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SUMMARY:Watercolor with Stephanie Snyder | April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\, 10 am – 12 pm \nApril 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 \n$120\, $100 Members ($90 skip Intro. Day) \n\nThe first day of the month’s session – 4/5/26 – is for anyone who is just starting out or would like additional guidance. Attendance is recommended if you are a first-time student of this class. \n  \nThis beginning watercolor class will be focused on producing finished work. \nMany learn best when following along painting with an artist\, so that is the approach this class will follow. We will produce a finished painting each week with a different subject\, and returning students are welcomed.  The approach will be to paint fast and loose\, to cover the basics of watercolor by doing them\, and hopefully\, to have some fun. \n  \nStephanie Snyder began painting in watercolor in 2022 at the Wallkill River Center for the Arts under the instruction of Alan Lewis. She enjoys painting landscapes in an impressionistic style\, and paints as often as her teaching career allows. She lists her influences as Alan Lewis\, Susan Djukaric\, JMW Turner\, and Stanley Donwood. \n  \nStudents are to bring their own supplies.  Specific recommendations will be discussed in the first class\, so bring what you already have rather than purchasing anything before that class. \nPaper- cold press paper recommended (100% cotton)\nBrushes – 3 basic brushes: #10 round\, a smaller brush for detail\, a larger quill brush (size 6) or mop brush of about an inch\nPaint – Avoid chalky mediums. Tubes will be easier to work with than pans.\nPalette – A watercolor palette has many wells for your paint and space to mix colors.\nOther – Not necessary for class\, but useful at home – A hairdryer\, painters tape\, tissues\, pencils\, paper towels\, etc. \n\n\nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/beginning-watercolor-with-stephanie-snyder-april-2026/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Snyder":MAILTO:steffisnyder@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260316T212436Z
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SUMMARY:Int/Adv Drawing with William Noonan | April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monday afternoons\, 12:30 – 3 pm \nApril 6\, 13\, 20 \n$120\, $105 Members \n  \nThis class is appropriate for artists who possess a basic understanding of the principles of drawing from life. Subjects like form\, scale\, shading and composition form the core of the curriculum and will consistently be revisited. Class work will include a variety of subjects\, often drawing still lives from life to hone our observational skills and exploring other subjects such as interiors\, landscapes\, portrait and figures from live and photographic resources. \nWilliam Noonan has been an instructor and active member of the Wallkill River School since its inception. He teaches both drawing and oil painting. \nwww.williamnoonan.com \n  \nMaterials List: \nsoft vine charcoal and at least 2 graphite pencils ( hb and  2b) \na pad of 18 x 24 newsprint paper \na pad of 14×17 white drawing paper \na drawing board to support your 18×24 pad \na real chamois (cheaper in automative dept.) \na kneaded eraser \nMars Plastic Eraser\, Single Eraser (or similar) \na pencil sharpener \n  \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/int-adv-drawing-with-william-noonan-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="William Noonan":MAILTO:wbnoonan@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260313T185617Z
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SUMMARY:Acrylic Painting with Nancy Reed Jones | April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday afternoons\, 1-3 pm \nApril 7\, 14\, 21 and 28 \nAt Wallkill River Center for the Arts\n\n$160\, $140 Members\n\nThis class is for anyone who has always wanted to paint with acrylic but was intimidated by the more advanced classes. This class is meant to be a gathering of likeminded artists who want the joy of painting in a group atmosphere.\nAll levels welcome. For beginners\, we will cover all the beginner fundamentals of painting including supplies\, mixing color\, how to use brushes\, creating a good composition\, how to pick a subject\, identifying a focal point etc. For more advanced students\, there will be one on one time with the instructor to go over your piece and suggested guidance. \n\nYour piece will be worked on for multiple days\, don’t fret if it doesn’t finish the first day!\n\n\nFor beginners\, a picture will be posted in the Wallkill River Center for the Arts facebook group by Nancy that will be what you’ll be working off of\, please be sure to print off that image in color. Limited copies may be available. For more advanced students\, you’re encouraged to bring your own references or works in progress to work on.\nStudents will bring their own supplies. Beginners are welcome to sign up for the +Materials options  to have their supplies provided for the first class to get to know the supplies before you go out and buy your own. \nOil painters are welcome to attend! \n  \nSupply List For Acrylic Class: \n\nPaints; Grumbacher or Windsor and Newton tube acrylics.\nBasic Colors: Titanium White\, Ultramarine Blue\, Burnt Umber\, Alizarin Crimson\, Cadmium Yellow Light.\nBrushes: 1 inch flat\, 1/2 inch flat\, small filbert ( rounded tip) small round and #0 or # 1 liner brush\n11 x 14 in. or 12 x 16 in. canvas\, a couple. We will likely work on a piece multiple sessions.\nWet palette with palette paper and sponge that comes with it. (Sta-wet or similar)\nPaper towels\nWater container (We do have these in the green cabinet in the bathroom if you need one)\n\n\n  \nNancy Reed Jones is an award winning artist ( Champion of the Arts award from the Orange County Arts Council) as well as several other awards. She studied oil painting at the Huntington Arts League on Long Island. Nancy had her own mural business for many years and has painted murals in one of the Vanderbilt homes on Long Island. Nancy painted murals for the cancer patients in hospitals on Long Island where they were used for guided imagery to take away the patients pain.\nShe came to live in the Hudson Valley in 2004 and joined the Wallkill River School of Art where she now teaches acrylic workshops and plein air painting. She describes her painting style as Romantic Impressionism. \n  \nREFUND AND CANCEL
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/acrylic-painting-with-nancy-reed-jones-april-2026/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Reed Jones":MAILTO:nartist57@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
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SUMMARY:Mixed Media and Collage with Jodi Doster
