Join us in celebrating the power of art to enrich our lives. Explore our diverse range of exhibitions, events, and educational programs. We are a non profit that continues due to donations from you!
We welcome you to take a class with us! Members receive discounts on all classes.
We invite children of all ages to come and take art and craft classes with us! Members receive discounts on all children's classes.
Join the Danvers Art Association! Our members are artists of all mediums. We love supporting our artists. We have a variety of classes, workshops and art shows for all ages. Join today!
The Danvers Art welcomes all artists working in any medium.We enjoy all our artist designs from jewelry makers, to photographers and mixed media designers we are happy to support your art. See our artist below:
Ryan Campbell
Sheila Jones
Keep your eye out for a fabulous, new sculpture coming to the Danvers Art!
Are you a Sculptor or want to be one? Join us we have shows, artists, events and so much more to support your artistic journey no matter where you are at!
Welcome to The Danvers Art!
President - John Archer
Vice President - Jeff Surette danversartclass@gmail.com
Office Manager - Nancy Richards nanjimmar@verizon.net
Marketing Director - Brandy Brouillette
thedanversartassociation@gmail.com
(above art by DAA artist Shelia Billings)
Sunday, September 28th, 2025
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Danvers Art Association
105 Elliott Street, Danvers, MA
WHAT TO BRING:
Clean, gently used clothing – adult clothing only. Must be clean, stain-free and in good
condition (no rips, missing buttons or broken zippers)
Books and puzzles must also be gently used, no ripped pages, no missing puzzle pieces
HOW IT WORKS:
➤ Come as early as 10:30am to drop off items – no more than 7 items of clothing, no more than 5 books / puzzles
➤ Browse and swap from 11:00–3:00 PM
➤ Leave with "new to you" finds, take as much as you want!
➤ Don’t have anything to swap but want to come to “shop”? No Problem! You are welcome to come “shop”
➤ Open to everyone. Grad your friends and family for a fun and sustainable afternoon
Leftovers will be donated to Second Glance in Gloucester
WHY SWAP?
Sustainable fashion
Budget-friendly
Fun with fellow Rotarians, friends and neighbors!
➢ $10 Admission fee
➢ Food / drinks available for purchase
➢ Enter the raffle for some fabulous prizes (do not need to be present to win)
These mosaic Goddess totems are so fun! Using a vibrant assortment of cut porcelain and ceramics, you will create your 9 inch mosaic and watch all of the colors and patterns and shapes come together. You can select from a variety of adornments and choose a special headdress. If you have a favorite plate that has cracked or an heirloom not being used, you can bring it to incorporate into your artwork. These mosaics make a wonderful gift for someone else or yourself! Being creative is a great way to express self-love.
Cost $125
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st
11 am to 4 pm
Danvers Art Association
105 Elliot St, Danvers 01923
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The annual Mass Eco Fest aims to be a celebratory day dedicated to honoring our Earth, all while highlighting local makers, vendors, and individuals leading the charge against plastic pollution in Massachusetts.
Hosted by Unpacked Living, Inc.
Our main goal is to create a family-friendly environment
free of plastic!
Attendees are encouraged to bring their own reusable bags, containers, and water bottles to participate in a day where plastic takes a back seat.
Our vendors and food trucks are hand-picked to only include those who champion sustainability through practices such as pre-cycling, using natural materials, and upcycling existing resources.
Mass Eco Fest will feature an array of activities including live music, family-friendly entertainment.
Our food trucks will cater to those who bring reusable containers, but will offer compostable to-go options!
Email massecofest@gmail.com for more information on this upcoming event and more
Join one of our art classes and learn from experienced artists. We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, from painting and drawing to sculpture and ceramics. Adult art classes offer a fantastic way to unleash your creativity, learn new skills, and connect with like-minded individuals. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, there's a class out there for you.
We will once again hold the fabulous art and craft event - Arts A Glow at The Danvers Art! Email us at
artsaglow@gmail.com for more information!
Botanical Study – Purple Heart
9”x 12”, Colored pencil on paper
01/13
Laura Guadagno
Artist Statement
Background and Education
In the early 1970s, my parents established an art school and gallery in Danvers, Massachusetts. Our family life was centered around a community of artists and a revolving schedule of weekend workshops, 10-week programs and always upcoming exhibits. Despite this early immersion in the arts, I opted to pursue an education in economics, public administration, and the law, following which I began a career in public finance.
A passion for the arts remained a growing and increasingly important part of my life, however, leading me to first gradually, and then much more proactively enroll in art classes whenever and wherever I could. I would go on to spend nearly 10 years in the continuing education program at Massachusetts College of Art, completing a variety of coursework in art history, drawing, painting, design, fashion, and bookbinding. Some years later, in tandem with a difficult time in my life, I developed an equally demanding passion for landscape gardening, completing the Massachusetts Master Gardener program in 2012, and delving into more courses with a new focus on botanical drawing.
Creative Process
Drawing for me is most akin to a journalling process rather than a series of finite conclusions. My personal artistic journey began with very small colored pencil drawings, incorporating geometric shapes overlayered in oil and chalk pastel. I often begin a drawing inspired by an impression and/or feeling, analogous to a poem, but from there it unfolds by more of an intuitive layering process. My medium of choice is colored pencil and pastel, but I often incorporate acrylic and/or watercolor paint, and more recently, recycled materials. I may start with a geometric under-drawing and finish with an abstract color composition, or begin with a geometric framework and allow the color composition to evolve without a predetermined plan. In that way, a completed drawing may differ significantly from my intent at its beginning. Alternatively, I enjoy botanical drawing in pencil, primarily graphite.
We rent our building for events, workshops,functions, parties, weddings, meetings, classes (one-time or ongoing), concerts, dances, poetry or literary readings and more.
Contact Jeff at danversartclass@gmail.com
We have events throughout the year. Check out our gallery!
The Danvers Art Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Our purpose is to promote professional growth of artists both in the creation of art and the business practices that are essential to marketing and sharing their art. The DAA welcomes all people who like to explore the arts and celebrates the diversity of the arts.
The mission of Danvers Art Association is to bring together like minded artists of all ages to foster an appreciation for all forms of art. Learn more and join below.
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