 11, 5-7 pm, introducing Mutsu Crispin and Jessie Pollock. Presented as a rotating exhibit, including recent paintings, prints, photographs and sculpture by Amy Arbus, Eric Boyer, David Brewster, Rona Lee Cohen, Jim Giddings, and Gay Malin, continuing through April 2.

Deidre Scherer’s thread on fabric work, “Stories,” has been added to the Bennington Museum’s permanent collection through the generous donation of collectors, Sharron and Frank Kropa. In 1988, a detail of “Stories” appeared on the cover of “Threads Magazine.”

Featuring a selection of abstract work by Chuck Olson, including “Blue Comfort.” Also featuring works by Wolf Kahn, monoprints by Emily Mason, landscapes by Joseph Salerno, glass by Josh Bernbaum, paintings by Susan Osgood, sculptures by Bruce Campbell and Torin Porter, and prints from Brian D. Cohen and Liz Chalfin. The show ends on January 29.

An art installation by fiber artist Sharon Myers and printmaker Erika Radich, expressing two vivid and colorful artistic conversations between friends during the COVID-19 pandemic. Presented by the Historical Society of Cheshire County, 246 Main Street, Keene, NH. Opening reception Friday, Feb. 10, 2023, 4-6pm

MGFA is honored to have work from our gallery in the lobbies of the Brattleboro Music Center. Currently three mixed media paintings on panel by Julia Zanes are on display. Her whimsical, luminous work will transport you to a magical place. On view until Spring.

WINTER GROUP features a selection of original monoprints by Emily Mason, including “Something There.” The exhibit also features works by Wolf Kahn, collages by Chuck Olson, landscapes by Joseph Salerno, glass by Josh Bernbaum, sculpture by Bruce Campbell, paintings by Susan Osgood, sculptures by Torin Porter and prints from Brian D. Cohen and Liz Chalfin. On view until January 29.

WINTER GROUP features a selection of prints and collage by Chuck Olson (including “The Soul of Water” lithograph), original works by Wolf Kahn, monoprints by Emily Mason, landscapes by Joseph Salerno, glass by Josh Bernbaum, sculpture by Bruce Campbell, paintings by Susan Osgood, sculptures by Torin Porter and prints from Brian D. Cohen and Liz Chalfin. On view until January 29.

WINTER GROUP features a selection of original works by Wolf Kahn, including the pastel “New Jersey Oak Tree,” monoprints by Emily Mason, landscapes by Joseph Salerno, glass by Josh Bernbaum, sculpture by Bruce Campbell, collage by Chuck Olson, paintings by Susan Osgood, sculptures by Torin Porter and prints from our past two exhibitors, Brian D. Cohen and Liz Chalfin. On view until January 29.

Earlier this month Brian D. Cohen presented an artist talk and spoke about his exhibit, featuring 120 engravings, etchings, and watercolors from the past 35 years. Cohen was joined by former Vermont Poet Laureate Chard deNiord, reading a selection of his poetry. See the Artist Talk by clicking the link below.

WINTER GROUP features a selection of original framed works by Wolf Kahn, monoprints by Emily Mason, landscapes by Joseph Salerno, glass by Josh Bernbaum, sculpture by Bruce Campbell, collage by Chuck Olson, paintings by Susan Osgood, sculptures by Torin Porter and prints from our past two exhibitors, Brian D. Cohen and Liz Chalfin. On view until January 29. (image: “Sun” etching, aquatint by Brian D. Cohen)

We welcome you to the gallery to see WINTER GROUP featuring a selection of original framed works by Wolf Kahn, monoprints by Emily Mason, landscapes by Joseph Salerno, glass by Josh Bernbaum, sculpture by Bruce Campbell, collage by Chuck Olson, paintings by Susan Osgood, sculptures by Torin Porter and prints from our past two exhibitors, Brian D. Cohen and Liz Chalfin. We are open Thursday through Sunday, on view until January 29.

This week concludes the gorgeous gallery-wide exhibition of over 120 etchings, engravings and watercolors by printmaker, painter and educator Brian D. Cohen. “Brian D. Cohen: A Retrospective,” closing on December 11.