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday evenings\, 6:00 – 8:00 pm \nApril 7\, 14\, 21 \n$125\, $110 Members (materials included) \n  \nIn this mixed media class\, we will use a variety of techniques and mediums to create unique pieces of art. Students will learn the elements and principles of design to create works that will include collage\, drawing\, painting as well as other mediums. Explore drawing materials\, acrylic\, watercolor\, ink\, gelli plate prints\, and tempera paint; learn techniques to incorporate oil pastels\, color pencils\, markers\, drawing pencils\, and painted papers into mixed media pieces. \nClass will include creating a mixed media painting on canvas. Utilizing painted and gelli print papers\, these papers will be used as accents collage on their canvas and other pieces of mixed media drawings\, painting or journal pages. This class is open to adults and teens (14+ is recommended). Materials are provided\, but if you have materials you want to use\, please bring them with you. Materials to make your own painted papers and Gelli prints also available. \nAll materials will be provided! \nJodi Doster has been teaching science and art 18 years at Bristol Bay Borough Middle/High School in Nanek\, Alaska.  She is also an Adjunct Professor for the University of Alaska Fairbanks where she teaches biology and art. \nPlease note\, Jodi will be bringing her service dog Monet to class. \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/mixed-media-and-collage-with-jodi-doster/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Children & Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jodi Doster":MAILTO:jdoster@bbbsd.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260313T190316Z
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SUMMARY:Oil Painting with William Noonan | April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Saturday mornings\, 9:30 am – 12 pm \nApril 11\, 18\, 25 \n$120\, $105 for Members \n  \nFor beginner\, intermediate\, and advanced students. The instructor’s main medium is oils but any painting medium is welcome in this class. \nStudents are encouraged to follow their own stylistic inclinations while learning and practicing the basic rules of: drawing & painting techniques\, composition\, value\, color mixing\, color theory\, materials and supplies\, etc. \nSubject matter will range and include still life\, landscape\, portrait and figure. Whenever feasible students will work from life\, other times photographic references may be used.  Students may also use this class as an independent-study opportunity and work on their own personal projects. \nAll sessions will be live work sessions. A lecture or demo may be included based on the particular subject matter for that month’s focus. \nCritiques will be used throughout the session with one final critique on the last day of the class. \n  \nWilliam Noonan has been an instructor and active member of the Wallkill River School since its inception. He teaches both drawing and oil painting. To learn more:  www.williamnoonan.com \n  \nMaterials List \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/oil-painting-with-william-noonan-april-2026/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="William Noonan":MAILTO:wbnoonan@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260402T190146Z
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SUMMARY:The Natural World in Acrylic Gouache with Roberta Rosenthal
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, 10 am – 1 pm \nApril 16\, 23\, 30 \n$160\, $150 members \n  \nBotanical and Nature Landscapes: Acrylic Gouache on Canvas and Papers \nUsing the new medium of acrylic gouache get the effect of matte finish of gouache\, fast drying paints with ability to get transparent glazes and opaque colors that are waterproof. Mixable with water\, matte acrylic medium and acrylic retarder to slow the drying. Focus on spring and early summer plants\, insects\, animals\, birds and landscape. Create a world of imaginative nature paintings. Bring photos of places and subjects to work from. Work on canvas or gesso board. \n  \nFor April’s class\, we will work on small pieces to start with\, learning how to mix the paint and get effects. \n  \nMaterials list: \nSet of Holbein 18 or Turner acryla gouache in tubes (18) \nAn extra tube of white might be needed if you take all three month courses. \nRetarder for acrylics and matte medium for acrylics work with canvas. \nSmall canvas 3” x 3” or 4” x 6” or 5”x7” gallery wrapped 1 ½” deep. \nSmall gesso board 5” x7” if you want to try the paint on a smoother surface \nSet of acrylic synthetic brushes for watercolor small to medium size round and flats & one fan brush. \nPaper towel or rag \nWater containers \n  \nFor over 40 years Roberta shared her expertise with hundreds of students as an instructor in both Botanical Art and Business Practices for Artists at the famed New York Botanical Garden and more recently locally at Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, Desmond Campus of Mount Saint Mary College\, Wurtsboro Art Alliance\, Catskill Art Society\, Ellenville Museum Library and Pine Bush Library. Her art is exhibited internationally\, collected by individuals and corporations. Roberta continues to travel finding unusual botanical specimens to paint or landscapes that she captures in plein air or sketches for future studio work. Her current home studio\, Squirrel’s Nest\, is located on top of Shawanga Mountain in Sullivan County\, New York with a view of the Hudson Valley.  \n\nREFUND AND CANCELLATIONS
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/the-natural-world-in-acrylic-gouache-with-roberta-rosenthal/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roberta Rosenthal":MAILTO:rozenart@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260223T213407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T125338Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Pastel with Laura Martinez-Bianco
