Cambridge is home to a thriving, eclectic community of artists and several galleries with a range of work.
Second Saturday art openings and more
Be sure to enjoy the Second Saturday art walk on September 11, with most galleries open until 8pm, and shops open until 9pm. Many of the galleries host free receptions to celebrate the opening of new exhibits, while shops hold special promotions and other surprises await.
In the galleries right now
MAIN STREET GALLERY: "Pieces of the Path: Exploring the Art of the Mosaic" featuring mosaics from several artists from the Eastern Shore and beyond. The show will include not only unusual decorative pieces, but also a variety of functional art, from small vases to substantial tables. Meet the artists at a free reception with live music and refreshments, 5–8pm, Second Saturday, September 11. Show runs August 6–September 25, 2010. The gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 12-4pm; Second Saturdays until 8pm. 413 Muir Street, art@cambridgemainstreet.com, 443.477.0843.
DORCHESTER CENTER FOR THE ARTS: The show features the works of the Plein Air Painters of the Eastern Shore. Meet the artists at a free reception, 6-8pm, Second Saturday, September 11, with live music and refreshments. 321 High Street, 410.228.7782.
JOIE DE VIVRE GALLERY: The September show features the recycled/found object art of “green artist” Karen Gaillard O’Dowd. It's fun for all ages to identify the objects she uses—from keys to yardsticks to license plates and gum wrappers. Meet the artist during a free reception, 5:30-7:30pm, Second Saturday, September 14. Also, don't miss the new show in the Easel Street Gallery by self-taught artist Everna Lee Taylor. Joie de Vivre also features the wall sculptures, furniture, and more of direct metal artist Paul Lockhart and the folk art of John Root Hopkins. Winner of "Best of the Eastern Shore" for artisan jewelry by What's Up Eastern Shore magazine. 410 Race Street, 410.228.7000.
DANNY DOUGHTY GALLERY: Step into another time and place at this gallery, which features the work of folk artist Danny Doughty and metal artist Buck Doughty. Don't miss the unique artist collaboration among Danny Doughty and Dorchester County artists Joyce Fritz Ritz and Bob Ritz. The Ritz's transform Doughty's paintings into three-dimensional sculptures. The gallery is at the back of Joie de Vivre Gallery. Open until 8pm on Second Saturdays. 410.228.7000. 410 Race Street
GALLERY 447: "Studioworks," featuring the work of Eastern Shore artists whose studios ring this spectacular second-floor gallery. Artists include Maureen Farrell, Mary Ann Schindler, Heidi Clark, Sarah Stolte, and Greg VandeVisser. Some compare Gallery 447 to a New York-style loft with its 12ft ceilings, detailed woodwork, and large wavy glass windows. Open Thursday–Saturday, 10am-5pm and Second Saturdays until 8pm. 447 Race Street, 2nd floor, 410.924.0692, info@gallery447.com
THE WILLIAM MARR ART STUDIO: Artist Bill Marr has temporarily set up shop in a second-floor space at 541 Poplar Street. The William Marr Art Studio, which also serves as a gallery, will remain in this location until construction is complete at the studio/gallery’s future home above Joie de Vivre Gallery down the block. Although there are no regular hours, you can stop in most days to see Marr at work and to see work by oil painter and art instructor Edith Vogl and oil painter Niki Pino. 541 Poplar Street, 2nd floor.
WRIGHT'S ART AND FRAMING: Featuring original artwork—including paintings of Shore life and sports memorabilia prints—by Cambridge artist George Wright. Stop Wright's by and you may see the artist at work on a painting. 111 Maryland Avenue, 410.228.7977
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Wednesday Morning Artists is a diverse group of local artists united by a desire to promote art for public and private enjoyment. The group meets each Wednesday morning in downtown Cambridge to share advice and more. Find out more at their website, 