Dorchester Arts Collaborative

Dorchester Open Studios Invites Performers, Application Deadline Sep. 2

Interested in performing or showing unique art forms during the annual Dorchester Open Studios event? This year's Open Studios 2011 (October 22 and 23) will include not only the largest collection of visual artists in Open Studios history, but also two days of performance art. Dancers, singers, poets, actors, writers, filmmakers, and musicians are all invited to participate. Write the Dorchester Arts Collaborative at info@dac-online.org by September 2 with a brief description of your presentation; include video, website links, etc., to give us an idea of your art. Venues include the Great Hall at Codman Square and the chapel at Pilgrim Church in Uphams Corner, from noon to 5 p.m. each day. Call 617-839-6734 or 617-922-1396 for more information.

DAC Reading/Writing Workshop, Aug. 3

DACAre you a reader or a writer? Want to share your interest with others? Dorchester Arts Collaborative is hosting a reading and writing workshop at Studio D (11 Pearl St, Dorchester). Work alongside others on July 14 at 1 p.m. or August 3rd at 10 a.m. Both workshops are free to all DAC members, $10 for non-members. Contact the DAC at info@dac-online.org.

DAC Reading/Writing Workshop, Jul. 14

DACAre you a reader or a writer? Want to share your interest with others? Dorchester Arts Collaborative is hosting a reading and writing workshop at Studio D (11 Pearl St, Dorchester). Work alongside others on July 14 at 1 p.m. or August 3rd at 10 a.m. Both workshops are free to all DAC members, $10 for non-members. Contact the DAC at info@dac-online.org.

Dorchester Art Collaborative Screening, Jun. 26

Dorchester Arts CollaborativeCome watch a movie with the Dorchester Arts Collaboraitve! On June 26th, a screening of the original film, Saturday by Paloma Valenzuela will take place at Studio D, 11 Pearl Street in Dorchester. The film will be shown from 7 to 9 p.m. and popcorn and lemonade will be served. For more info, call (617) 839-6734 or email info@dac-online.org.

"Empathy and The Other," DAC Breakfast, Jun. 24

DACThe next Dorchester Arts Collaborative takes place on June 24! At this DAC Breakfast, writer Aaron Devine will lead an exploration of "Empathy and the Other." Where does empathy come from? Can it be developed? How do artists truly represent what lies outside their own background or culture? Come to 11 Pearl Street, Dorchester, MA from 8 to 9:30 a.m. to find out. A continental breakfast will be served.

In this workshop, participants will fuel a discussion of empathy and The Other using examples from photography, painting, and literature. Participants are welcome and encouraged to bring in their own examples - from any medium - that resonate with this topic. The group will also follow a writing prompt that exercises their ability to empathize. For more information, contact the workshop leader, Aaron, at aajamde@yahoo.com. >> Read More

Register for Dorchester Open Studios 2011!

Show your art to the world! Sign up now to participate in the 2011 Dorchester Open Studios! Anyone can register online at http://www.dac-online.org/about-us/open-studios/register-online. Save money by joining DAC at the same time! Non-member registration is $65 before June 15th; $90 after June 15th. Members receive a scaled discount depending on level of membership. Registration before June 15th guarantees inclusion in promotional materials and on the map, and a group space if needed.

Last year, 124 artists displayed work at 6 group sites and 7 home studios. Don't miss the chance to be part of this amazing opportunity! With questions, call 617 922-1396 or 617 839-6734. You may also visit http://www.dac-online.org, the best resource for DAC and the arts in Dorchester. Continue after the break for Open Studios dates, payment information and more! >> Read More

DAC presents Five in Focus, Jun. 4

The Dorchester Arts Collaborative presents Five in Focus, an exhibit of photographs by Elaine Happnie, Jake Hart, Catalina Viejo, Larry Pryor, and Rob Scott. An opening reception will take place on Saturday, June 4, 3 to 5 p.m. at Studio D, 11 Pearl Street, Dorchester. For more information on the Dorchester Arts Collaborative, visit http://dac-online.org. Subscribe to their mailing list to stay updated on local arts and cultural happenings!

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DAC Workshop on Social Media, Apr. 30

So you want to start a blog? Jump on the social media bandwagon! Join the Dorchester Arts Collaborative on Saturday, April 30, at 2 p.m. at Studio D, 11 Pearl Street, in Dorchester for a workshop on the basics of setting up a blog. The group will discuss the reasons for starting a blog, how to do it, what to say, and other topics. Show DAC your blog and ask for suggestions; DAC will displays theirs. Bring your laptop to work or leave it at home and just watch Coffee and pastries will be provided. You can register here. The workshop, led by DAC board member, artist and blogger Sandy Coleman, is free for members (join here) and $10 for non-members. If you have questions, contact DAC at 617 839-6734.

DAC Breakfast Redux, May 13

The Dorchester Arts Collaborative will hold their next breakfast on May 13, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., at a location to be announced. The breakfast is $5 for members for coffee, tea, fruit and pastries and $8 for non-members. This edition of the breakfast will focus on a Branding/Marketing Exercise: How does my art affect people? How is it unique? Who is my audience? How can I better pitch my art? Where are the best places to market my art?

Join DAC for marketing/branding exercise that will provide answers and guidelines. Bring up to 5 samples of your work for the group. Get and give feedback anonymously via a survey/questionaire. Led by Pat Burson, Painter and Arts & Business Counsel ToolBox Fellow, DAC board member and DAC Breakfast facilitator. Please RSVP by May 6th to patricia@bursonstudios.com. With questions, contact info@dac-online.org.

DAC "4th" Friday at HallSpace, Apr. 29

Bebe Beard at HallSpaceCome to the Dorchester Arts Collaborative's April 5th Friday at HallSpace with works by Bebe Beard on April 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. If you have not visited HallSpace yet, this is a perfect opportunity! This is DAC's traditional potluck event, so bring something for the table.  Wine and sparkling water provided. 

Click here for directions to HallSpace (950 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA). This is the last 4th Friday event (even though this happens to be on the 5th Friday) that will be free to non-members of DAC.

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