Especially in difficult times, art elevates us. We have dived into the history of art and enjoyed the camaraderie of shared artmaking, even if virtual. Our students have poured over their compositions, colors, lines and shapes as if they are the most important thing in the world; and in that moment, they are.

The work presented here was inspired in an online learning environment. It is a joy to co-teach with Alana Barrett, and we are grateful to Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill and the Provincetown Art Association and Museum for offering our courses.

Berta Walker curated a beautiful exhibit and it is an honor that her renowned gallery is presenting this show. If there is one mission for our school within schools, it is to search fearlessly for your original voice. This exhibit shows the result of such a brave undertaking.

-Laura Shabott

Over the last 16 months, Laura Shabott and I have poured our hearts into developing engaging coursework, thoughtful critique spaces, and a welcoming community for our students. As a result, our students have flourished in their art making practices, as evidenced by the work you will see below in this virtual show.

I am constantly impressed with the passion and vigor in which our students approach their assignments. Their commitment to their work and openness to new ideas, techniques, and technology inspire me everyday in my own creative process.

I am so grateful to Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill and the Provincetown Art Association and Museum for hosting our courses, to Berta Walker Gallery for presenting this show, and to Laura Shabott - for being my fearless co-teacher, mentor and friend, without whom this show wouldn’t be possible.

-Alana Barrett