About the Co|So Circle
Founded in 2005 by young professionals who were interested in learning more about fine arts, the Circle is dedicated to increasing opportunities for seasoned and aspiring art enthusiasts to meet artists, view exceptional works, and acquire a comfort with (and basic understanding of) fine art. For many young professionals, the world of fine arts has been intimidating, or even unapproachable, and the goal of understanding, assessing, and collecting fine art has been elusive. Yet, many of these individuals are intrigued by the art world and want to learn more.
Circle Membership
Circle Membership benefits include:
- 10% off all purchases at the Copley Society of art
- 15% off all purchases at any Best Cellars location
- Free admission to the events listed below, which typically include cuisine from Bouchee and Wasik’s Cheese Shop, wine from Best Cellars, beautiful original art and great company!
Circle 2007-08 Calendar of Events
* Please note that all dates are subject to rescheduling. Visit this page regularly for updates.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
3rd Annual Art Tasting
An exclusive viewing of the Copley Society of art’s annual Small Works show, with “small” as a proxy for affordable! 150 small works fill the gallery. Works typically range in price from $100-$600.
Saturday February 2, 2008
Afternoon at 450 Harrison Avenue
Spend a winter afternoon warming up to the artists and galleries at the heart of Boston’s SOWA Art District. Meet artists, talk with gallery owners, meander through studios, and learn more about the eclectic mix of people behind Boston’s artist community.
March 13, 2008
Wine Tasting with Best Cellars
Circle sponsor, Best Cellars, has offered to host Circle members for an evening of wine tasting and instruction. Join Circle members to learn why “great wine” doesn’t have to be synonymous with “expensive.”
April 3, 2008
Fidelity isn’t just a money manager?
Join the Circle for a private tour through Fidelity’s world-renowned art collection in their corporate, downtown offices. Meet the collection’s curator, and learn why corporate spaces hold some of the best collections in the world.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
So you think you can paint? Or you want to learn how?
Copley artist Ellen Rolli will spend an evening with Circle members teaching the principles of oil painting. You’ll take home your creation. Join us to discover your inner Picasso!
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Circle Night at Fresh Paint
“Plein air” isn’t just hard to say, it’s a style of painting that results in some of the freshest, most exciting pieces to grace the gallery’s walls all year! Fresh Paint is a week-long show that begins with more than 80 artists taking to the streets of Boston and within hours, pictorially capturing “their” Boston. The pieces return to the gallery, are framed and hung—many still wet—for the week-long show.
2007-08 Circle Board of Advisors
Danielle Boudreau, President
Matt Goulding, Vice President
Jen Akins, Secretary
Jeff Turkanis, Treasurer
Jake Grossman, Membership
Chantelle Conti
Hilary Dolan
Kate Golden
Sarah Gutelius
Caryn Lazaroff
Jamie McDonald
Paul Miller
Craig Nicholson
Jenn Parker
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Best Cellars Wine, Bouchee Brasserie, Sir Speedy Printers and Wasik's Cheese Shop of Wellesley