Please join us on Saturday December 3 at 5pm. Cohen will provide insight into his techniques and share stories behind the work in his exhibit, featuring 120 engravings, etchings, and watercolors from the past 35 years. Cohen will be joined by former Vermont Poet Laureate Chard deNiord, reading a selection of his poetry.

Daniel Chiaccio of First Proof Press and graphic designer Calvin Laituri designed a mural picturing a Vermont vista morphing over the four seasons. They tapped painting help from the ArtLords, a group of Afghan artists who created murals on bomb-sheltering “blast walls” in their homeland before recently resettling in the United States.

“Artifacts of the Present: A Portrait of Brian D. Cohen,” is a new documentary of the artist Brian D. Cohen by Willow O’Feral and Brad Heck of Haptic Pictures filmed in Kennebunk, Maine in March 2022. Music by David Cohen, Bridge Press Records, with Sara Kazemi and Sarah McBroom.

This exhibition includes the work of Zea Mays Printmaking members who, alongside their printmaking practice, create meaningful and often beautiful books in a variety of forms and mediums. Each artist was asked to provide a brief statement about process and technique, “Making Book” on view November 1 – December 31, 2022

“Bestiary,” a collaborative book comprising over thirty poems by Chard deNiord and prints by Brian D. Cohen, portrays the integrity of animals’ wildness, beauty, and beatitude, available at the gallery, $55. A selection of animal etchings are part of Brian D. Cohen: A Retrospective, on view until December 11.

Brian D. Cohen’s plein air watercolors are loose and luminous. They are painted onto wet paper, with washes added as the paper dries, focusing on observation of light, shape, and color in the landscape, simplifying or obscuring detail in favor of larger forms and the broader swell of color.

Nearly 500 people came to the gallery during Gallery Walk to view the new exhibit of work by printmaker Brian D. Cohen. A gallery-wide solo exhibition featuring over 100 prints, watercolors, and artist’s books from 1989 to 2022, will be on view until December 11.

Opening Friday, November 4, 5-8pm (during Gallery Walk), an exhibit of work by printmaker Brian D. Cohen. “A Retrospective,” a gallery-wide solo exhibition featuring over 100 prints, watercolors, and artist’s books from 1989 to 2022, will be on view until December 11.

Liz Chalfin’s exhibit “Iterations: 2021-2022” showing her most recent monoprints, is on view until October 30th. The gallery is also featuring work by Julia Zanes, Larry Simons, Emily Mason, James Urbaska, Rona Lee Cohen and more.

LiZ Chalfin’s installation “Pit” is on view at Mixografia in Los Angeles as part of the Los Angeles Printmaking Society’s National Print Exhibition through November 12th. Juried by Kenturah Davis, her piece received the Leonard Edmondson Award in Printmaking.

Liz Chalfin has work in two exhibitions in New York. Visit the Gallery at the Metropolitan Museum of Art store, and the Salmugundi Club. Both part of the Society of American Graphic Artists’ Annual exhibitions, Oct 24-Nov. 4. (image: “The Transplanted gardener” by Ellen Nathan Singer)

We are busy preparing for our upcoming exhibit, “Brian D. Cohen | A Retrospective,” featuring work by printmaker Brian D. Cohen, November 4 – December 11, 2022. The entire gallery will be overflowing with etchings and prints representing Cohen’s printmaking career of more than thirty years.

Please join us for Liz Chalfin’s Demo/Conversation at First Proof Press (downstairs in the MGFA gallery building), Sunday, October 9, 4-6pm. Chalfin’s exhibit “Iterations: 2021-2022,” showing her recent monoprints, is on view until October 30th

An Artist Talk with Larry Simons is now available to view on video, with warm thanks to Andy Reichsman of Ames Hill Video. Learn about Simons’ process and inspiration creating his found wood assemblages featured in “Live It Up.”

Julia Zanes takes us to a world of magical thinking with her apotropaic paintings on view in the middle gallery. The gallery is featuring a selection of artists in addition to our main exhibit, “Iterations: 2021-2022,” featuring work by printmaker Liz Chalfin — until October 30.

