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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 
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 
A benefit of membership, WRCA Artist-level Members are invited to hang one piece (two dependent on space) in our changing Hallway Gallery Exhibits. EXHIBITION GUIDELINES Artist-level membership (in good standing.) Not a member but want to participate? JOIN TODAY Artwork must be no larger than 16 x 16 inches (including the frame), properly framed, … Continue reading 2026 Artist-Member Exhibits (Hallway Gallery) 
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
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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. The Peoples Choice Awards - voted on by the attendees at the opening reception on January 10, 2026 Susan Baldwin, Venice Masks, Pastel - 1st … Continue reading 2026 Annual Members’ Exhibit |
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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 |
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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
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Monday afternoons, 12:30 - 3 pm February 2, 9, 16 $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 | Feb. 2026
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Tuesday afternoons, 1-3 pm February 3, 10, 17 and 24 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 | Feb. 2026
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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 |
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Thursday mornings, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm February 5, 12, 19th $140, $120 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 to … Continue reading Botanical Drawing with Graphite and Watercolor Pencils with Roberta Rosenthal | Feb. 2026
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Friday February 6 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
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Saturday mornings, 9:30 am - 12 pm February 7, 14, 21st $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 | Feb. 2026
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Please join us IN PERSON for WRCA's Annual Members' Meeting on Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 2 pm. Members: If you were a member in 2025 or joined and paid your dues for 2026 by December 31, 2025, please return your BALLOT by email, mail or in person before the meeting date. If there is … Continue reading 2026 Annual Members’ Meeting |
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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 |
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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 |
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Thursday, February 19 6:30 - 8:30 pm At Wallkill River Center for the Arts Delight in creating an elegant watercolor card based on the Japanese principle of Wabi-Sabi. Using a muted palette and simple round and flat brushes, experiment with color fields that will serve as backdrops for your own dramatic effects. Tools like saranwrap, … Continue reading Zen Watercolor Card Workshop with Monica Ostrow
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Friday February 20 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
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The Wallkill River Center for the Arts is pleased to present this annual exhibition showcasing the diverse talents of our teaching artists, on view February 21 - March 22, 2026. ARTISTS' OPENING RECEPTION Saturday, February 21st, 3 - 5 pm Please join us to meet the artists and view the works; light refreshments will … Continue reading 2026 Instructors’ Showcase 
Wallkill River Center for the Arts (WRCA) annual Legacy Exhibit, on view February 21 through March 22, 2026 features two well-loved and dearly missed artists, George Hayes and Gene Bove. George Hayes started painting with what was then the Wallkill River School in 2003, often arriving at plein air class on his motorcycle. “Besides … Continue reading Legacy Exhibit | George Hayes and Gene Bove 
Saturday & Sunday, February 21 & 22, 2026 10 am - 2 pm Two day workshop (4 hours each day) $160, $145 Members Materials included - $180, $165 Members This 2 day workshop will introduce pastels materials, surfaces and techniques while providing time to complete a pastel painting. As well as time to work, … Continue reading Intro to Pastel Workshop with Laura Martinez-Bianco
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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 |
