The Marblehead Arts Association (MAA) launched its fourth annual 'Variations' national art exhibition, drawing over 400 attendees. The show features 190 selected works from nearly 800 submissions across fine art, photography, and 3D categories, judged by artists Christina Grace Mastrangelo, Lou Jones, and Simon Kogan. Prizes were awarded in each category, and curator Paul McMahan arranged the galleries thematically to emphasize the exhibition's focus on diverse interpretations.
The event highlights the vitality of a regional arts organization in fostering both local and national artistic talent. It serves as a significant platform for artists like Marblehead High School senior Greyson Collins and Lynn artist Ellery Sanchez, while also demonstrating the MAA's growing reach and its role in curating a high-caliber, juried show that reflects the shifting tastes of different annual jurors.