Artist Louis Staffieri, 23, drew his inspiration from growing up in Everett to open an art gallery at Art Lab Everett on Sunday. Staffieri is currently a student at Montserrat College of Art in Beverly. He is showing work from his series of “Houses and Playscapes” and “Experiments in Color.” His work will be featured in January at 132 Bucknam St.
The lab shows the artwork of local artists, hosts monthly open houses and offer workshops, classes, shared (open studio) time, and – soon – a monthly conversation about art. The Art Lab also goes to locations when asked under the name A.L.E. on the Road and is funded by the Everett Citizens Foundation, the Everett Cultural Council and the Mass Cultural Council as well as private donations.
For more information, visit ArtLabEverett.com.
Art Lab Founder/Director Martha Chason-Sokol (at right) and local artist Louis Staffieri admired the artwork on the Bucknam Street window.This painting, which is untitled and one of his favorites, was a gift that he made for his sister, Leandra.Shown from left to right: uncle Ernie Penachio, aunt Elaine Penachio, artist Louis Staffieri and cousin Ernest Penachio said they’re proud of the work that Staffieri does and hope that he’s successful.Louis Staffieri’s cousins Brandon and Alicia Kimball enjoyed the event.Guest Joanna Garren said she likes the color combination of greens and reds, adding that she finds the suggestion of a shape satisfying.Parents Toni and Louis Staffieri Sr. take in their son’s work.Everett High School students Layla Betancur-Cardona and Aphrodite Allen drew oil pastels.Everett resident Sioux Gerow and Malden resident Gurleen Anand (at right) said Gerow also paints with heavy black lines.Parents Toni and Louis Staffieri Sr. said their son’s art is unique and cartoonish but stands out. He played Division II ice hockey at Weber State University in Utah.Artist Louis Staffieri, 23, of Everett, and Art Lab Everett Founder/Director Martha Chason-Sokol are shown with his favorite piece. He is a painting major.Louis Staffieri (at left) is shown with his grandmother Nina Gucciardi, cousin Luke Marino, aunt Josie Marino and uncle Rich Marino – they said Staffieri is talented, creative and thinks outside-of-the-box.Shown from left to right: Louis Staffieri’s cousin Brandon Kimball, who draws his inspiration from him, artist Louis Staffieri, cousin Alicia Kimball and uncle Stephen Staffieri said the gallery is colorful and creative.Guests Eva Gonzales and Susan Gonzales said they like how the colors pop out in this painting.This piece, which is titled “City Plan,” resembles a big city street plan, like in New York.Artist Louis Staffieri looked at his artwork at Art Lab Everett on Sunday. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino)
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