It is the policy
of the Art Department at CCHS to have students visit at least two
gallery shows / exhibits on their
own and write reviews of them.
Please use the following format when reviewing an ceramics
show :
1. General Information : Name of the show / artist, name and
location of gallery or museum, dates the show will be on view, date
when you visited the show.
2. Describe the Show : Give a brief general description of
the artist's work, the subject matter, medium, style, techniques,
and any relevant information about the artists life, philosophy,
etc.
3. Discuss the Work : Discuss your opinions of the
work, be descriptive and specific. Defend / explain / support your
views by citing examples from the work.
4. Analyze One Piece : Describe and critique one work that
you feel strongly about. Talk about the meaning and expressive quality
of the work, the technique, and its relationship to the rest of the
show. Discuss how it is different or similar to your work. Do a quick
sketch of the work that you have chosen.
The following is a short list of nearby galleries
and museums where ceramic art is usually on display. You may review any show
you like, at any gallery or museum anywhere in the world. It is suggested
that you first call or search to inquire about hours and specific shows.
Pucker Gallery, 171 Newbury St., Boston MA 02116; phone
617-267-9473.
Society of Arts and Crafts Gallery, 175 Newbury St., Boston MA 02116;
phone 617-266-1810.
Genovese / Sullivan Gallery, 47 Thayer St., Boston MA 02118;
phone 617-426-9738.
Boston Museum of Fine Art, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston MA 02115;
phone 617-267-9300.
DeCordova Museum, 51 Sandy Pond Rd., Lincoln MA 01773; phone
781-259-8355.
Fresh Pond Clay Works, 368 Huron Ave., Cambridge MA 02138; phone
617-492-1907.
Lacoste Gallery, 25 Main St., Concord MA 01742; phone 978-369-0278.
