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SUMMARY:Fiber Arts & Sewing for Homeschoolers with Emily Bennison
DESCRIPTION:Fiber Arts & Sewing for Homeschoolers with Emily Bennison \nWednesdays\, April 1\, 8\, 15\, 29 and May 6\, 13\, 20\, 27  (8 weeks) from 10:00 am – 11:30 am  \nStudents are encouraged to continue working on their sewing projects in process for the first few classes and then… into an exploration of Fiber Arts! \n Explore the diverse techniques of fiber art\, including weaving\, wool felting\, fabric dying\, Knitting\, and embroidery. This class will emphasize process-based discovery\, encouraging curiosity and problem-solving as students navigate new tools and techniques.  Alongside technical development\, the course highlights contemporary textile artists and are encouraged to use personal narratives\, cultural references\, and sensory experience as inspiration for their creations. \n$200 (+$10 materials fee paid directly to instructor on first class) \nCLASS REGISTRATION
URL:https://wickfordart.org/event/fiber-arts-sewing-for-homeschoolers-with-emily-bennison/2026-05-06/
CATEGORIES:Art Classes,Homeschool Classes,Onsite Classes,Youth Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Bennison":MAILTO:emilyelizabethbennison@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T180000
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SUMMARY:Painting Floral Abundance with Sarah Hirsch
DESCRIPTION:Painting Floral Abundance with Sarah Hirsch \nWednesdays\, May 20\, June 3\, 10\, 17 and July 8 from 3:00pm – 6:00pm (5 classes) \n**Welcoming Adults and Teens/Intermediate and Advanced** \nThere’s nothing quite like the  show nature puts on in summer\, with flowers blooming n a joyful riot of new colors each week! This painting class is mixed media and mixed level: you are welcome and welcome to use oils. acrylic\, gouache\, or watercolor – or swap around week to week. \nWe’ll bring in fresh flowers from the garden and our favorate photos\, and learn strategies about painting from life and from references.  We will learn color theory\, mixing\, and elements of compostion and apply it all to a bounty of blooms.  \nMaterials List (students bring their supplies) \nSince the class is a mix of different paint media\, each student will be responsible for bringing the supplies they need fro their paint choice. For example\, if you would like to wor with watercolors and inks\, you will need to bring your watercolor paints\, so brushes\, a pad of paper\, ink pens\, a pencil to sketch\, etc.  If you are working with oils or acrylics\, please bring your paints\, palette\, brushes\, and a couple canvases or a pad of canvas paper or  prepared boards. \nThe number of paintings depends entirely on each person’s mood and speed each day; however\, it is recommended to have enough paper/canvases to paint on about 1-2 per class\, in case things get wet and you want to hop over onto a new painting while waiting for one to dry.  So for the five weeks\, a supply of between 5-10 surfaces of different sizes. \n$200 Members | $230 Non-members  \nCLASS REGISTRATION – CURRENT MEMBERS \nCLASS REGISTRATION – NON-MEMBERS
URL:https://wickfordart.org/event/painting-floral-abunance-with-sarah-hirsch/2026-05-20/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Art Classes,Onsite Classes,Youth Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T160000
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CREATED:20260320T205527Z
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SUMMARY:String HeART Creations with Ashley Edes
DESCRIPTION:String HeART Creations with Ashley Edes \nSaturday\, May 23rd from 12:00 – 4:00 PM (1 class) \nAges 10 – Adult (Fun for everyone!)  \nIn this relaxed\, hands-on workshop\, I guide you step-by-step through creating your own geometric string art piece on a prepared 8×8 wood panel. After selecting seven thread colors for seven layered passes\, you’ll learn simple techniques and tips to build a striking design while exploring color and pattern. With chill background music setting the tone\, the class encourages a calm\, creative atmosphere where the\nprocess becomes almost meditative. I’ll be there throughout to help you over the learning curve and support you at every step. By the end of the session\, you’ll leave with a finished piece and the skills to continue experimenting with string art. \nMaterials Supplied by Instructor:\n20cm x 20cm/~8in x 8in\, 3/4″ Wood board\, painted\, varnished\, and pre-set\ndesign with nails hammered in.\nOver 300 colored metallic polyester threads to choose from and white glow-\nin-the-dark polyester thread.\nOptional acrylic paint for nail heads & hanging fasteners to install at\nhome. \n$80 Members | $110 Non-members (+ $10 Materials Fee to Instructor)  \nCLASS REGISTRATION – CURRENT MEMBERS \nCLASS REGISTRATION – NON-MEMBERS
URL:https://wickfordart.org/event/string-heart-creations-with-ashley-edes/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Art Classes,Onsite Classes,Youth Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Edes":MAILTO:ashleyamazingstringtheory3737@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T090000
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SUMMARY:SUMMER CAMP\, Exploring Contemporary Artists with Emily Bennison