DESCRIPTION:Two-day workshop \nFriday\, April 17\, 3 – 6 pm \nSaturday\, April 18\, 10 am – 3 pm \n$160\, $145 Members \nWith materials included – $180\, $165 Members \n  \nThis 2-day workshop will introduce pastels materials\, surfaces and techniques while providing time to complete a pastel painting. As well as time to work\, there will be a focus on the history of pastel\, current pastel artists and techniques\, Students should come ready to explore and play with pastels regardless of the experience with the medium. \n\nMaterials suggested:\nA set of introductory soft pastels- suggested pastel brands Schminke\, Sennelier\, Unison\nA variety of landscape photos to be used as inspiration-your own is preferable \nInstructor will provide a variety of paper and surfaces to work on\nInstructor will provide a variety of pastels that the students can use alongside their own \n\nLaura Martinez-Bianco has spent her life in the Hudson Valley and has always appreciated and valued the beauty of it’s landscape. Her paintings are inspired by her surroundings\, whether at home or abroad. After receiving her degree in Art Education from SUNY New Paltz\, she continued to study painting with local artists in the Hudson Valley. \nLaura has taught and hosted painting workshops in Italy and Cape Cod. Workshops provide her with an opportunity to paint and to teach others the Plein Air experience. Her work spans a variety of medium including pastel\, oil and printmaking; recently focusing on encaustics. Her work is in private collections throughout the US\, Italy and Denmark. Her work has been exhibited in Regional and National Exhibits while receiving numerous awards. \n \n\n  \n\nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/intro-to-pastel-workshop-with-laura-martinez-bianco-2/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Martinez-Bianco":MAILTO:lmbianco.art@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20250826T185815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T185913Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays \n9:30-12:00 \n  \nThis program is free for anyone over 65 years of age.  Guests under 65 are welcome as well for a donation of $5.00 per day. \nParticipants bring their own art materials and projects to work on and share with the group.   Artists of all ability and experience levels are encouraged to come be part of our community.  Build friendships\, make art! \n  \n 
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/senior-drop-in-2-2/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vicki O'Neill":MAILTO:artsgal367@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260402T153513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T161405Z
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SUMMARY:Beginners Drawing with Roberta Rosenthal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday afternoons \n1 – 3 pm \n  \nFor beginners who say they can’t draw a line or those who want to brush up after years away – this class is the way to start. Using graphite and charcoal on toned and white paper participants will learn how to use drawing tools to create good basic drawings as studies for future paintings. \n  \n \nLine drawings\, tonal shading\, shapes\, observations\, perspective forms and basic shapes like fruits\, vegetables\, plants\, still life setting and landscapes. Focus on composition\, basic outline forms\, shading\, light and shadows\, and how to add color. \n  \nClass 1: April 22 and 29 \nIntroduction – How to use the drawing tools lines\, tones\, techniques. \n  \n  \nClass 2: May 6 – 27 \nMay 6: shapes and shadows and light source \nMay 13: line and tonal drawing fruit & vegetables \nMay 20: composition perspective of still life objects \nMay 27:  landscapes \n  \nClass 3: June 3\, 10\, 17 \nEach week the focus will be on drawings from photos or specimens you bring into class. Using pencil\, charcoal\, pens or crayons or a combination of media. How to transfer a line drawing to a drawing paper\, board or canvas. \n  \nFull Series (Class 1\, 2\, & 3): April 22 – June 17 \n\nSign up per class or for the complete series.\nSee registration below for pricing. \n  \nMaterials List: * needed supplies for drawing classes \nStrathmore 400 Drawing pad 11” x 14’ with 24 sheets gray toned paper \n*Strathmore 400 Drawing pad 11” x 14’ with 24 sheets white paper \n*Kneaded erasers and magic rub erasers \n*Set of 2H – 6B Set of 12 graphite pencils and/or at least 2H\, HB\, 2B\, 4B \nGenerals Sketchmate Drawing Set  (has mostly basic pencils & tools \nWHITE charcoal or pastel pencil \n*Charcoal pencil soft (Generals Set) \nCaran D’Ache neocolor II watercolor crayons  set of 10 or 15 (optional) \nSet of Black Micron pens (optional) fine line and Sakura Pigma Brush Marker \n*12” plastic ruler \n*Pencil sharpener with multiple holes \nExacto blade optional \n*sandpaper pad /block \n*paper blending stumps set of 12 assorted sizes \n  \nFor over 40 years Roberta shared her expertise with hundreds of students as an instructor in both Botanical Art and Business Practices for Artists at the famed New York Botanical Garden and more recently locally at Wallkill River Center for the Arts School and Gallery\, Desmond Campus of Mount Saint Mary College\, Wurtsboro Art Alliance\, Catskill Art Society\, Ellenville Museum Library and Pine Bush Library. Her art is exhibited internationally\, collected by individuals and corporations. Roberta continues to travel finding unusual botanical specimens to paint or landscapes that she captures in plein air or sketches for future studio work. Her current home studio\, Squirrel’s Nest\, is located on top of Shawanga Mountain in Sullivan County\, New York with a view of the Hudson Valley.  \n\nREFUND AND CANCELLATIONS
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/basic-beginning-drawing-with-roberta-rosenthal/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roberta Rosenthal":MAILTO:rozenart@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260313T191052Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Oil with William Noonan
DESCRIPTION:Friday evening\, April 24 \n6:30 – 8:30 pm \n$40 without materials\, $60 with all materials supplied \n  \nFor absolute beginners or oil painters who need a refresher and some renewed courage. \nTopics covered will include: materials\, pigments\, brushes\, solvents\, basic color mixing\, paint application\, how to start a painting. All the basic principles of oil painting with hands on practice. \nMaterials can be supplied * if you purchase the ‘+ materials’ and includes everything you need for the class including canvas; everyone else is expected to have all the materials on the materials list. \n*NOTE: supplied materials will be water mixable oils\, not the traditional solvent based process. \n  \nMaterials List:\nOil Painting Set up for beginners. Student grade paints are good for getting started\, you don’t need expensive artist grade paints. \nYELLOWS:\n1 Cadmium or Hansa Yellow Light\n1 Cadmium or Hansa yellow medium \nREDS & ORANGE:\n1 alizarin crimson or magenta or quinacridone magenta (purplish red)\n1 cadmium red medium (true red)\n1 Cadmium Orange \nBLUES:\n1 Ultramarine Blue\n1 Cerulean or Viridian \nEARTH TONES:\n1 Burnt or Raw Umber\n1 Yellow Ochre \nWHITE:\n1 Titanium White \nBRUSHES… China bristle filberts are the best. You will need to start out with a good range. Start with at least one filbert of each of these sizes #2\,3\,4\,5. Avoid synthetic bristles- they don’t stand up to the rigors of oil painting.\nSOLVENT… Gamsol or some other brand odorless mineral spirit. This is for traditional oils not water mixable oils.\nPALETTE… disposable paper palettes are fine to start out with.\nPALETTE KNIFE… the kind that has a bend in the handle and is shaped like a pointy trowel.\nCANVAS…For beginners it’s best to have a few canvas boards to start out with around 11×14. \nPAPER TOWELS ….. don’t forget these! They are invaluable.\n\n\n\n\nAbout the instructor\, William Noonan\n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/intro-to-oil-with-william-noonan-14/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="William Noonan":MAILTO:wbnoonan@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
