National Association of Women Artists • Massachusetts Chapter

National Association of Women Artists • Massachusetts Chapter The Mission of the NAWA www.thenawa.org is to foster and promote awareness of, and interest in, visual art created by women in the United States.

Margaret Smith, 'Spring brings possibilities', juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator behind The Jeal...
08/02/2026

Margaret Smith, 'Spring brings possibilities', juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator behind The Jealous Curator.
In the artist's words: Spring brings possibility and promise. The warmth of yellow and hot pinks heats things up as the blues and purples ignite the energy of this piece. The energy underneath is unseen but felt.

Erin Starr, 'After the Fire' in 'Playing with Fire’ acrylic, mica, gold pigment powder, and ink on linen, juried by Dani...
08/02/2026

Erin Starr, 'After the Fire' in 'Playing with Fire’ acrylic, mica, gold pigment powder, and ink on linen, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator behind The Jealous Curator.
Erin is an award-winning international artist whose captivating work has been shown in over 150 galleries, museums, and shows worldwide. Through her art, she engages in a profound dialogue about our planet's crises, illustrating the urgent realities of climate change and human impact on the environment. “My art is a dialogue between Earth’s beauty, expressed both in abstract and organic forms. I am continually captivated by the vibrant colors, intricate textures, and the expansive reach of the land and sea. These elements form a landscape that is in constant motion—ever-changing and fluid.
Exhibition on Arts, running through July 2 – August 2, 2026; come visit in person.

Susan Scavo Gallagher, 'The Fire Within', Tucson rusted equipment in 'Playing with Fire’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the ...
08/02/2026

Susan Scavo Gallagher, 'The Fire Within', Tucson rusted equipment in 'Playing with Fire’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator behind The Jealous Curator.
A phenomenal photographer and acclaimed artist, much of Sue's professional career has been devoted to research, policy, and practice on the prevention of unintentional injuries and violence against children and adolescents; building infrastructure within state health agencies; improving existing data sets and their use; and effective communication with policymakers. She has also worked in chronic disease interventions to address compliance with regimens for hypertension and diabetes. Her current interests include advocacy, especially training the next generation of public health researchers to communicate with policymakers, translating research into practice and policy, and bringing further innovation to public health and effective meeting facilitation.
Exhibition on Arts, running through July 2 – August 2, 2026; come visit in person.

Last day to see ‘Playing with Fire’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator, are Thu-Sun, Mar-Oct, 12...
08/02/2026

Last day to see ‘Playing with Fire’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator, are Thu-Sun, Mar-Oct, 12-5 pm; Nov-Feb, 12-4 pm; and always by appointment. Come for the first time, then follow up to see the show, and congratulations to Youngsheen A. Jhe 'Flowing: The Flow of Love' and Marian Dioguardi 'Still Reflections' phenomenal shows also in the gallery. Galatea Fine Art SoWa Boston
We ventured into the world with the cautionary words, 'Be careful when you play with fire,' applying them to politics, art, daily life, and environmental concerns. In this show, we welcome the power of fire, both literally and metaphorically.
Exhibition on Arts, running through July 2 – August 2, 2026; come visit in person. Artsy: galatea-fine-art-playing-with-fire

https://www.artsy.net/show/galatea-fine-art-playing-with-fire-juried-by-danielle-krysa-the-writer-and-renowned-curator-behind-the-jealous-curator/info

Adventures in Wonderland, a modern "Alice in Wonderland," is so very playful, with her blue-and-white dress, those strip...
08/02/2026

Adventures in Wonderland, a modern "Alice in Wonderland," is so very playful, with her blue-and-white dress, those striped cabanas lined up on the horizon, the juicy peach, and a girl practicing handstands on the sand. Summertime and narrate a video about the mysteries hidden within a painting. Artscope Magazine Linda Post

In the artist's words: Every section of each of my paintings is conceived as a complete composition, almost like a story told in chapters. The look of bliss on the woman’s face as she bites into a ripe peach is the essence of summer. An overall interplay of stripes and patterns creates a hypnotic rhythm. The phalanx of pelicans soaring above the coastal flats of Cape Cod and the little oystercatcher stepping toward us grounded this painting with a seminal sense of place. The model's blue-and-white sundress and her leaping rabbit tattoo, reminiscent of old book illustrations, give the impression of a modern Alice in Wonderland.

