Kaji Aso
Founder
Fine Arts & Japanese Culture
Classes, Exhibits & Special Events
In-Person & Virtual Opportunities
"A Spot of Beauty" Group Exhibition
ONLINE Program:
Art • Music • Poetry
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This event is free and open to the public.
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KAJI ASO STUDIO- 2026 Winter Class Offerings
Offering in-person, online and mixed modality classes.Please see the selection of calligraphy, watercolor, sketching, ceramics, poetry, haiku, and piano below.
We hope to see you soon.
Contact: administrator@kajiasostudio.com for more information and to register.
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IN-PERSON
Japanese Calligraphy: Michiko Imai
March 2026 Session::
4 Wednesdays 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
March 4th through March 25th
Tuition: $120
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Michiko Imai will talk about the origin of characters and their meaning. She will demonstrate and go over the fundamentals of calligraphy. Students will learn about Japanese culture and manners when Michiko inserts her thoughts and humor.
Contact: administrator@kajiasostudio.com
for more information and to register.
Michiko Imai
sleeping in--
shining in sparrow song,
the February sun
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- John Ziemba
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IN-PERSON
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Watercolor, Sketching and more:
based on the teachings of KAJI ASO:
Instructor: Kate Finnegan
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9 Tuesdays 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
January 13th through March 10th
Tuition: $250; senior/student $235
Contact: administrator@kajiasostudio.com
for more information and to register.
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Watercolor class description: We will be focusing on teachings of Kaji Aso including the "dot project" exercises and ideas of "center" in painting. And we will study layering of colors through still life. and sky studies. Students will also have the opportunity to work on their own subject matter including landscapes and imagination. Various media, including colored pencil and gouache, are welcome. Sketching and drawing are encouraged as a base of study for artistic vision.
Quote from Kaji Aso: "After a general introduction to the pure and transparent characteristics of watercolor as well as the layering of colors, we will begin to seek the true essence of nature, such as sunlight, cold moon and the smell of mud."
watercolor by Kate Finnegan
drawing by Gary Tucker
ONLINE
Boston Haiku Society Monthly Meeting
The Third Saturday of each month
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Leader: John Ziemba
Meetings held via Zoom.
Suggested Donation $4 for per meeting. Contact: administrator@kajiasostudio.com
to register.
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Description: This group meets monthly to discuss and share haiku poems. The group welcomes anyone interested in writing Haiku. Session meet on zoom.
The Boston Haiku Society’s long-term members are active locally and internationally, and their publication “Biting the Sun” is now in bookstores. Founders: Kaji Aso. John Ziemba, Raffael DeGruttola, David Schuster, Lawrence Rungren and Glen Gustafson.
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ONLINE
DRAWING - Heads and Hands - Musicians
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Instructor: Gary Tucker
Class meets via Zoom
Tuesday Evening 7-9:30 pm
6 week class
January 27th through March 10th
(no class February 17th)
Tuition: $250​
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We look at how the artist uses Tonal Values
or Lights and Darks, to bring clarity to each drawing
Drawing is the most accessible form of visual art; it is both gratifying and challenging. In this class, we will develop and hone drawing skills in the media of charcoal. There will be demonstrations by the instructor, followed by questions and answers and then a look at homework. Each session is recorded and that recording is made viewable to students after class. During the week students will submit their drawings and Gary will review them on-line and in class
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Contact: administrator@kajiasostudio.com
for more information
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HYBRID- offering IN-PERSON and ONLINE
Watercolor and more:
based on the teachings of KAJI ASO:
Instructors: Kate Finnegan and Katie Sloss
Wednesday Evenings:
Session I: 6:30 pm - 8:30 p.m. via Zoom
Session II: 7:00 p.m.– 9:00 pm in-person
* Note: in-person class limit: 6
9 Wednesdays -
January 7th through March 4th
Tuition: $250; senior/student $235
Overlapping sessions allow time to share works with a larger group.
Contact: administrator@kajiasostudio.com
for more information and to register.