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SUMMARY:Sketching\, Mindfulness and Movement with Eileen MacAvery
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 25 \n(rain date\, May 2) \n10 am – 12 pm \nat the Orange County Arboretum \n$30\, $20 for Members \nDeepening our connection to nature and our environment will serve our spirit\, and what serves our spirit invariably serves our artistic output. (Rick Rubin) \nImmerse yourself in a meditation and movement experience and sketch the beautiful landscape at Orange County Arboretum. By walking\, breathwork\, meditation\, and some standing Yoga and Qi Gong movements\, participants will enjoy the health benefits from these practices along with the enjoyment of sketching outdoors through basic instruction and guidance. \n \n  \nNo experience is necessary.  Wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat and bring sunscreen\, bug protection and water. Bring a tote bag or backpack for carrying supplies. If you have a sketching stool you are welcome to bring it\, not required as there are many places to sit. \n\nParticipants can purchase an art kit or bring their own materials. \nSuggested Materials: Sketchbooks\, pencils\, pens\, brushes\, and a watercolor palette for sketching. \nArt Kit: $10  (Sketchbooks\, pencils\, pens\, brushes\, and a watercolor palette for sketching provided) \nEileen MacAvery is an artist\, and lifelong yoga practitioner\, and certified yoga instructor. You can learn more about her here: https://linktr.ee/macavery \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY \n 
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/sketching-mindfulness-and-movement-with-eileen-macavery/
LOCATION:Orange County Arboretum\, 41 Grove Street Route 416\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260225T185603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T185603Z
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SUMMARY:Encaustics with Laura Martinez-Bianco
DESCRIPTION:Two-day Workshop  \nSaturday and Sunday\, \nMay 2 and 3\, 10 am – 2 pm \n  \n$190\, $175 Members (includes $30 materials fee) \n  \nAuthentic Serendipity – Encaustic Landscape \nJoin artist Laura Martinez-Bianco for a two-day encaustic workshop exploring beeswax\, resin\, and pigment. Experience plein-air sketching for inspiration\, learn history and techniques through demo\, and create encaustic paintings in a supportive environment. The workshop includes discussions\, independent work\, and group critiques to build your skills and understanding. All levels welcome\, all materials included. \n\n  \nLaura Martinez-Bianco has spent her life in the Hudson Valley and has always appreciated and valued the beauty of it’s landscape. Her paintings are inspired by her surroundings\, whether at home or abroad. After receiving her degree in Art Education from SUNY New Paltz\, she continued to study painting with local artists in the Hudson Valley. \nLaura has taught and hosted painting workshops in Italy and Cape Cod. Workshops provide her with an opportunity to paint and to teach others the Plein Air experience. Her work spans a variety of medium including pastel\, oil and printmaking; recently focusing on encaustics. Her work is in private collections throughout the US\, Italy and Denmark. Her work has been exhibited in Regional and National Exhibits while receiving numerous awards. \n  \n \n\n  \n\nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/encaustics-with-laura-martinez-bianco/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Martinez-Bianco":MAILTO:lmbianco.art@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260402T164149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T164149Z
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SUMMARY:Beginners Drawing II with Roberta Rosenthal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday afternoons \n1 – 3 pm \nFor beginners who say they can’t draw a line or those who want to brush up after years away – this class is the way to start. Using graphite and charcoal on toned and white paper participants will learn how to use drawing tools to create good basic drawings as studies for future paintings. \nLine drawings\, tonal shading\, shapes\, observations\, perspective forms and basic shapes like fruits\, vegetables\, plants\, still life setting and landscapes. Focus on composition\, basic outline forms\, shading\, light and shadows\, and how to add color. \n  \nFollowing the introductory class (held on April 22 and 29) which covered how to use the drawing tools lines\, tones\, techniques\, join us for class 2 and 3 of this drawing series. \n  \n\nClass 2: May 6 – 27 \nMay 6: shapes and shadows and light source \nMay 13: line and tonal drawing fruit & vegetables \nMay 20: composition perspective of still life objects \nMay 27:  landscapes \n  \nClass 3: June 3\, 10\, 17 \nEach week the focus will be on drawings from photos or specimens you bring into class. Using pencil\, charcoal\, pens or crayons or a combination of media. How to transfer a line drawing to a drawing paper\, board or canvas. \n  \nSign up per class; see registration below. \n  \nMaterials List: * needed supplies for drawing classes \nStrathmore 400 Drawing pad 11” x 14’ with 24 sheets gray toned paper \n*Strathmore 400 Drawing pad 11” x 14’ with 24 sheets white paper \n*Kneaded erasers and magic rub erasers \n*Set of 2H – 6B Set of 12 graphite pencils and/or at least 2H\, HB\, 2B\, 4B \nGenerals Sketchmate Drawing Set  (has mostly basic pencils & tools \nWHITE charcoal or pastel pencil \n*Charcoal pencil soft (Generals Set) \nCaran D’Ache neocolor II watercolor crayons  set of 10 or 15 (optional) \nSet of Black Micron pens (optional) fine line and Sakura Pigma Brush Marker \n*12” plastic ruler \n*Pencil sharpener with multiple holes \nExacto blade optional \n*sandpaper pad /block \n*paper blending stumps set of 12 assorted sizes \n  \nFor over 40 years Roberta shared her expertise with hundreds of students as an instructor in both Botanical Art and Business Practices for Artists at the famed New York Botanical Garden and more recently locally at Wallkill River Center for the Arts School and Gallery\, Desmond Campus of Mount Saint Mary College\, Wurtsboro Art Alliance\, Catskill Art Society\, Ellenville Museum Library and Pine Bush Library. Her art is exhibited internationally\, collected by individuals and corporations. Roberta continues to travel finding unusual botanical specimens to paint or landscapes that she captures in plein air or sketches for future studio work. Her current home studio\, Squirrel’s Nest\, is located on top of Shawanga Mountain in Sullivan County\, New York with a view of the Hudson Valley.  \n\nREFUND AND CANCELLATIONS
