Since its inception in 1957, the Blackstone Valley Art Association has been dedicated to the advancement of the arts and preservation of the finest artistic traditions by means of exhibitions, classes, lectures, and other activities favorable to artistic expression, and to the development of friendly exchanges amongst artists and those interested in the arts.
We meet for hands-on demos and workshops at the Uxbridge Community Gallery, 5 South Main Street, Uxbridge, MA on the third Tuesday of every month EXCEPT during the summer months. All monthly meetings start at 6:30 pm unless indicated otherwise. We also hold art shows, field trips, outings, plein air sessions, and other events regularly throughout the year. Please check our calendar for more information. Board meeting venues will be announced.
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Winners from Worcester Center for Crafts Art Show 2024Here are the winners from our 2024 art show held at the Worcester Center for Crafts! Congratulations, everyone!
Congratulations to Young Farwell for first place in our show at the Worcester Center for Crafts “On The Way Home” oil $800.
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Congratulations to Al Weems for second place in our show at the Worcester Center for Crafts with his photo “Progress” $350.
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Congratulations to Brandi Van Roo for third place with her watercolor “Whitin Machine Works” at the Worcester Center for Crafts art show!
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Congratulations to Pamela Gover for an Honorable Mention for “Fish Dinner” oil $425 in our art show at the Worcester Center for Crafts
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Congratulations to James Hunt for an Honorable Mention for “Bernat Mill Entrance Uxbridge 2017” photo on metal $750 in our art show at the Worcester Center for Crafts
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Congratulations to Susan Johnson for an Honorable Mention for “Village in the Fog” monoprint $125 in our art show at the Worcester Center for Crafts
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About the BVAA
Since its inception in 1957, the Blackstone Valley Art Association has been dedicated to the advancement of the arts and preservation of the finest artistic traditions by means of exhibitions, classes, lectures, and other activities favorable to artistic expression, and to the development of friendly exchanges amongst artists and those interested in the arts.
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Meetings & Events
We meet at the BVAA Open Sky Uxbridge Community Art Gallery at 5 South Main Street, Uxbridge on the third Tuesday of every month. We also hold regular shows, workshops, and events. Please check our BVAA Calendar for more information. Board meeting venues will be announced. All meetings start at 6:30 pm unless indicated otherwise.
Membership
We are a friendly, supportive community of all levels of experience. We have members who are just getting started and members who have established a substantial portfolio. We all learn from each other. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced artist, we’d love to have you join us! Membership Information
Member Gallery
BVAA members are provided with an online member webpage displaying samples of their work and their artist’s statement. If you are a new member just starting out, or are an existing member looking to expand their gallery, please come to the meeting or Contact Us to get started.
Participate!
All the work of the Blackstone Valley Art Association is accomplished due to the selfless contributions of our membership who share their time and talents. From our board to our sustaining members, we all do our part to help each other thrive. We offer a warm thank-you to our dedicated group of creative art enthusiasts!
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