The gallery is full of color. James Urbaska’s beautiful oil landscapes are on view in the east gallery, in addition to our main exhibit, “Iterations: 2021-2022,” featuring work by printmaker Liz Chalfin — until October 30.

Please join us on Friday, September 16 for the opening of Liz Chalfin’s exhibit “Iterations: 2021-2022” showing her most recent monoprints, on view until October 30th. There will be a Demo/Conversation at First Proof press on Sunday, October 9, 4-6pm.

Our next exhibit features work from the past two years by printmaker Liz Chalfin. Opening Friday, September 16, 5-7pm. Iterations: 2021-2022, September 16 – October 30, 2022

Erika Radich, Liz Chalfin, and Susan Osgood, represented by MGFA, will be included in a juried exhibition of Zea Mays Printmaking artists at A.P.E. in Northampton, MA. September 8 – October 8, 2022

This Friday is Gallery Walk, come downtown and enjoy the evening’s events. Visit MGFA and meet Larry Simons and see his exhibit, “Live It Up,” and view a selection of gallery artists — until September 11.

Karen Kamenetzky’s biomorphic fiber wall hangings from the “The Possibilities are Endless” series are on view in the east gallery, in addition to our main exhibit, “Live It Up,” featuring work by Larry Simons — until September 11.

Monoprints by the late Emily Mason are on view in the east gallery. Come see Mason’s luminous prints in addition to our main exhibit, “Live It Up,” featuring work by Larry Simons — until September 11.

Please join us Saturday, August 20 at 5pm for an Artist Talk with Larry Simons. Learn about the process and inspiration creating his found wood assemblages in our feature exhibit, “Live It Up.” On view until September 11.

Introverre vases by glassblower Josh Bernbaum are on view in the gallery front window. Come see gallery artists in addition to our main exhibit, “Live It Up,” featuring the found wood assemblages of Larry Simons — until September 11.

Now available to view is MGFA’s Artist Talk with Willa Cox. Learn about her process and techniques creating her gorgeous mixed media panels. Works from her gallery exhibit in July, “Abstract Narratives,” are on display in the East Gallery.

Dye-infused aluminum prints by photographer Gene Parulis are on view in the middle gallery in addition to our main exhibit, “Live It Up,” featuring the found wood assemblages of Larry Simons — until September 11.

Opening during Gallery Walk, Friday, August 5, 5-8pm, “Live It Up,” featuring the work of Larry Simons. The show will run until September 11, with an Artist Talk Saturday, August 20, 5pm.

MGFA is honored to have represented Jackie Abrams baskets and vessels for several years up until her passing. We are pleased to have placed works in noted Museum collections where they will be enjoyed in perpetuity and have released all remaining work to her family.

Luminous work by glassblower Josh Bernbaum is in the window of the gallery. “Abstract Narratives,” by Willa Cox and “Possibilities” by Karen Kamenetzky—exhibits run until July 31. Bernbaum is featured in the current issue of “Yankee” magazine.

Petria Mitchell and Jim Giddings were honored last evening at the Ewing Arts Awards ceremony. These awards seek to recognize excellence in the creative community and to acknowledge how these artists give back to their communities and their professions through their work.

Anchor House of Artists in Northampton, MA presents “Old and New” a review of David Rohn’s oil and watercolor paintings, spanning his career. There will be a reception for friends and family on July 21, 4:30 – 7:30pm. The show continues through July 30.

Petria Mitchell and Jim Giddings, owners of Mitchell•Giddings Fine Arts, are honored to win an Ewing Arts Award in the category of Arts Presenting. There will be a ceremony at the Redfern Arts Center’s recital hall July 21, 6pm-9pm.

Please join us Saturday, July 16 at 5pm for an Artist Talk with Willa Cox. Learn about her process and inspiration creating the work in our feature exhibit, “Abstract Narratives.” On view until July 31.

“Supervising a puddle takes all of your attention.” Luminous watercolors by David Rohn are on view in addition to our feature exhibits, “Abstract Narratives,” by Willa Cox and “Possibilities” by Karen Kamenetzky — until July 31.

