On the last day of this exhibition, Jena Argenta will give an artist talk on her exhibit, Love Letters. Please join us December 15th, 1-3pm. Multi-hyphenate, language-based artist Jena Argenta will bring her most recent work in progress to Wallkill River Center for the Arts (WRCA) in stages beginning November 1, 2024. The show … Continue reading Artist Talk: Jena Argenta: Love Letters
December 17th 1:30pm - 3:30pm At the Wallkill River Center for the Arts Slow stitching is a meditative and calming activity with a creative purpose. Gather your hand stitching, embroidery, knitting, or crocheting and join us to share time with other artistic people. Lap projects only (no machines). 1st & 3rd Tues of each month … Continue reading 12/17/2024 Slow Stitch Maker’s Drop In
Group Exhibit of Portraits juried by Carl Grauer. Portraits are forever. They capture the likeness of the human subject they are portraying. It may be through a visual similarity with the sitter or the ephemeral essence of the subject. Portrait artists bring all kinds of intangible aspects to their work. The fact that we can … Continue reading Likeness
A solo exhibit of portraits by Carl Grauer. On View: December 20, 2024 - January 26, 2025. Gallery hours: Friday, Saturday and Sundays 12:00-5:00 pm Reception: Saturday, January 11, 2025 3:00-5:00 pm. Receptions are always free and open to the public. Statement and Bio Carl Grauer is a painter based in Poughkeepsie, NY in the beautiful … Continue reading Carl Grauer, Portraits: The Art of Looking
Saturday December 28th 5:00 - 7:00pm At the Wallkill River Center for the Arts Suitable for Adults Animation Class Preview Animation! The art of making movement with drawings. This one day crash course will equip aspiring animators with the basic skills of the craft. We will: Practice key animation techniques Study movement from real life, … Continue reading 12/28/24 One Day Adult Animation Workshop with Aedan Ciganek
THEME & GUIDELINES: All current and renewing 2025 Members may join this exhibit. There is no set theme. DATES: Drop-off by: Sunday, January 26, 2025 On display Jan. 31st – March 9th 2025 Reception: Saturday Feb. 8, 2025 3:00-5:00 PM Pick-up Starts: Friday, March 10, 2025 12:00 PM APPLICATION PROCESS: There is no fee to … Continue reading Due January 26th Members Exhibit
Seeking Executive Director for Center for the Arts We are currently recruiting an Executive Director to lead the Wallkill River Center for the Arts, located in Orange County, in the Hudson Valley of New York. The Center has been a leading voice for the arts and premier arts center for more than 15 years. It … Continue reading Executive Director
January 4, 11, 18th Saturday mornings at 9:30-12pm $90, $80 for Members Live In Person – Painting with William Noonan For beginner, intermediate and advanced students. This course is conducted live in the classroom. The instructor’s main medium is oils but any painting medium is welcome in this class. Students are encouraged to follow their … Continue reading 01/2025 Oil Painting with William Noonan
Sundays, 10am-12pm January 5, 12, 19, 26th $120 ($100 Members) ($90 to skip beginners day) The first day of the months' session is for anyone who is just starting out or needs more guidance. I would recommend that you attend if you're a first time student of this class! This beginning watercolor class will be … Continue reading 01/2025 Beginning Watercolor with Alan Lewis
January 6, 13, 20th Mondays, 12:30-3pm In Person $120 ($105 Members) This 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, … Continue reading 01/2025 Inter/Adv Drawing with William Noonan
January 7, 14, 21, 28th Tuesdays 1-3pm At the Wallkill River Center for the Arts $160, $140 Members This 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 … Continue reading 01/2025 All Levels Acrylic with Nancy Reed Jones
Prior to the reception the same day, Carl Grauer will be doing a portrait demonstration. This is a two hour seated portrait suitable for teens and up. A digital copy will be given to the sitter, as well as the option to purchase the piece at a discounted price of $300. The portrait sitter … Continue reading 01/11/25 Carl Grauer Portrait Demonstration
Prior to the reception, Carl Grauer will be demonstrating a portrait. Don't forget to purchase your raffle to be painted. January 11th, 2025 3 - 5pm Artist reception, free and open to the public, for two exhibits, on view December 20 through January 26, 2025. The gallery is open to the public Fridays, … Continue reading 01/11/25 Reception
