Gallery 103
Alongside our ongoing writing offerings, we feature Gallery 103, a creative space showcasing a rotating selection of thought-provoking and beautiful artwork. Our aim is to inspire WCLC writers and community visitors alike, by offering artwork that tells compelling stories and invites new ways of thinking through creative expression.
To hear about our upcoming exhibitions, submit your artwork, or join one of our opening receptions, email us at info@writersclc.com.
Gallery Viewing Hours
Our gallery is staffed by volunteer artists and public viewing hours vary throughout each exhibition.
Additional gallery hours will be added here throughout the exhibition and posted to our social channels.
To schedule a visit, please email us at info@writersclc.com. Current public viewing hours are posted here and on our Facebook page as they become available.
November 20, 2026 – January 31, 2027
Invitation to Explore Memoir
Launch Party: November 20, 2026, 5:30-8:30pm
Location: Gallery 103 at 2 Haven Street, Suite 103, Reading, MA 01867
Featuring: 10 women writers and visual artists | 64 original works
For the first time, Gallery 103 brings writers and visual artists together for a creative experiment, exploring how memories, moments, and experiences can be interpreted in different ways through words and images.
The exhibit features 64 original works developed through four creative prompts:
- Narrative Memory: Writers tell personal stories; artists respond with artwork.
- Sensory Memory: Both respond independently to sensory cues, including the smell of popcorn, the color orange, and the taste of snow.
- Creative Boundaries: Artists create within set limitations; writers respond to their finished work.
- Future Memoir: Both reflect on their lives from the perspective of their future selves.
Visitors are invited to participate in the exploration of memory through interactive prompts and opportunities to connect with the writers and artists.
The exhibit offers a chance to experience the relationship between writing and visual art and the different ways we remember and tell our stories.
Featured Visual Artists
- Sudakshina Bhattacharya
- Claire Forrest
- Martha Heller
- Leah Moffie Bordieri
- Molly Scannell
Featured Writers
- Lindsay Baker
- Laura Hatosy
- Nancy Parsons
- Karin Round
- Claudette Sabbag
July 25 – September, 2026
Dog Days of Summer
This exhibit is a celebration of dogs through art – through the work of 20 Massachusetts artists, it captures the joy, humor, loyalty, and companionship of dogs . Featuring painting, photography, illustration, printmaking, collage, comics, mixed media, and sculpture, the exhibition showcases the many ways artists capture the personalities and relationships that make dogs such beloved companions.
The exhibition opened on Saturday, July 25, with approximately 75-100 visitors enjoying an afternoon of art, conversation, and community. The opening featured artist meet-and-greets, children’s art activities, and two artwork sales. Visitors also learned about the work of Gal’s Best Pal Rescue, while Everything But The Dog generously donated dog goodie bags for our four-legged friends.
Exhibiting Artists
- Deborah Nash Angelosanto
- Richard Baker
- Leah Bordieri
- David Bricklin-Small
- Sue Collins
- Sheila Falco
- Sheila Foley
- KC Green
- Kata Hull
- Donna Kelliher
- Fred Levy
- Lee Lewalski
- Dave Mayo
- Karen Moss
- Mark Mulligan
- Barbara O’Brien
- Kathryn Price
- Joanna Rohrbaugh
- Karin Samatis
- Joan Smith
PAST EXHIBITIONS
April 11 – June 19, 2026
I3C Earth Day #57 – What does this mean to you?
On May 1, Gallery 103 welcomed artists, families, and community members for the launch of Earth Day #57: What Does This Mean to You?, an exhibition exploring our relationship with the planet through contemporary art.
Featuring nine artists, the exhibition presents diverse perspectives on environmental urgency, resilience, and hope through recycled materials, found objects, earthy palettes, and rich textures. Guests had the opportunity to meet the artists, hear them speak about their approach, and inspiration and enjoy drinks and light bites throughout the evening.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this inspiring celebration of creativity, conversation, and connection. We look forward to welcoming more visitors during gallery hours. To schedule a visit, email us at info@writersclc.com.
Curated by: William Turville
i3C Artists: Adriana G. Prat, Anna Pancoast, Jeffrey Nowlin, Lisa Barthelson, Luna Sconty, William Turville, Yulia Shtern
i3C Guests: Jenn Wood, Phyllis Ewen
Color!
February 13 – March 21, 2026
From bold bursts to subtle shades, our winter exhibition launch was a vibrant celebration of creativity and connection. On February 13, guests gathered to experience Color!, exploring how hue, tone, and contrast shape the way we see and tell stories.
Featuring 19 artists, the exhibition highlights color as a powerful storytelling tool—sparking emotion, memory, and connection. Visitors met the artists, enjoyed drinks and light bites, and kids explored hands-on art activities.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to make the launch such a memorable evening. We look forward to welcoming more visitors during our gallery visiting hours. If you wish to schedule a visit, email us at info@writersclc.com
The Art of Appetite
July 25 – October 25, 2025
From donuts to deep reflections – our summer art opening was a feast for the senses. Over 70 guests explored The Art of Appetite, showcasing how food inspires art, memory, and meaning. Guests encountered works by 14 artists, from whimsical and surreal imaginings to deeply personal reflections on nourishment, offering cultural commentary, still lifes, and delightfully offbeat interpretations of food as story, symbol, and shared experience.
Guests enjoyed snacks, drinks, and a donut-themed art room—complete with real donuts! Kids’ drawing activities engaged and inspired younger visitors.
Visitors laughed at Richard Baker’s witty “Food Comics,” while others were captivated by Raquel Fornasaro’s politically resonant painting and William Turville’s bold, idiosyncratic sculptural works. Fay Senner’s striking fruit-and-vegetable aluminum prints, handmade jewelry, and bags were a surprise discovery.
The highlight of the evening was an artist panel featuring four exhibiting artists. The discussion sparked thoughtful conversation about artistic process, meaning, and the role of food in our lives and greater society.
Thanks to everyone who joined us!
Exhibit Art: View the art and read about the artists, here.
Portraits of Our Community
April 11 – July 12, 2025
If you missed our spring exhibition, you can still learn about our Featured Artists, here.
We welcomed a wonderful crowd to the Portraits of Our Community opening reception, where guests of all ages celebrated this powerful collection of community-inspired art. Visitors heard from the artists, explored the gallery, and participated in family-friendly activities, from coloring to a community-themed crossword.
Photos from our April 11th Opening Reception
Exhibit Art: View the art and read about the artists, here.
