Colored Pencil Workshop with Ann Bianchi Sunday February 22nd from 11:00AM–2:00PM (1 class) Enjoy this workshop designed for artists of all levels to develop and refine their skills with colored pencils. Ann will introduce many techniques for drawing, blending, and layering colors specific to Oil based pencils ,Wax based pencils and Watercolor pencils. Participants will enjoy contour drawing...
Fashion Design for Homeschoolers with Emily Bennison Wednesdays, Jan 21, 28, Feb 11, 25, Mar 4 (5 weeks) from 10:00 am - 11:30 am Ever wonder what it takes to be a fashion designer? Explore different trends and styles of clothing throughout the ages to inspire your own original designs. Delve into all things fashion...
Dynamics & Movement in Oils with Sarah Hirsch Wednesdays, Feb 11, 18, 25, Mar 4, 18, 25 from 3:00pm-6:00pm (6 classes) (Welcoming Adults and Teens / Intermediate and Advanced) How do you coax a painting to come alive? What gives it that special something that stops you in your tracks? Working with different frameworks of...
Light Fantastic with Betsey MacDonald Tuesdays, March 17, 24, 31 & April 7 from 10:00AM–1:00PM (4 classes) Intermediate to Advanced Levels 'To me, every square inch of a painting space is about light and dark. Understanding light is the foundation of our art. Without it there is no contrast, no color, no vision. In this...
Fabric and Fiber Collage with Ann Bianchi Saturday, April 11 & 18 from 11:00AM–1:30PM (2 classes) Mixed Media Collage art is colorful and textural with lots of surprises! We’ll create...
Fearless Color: Relaxed Watercolor Mixing with Victoria Bishop Sundays April 26 and May 3 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM (2 classes) Intermediate Class Description: Watercolor mixing can feel mysterious—even intimidating. In this relaxed, hands‑on two‑session workshop, students learn how to mix clean, luminous color without fear of creating “mud.” We explore warm and cool color...
Land and Sea, Outdoor Oil Painting with Lisa McAndrews-Morin Saturdays, April 18, 25, May 2, 9 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (4 Classes) Get ready to pack up your painting gear and head outdoors for some SPRING Plein Air painting! There is no substitute for the artistic lessons that can be learned, and the...
INK, FLOW, BLOOM Exploring Florals Using Alcohol Inks with Mary Wojciechowski Saturday, May 16th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm (1 Class) THIS CLASS IS FULL Please email: wickarteducation@gmail.com to...
String HeART Creations with Ashley Edes Saturday, May 23rd from 12:00 - 4:00 PM (1 class) Ages 10 - Adult (Fun for everyone!) In this relaxed, hands-on workshop, I guide you step-by-step through creating your own geometric string art piece on a prepared 8x8 wood panel. After selecting seven thread colors for seven layered passes,...
Fiber Arts & Sewing for Homeschoolers with Emily Bennison Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 29 and May 6, 13, 20, 27 (8 weeks) from 10:00 am - 11:30 am Students are encouraged to continue working on their sewing projects in process for the first few classes and then... into an exploration of Fiber Arts! Explore...
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 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...