Would you like to exhibit with us? WRCA accepts applications from artists and curators for exhibition proposals which are reviewed by the curatorial committee. Currently, we are no longer accepting proposals for the 2026 exhibition schedule; applications for 2027 exhibitions will open shortly. Please check back for the 2027 exhibition application to open (anticipated early … Continue reading 2027 Exhibition Proposals
2025 Artist & Joint Artist Members are invited to hang one piece in our Monthly Hallway Exhibits. Themes are suggested and artwork does not need to conform to the themes listed below. All pieces, including the frame must be smaller than 16x16 inches and be ready to hang with a wire. Saw tooth and other … Continue reading Submit Monthly: 2025 Hallway Exhibits
WRCA CONCERTS: The Arthur Patchett Memorial Music Series features four to six concerts per year with an emphasis on original compositions, novel arrangements, and mixed discipline creativity. We use non-traditional venues such as organic farms, historic buildings, bookstores - to name a few - throughout the region. The concept is that each concert will be … Continue reading Performing Artist Application
Tuesdays 9:30-12:00 This 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. Participants 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 … Continue reading Senior Drop In
THEME & GUIDELINES All 2026 Members - new and renewing - may join this exhibit. To become a 2026 WRCA MEMBER and for member levels and related benefits, CLICK HERE DATES Drop-off of artwork: by Sunday, January 4, 2026 Exhibition dates: January 10 – February 15, 2026 Opening Reception: Saturday, January 10, 3-5 PM Pick-up … Continue reading CALL FOR ARTWORK | 2026 Annual Members’ Exhibit
Sundays, 10 am - 12 pm January 4, 11, 18, and 25 $120, $100 Members ($90 to skip Intro. Day) The first day of the month’s session - 01/4/26 - 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. … Continue reading Beginning Watercolor with Stephanie Snyder | Jan. 2026
Monday afternoons, 12:30 - 3 pm January 5, 12, 19 $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 … Continue reading Int/Adv Drawing with William Noonan | Jan. 2026
Tuesday afternoons, 1-3 pm January 6, 13, 20 and 27 At 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 … Continue reading Acrylic Painting with Nancy Reed Jones | Jan. 2026
Tuesdays 9:30-12:00 This 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. Participants 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 … Continue reading Senior Drop In
Friday January 9 6:30 - 8:30 pm $40 without materials, $60 with all materials supplied 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 basic principles of oil painting … Continue reading Intro to Oil with William Noonan
Saturday mornings, 9:30 am - 12 pm January 10, 17, 24th $120, $105 for Members For beginner, intermediate, and advanced students. The instructor’s main medium is oils but any painting medium is welcome in this class. Students are encouraged to follow their own stylistic inclinations while learning and practicing the basic rules of: drawing … Continue reading Oil Painting with William Noonan | Jan. 2026
The Wallkill River Center for the Arts is pleased to present this annual exhibition showcasing the diverse talents of our members, on view January 10 – February 15, 2026. Artists' Reception: Saturday, January 10th, 3 - 5 pm Join us in the galleries on opening day to view the works and meet the artists. Vote … Continue reading OPENING RECEPTION | 2026 Annual Members’ Exhibit
Tuesdays 9:30-12:00 This 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. Participants 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 … Continue reading Senior Drop In
Thursday mornings, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm January 15, 22, 29th $130, $115 members Working from live specimens learn to accurately draw plant/floral specimens in a unique composition on hot press watercolor paper. Suggested plants include orchids, or other potted plants that will last for 3 weeks. Learn how to transfer your graphite painting … Continue reading Botanical Drawing with Graphite and Watercolor Pencils with Roberta Rosenthal | Jan. 2026
Friday Evening, 5:30 - 8:30 pm January 16th Ages 16+ $50 This painted paper printmaking night introduces a range of techniques and materials, including gelli plate printing, and various textures and mediums in the printmaking processes. Participants will work with gelli plates to produce multi-layered, colorful, and textured monoprints. All materials and instructions will be … Continue reading Painted Papers and Printmaking with Jodi Doster
Tuesdays 9:30-12:00 This 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. Participants 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 … Continue reading Senior Drop In
Friday January 23 6:30 - 8:30 pm $40 without materials, $60 with all materials supplied 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 basic principles of oil painting … Continue reading Intro to Oil with William Noonan
Tuesdays 9:30-12:00 This 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. Participants 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 … Continue reading Senior Drop In
Sundays, 10 am - 12 pm February 1, 8, 15, and 22 $120, $100 Members ($90 skip Intro. Day) The first day of the month’s session - 02/1/26 - 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. … Continue reading Beginning Watercolor with Stephanie Snyder | Feb. 2026