Stunning monoprints by the late Emily Mason are currently on view. Gallery artists are exhibiting in addition to “Abstract Narratives,” mixed media works on paper by Willa Cox and “Possibilities” fiber wall hangings by Karen Kamenetzky, until July 31.

The gallery is opening with a new exhibit. “Abstract Narratives,” featuring mixed media works on paper by Willa Cox and “Possibilities” featuring fiber wall hangings by Karen Kamenetzky, opens Saturday, June 25 at 12:00pm with an artist reception at 5:00pm.

These are words Gary Clark, President Emeritus of the Vermont Studio Center, used to describe the elegant paintings in the current exhibit. Don’t miss Rona Lee Cohen’s “Tableaux,” on view through Sunday, June 19.

A collection of Lisa Mackie’s mixed media prints are on view, including “Armadillo #5.” See a variety of gallery artists, in addition to Rona Lee Cohen’s exhibit “Tableaux,” through Sunday, June 19.

Visit MGFA during Gallery Walk, Friday, June 3, 5-8pm. “Tableaux,” featuring the oil paintings of Rona Lee Cohen and selected work from gallery artists, on exhibit until June 19.

New to the gallery is “Sun Study, Hunting Valley Landscape” painted by Jim Giddings in 1979. See more of his work, along with selected gallery artists, during Rona Lee Cohen’s exhibit “Tableaux,” through Sunday, June 19.

Enjoy the monotypes Chuck Olson created under the guidance of Dan Chiaccio at First Proof Press, Saturday, May 21, 5-7pm. There will be a printmaking demonstration at 6pm. On view during Rona Lee Cohen: “Tableaux,” through Sunday, June 19.

We invite you to meet Chuck Olson and preview his new monotypes created this month under the guidance of Dan Chiaccio at First Proof Press. Saturday, May 21, 5-7pm, with a printmaking demonstration at 6pm, light refreshments provided.

We have new prints from Amy Arbus’s “On the Street: 1980-1990,” featuring impromptu and edgy portraits of New Yorkers. On view during Rona Lee Cohen: “Tableaux,” along with selected gallery artists, through Sunday, June 19. Work is available online.

Bruce Campbell just delivered “Alternate Universe,” his latest, magical, kinetic sculpture. On view during Rona Lee Cohen: “Tableaux,” along with selected gallery artists, through Sunday, June 19. Work is available online.

Meet the artist during Gallery Walk, Friday, May 6, 5-8pm. “Tableaux,” featuring the work of Rona Lee Cohen, will run until June 19. Work is available to view or purchase online.

Jackie Abrams’s “Precarious Shelter #10” is currently on display in “Making History: Recent Acquisitions from the Permanent Collection.” The exhibition will be on view until Spring 2023.

“Mandala Evolution,” a digitally manipulated photograph by Gene Parulis, is on view, along with 20 other gallery artists. This is the final week showing Thursday through Sunday. Work is available online.

Josh Bernbaum is among a group of jury-selected contemporary craft artists, selected for the Smithsonian Craft Show. Mitchell Giddings Fine Arts is proud to be representing a selection of Josh’s newest works.

“Wonder” a new monotype collage by Erika Radich, is on view, along with 20 other gallery artists, through Sunday, May 1. Work is also available online.

Josh Bernbaum’s exquisite glass vessel, “Apophenia 1,” is on display and part of “Creative Edge,” a group exhibit featuring 20 artists, through May 1. Visit the gallery Thursday to Sunday, work is also available online.

Eric Boyer’s beautiful wire mesh sculpture, “Red Flower,” is on the way to France. Boyer’s work is part of “Creative Edge,” a group exhibit featuring 20 artists, through May 1. Visit the gallery Thursday to Sunday, work is also available online.

“Low Rider” is a new limited edition woodblock print by Lyell Castonguay. Castonguay’s work is part of “Creative Edge,” a group exhibit featuring 20 artists, through May 1. Visit the gallery Thursday to Sunday, work is also available online.

The gallery is featuring new oil paintings by Cameron Schmitz. “Creative Edge,” a group exhibit featuring 20 artists, runs through May 1. Visit the gallery Thursday through Sunday, work also available online.

