Member's Preview: Julia Cumes: Invisible Threads: Portraits and Stories of Our Global Neighbors and Ralph Cahoon: Fashioning A Fantasy World
2026-09-24 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Cahoon Museum, 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. 28), Cotuit, MA, 02635, United States
Join Cahoon Museum Curator, Leeann Ream, for a walkthrough of the museum’s new exhibitions: Julia Cumes: Invisible Threads: Portraits and Stories of Our Global Neighbors and Ralph Cahoon: Fashioning a Fantasy World. Explore how each of these artists uses images to construct narrative and to compose visual elements that shape the stories we perceive through their distinctive artistic voices.
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Fall Open House
2026-10-03 10:00 - 16:00
Join us for a festive day at the museum filled with art, family activities, and special celebrations!
From 10:00 AM–12:00 PM, families are invited to enjoy a hands-on family program with creative activities inspired by our exhibitions—perfect for children and caregivers to explore art together.
From 1:00–3:00 PM, continue the festivities with an opening reception for Julia Cumes: Invisible Threads: Portraits and Stories of Our Global Neighbors and Ralph Cahoon: Fashioning A Fantasy World. Meet participating artists and enjoy light refreshments as we celebrate creativity in our community.
Free admission
Family program: 10AM-12PM
Reception for Julia Cumes: 1-3PM
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Gelliprinting Workshop: Printmaking Without a Press
2026-10-14 13:00 - 16:00
Learn gelli printing, a printmaking process that does not require a press, and explore textures and layers by combining materials to make a finished print. In this introductory workshop, a variety of tools and materials will be supplied. Instructor Christine Martell has been teaching a wide range of gelli printing techniques for more than 30 years. Open to all levels, and materials are provided.
$65 per person/$55 per member
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SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY: Join us on November 4th for a follow-up workshop that delves into more advanced and nuanced techniques—especially image transfers. Learn how to choose the right type of image, fine-tune your paint application, and coordinate timing and paper selection to improve your results. With hands-on guidance and real-time troubleshooting, you’ll gain valuable insight into the subtle techniques that will bring your work to the next level.
These Gelli printing workshops are perfect for those who love to experiment, embrace imperfection, and expand their creative toolkit in a supportive, process-focused environment. Sign up for both sessions to receive a discount—or choose just one that fits your interests.
Both workshops: $120 per person/$100 per member:
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Evening with Julia Cumes
2026-10-22 17:00 - 18:30
Join us for a special evening celebrating exhibiting artists Julia Cumes and Lipe Borges and their work in the exhibition Julia Cumes: Invisible Threads: Portraits and Stories of Our Global Neighbors, beginning with an engaging artist talk followed by a public reception in the galleries. Guests will have the opportunity to hear directly from the artists about their creative process, inspirations, and current work, and to enjoy light refreshments while viewing the exhibition.
$35 per person/$25 per member/free for patron members
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Intentional Images: Photography Workshop
2026-11-07 13:00 - 17:00
Saturday, November 7, AND Sunday, November 8, 1-5 pm
Join exhibiting artists Julia Cumes and Lipe Borges for an immersive, hands-on workshop is designed to help photographers build a strong foundation with their DSLR or mirrorless camera. Whether you’re refining your skills or moving beyond automatic settings, this experience focuses on the core elements that elevate everyday images into compelling visual stories.
Participants will explore the essential principles of composition, learn to use light effectively, and develop an understanding of visual storytelling. Emphasis is placed on photographing with intention—moving beyond simply capturing moments to thoughtfully creating images that communicate mood, meaning, and perspective. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with stronger technical confidence, a sharper creative eye, and practical tools to approach photography with clarity and purpose.
$275 per person/$250 per member
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Afternoon with Julia Cumes and Lipe Borges
2026-11-14 14:00 - 15:00
Join exhibiting artists Julia Cumes and Lipe Borges for an in-depth exploration of their project Invisible Threads: Portraits and Stories of Our Global Neighbors. In this engaging presentation, they will share additional images and stories beyond those featured in the current exhibition, offering deeper insight into the individuals and communities at the heart of the work. Julia and Lipe will also discuss the inspiration behind the project, as well as the challenges, discoveries, and meaningful moments they encountered along the way.
$20 per person/free for members
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