Try your hand at fluid painting! Fluid painting involves layering acrylic paints of different densities and incorporating certain additives which can result in gorgeous combinations of paint, cells, and lacing...or … Continue reading
Participants learn how to design and construct a heart shaped project created with hand dyed silk from Uzbekistan and Australian fine merino wool. This technique, called Nuno felting, can also … Continue reading
In this workshop participants will learn the art of wire wrapping a piece of sea glass to wear as a pendant. Everyone will choose a piece of sea glass from … Continue reading
Learn how to successfully paint a cardinal in its natural setting in watercolor. Instructor demonstrates each stage of the painting process and gives plenty of individual attention. Many exciting watercolor … Continue reading
Combining the lilting melodies of Irish folk and the soulful music of the African American community in the 1800s, Jeff Blaney, a Connecticut native, has conjured up a new vision of America from two very different immigrant experiences. Travel with Sean and Chloe as they cross this great, new land in search of a home.
Does your child love to draw? In a two-part series, local author and illustrator Mary Jo Helchowski will help children create their very own children's book. In Session 1, children will learn about what makes an illustration successful, and use what they learn to create their own illustrations. In Session 2, children will learn the steps in the illustration process and see their illustrations from Session 1 come together in a book. Every child will leave with a copy of their own creation to take home.
Create original art with paper quilling that you may frame or apply to greeting cards, gift bags and boxes. It is an art form that employs strips of paper that … Continue reading
Musical Morning, an event in collaboration with Community Music School, held in-person at the Essex Library on May 14 at 10:30 AM. See and hear some instruments in real life! No registration required.
What divides us and what do we share? A love of gardening, maybe? It is said that fences make for good neighbors but in this case, it just makes things worse. Frank Butley’s symmetrical rows of pruned shrubs or Tania Del Valle’s unruly, organic native garden? Which will win when gardens and cultures clash, turning friendly neighbors into feuding enemies in this hilarious new comedy of good intentions and bad manners.
Discover new and original artwork at Spectrum Art Gallery in its newest exhibit, Clouds, Winds & Breezes, May 20 through Sunday, July 10. Artists from throughout Connecticut, the Tri-State Area, and New England present artwork that features one or more of these weather elements and how their behavior can affect the environment.
Learn the time-honored expressive process of painting on silk using the Serti (French for “fence” or “enclosing”) method, the traditional French approach to controlling the flow of water-based dye on … Continue reading
Learn the time-honored expressive process of painting on silk using the Serti (French for “fence” or “enclosing”) method, the traditional French approach to controlling the flow of water-based dye on … Continue reading
Create a one of a kind sea glass art piece using sea glass from the Connecticut Shore. In this workshop you will be inspired with many ideas whether you want … Continue reading
Learn the time-honored expressive process of painting on silk using the Serti (French for “fence” or “enclosing”) method, the traditional French approach to controlling the flow of water-based dye on … Continue reading
Learn the steps taken in watercolor to paint a butterfly on a flower by using its design elements to tie it with its natural habitat. Different paint applications, such as … Continue reading
Learn the time-honored expressive process of painting on silk using the Serti (French for “fence” or “enclosing”) method, the traditional French approach to controlling the flow of water-based dye on … Continue reading
Arts Center Killingworth and Spectrum Gallery announce the 2022 Essex Town Green Outdoor Summer Arts Festival. There will be visual artists working in oil, acrylic, watercolor, photography, pencil and charcoal, paper, … Continue reading
The focus of this workshop is making cards and other larger pieces suitable for framing and gift giving. In this workshop learn to preserve your lovely Spring and Summer blooms … Continue reading
Try your hand at wire wrapping a pendant. Copper wire and tools provided for the workshop. You choose the stone from the selection of Labradorite available. This is a simple … Continue reading
This Grammy® Award-winning and Tony Award®-nominated smash, made history as Broadway’s longest-running musical revue. Featuring 40 of the greatest songs of the past century, including show-stopping classics from Elvis Presley, Ben E. King, The Coasters, and The Drifters.
Spectrum Art Gallery’s newest show opens on Friday July 22 with an evening reception from 6:30 – 9 pm, come and enjoy wine and finger foods while meeting the artists. … Continue reading
Come celebrate with us! Connecticut River Artisans Co-op is proud to salute our member artists with an Artist of the Month reception beginning on August 7, 2022 from 1:00 to … Continue reading
The Man in Black is Back! From the songbook of Johnny Cash comes this unique musical about love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and redemption, and the healing power of home and family. More than two dozen classic hits—including “I Walk The Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” and the title tune—performed by a multi-talented cast, paint a musical portrait that is a foot-stompin’, crowd-pleasin’ salute to a unique musical legend!
Here's a scene: a family gathers around the dinner table, together for the first time in a long time. Someone starts to tell a family story. But then, as always, … Continue reading
Here's a scene: a family gathers around the dinner table, together for the first time in a long time. Someone starts to tell a family story. But then, as always, … Continue reading
Summer may be slowly coming to an end, but the stunning beauty of the fall season is upon us. Celebrate those colorful scenes of the season with both outside and … Continue reading
Develop confidence with better techniques of drawing, composition and color theory. Work from reference photos (yours or supplied) of primarily landscape or still life images. Painting demonstrations and instructor painting … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, passionately pursues the elusive Daisy Buchanan. Nick Carraway, a young newcomer to Long Island, is drawn into their world of obsession, greed and danger. A beautifully crafted interpretation of the 1925 novel which defined the Jazz Age, Simon Levy’s play captures the breathtaking glamor and decadent excess of the 1920s.
Here's a scene: a family gathers around the dinner table, together for the first time in a long time. Someone starts to tell a family story. But then, as always, … Continue reading
Develop confidence with better techniques of drawing, composition and color theory. Work from reference photos (yours or supplied) of primarily landscape or still life images. Painting demonstrations and instructor painting … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
Develop confidence with better techniques of drawing, composition and color theory. Work from reference photos (yours or supplied) of primarily landscape or still life images. Painting demonstrations and instructor painting … Continue reading
ry your hand at fluid painting! Fluid painting involves layering acrylic paints of different densities and incorporating certain additives which can result in gorgeous combinations of paint, cells, and lacing...or … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
Develop confidence with better techniques of drawing, composition and color theory. Work from reference photos (yours or supplied) of primarily landscape or still life images. Painting demonstrations and instructor painting … Continue reading
Experience the liberating feeling as you apply the versatile medium of oil sticks to paper or any surface! Oil sticks are made of pure pigment, wax, linseed or safflower oil, … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
Develop confidence with better techniques of drawing, composition and color theory. Work from reference photos (yours or supplied) of primarily landscape or still life images. Painting demonstrations and instructor painting … Continue reading
Now that we are into the full swing of Fall, why not bring some of that beauty indoors and learn how to create your own unique seasonal, floral design. In … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
Wire is a wonderful material to use for creating unique jewelry pieces. In this fun 3 hour class learn the basic techniques used to crochet with wire. After you’ve had … Continue reading
This Fall learn about Gustav Klimt’s unique approach to layering visual beauty in his artwork. We will view images to get a full appreciation of his integration of the decorative … Continue reading
hanksgiving will be here before you know it and what better way to start the season, than by creating your own stunning floral centerpiece. In this workshop, Mary Dutko, a professional … Continue reading
The Wonderettes are back! This seasonal celebration finds the girls entertaining at the annual Harper’s Hardware Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing, the girls use their talent and ingenuity to save the holiday party! Featuring ’60s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” and “Winter Wonderland,” the result is, of course, marvelous! This energetic and glittering holiday package is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages.