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/beginners-drawing-ii-with-roberta-rosenthal/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roberta Rosenthal":MAILTO:rozenart@aol.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260313T191622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T181702Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Oil with William Noonan
DESCRIPTION:Friday evening\, May 8 \n6:30 – 8:30 pm \n$40 without materials\, $60 with all materials supplied \n  \nFor absolute beginners or oil painters who need a refresher and some renewed courage. \nTopics covered will include: materials\, pigments\, brushes\, solvents\, basic color mixing\, paint application\, how to start a painting. All the basic principles of oil painting with hands on practice. \nMaterials can be supplied * if you purchase the ‘+ materials’ and includes everything you need for the class including canvas; everyone else is expected to have all the materials on the materials list. \n*NOTE: supplied materials will be water mixable oils\, not the traditional solvent based process. \n  \nMaterials List:\nOil Painting Set up for beginners. Student grade paints are good for getting started\, you don’t need expensive artist grade paints. \nYELLOWS:\n1 Cadmium or Hansa Yellow Light\n1 Cadmium or Hansa yellow medium \nREDS & ORANGE:\n1 alizarin crimson or magenta or quinacridone magenta (purplish red)\n1 cadmium red medium (true red)\n1 Cadmium Orange \nBLUES:\n1 Ultramarine Blue\n1 Cerulean or Viridian \nEARTH TONES:\n1 Burnt or Raw Umber\n1 Yellow Ochre \nWHITE:\n1 Titanium White \nBRUSHES… China bristle filberts are the best. You will need to start out with a good range. Start with at least one filbert of each of these sizes #2\,3\,4\,5. Avoid synthetic bristles- they don’t stand up to the rigors of oil painting.\nSOLVENT… Gamsol or some other brand odorless mineral spirit. This is for traditional oils not water mixable oils.\nPALETTE… disposable paper palettes are fine to start out with.\nPALETTE KNIFE… the kind that has a bend in the handle and is shaped like a pointy trowel.\nCANVAS…For beginners it’s best to have a few canvas boards to start out with around 11×14. \nPAPER TOWELS ….. don’t forget these! They are invaluable.\n\n\n\n\nAbout the instructor\, William Noonan\n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/intro-to-oil-with-william-noonan-15/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="William Noonan":MAILTO:wbnoonan@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260313T192815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T180717Z
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SUMMARY:Oil Painting with William Noonan | May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Saturday mornings\, 9:30 am – 12 pm \nMay 9 and 16 (2 sessions) \n$80\, $70 for Members \n  \nFor beginner\, intermediate\, and advanced students. The instructor’s main medium is oils but any painting medium is welcome in this class. \nStudents are encouraged to follow their own stylistic inclinations while learning and practicing the basic rules of: drawing & painting techniques\, composition\, value\, color mixing\, color theory\, materials and supplies\, etc. \nSubject matter will range and include still life\, landscape\, portrait and figure. Whenever feasible students will work from life\, other times photographic references may be used.  Students may also use this class as an independent-study opportunity and work on their own personal projects. \nAll sessions will be live work sessions. A lecture or demo may be included based on the particular subject matter for that month’s focus. \nCritiques will be used throughout the session with one final critique on the last day of the class. \nIn the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances the class will be held via Zoom in order to keep the schedule on track. \nWilliam Noonan has been an instructor and active member of the Wallkill River School since its inception. He teaches both drawing and oil painting. To learn more:  www.williamnoonan.com \n  \nMaterials List \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/oil-painting-with-william-noonan-may-2026/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="William Noonan":MAILTO:wbnoonan@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20250317T163225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T160257Z
UID:10003235-1778324400-1778331600@wallkill.art
SUMMARY:Copper Spiral Suncatcher Workshop with Janet Baskerville
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 9th \n11am – 1pm \n$50\, $45 members \n  \nJoin Janet Baskerville for a relaxed morning creating this sparkly sun catcher pendant that can be worn around the neck\, displayed in a bright window or given as a gift. You will learn some basic wire wrapping techniques with minimal use of tools and you will have access to a large assortment of colorful glass beads. \n  \nAll Supplies and tools included. \n  \nJanet Baskerville\, Artist Statement: My ethnic heritage and experiences are my greatest influences.  I enjoy working three dimensionally\, as it is an intuitive process.  Jewelry is my passion and I like the tactile nature of combining various methods of construction\, such as forging metal\, stamping and etching metal\, wire wrapping and weaving\, beading\, resin casting and the inclusion of relic-like found objects and artifacts. I enjoy mixed-media collage and use paint\, paper\, fabric\, fibers\, resin\, wood and clay in my work as well. I am fascinated with the results when a combination of these materials and methods comes together in a completed piece to evoke a one of a kind ethnic feeling that tells a story. \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/05-10-25-copper-and-silver-earrings-workshop-with-janet-baskerville/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Children & Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Baskerville":MAILTO:jbask7@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260320T014228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T021721Z
UID:10003501-1778502600-1779116400@wallkill.art
