Maureen is a Copley Society of Art Artist Member and has been a juried participant in theBoston Guild 5 of the last 6 years. She received First Place in oils for the painting, "Duchess" and the Kelly Cobble Award, "Best Walk - Shore Walk" at this year's QAA Artfest."I am delighted to have this opportunity to share what I have learned during the creation of hundreds of plein air paintings in all seasons and weather."

Sara is a resident of Quincy and is a portrait artist as well as a potter. She has been painting nearly her entire life, with her portraiture included in gallery shows on Cape Cod. Sara loves capturing tender moments in her paintings - newborns, weddings and pets to name a few! She started wheel throwing in 2022, and enjoys expressing her creativity in 3D form as well. Sara graduated from Emerson College with a Bachelors of Science in Communications.

Solange is a resident of Quincy and is a fiber artist as well as a potter. She has been 'crafty' her whole life, since her grandmother introduced her to the sewing machine & the kitchen at a very young age. Her fiber creations and cookies can be found all over the houses of her loved ones. She started wheel throwing in 2023 and fell in love with clay. Solange graduated from Northeastern University with a doctor of Pharmacy and from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with an MBA.

I’m a self-taught painter. The themes of my paintings navigate a wide range and are nourished by natural beauty, the splendor of colors and shapes, dramatic contrasts, and the inexhaustible scenery of nature. My watercolors also include urban land-scapes, architectural details, seascapes and forest scenes. The exploration of techniques never ceases to amaze me. I think that through painting we honor all the wonders that exist in our habitat.

Isabel’s oil painting classes at the QAA are open to all levels exploring all facets from value to gathering photos for reference. Her love of Boston’s scenery is evident in many of her works. Isabel attended the Corcoran Museum in Washington, D.C., has a B.F.A from the University of Maryland, a Certificate from the Art Institute of Boston, and has studied under Robert Cormier of the Boston Artist Guild and at the Museum of Fine Arts Extension School.

I was born and raised in Boston and have been working with children and families for over 10 years. I am founder and owner of Yes2artkidz as well as a preschool teacher and paraprofessional for a special needs program. I am a chef/cook and an abstract artist. I am passionate about inspiring and educating children and families through art and imagination . It is important that I provide my community with opportunities and resources that will allow them to use art as a therapeutic form of expression.

A native of Kansas. Dan has the unique distinction of producing award winning art in three different media: drawing, painting and sculpture (terracotta & plastilina) and has won numerous awards for all three..In 2008 Dan won Best in Show at the annual Quincy ArtsFest for his sculpture. An excellent instructor, many of his students have won awards. Dan is a graduate of Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts. He specializes in the human figure.

Always living in Quincy I am a graduate of QPS and Eastern Nazarene College. I earned a degree in Interior Design at Newbury College. My artistic endeavors dance around the fine arts in jewelry making and tablescaping. Teaching preschoolers ignited my passion for the art of illustrated books. I was then excited to create programs where children could disassemble and reassemble story book elements and ideas to make original works.

Yvonne's work reflects her encounters with the natural world. She uses watercolor and oils to express her joy as she experiences her environment. She is a retired, certified K-12 arts educator with National Board Certification. Her paintings are now being shown at Galatea Fine Art,SoWa, with Shared Habitat Earth and Quincy Art Association.

Kris is a very passionate and talented artist as well as a valued member of the QAA team. His presentation of ‘Techniques of the Old Masters’ is a favorite among artists in and around the South Shore. Kris takes pleasure in demonstrating various phases of his presentation to novices and fellow artists alike. Kris is a graduate of the Art Institute of Boston and continues to enjoy exploring and experimenting as he creates his artwork.

I make figurative sculpture in clay using various handbuilding techniques. I sometimes incorporate other materials such as wool roving, paper mache, even live plants. My inspiration is the animal kingdom, all aspects of nature and clothing. Humor is an important element and I bring that to my teaching. I have degrees from Umass Dartmouth and California Institute of the Arts and I am a resident artist and instructor at the Harvard Ceramics Program. I also teach at Mudflat Studios in Somerville and The Umbrella Arts in Concord, MA.

Rose has been an Art teacher for more

the past 30 years.  She has taught in the Boston Public schools, Ceramic studios and the Museum of fine Arts. "My life is full of Art and one of my life's greatest joys is to encourage the creative spirit."

Sue is a Milton artist working in

various media. Sue teaches ceramics and painting classes for children and adults. Watching students discover the endless creativity that clay provides keeps her happy. Sue has a BFA from UMASS Dartmouth, and has studies at the Museum of Fine Arts. Sue is a member of the Dedham Square Artist Guild and was chosen to paint one of 15 fiberglass rabbits for the Dedham Public Art Project.

Jennifer’s artistic journey began with watercolor, where she first discovered the delicate beauty of fluid color and movement. Over time, her fascination expanded to include acrylic, oil, gouache, and alcohol ink, allowing her to explore the versatility of each medium both individually and in combination. Her work often highlights objects of nature and abstract compositions, distinguished by her signature use of pink hues and striking contrasts in landscape-inspired forms.

I'm a 2009 graduate of Massachusetts College of Art and Design, where I majored in art education. I have experience teaching in both private and public schools. My favorite medium is charcoal and pastel. I love drawing because all you need is a paper and pencil and I can do it anywhere. I carry a sketch book everywhere I go just in case I get the chance to capture portraits and wild life.

Morgan Davis holds a Bachelor of Arts from Eastern Nazarene College and has studied classical drawing and painting at numerous fine art facilities in Boston and the south shore area, such as the Museum of Fine Arts, Mass College of Art. She has taught art classes at Quincy College, Quincy Art Association, independent workshops and her fine art studio in Rockland.

I make images with paint, paper, canvas, cameras, computers and a deep love of art. I enjoy making art as much as I can. Always trying to find a new way to touch people whether through nostalgia, narrative, figurative or abstract approaches.The response from students is what excites me the most about teaching. I strive to have them as excited about making art as I am. Whether abstract or realism, make the images come from down deep.

I have made art all my life, always drawing and sketching. Early on I discovered printmaking, mostly making monoprints. Gathering materials to apply to my prints gradually led to using my older prints in collage form. I love combining images that seem to have no relationship. Once things are down, a dialogue develops between myself and the work till I’m pleased. I hope students and viewers can create their own narrative and enjoy!

Wendy has always viewed the world through the lens of a camera, finding beauty and meaning in every frame. A graduate of The Art Institute of Boston with a BFA in photography, she specializes in portraits and landscapes, though her passion for all forms of photographic art knows no bounds. Beyond creating captivating images, Wendy is dedicated to empowering others by sharing her expertise and helping them develop their own creative skills. She believes in fostering confidence so that others can proudly share their talents with the world.