Name: SUMMER CAMP Our Big Beautiful World: Nature Journaling for Kids with Susan Sward
Start: 2026-07-29T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-07-29T12:00:00-04:00

June 2026
How to Plan and Pack for Plein Air Painting

June 4 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

How to Plan and Pack for Plein Air Painting Thursday, June 4th - 6:30PM Step into the great outdoors with confidence as artists Sheila Newquist and Jesse Hashagen pull back the curtain on the art of preparing for plein air painting. Whether you’re boarding a plane for a creative getaway or scouting the perfect hidden gem right here in our own backyard, Jesse and Sheila will break down the essential logistics of painting on the move. Through a side-by-side look at their specialized oil and watercolor setups, you’ll discover how to streamline your kit, pack like a pro, and identify the best locations for capturing the light and environment. Join us for an evening of practical...
SUMMER CAMP, Exploring Contemporary Artists with Emily Bennison

June 26 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm SUMMER CAMP, Exploring Contemporary Artists with Emily Bennison

SUMMER CAMP, Exploring Contemporary Artists with Emily Bennison Ages 6-12 Monday-Friday, June 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 2026 (From 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) This 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...
Coastal Scenes in Acrylic, Oil or Watercolor with Ann Bianchi

June 27 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Coastal Scenes in Acrylic, Oil or Watercolor with Ann Bianchi

Coastal Scenes in Acrylic, Oil or Watercolor with Ann Bianchi Saturdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27 (4 classes) from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Suitable for all levels. Be inspired by the calming beauty of coastal scenes in this relaxing painting class. Choose your favorite medium—acrylic, oil, or watercolor—and capture the sights that remind you...
July 2026
Painting Floral Abundance with Sarah Hirsch

July 8 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Painting Floral Abundance with Sarah Hirsch

Painting Floral Abundance with Sarah Hirsch Wednesdays, May 20, June 3, 10, 17 and July 8 from 3:00pm - 6:00pm (5 classes) **Welcoming Adults and Teens/Intermediate and Advanced** There'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...
If The Shoe Fits with Lisa May Tobin

July 14 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm If The Shoe Fits with Lisa May Tobin

If The Shoe Fits with Lisa May Tobin Monday, July 13 & Tuesday, July 14 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 classes) Teens - Adults Creating 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...
3-Day Plein Air Painting Workshop with Sam Allerton Green & Bill Lane

July 17 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 3-Day Plein Air Painting Workshop with Sam Allerton Green

3-Day Plein Air Painting Workshop with Sam Allerton Green & Bill Lane July 15, 16, 17 from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM (3 day workshop) Sam Allerton Green & Bill Lane teach together during their workshops. They both start with a demo of the same scene so that students can witness and learn from their...
Reflecting on Reflections with Shane Gutierrez

July 22 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Reflecting on Reflections with Shane Gutierrez

Reflecting on Reflections with Shane Gutierrez Wednesdays, June 17, 24 and July 8, 15, 22 (off-site/locations TBA) 2026 from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm (5 classes) This short class invites students to re-imagine and blur the lines of landscape and still life. Working with reflective surfaces, students create an intentional interruption between the real and...
Open Studio

July 23 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Open Studio

Looking for a relaxed, inspiring space to work on your art? Join us for Open Studio, held on most Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Please contact the gallery at (401) 294-6840 to confirm availability This is a non-structured environment where you have the freedom to work on your own projects, whether you’re painting,...
Scratchboard in Color and Black & White with Laura Victore

July 25 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Scratchboard in Color and Black & White with Laura Victore

Scratchboard in Color and Black & White with Laura Victore Saturday, July 25th from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (1 class with 1 Hour Lunch Break) Ages 16 - Adult (Fun for everyone!) In this workshop you will learn various techniques in using professional grade Scratchboards. We will review tools and how to apply reference...
Summer Pastels with Ann Bianchi

July 26 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Summer Pastels with Ann Bianchi

Summer Pastels with Ann Bianchi Sundays, July 19 & July 26 from 11:00AM–2:00PM (2 classes) All experience levels are welcome. Enjoy this two-day Pastel Art class with Ann, which offers participants the opportunity to create using various types of chalk and oil pastels while exploring many pastel techniques and unique styles. Whether you love working...
Real Flowers, Only Painted with Patricia D’Ambra

July 27 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Real Flowers, Only Painted with Pat D’Ambra

Real Flowers, Only Painted with Patricia D'Ambra Mondays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 Aug 3, 10 from 1:00-4:00 PM (6 classes) Intermediate to Advanced Levels Only In this workshop, students will explore the art of painting flowers with realistic detail and dynamic, eye‑catching composition. We’ll focus on creating striking contrast between vivid, delicate blooms and...
SUMMER CAMP Our Big Beautiful World: Nature Journaling for Kids with Susan Sward

July 29 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm SUMMER CAMP Our Big Beautiful World: Nature Journaling for Kids with Susan Sward

SUMMER CAMP Our Big Beautiful World: Nature Journaling for Kids with Susan Sward Ages 7 - 12 Monday - Friday, July 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM This engaging summer art experience invites young artists and explorers to discover the beauty of the natural world. Led by natural science illustrator...

June 2026

July 2026