“Creative Edge,” a group show featuring 20 artists, opens Saturday, March 19 and will run until May 1.

David Rohn’s watercolor, “Fruit, Book, Cup of Water,” is featured in “Into the Light,” a group exhibit, through March 13. Visit the gallery Thursday – Sunday, work is available online.

Travel writer Michael Alpiner visited the area last September. “Brattleboro, VT: A Town that is Easy to Call Home” is available to read online in TravelSquire.

Three new paintings by David Brewster are featured in “Into the Light,” a group exhibit, showing through March 13. Visit the gallery Thursday – Sunday, work is available online.

Journeys: The Life and Work of Jackie Abrams, edited by Beth Hester, covers the forms and artwork Jackie Abrams created over the past four-and-a-half decades. Through text and photos, the book documents her influence on the world of contemporary art.

Bruce Campbell’s “Finding Polaris” is about the importance of finding this star as a directional aid and may be interpreted as our quest to find our own guiding star in this life. On view during “Into the Light” a group exhibit, through March 13.

The gallery is featuring new landscapes by Petria Mitchell. “Into the Light,” a group exhibit, runs through March 13. Visit the gallery Thursday through Sunday, work also available online.

We welcome you to the gallery for a new exhibit, “Into the Light,” opening Saturday, January 29, featuring the work of 11 gallery artists. The exhibit runs through March 13 and is also available to view or purchase online.

Emily Mason was included in an exhibition of works with Miles McEnery Gallery at the Miami Beach Convention Center in December of 2021.

Gallery artist, Michael Abrams, virtually welcomes visitors to his Jamaica, Vermont, studio for a conversation about his Brattleboro Museum & Art Center installation “Arcadia Rediscovered” as well as his work in general on Thursday, January 6, 7pm.

We are pleased to welcome Julia Zanes to the gallery. Her imaginative mixed media paintings bring beauty and joy. Opening Dec. 3, during Brattleboro’s First Friday Art Stroll.

Opening Dec. 3, during Brattleboro’s First Friday Art Stroll. This exhibit includes work created over the last months of Jackie’s life and will be the final opportunity to select baskets and vessels from the remaining collection.

Chuck Olson gave an artist talk on November 7 at the gallery. This wonderful glimpse into Olson’s work was recorded and is now available to view. Thank you to Andy Reischman for the recording.

After a brief talk about the inspiration and process, a cello quartet featuring Zon Eastes, played “Song of the Sycamore” as part of Christine Triebert’s retrospective exhibition. Thank you to Philip Johansson for recording the event.

Jackie Abrams’s passing on November 6th offers a tender remembrance of her brilliance in creating and teaching. Mitchell Giddings Fine Arts is planning an exhibit to honor her creative legacy.

Susan Osgood discusses her paintings and monotype prints and her archaeological work drawing ancient tombs and temples in Egypt. The RISD Alumni Club of Vermont hosted this virtual presentation on Nov. 4, 2021.

We are hosting an Artist talk with our featured artist, Chuck Olson. Join us Sunday, November 7, 5:00pm. Object and Memory will be exhibited until Dec. 12, 2021

The middle gallery is devoted to printmaker, Lisa Mackie, whose latest circle of work includes a series featuring armadillos. Currently showing Nov. 6-Dec.12.

The gallery welcomes painter Michael Abrams, who invites viewers to experience nature as he sees it—full of beauty, light, and atmosphere. Currently showing Nov. 6-Dec.12.

Christine Triebert’s artist talk from Sunday, October 17 is now available for viewing on video. Thank you to Andy Reichsman of Ames Hill Video for capturing this event.

Join us for a cello performance on Thursday, October 28 at 5:30pm. After a brief talk, the quartet, featuring Zon Eastes, will play “Song of the Sycamore” as part of Christine Triebert’s retrospective exhibition.

Join us at the gallery for Christine Triebert’s artist talk on Sunday, October 17 at 5:00pm. Meet the artist and learn about her experiences and techniques over the past thirty years of taking photographs.

