Please join us at 6 pm on Friday, May 22nd, for the EAA Spring Juried Show juried by NC Whitcher, along with Jill Abele Butcher’s solo show in the Gantner Gallery. Award presentation at 7 pm. We are located on 10 North Main Street in Essex, CT. Gallery hours are Wednesdays thru Sundays from 1 to 5 pm starting April 17th. Admission is free!
Explore the power, beauty, and intensity of the natural world with Spectrum Art Gallery’s Forces of Nature, a show examining nature’s strength in all its forms. Climate change has made the forces of nature feel more urgent, visible, and dangerous, but nature has always carried immense power, from destructive storms and turbulent landscapes to the steady, predictable rhythms that shape life on earth. Artists in the exhibition interpret this theme broadly, capturing subjects such as storms, wind, water, fire, changing seasons, geological movement, and other expressions of nature’s beauty, drama, and strength. Together, the works reflect both the awe-inspiring force of the natural world and the enduring patterns that continue to shape our environment, our landscapes, and our lives. The show’s Opening Reception is Friday, May 22 from 6:30-8:30pm. Visitors are invited to meet participating artists, explore the exhibition, and enjoy wine and refreshments while experiencing the gallery’s newest collection of artwork and fine crafts. The gallery will also host an Open House, Saturday May 23 with refreshments. Forces of Nature runs through Friday, July 3. Spectrum Gallery also offers an Artisans Store filled with pottery, glass, home décor, children’s toys, jewelry, and other handcrafted accessories created by regional artists. […]
Ahoy! And welcome to a nautical themed workshop for the month of June. This crafting workshop highlights techniques using vintage nautical maps. In this workshop participants create three unique nautical themed cards, an upgraded photo frame using map strips and a summer themed glass candle. Most supplies are included in the workshop fee, but a few you will need to bring: scissors, 12” ruler, liquid glue (Elmer’s white, clear or glue stick, pencil or any items you might want to use to personalize your creations.
Remember using colored pencils in school? Now, it’s not just simply coloring in a drawing, it’s about learning the many different ways to use this versatile medium to enhance your work. In this workshop learn tips that can help your creative process move along. Learn to start light and build up to darker shades and how to blend your colors for great effects. You can choose to work in a sketchy style or pursue a more final, burnished look. Other approaches are introduced and demos given by the instructor. Material list available upon registration. All levels are welcome.
Come by to see the work of local artisans as we celebrate our 40th birthday with refreshments!
The days are spent working with professional designers and seamstresses on two projects. The first is sketching, designing and sewing a re-fashion of a pair of jeans into a unique skirt. The second project is learning to read, pin and cut a commercial pattern of your choice. You will then machine sew and finish your garment adding accessories for the end of the week fashion show.Professional hair and makeup stylists help prepare you for your photo shoot and fashion show. No previous sewing or design experience necessary for Fashion Week. Material lists available upon registration. July 20 - July 24, 2026 9 am - 5:30 pm
The days are spent working with professional designers and seamstresses on two projects. The first is sketching, designing and sewing a re-fashion of a pair of jeans into a unique skirt. The second project is learning to read, pin and cut a commercial pattern of your choice. You will then machine sew and finish your garment adding accessories for the end of the week fashion show.Professional hair and makeup stylists help prepare you for your photo shoot and fashion show. No previous sewing or design experience necessary for Fashion Week. Material lists available upon registration. July 20 - July 24, 2026 9 am - 5:30 pm
The days are spent working with professional designers and seamstresses on two projects. The first is sketching, designing and sewing a re-fashion of a pair of jeans into a unique skirt. The second project is learning to read, pin and cut a commercial pattern of your choice. You will then machine sew and finish your garment adding accessories for the end of the week fashion show.Professional hair and makeup stylists help prepare you for your photo shoot and fashion show. No previous sewing or design experience necessary for Fashion Week. Material lists available upon registration. July 20 - July 24, 2026 9 am - 5:30 pm
The days are spent working with professional designers and seamstresses on two projects. The first is sketching, designing and sewing a re-fashion of a pair of jeans into a unique skirt. The second project is learning to read, pin and cut a commercial pattern of your choice. You will then machine sew and finish your garment adding accessories for the end of the week fashion show.Professional hair and makeup stylists help prepare you for your photo shoot and fashion show. No previous sewing or design experience necessary for Fashion Week. Material lists available upon registration. July 20 - July 24, 2026 9 am - 5:30 pm
The days are spent working with professional designers and seamstresses on two projects. The first is sketching, designing and sewing a re-fashion of a pair of jeans into a unique skirt. The second project is learning to read, pin and cut a commercial pattern of your choice. You will then machine sew and finish your garment adding accessories for the end of the week fashion show.Professional hair and makeup stylists help prepare you for your photo shoot and fashion show. No previous sewing or design experience necessary for Fashion Week. Material lists available upon registration. July 20 - July 24, 2026 9 am - 5:30 pm