Thursdays, January 16, 23, 30th Snow Day February 6th 10:00am -12:30 pm $175, $150 members For beginners, intermediate and advanced students Working from live subjects potted or cut flowers subjects learn the basic drawing techniques to capture the accuracy and reality of each artist’ botanical subject. How to get the correct form, shapes, leaves, twists … Continue reading 01/25 Botanical Drawing in Watercolor Pencil and Watercolor with Roberta Rosenthal
Friday January 17th 6:30-8:30pm $40 without materials $60 with all materials supplied $40, $60 to include materials in your registration For absolute beginners or oil painters who need a refresher and some renewed courage. Topics covered will include: materials, pigments, brushes, solvents, basic color mixing, paint application, how to start a painting. All the … Continue reading 01/17/25 Intro to Oil with William Noonan
Please join us virtually, via Zoom, for our Annual Members Meeting on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 3:00 pm Members: If you were a member in 2024 or joined and paid your dues for 2025 by December 31, 2024, please return your BALLOT by email, mail or in person before the meeting date. If there … Continue reading 2025 Annual Members Meeting
Saturday January 25th 5:00 - 7:00pm At the Wallkill River Center for the Arts Suitable for Adults Animation Class Preview Animation! The art of making movement with drawings. This one day crash course will equip aspiring animators with the basic skills of the craft. We will: Practice key animation techniques Study movement from real life, … Continue reading 01/25/25 One Day Adult Animation Workshop with Aedan Ciganek
The Wallkill River Center for the Arts is pleased to present this annual exhibition showcasing the diverse talents of our members and art instructors, on view January 31 – March 9, 2025. Exhibiting artists include Richard Arnold, Rose Arnold, Paula Arwen Owen, Ciro Attardo, Susan Baldwin, Victoria Ballas Armas, Sandra Belitza-Vazquez, Jane Bloom, Jack Broomhead, … Continue reading Members & Teachers Exhibits
February 1, 8, 15th Saturday mornings at 9:30-12pm $120, $105 for Members Live In Person – Painting with William Noonan For beginner, intermediate and advanced students. This course is conducted live in the classroom. The instructor’s main medium is oils but any painting medium is welcome in this class. Students are encouraged to follow their … Continue reading 02/2025 Oil Painting with William Noonan
February 1st 6:00 - 8:00pm $40 per person Adults and Teens, join us for a Paint & Sip Night to support the Humane Society of Walden. This fun and creative event is perfect for seasoned artists and first-timers alike. Our instructor, Shane Daley, will guide you step-by-step as you create your very own charming gnome … Continue reading 25-02-01 Sip & Paint for the Humane Society of Walden
February 3, 10, 17th Mondays, 12:30-3pm In Person $120 ($105 Members) This 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, … Continue reading 02/2025 Inter/Adv Drawing with William Noonan
February 4, 11, 18, 25th Tuesdays 1-3pm At the Wallkill River Center for the Arts $160, $140 Members This 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 … Continue reading 02/2025 All Levels Acrylic with Nancy Reed Jones
February 7, 14, 21st Fridays 3:30-5:30pm In Person at the Wallkill River Center for the Arts Open to beginning and intermediate students Suitable for grades 6th - 12th $110 per student Animation Class Preview Animation is the art of bringing your drawings to life! Whether you’re interested in traditional animation, game animation, anime, 3D animation, … Continue reading 02/25 Friday Afternoon Animation with Aedan Ciganek
Saturday February 8th 10am - 12pm At the Wallkill River Center for the Arts $60, $55 Members Come and join me in this fun relaxed boho charm bracelet workshop suitable for all levels. You will have access to a large array of colorful enamel charms and beads to create your own one of kind charm … Continue reading 02/08/2025 Boho Charm Bracelet Workshop with Janet Baskerville
Saturday, February 8th 3:00 - 5:00 pm WRCA is pleased to present this annual exhibition showcasing the diverse talents of our members and teachers. Join us in the galleries on Saturday, February 8th from 3 – 5 pm to view the works and meet the artists. Vote for your favorite artwork while enjoying light refreshments … Continue reading Members & Teachers Reception