This scholarship honors the legacy of basketmaker and teacher Jackie Abrams as the founder, visionary, and mentor for North Country Studio Workshops. The recipient will be a studio artist who makes their living through art/craft and/or teaching.

In this new video Cameron Schmitz shares a peek into her painting process and thoughts behind the life of being a working artist, a mother, and a person committed to one’s craft.

“This video was created to accompany my ‘Precarious Shelters’ series, designed to help raise awareness of the extreme range of homes and shelters in our own communities and throughout the world. Enjoy it and consider what you can do to help.” ~Jackie Abrams

John Hughes, composer, sculptor, musician and dancer from Brattleboro has won the award for Folk and Traditional Arts. John Hughes’ work is currently on display at the gallery.

On June 26 Jackie Abrams gave an Artist Talk at the gallery as part of her 45 Years of Making exhibit. Philip Johansson kindly videotaped the event, now available to view.

Whimsical new steel sculpture from Torin Porter will be on view from July 10 – August 15.

Gallery artist, Jen Violette, is one of 17 women glass artisans featured at the Sandwich Glass Museum. “In Her Voice: Influential Women in Glass,” runs through October 31, 2021.

Jackie Abrams will be giving an Artist Talk at the gallery on Saturday, June 26 at 5:00 pm. This event will also be videotaped for future viewing.

David Brewster breaks down the process in creating “Hood Loaders and Slashers” in the latest Viewing Room.

The gallery is now OPEN Thur. – Sat. 11-5, Sun. 12-5. Featuring Jackie Abrams: 45 Years of Making, in the main gallery and a selection of gallery artists’ works, May 29 – July 4, 2021.

Fields of Vision: The Private Collection of Artists Wolf Kahn and Emily Mason will feature Modern, Post-War and Contemporary paintings, works on paper, prints and sculptures. Proceeds from the auctions will benefit the Wolf Kahn | Emily Mason Foundation and the Emily Mason | Alice Trumbull Mason Foundation.

The gallery has just received three new wire mesh sculptures from artist Eric Boyer. See all of Boyer’s work on his artist page.

The Brattleboro Reformer visited gallery artist Bruce Campbell to learn more about his creative process. Campbell’s kinetic sculptures demonstrate, in elegant and minimalist form, his perception of the universe … if moved by gears, levers, and basic mechanics.

New Kinetic sculpture by Bruce Campbell. “Inspired by Giovanni di Paolo’s 1445 painting ‘The Expulsion from Paradise’ where he depicts the known version of the cosmos with the earth at the center and the planets revolving around the sun. In my piece the upper arch is the boundary of heaven and the broken horizontal disk the incomplete knowledge they had about the universe. The planets revolving around the earth rotate at different speeds with those closest to the center spinning faster than those farther out.”

Announcing an upcoming exhibit at Mitchell•Giddings, May 29-July 4
Jackie Abrams has been a basket maker and fiber artist since 1975. “This retrospective exhibit allows me to share pieces from my collection that I have created and accumulated during all my years of learning, experimenting and constructing.” 

Please join the Bruce Museum Thursday, January 28, 7 – 8:30 pm for a conversation about Emily Mason’s printmaking with Steven Rose, Director of the Emily Mason and Alice Trumbull Mason Foundation, and master printmakers Janis Stemmermann and Lisa Mackie.

In April, 2015, Mitchell-Giddings Fine Arts exhibited After Images, a suite of photographs New York photographer Amy Arbus made in 2011 and 2012 to pay homage to her favorite painters. The book, After Images, presents this series of photographs of live scenes staged to replicate the original paintings from the early 20th century. 

Liz Chalfin’s art is informed by travels near and far as much as printmaking techniques. Learn about her inspiration and process, including a trip to Venice in February 2020, in the Viewing Room.

An article on the history of Mitchell Giddings Fine Arts featured on VTDigger.org

The now defunct Village Voice newspaper assigned Arbus to photograph for a new fashion column. Their only request was to photograph “anyone who makes you turn your head”…

Take a virtual gallery tour with Amy Arbus as she discusses the stories and characters featured in her remarkable portraits.

Our Online Shop affords the opportunity to purchase a variety of works from our gallery artists, including books.