Monumental Beginnings

Cherry Court Studios inspires kids who love to draw. Our students may become great artists, or enjoy careers in the visual arts. And for those who don't choose art-related fields, these creative skills will last a lifetime.
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Marianne Massucci

For most of her 27 years in public education, Marianne C Massucci managed an art department for grades 7-12.  She taught general art, as well as studios in design, drawing, painting, ceramics, metals, and fabrics.

Her students entered the Western Pennsylvania Scholastic Art Awards Competition annually, winning Hallmark (best of show), Outstanding Senior Portfolio, Best of Category, and lots of gold keys.  Her special-needs students received top awards in ARC-Allegheny’s annual competitions.

She is a proponent of after-school programs.  She routinely sponsored Art Club, Art Enrichment and National Art Honor Society.

"Compassion" by Marianne MassucciMarianne is a practicing artist who has exhibited paintings in juried shows nationally. Her acrylic series explores cultural ideals.  The painting (left) called “Compassion” tells the story of the Good Samaritan. Click here to see more of her paintings.

She is a professional graphic designer and scenic artist. She spent the past two years developing the Art Challenge Program for middle school students. She received her teaching degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and did graduate work at Pennsylvania State University. She also holds degrees from Duquesne University and the University of Pittsburgh.

LEFT: Marianne Massucci's acrylic painting "Compassion" tells the story of the Good Samaritan.

 

NewsFlash

Sign up now for summer art classes, the only art classes designed especially for middle school.  Sixth-grade workshops begin July 12 and July 19.  Sixth-graders are invited to try out A ONE-DAY FREE WORKSHOP! 

Class Schedule

Mon., July 12
First sixth-grade workshop begins.
Mon., July 19
Second sixth-grade workshop begins.
Sat., August 14
Last day of Summer classes.
August
Studio remains open for make up classes.

Contact Us

Cherry Court Studios
Shoppes at Northway
Suite 203, Mezzanine
Pittsburgh, Pa. 15237
(412) 334-2567
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