Thank you for your energy celebrating our community of artists, including Galatea's wondrous team and YOU, aka art enthu...
07/18/2026

Thank you for your energy celebrating our community of artists, including Galatea's wondrous team and YOU, aka art enthusiasts and patrons; we always learn something new and gain more insight with each visit.
Gallery hours at Galatea Fine Art SoWa Boston: ‘Playing with Fire’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator, are Thu-Sun, Mar-Oct, 12-5 pm; Nov-Feb, 12-4 pm; and always by appointment. Come for the first time, then follow up to see the show, and congratulations to Youngsheen A. Jhe 'Flowing: The Flow of Love' and Marian Dioguardi 'Still Reflections' phenomenal shows also in the gallery.
Featuring 'Playing with Fire' artists Joan Appel, Judy Miller Bailey, Marcy Bergeron, Janet Blagdon, Heather Buechler, Karen Cass, Elizabeth Castonguay, Susan Chamberland, Janice Charles, Elinor Freedman, Suzanne Gainer, Lisa Goren, Yildiz Grodowski, Mary Hurwitz, Linda Pearlman Karlsberg, Jill Law, Madeleine Lord, C. J. Lori, Patricia McCarthy, Tammi J. Meehan, Marsha Nouritza Odabashian, Jennifer Jean Okumura, Christine Palamidessi, Lisa Penny, Dorothy Pilla, Linda Post, Wendy Prellwitz, Patti Robbins, Susan Scavo Gallagher, Jan Shapiro, Gail Skudera, Margaret Smith, Erin Starr, May Sun, Patricia Tewes Richards, Carolyn Wirth, Heidi Caswell Zander.
We ventured into the world with the cautionary words, 'Be careful when you play with fire,' applying them to politics, art, daily life, and environmental concerns. In this show, we welcome the power of fire, both literally and metaphorically.
Exhibition on Arts, running through August 2, 2026; come visit in person. Artsy: galatea-fine-art-playing-with-fire

https://www.artsy.net/show/galatea-fine-art-playing-with-fire-juried-by-danielle-krysa-the-writer-and-renowned-curator-behind-the-jealous-curator/info

Karen Cass 'Flash Point' in 'Playing with Fire ’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator behind The J...
07/18/2026

Karen Cass 'Flash Point' in 'Playing with Fire ’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator behind The Jealous Curator.
Karen’s paintings are devoted to her love of nature and a concern for our fragile, yet miraculously resilient environment. Currently immersed in a new body of work responding to the dramatic rock formations and breathtaking landscapes of Ireland, she is off on a new adventure, conjuring those memories, responses, and internalized moments onto the canvas with a fresh palette and bold compositions. Karen’s paintings are held in several private and public collections, including the Massachusetts State House, South Shore Hospital, and Fidelity Investments. She recently completed a large commission for a commercial property at 33 Harrison Avenue, Boston.
Exhibition on Arts, running through July 2 – August 2, 2026; come visit in person. Galatea Fine Art Artscope Magazine

Elizabeth Castonguay 'Ferruginous Hawk, Endangered' in 'Playing with Fire ’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and re...
07/18/2026

Elizabeth Castonguay 'Ferruginous Hawk, Endangered' in 'Playing with Fire ’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator behind The Jealous Curator. Artscope Magazine
A lifetime observing, researching, and making artwork about her passions: human diversity and the preservation of nature. Over the past fifteen years, the number of endangered species has risen from 40,000 to over one million. The artist’s paintings often depict humanity in monochrome, with endangered species in full color. Every species is critically important to the fine balance of nature, though many cultures have an anthropocentric philosophy. Castonguay’s paintings are often divided into sections because all living beings are complex and sentient, as scientists continue to discover. Colorful grids represent DNA images common to all life forms.

In the artwork, endangered Mother Nature and Mother Earth are frequently used as metaphors for women who find themselves in dangerous situations. Also, millions of women globally are unable to pursue an education. The artist asks how many diseases could have been cured and how much great art could have been created if women had been permitted to follow their talents across generations in science, medicine, and art. How many great philosophers or world leaders were not permitted to develop? Today we are witnessing millions of women around the world losing their autonomy, and many books by women authors have been banned.

Castonguay has tried for a lifetime to break down barriers between groups of people while also shining a light on what is happening in the natural world. Her paintings are in dozens of collections of people both conservative and liberal from coast to coast.

Art can help people to see through another’s eyes. I hope the viewer will internalize, reflect on, and see the world we have created. Within the work, there is a sense of urgency, but also an element of hope, as we can all engage in the stewardship of Mother Nature while respecting others of our own species. – Elizabeth Myers Castonguay
Exhibition on Arts, running through July 2 – August 2, 2026; come visit in person.

Janice Charles 'Garden Ablaze' in 'Playing with Fire ’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator behind...
07/18/2026

Janice Charles 'Garden Ablaze' in 'Playing with Fire ’, juried by Danielle Krysa, the writer and renowned curator behind The Jealous Curator. Artscope Magazine
The Artist & Gallerist: Jan Charles (Janice Carragher Charles) is a painter and printmaker. She co-owns Charles Fine Arts in Gloucester, Massachusetts, and creates works focused on the Cape Ann area. More: https://charlesfinearts.com/artist/janice-carragher-charles
Exhibition on Arts, running through July 2 – August 2, 2026; come visit in person.

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