Watercolor class description: We will be focusing on teachings of Kaji Aso including the "dot project" exercises and ideas of "center" in painting. And we will study layering of colors through still life. and sky studies. Students will also have the opportunity to work on their own subject matter including landscapes and imagination. Various media, including colored pencil and gouache, are welcome. Sketching and drawing are encouraged as a base of study for artistic vision.
Quote from Kaji Aso: "After a general introduction to the pure and transparent characteristics of watercolor as well as the layering of colors, we will begin to seek the true essence of nature, such as sunlight, cold moon and the smell of mud."
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Ceramics: Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Tsuya Chinn
(this class is FULL)
8 Wednesdays 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Dec 3rd through Feb 4th
(no class Dec 24th and Dec31st)
Tuition: $365 (includes firing and materials fee)
Description:
Students go through a series of foundational projects with the instructor. (Note: Intermediate projects requires completion of the beginner classes.)
Clay is an ancient as well as contemporary, medium that is a source of continued development. Pottery and sculptural forms are investigated through hand-building and throwing techniques. We work in stoneware and medium firing ranges. Demonstrations in building techniques and glazing. Instruction is ongoing.
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Please note: we are not a production ceramic facility. Space is limited. These classes are part of Kaji Aso Studio, and the art approach is in line with that artistic discovery.
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To register please contact:
Michael Biales
watercolor by Katherine Sloss
watercolor by Kate Finnegan
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Poetry Workshop (by email)
Instructor: Michael Biales
8 Mondays -
January 5th through March 9th
(no classes Jan.19th; Feb.16th)
Workshops are conducted through email.
Tuition: $40; or pack of 4 for $20
Contact: administrator@kajiasostudio.com
for more information and to register.
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Description: Each Monday participants are sent a theme subject (often seasonal) with seven random words. The poets create poems that include all seven random words and send them the instructor to receive feedback. All participants’ poems are then sent to the whole group the following week. Emphasis will be on the development of the individual's imagination and their ability to create poetry with a consistent and unified concept.
ceramic by Tsuya Chinn
Linda Papatopoli
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OPTION: IN-PERSON OR ONLINE
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Private Piano Lessons
Linda Papatopoli
Set of four consecutive 1-hour private classes. $300
Before registering for this class, please schedule time to meet with the instructor.
Contact administrator@kajiasostudio.com
Description: Long-time accompanist to Mr. Aso, Linda Papatopoli welcomes the advanced or aspiring student in a series of piano lessons to fit your needs, in person at the studio or online. In the spirit of Mr. Aso's teachings, she believes that everyone benefits by creating art and developing their innate musical abilities. Develop or enhance the core basics of technique and musical understanding in this series of lessons.
Linda Papatopoli accompanied Mr. Aso to Japan to perform at the Tokyo Opera House and to Italy to perform in Padua and Venice. She treasures her association with the studio, a place where Mr. Aso's vision of art in all its forms are fostered and shared with the community. Ms. Papatopoli teaches piano at Boston College and is director of the performing arts troupe "The Boston Arts Consort."
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HYBRID- offering IN-PERSON and ONLINE
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Watercolor, Sketching and more:
based on the teachings of KAJI ASO:
Instructor: Kate Finnegan
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8 Mondays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
January 5th through March 9th
(no classes Jan.19th; Feb.16th)
Tuition: $225; senior/student $210
Contact: administrator@kajiasostudio.com
for more information and to register.
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Watercolor class description: We will be focusing on teachings of Kaji Aso including the "dot project" exercises and ideas of "center" in painting. And we will study layering of colors through still life. and sky studies. Students will also have the opportunity to work on their own subject matter including landscapes and imagination. Various media, including colored pencil and gouache, are welcome. Sketching and drawing are encouraged as a base of study for artistic vision.
Quote from Kaji Aso: "After a general introduction to the pure and transparent characteristics of watercolor as well as the layering of colors, we will begin to seek the true essence of nature, such as sunlight, cold moon and the smell of mud."