SUMMARY:Int/Adv Drawing with William Noonan | May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monday afternoons\, 12:30 – 3 pm \nMay 11\, 18 \n$80\, $70 Members \n  \nThis class is appropriate for artists who possess a basic understanding of the principles of drawing from life. Subjects like form\, scale\, shading and composition form the core of the curriculum and will consistently be revisited. Class work will include a variety of subjects\, often drawing still lives from life to hone our observational skills and exploring other subjects such as interiors\, landscapes\, portrait and figures from live and photographic resources. \nWilliam Noonan has been an instructor and active member of the Wallkill River School since its inception. He teaches both drawing and oil painting. \nwww.williamnoonan.com \n  \nMaterials List: \nsoft vine charcoal and at least 2 graphite pencils ( hb and  2b) \na pad of 18 x 24 newsprint paper \na pad of 14×17 white drawing paper \na drawing board to support your 18×24 pad \na real chamois (cheaper in automative dept.) \na kneaded eraser \nMars Plastic Eraser\, Single Eraser (or similar) \na pencil sharpener \n  \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/int-adv-drawing-with-william-noonan-may-2026/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="William Noonan":MAILTO:wbnoonan@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260402T192340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T192340Z
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SUMMARY:The Natural World in Acrylic Gouache with Roberta Rosenthal
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, 10 am – 1 pm \nMay 14\, 21\, 28 \n$160\, $150 members \n  \nBotanical and Nature Landscapes: Acrylic Gouache on Canvas and Papers \nUsing the new medium of acrylic gouache get the effect of matte finish of gouache\, fast drying paints with ability to get transparent glazes and opaque colors that are waterproof. Mixable with water\, matte acrylic medium and acrylic retarder to slow the drying. Focus on spring and early summer plants\, insects\, animals\, birds and landscape. Create a world of imaginative nature paintings. Bring photos of places and subjects to work from. Work on canvas or gesso board. \n  \nFor May’s class\, we will work on small to medium size paintings. 5” x 7”\, 8” x 10”. \n  \nMaterials list: \nSet of Holbein 18 or Turner acryla gouache in tubes (18) \nAn extra tube of white might be needed if you take all three month courses. \nRetarder for acrylics and matte medium for acrylics work with canvas. \nSmall canvas 3” x 3” or 4” x 6” or 5”x7” gallery wrapped 1 ½” deep. \nSmall gesso board 5” x7” if you want to try the paint on a smoother surface \nSet of acrylic synthetic brushes for watercolor small to medium size round and flats & one fan brush. \nPaper towel or rag \nWater containers \n  \nFor over 40 years Roberta shared her expertise with hundreds of students as an instructor in both Botanical Art and Business Practices for Artists at the famed New York Botanical Garden and more recently locally at Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, Desmond Campus of Mount Saint Mary College\, Wurtsboro Art Alliance\, Catskill Art Society\, Ellenville Museum Library and Pine Bush Library. Her art is exhibited internationally\, collected by individuals and corporations. Roberta continues to travel finding unusual botanical specimens to paint or landscapes that she captures in plein air or sketches for future studio work. Her current home studio\, Squirrel’s Nest\, is located on top of Shawanga Mountain in Sullivan County\, New York with a view of the Hudson Valley.  \n\nREFUND AND CANCELLATIONS
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/the-natural-world-in-acrylic-gouache-with-roberta-rosenthal-2/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roberta Rosenthal":MAILTO:rozenart@aol.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260328T133335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T133335Z
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SUMMARY:Three-Day Portrait Workshop: From Drawing to Oil Painting with Carl Grauer
DESCRIPTION:Saturday mornings\, 9 am – 12 pm \nMay 23\, May 30\, and June 6 \n$150\, $135 Members (includes model fee) \n  \nThis intensive three-day workshop introduces artists to the disciplined yet deeply rewarding process of creating a portrait. At the heart of our approach is the pursuit of excellence\, not as perfectionism\, but as a commitment to observation\, thoughtful execution\, and a refined finish. \n  \nDay One: Constructing the Portrait in Drawing\nWe begin with the foundations. Students will learn how to construct the head through proportion\, structure\, and anatomical understanding rather than the focus on just the features. Emphasis is placed on observation and form. Through guided demonstrations and individual feedback\, participants develop a drawing that is structurally sound in plane\, value and form and ready to serve as the blueprint for painting. \nDay Two: Translating Drawing into Oil\nWith a strong drawing established\, students transition into oil paint. The focus shifts to understanding value relationships\, color temperature\, and the handling of paint while preserving the integrity of the original construction. Instruction emphasizes how to see the portrait as interconnected planes of light and shadow\, and varied temperature of chroma is introduced. \nDay Three: Refinement and Resolution\nThe final day is dedicated to bringing the portrait to completion. Students refine edges\, unify tones\, and develop surface sensitivity while strengthening likeness and presence. Attention is given to achieving cohesion and ensuring that drawing\, value\, and color work harmoniously together. The goal is not only a finished portrait\, but a deeper understanding of process that artists can carry into their independent practice. \n  \nThroughout the workshop\, students are guided from dry media into oil painting with confidence\, relying on the fundamental skills of structure\, observation\, and color. By the end of the three days\, participants will have gained a clear methodology for approaching future work with rigor and refinement. \n  \n   \n  \n  \nBiography\nBorn: 1975\, Wilson\, Kansas\, USA \nCarl Grauer is an artist\, a painter\, and a teacher. Grauer works within the genres of realism\, impressionism\, surrealism and narrative art.  They have an intense interest in portraiture\, the figure\, queer history\, time\, the natural world\, ritualism\, mortality\, and the spiritual realm. Born in rural Kansas\, Grauer completed their bachelor’s degree in Human Biology from the University of Kansas and their MFA in Medical Illustration from the University of Michigan.  They spent two years in London studying figurative and portrait painting with several studios and garnered success showing work both nationally and internationally\, most notably for the Hudson Valley Artists 2025: Movement exhibition at the Samuel Dorsky Museum\, and exhibiting with the Royal Society of Portrait Painters in London.  Grauer has also participated in the Constance Saltonstall Artist Residency\, Jentel Artist Residency\, and the Blue Mountain Artist Residency.  Currently\, they are working and living in Poughkeepsie\, New York and showing with several galleries nationally including Carrie Haddad in Hudson\, New York. \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/three-day-portrait-workshop-from-drawing-to-oil-painting-with-carl-grauer/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="William Noonan":MAILTO:wbnoonan@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260320T014449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T021428Z