DESCRIPTION:SUMMER CAMP\, Exploring Contemporary Artists with Emily Bennison \nAges 6-12 \nMonday-Friday\, June 22\, 23\, 24\, 25\, 26\, 2026 (From 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)  \nThis summer at the Wickford Art Association\, young artists are invited to dive into a vibrant\, hands-on exploration of the contemporary art world. This isn’t just a traditional craft camp; it’s a creative laboratory where students connect with the powerful voices of today to find their own.\nA Focus on Contemporary Visionaries:  Students will draw direct inspiration from a diverse lineup of groundbreaking artists whose work defines the modern era. We will explore the narrative textiles of Bisa Butler\, the regal and botanical portraiture of Kehinde Wiley\, and the conceptual photography of Cindy Sherman. The curriculum also dives into the high-energy\, graphic lines of Keith Haring and the transformative\, wearable sculptures of Nick Cave. By studying these icons\, campers learn that art is a living\, breathing conversation about identity\, movement\, and the world around them.\nOur goal is to foster a supportive environment where “mistakes” are celebrated as discoveries. Each project is designed to help campers hone their foundational skills while ensuring their final pieces are deeply meaningful and uniquely their own. By the end of the session\, every student will have developed a portfolio that reflects a newfound confidence in their creative voice.\nBe sure to pack a snack for your camper! \n$230\n(+$15 materials fee paid directly to instructor on first class) \nCLASS REGISTRATION  \n 
URL:https://wickfordart.org/event/summer-camp-exploring-contemporary-artists-with-emily-bennison/2026-06-22/
CATEGORIES:Art Classes,Onsite Classes,Youth Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Bennison":MAILTO:emilyelizabethbennison@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T100000
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SUMMARY:If The Shoe Fits with Lisa May Tobin
DESCRIPTION:If The Shoe Fits with Lisa May Tobin \nMonday\, July 13 & Tuesday\, July 14 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (2 classes) \nTeens – Adults \nCreating paper sculpture!  Pick your favorite style of footwear in this class and you’ll be able to create in handmade paper a pair of shoes that will be a knock out artwork for your home or as a gift for a lucky somebody! After choosing from heels\, cowboy boots or high top sneakers you’ll learn the techniques of taking beaten plant fiber to “pull” sheets that are applied to the forms. In class 2 the shoe is removed from the dried cast paper and decorated. Not only stunning\, they can be functional as bookends\, doorstops\, and unique containers! \n$80 Members | $110 Non-Members $10 Material Fee to Instructor \nCLASS REGISTRATION – CURRENT MEMBERS \nCLASS REGISTRATION – NON-MEMBERS \n 
URL:https://wickfordart.org/event/if-the-shoe-fits-with-lisa-may-tobin/2026-07-13/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Art Classes,Onsite Classes,Youth Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa May Tobin":MAILTO:lisamaytobin@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T100000
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SUMMARY:Scratchboard in Color and Black & White with Laura Victore
DESCRIPTION:Scratchboard in Color and Black & White with Laura Victore \nSaturday\, July 25th from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (1 class with 1 Hour Lunch Break) \nAges 16 – Adult (Fun for everyone!)  \nIn this workshop you will learn various techniques in using professional grade Scratchboards. We will review tools and how to apply reference imagery as well as how to apply abstract designs in black and white to this versatile medium. You will also explore how to mix inks and create a variety of colors to add to your textures to achieve a final 11”x14” scratchboard rendering that you will take home. The instructor will provide many necessary materials which you will take home as a kit\, so you may continue your creative artist journey using this exquisite drawing material. \nProfessional grade Scratchboard is made of a thin layer of black india ink over an absorbent white kaolin clay layer which can be etched into using a variety of sharp tools. Scratchboard can be used to yield highly detailed\, precise and verified textured artworks. We will also apply Dr. Ph. Martins Fine Art Watercolor to enhance the artworks. The final works are also easy to frame\, since the clay and ink layers are on Masonite board. \n$95 Members | $125 Non-members (+ $15 Materials Fee to Instructor)  \nCLASS REGISTRATION – CURRENT MEMBERS \nCLASS REGISTRATION – NON-MEMBERS
URL:https://wickfordart.org/event/scratchboard-in-color-and-black-white-with-laura-victore/
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Art Classes,Onsite Classes,Youth Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Victore":MAILTO:laura@lauravictore.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T120000
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SUMMARY:SUMMER CAMP Our Big Beautiful World: Nature Journaling for Kids with Susan Sward
DESCRIPTION:SUMMER CAMP Our Big Beautiful World: Nature Journaling for Kids with Susan Sward \nAges 7 – 12 \nMonday – Friday\, July 27\, 28\, 29\, 30\, 31 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nThis engaging summer art experience invites young artists and explorers to discover the beauty of the natural world. Led by natural science illustrator and retired public school teacher Susan Sward\, students will explore the outdoors at North Kingstown Town Beach and its surrounding park. \nGuided by curiosity\, students will observe\, collect\, and examine natural specimens\, then record their discoveries in personal art journals using pencil and watercolor pencils. Each day encourages close observation\, creativity\, and a deeper connection to nature. \nPack a snack for your camper! \n$230 | + $15 Supply fee (Payment made to instructor) \nCLASS REGISTRATION \n 
URL:https://wickfordart.org/event/summer-camp-our-big-beautiful-world-nature-journaling-for-kids-with-susan-sward/2026-07-27/
CATEGORIES:Art Classes,Onsite Classes,Youth Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Sward":MAILTO:sue.sward@gmail.com
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