UID:10003502-1780317000-1781535600@wallkill.art
SUMMARY:Int/Adv Drawing with William Noonan | June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Monday afternoons\, 12:30 – 3 pm \nJune 1\, 8\, 15 \n$120\, $105 Members \n  \nThis class is appropriate for artists who possess a basic understanding of the principles of drawing from life. Subjects like form\, scale\, shading and composition form the core of the curriculum and will consistently be revisited. Class work will include a variety of subjects\, often drawing still lives from life to hone our observational skills and exploring other subjects such as interiors\, landscapes\, portrait and figures from live and photographic resources. \nWilliam Noonan has been an instructor and active member of the Wallkill River School since its inception. He teaches both drawing and oil painting. \nwww.williamnoonan.com \n  \nMaterials List: \nsoft vine charcoal and at least 2 graphite pencils ( hb and  2b) \na pad of 18 x 24 newsprint paper \na pad of 14×17 white drawing paper \na drawing board to support your 18×24 pad \na real chamois (cheaper in automative dept.) \na kneaded eraser \nMars Plastic Eraser\, Single Eraser (or similar) \na pencil sharpener \n  \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/int-adv-drawing-with-william-noonan-june-2026/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="William Noonan":MAILTO:wbnoonan@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260402T165633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T170530Z
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SUMMARY:Beginners Drawing III with Roberta Rosenthal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday afternoons \nJune 3\, 10\, 17 \n1 – 3 pm \n  \nFor beginners who say they can’t draw a line or those who want to brush up after years away – this class is the way to start. Using graphite and charcoal on toned and white paper participants will learn how to use drawing tools to create good basic drawings as studies for future paintings. \n \n  \nLine drawings\, tonal shading\, shapes\, observations\, perspective forms and basic shapes like fruits\, vegetables\, plants\, still life setting and landscapes. Focus on composition\, basic outline forms\, shading\, light and shadows\, and how to add color. \nFollowing Beginners Drawing I (April 22 and 29) which covered how to use the drawing tools lines\, tones\, techniques\, and Beginners Drawing II ( May 6 – 27) which covered shapes and shadows\, line and tonal drawing\, composition perspective of still life objects\, and then landscapes  – join us for class 3 of this drawing series. \n  \nClass 3 \nEach week\, the focus will be on drawings from photos or specimens you bring into class. Using pencil\, charcoal\, pens or crayons or a combination of media. How to transfer a line drawing to a drawing paper\, board or canvas. \n  \n  \nMaterials List: * needed supplies for drawing classes \nStrathmore 400 Drawing pad 11” x 14’ with 24 sheets gray toned paper \n*Strathmore 400 Drawing pad 11” x 14’ with 24 sheets white paper \n*Kneaded erasers and magic rub erasers \n*Set of 2H – 6B Set of 12 graphite pencils and/or at least 2H\, HB\, 2B\, 4B \nGenerals Sketchmate Drawing Set  (has mostly basic pencils & tools \nWHITE charcoal or pastel pencil \n*Charcoal pencil soft (Generals Set) \nCaran D’Ache neocolor II watercolor crayons  set of 10 or 15 (optional) \nSet of Black Micron pens (optional) fine line and Sakura Pigma Brush Marker \n*12” plastic ruler \n*Pencil sharpener with multiple holes \nExacto blade optional \n*sandpaper pad /block \n*paper blending stumps set of 12 assorted sizes \n  \nFor over 40 years Roberta shared her expertise with hundreds of students as an instructor in both Botanical Art and Business Practices for Artists at the famed New York Botanical Garden and more recently locally at Wallkill River Center for the Arts School and Gallery\, Desmond Campus of Mount Saint Mary College\, Wurtsboro Art Alliance\, Catskill Art Society\, Ellenville Museum Library and Pine Bush Library. Her art is exhibited internationally\, collected by individuals and corporations. Roberta continues to travel finding unusual botanical specimens to paint or landscapes that she captures in plein air or sketches for future studio work. Her current home studio\, Squirrel’s Nest\, is located on top of Shawanga Mountain in Sullivan County\, New York with a view of the Hudson Valley.  \n\nREFUND AND CANCELLATIONS
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/beginners-drawing-iii-with-roberta-rosenthal/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roberta Rosenthal":MAILTO:rozenart@aol.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20260402T194718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T194718Z
UID:10003528-1781172000-1782392400@wallkill.art
SUMMARY:The Natural World in Acrylic Gouache with Roberta Rosenthal
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, 10 am – 1 pm \nJune 11\, 18\, 25 \n$160\, $150 members \n  \nBotanical and Nature Landscapes: Acrylic Gouache on Canvas and Papers \nUsing the new medium of acrylic gouache get the effect of matte finish of gouache\, fast drying paints with ability to get transparent glazes and opaque colors that are waterproof. Mixable with water\, matte acrylic medium and acrylic retarder to slow the drying. Focus on spring and early summer plants\, insects\, animals\, birds and landscape. Create a world of imaginative nature paintings. Bring photos of places and subjects to work from. Work on canvas or gesso board. \n  \nFor June’s class\, we will work on medium to larger paintings. 9” x 12\, 11” x 14”. \n  \nMaterials list: \nSet of Holbein 18 or Turner acryla gouache in tubes (18) \nAn extra tube of white might be needed if you take all three month courses. \nRetarder for acrylics and matte medium for acrylics work with canvas. \nSmall canvas 3” x 3” or 4” x 6” or 5”x7” gallery wrapped 1 ½” deep. \nSmall gesso board 5” x7” if you want to try the paint on a smoother surface \nSet of acrylic synthetic brushes for watercolor small to medium size round and flats & one fan brush. \nPaper towel or rag \nWater containers \n  \nFor over 40 years Roberta shared her expertise with hundreds of students as an instructor in both Botanical Art and Business Practices for Artists at the famed New York Botanical Garden and more recently locally at Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, Desmond Campus of Mount Saint Mary College\, Wurtsboro Art Alliance\, Catskill Art Society\, Ellenville Museum Library and Pine Bush Library. Her art is exhibited internationally\, collected by individuals and corporations. Roberta continues to travel finding unusual botanical specimens to paint or landscapes that she captures in plein air or sketches for future studio work. Her current home studio\, Squirrel’s Nest\, is located on top of Shawanga Mountain in Sullivan County\, New York with a view of the Hudson Valley.  \n\nREFUND AND CANCELLATIONS
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/the-natural-world-in-acrylic-gouache-with-roberta-rosenthal-3/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Roberta Rosenthal":MAILTO:rozenart@aol.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
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SUMMARY:Oil Painting with William Noonan | June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Saturday mornings\, 9:30 am – 12 pm \nJune 13\, 20\, 27 \n$120\, $105 for Members \n  \nFor beginner\, intermediate\, and advanced students. The instructor’s main medium is oils but any painting medium is welcome in this class. \nStudents are encouraged to follow their own stylistic inclinations while learning and practicing the basic rules of: drawing & painting techniques\, composition\, value\, color mixing\, color theory\, materials and supplies\, etc. \nSubject matter will range and include still life\, landscape\, portrait and figure. Whenever feasible students will work from life\, other times photographic references may be used.  Students may also use this class as an independent-study opportunity and work on their own personal projects. \nAll sessions will be live work sessions. A lecture or demo may be included based on the particular subject matter for that month’s focus. \nCritiques will be used throughout the session with one final critique on the last day of the class. \nIn the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances the class will be held via Zoom in order to keep the schedule on track. \nWilliam Noonan has been an instructor and active member of the Wallkill River School since its inception. He teaches both drawing and oil painting. To learn more:  www.williamnoonan.com \n  \nMaterials List \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/oil-painting-with-william-noonan-june-2026/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="William Noonan":MAILTO:wbnoonan@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205722
CREATED:20250317T154959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T161410Z
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SUMMARY:Create a Tree of Life Pendant with Janet Baskerville
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 13th \n11:00 am – 1:00 pm \n$50\, $45 Members (includes materials) \n  \nThis is the class you have been waiting for! Come out\, enjoy a warm relaxed atmosphere and learn how to make your own wire wrapped ‘Tree of Life’ pendant with gemstones. No special skills required but a basic knowledge of wire wrapping would be helpful. \nAll tools and supplies provided. \n  \nTree of Life – One of many definitions: \nThe Tree of Life commonly represents the interconnectedness of everything in the universe. It symbolizes togetherness and serves as a reminder that you are never alone or isolated\, but rather that you are connected to the world. The roots of the Tree of Life dig deep and spread into the earth\, thereby accepting nourishment from Mother Earth\, and its branches reach up into the sky\, accepting energy from the sun and moon. \n  \n \nJanet Baskerville\, Artist Statement: My ethnic heritage and experiences are my greatest influences.  I enjoy working three dimensionally\, as it is an intuitive process.  Jewelry is my passion and I like the tactile nature of combining various methods of construction\, such as forging metal\, stamping and etching metal\, wire wrapping and weaving\, beading\, resin casting and the inclusion of relic-like found objects and artifacts. I enjoy mixed-media collage and use paint\, paper\, fabric\, fibers\, resin\, wood and clay in my work as well. I am fascinated with the results when a combination of these materials and methods comes together in a completed piece to evoke a one of a kind ethnic feeling that tells a story. \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/06-13-2026-tree-of-life-necklace-with-janet-baskerville/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Children & Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Baskerville":MAILTO:jbask7@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T130000
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CREATED:20250317T163809Z
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SUMMARY:Memory Wire Bracelet Workshop with Janet Baskerville
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 20 \n11:00am – 1:00pm \n$50\, $45 Members (includes materials) \n  \nCome join Janet Baskerville and make a fun stackable memory wire bracelet for yourself or to give as a gift. This is a fun relaxed beginner class in which you will have access to colorful glass seed beads and charms to create these colorful\, stackable bracelets. \nNo special skills or tools required\, just come prepared to have some fun and learn a new skill. All supplies provided. \n  \nJanet Baskerville\, Artist Statement: My ethnic heritage and experiences are my greatest influences.  I enjoy working three dimensionally\, as it is an intuitive process.  Jewelry is my passion and I like the tactile nature of combining various methods of construction\, such as forging metal\, stamping and etching metal\, wire wrapping and weaving\, beading\, resin casting and the inclusion of relic-like found objects and artifacts. I enjoy mixed-media collage and use paint\, paper\, fabric\, fibers\, resin\, wood and clay in my work as well. I am fascinated with the results when a combination of these materials and methods comes together in a completed piece to evoke a one of a kind ethnic feeling that tells a story. \n  \nREFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY
URL:https://wallkill.art/event/06-20-2026-memory-wire-bracelet-workshop-with-janet-baskerville/
LOCATION:Wallkill River Center for the Arts\, 232 Ward Street\, Montgomery\, NY\, 12549\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Children & Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Baskerville":MAILTO:jbask7@gmail.com
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