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The Watercolor Pages with Grace McEnaney – Winter 2026

5 weeks

Please note that the first class on Sunday, February 1 will run from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, and the remaining classes will run from 12:45 PM to 3:15 PM

  • Sunday, February 1 | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM 
  • Sundays, 12:45 PM to 3:15 PM | February 8, 15, 22, March 1 and March 8 (bonus optional class)                                                                  

Location: Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Rd, Washington, CT 06793

The Watercolor Pages Design, Technique & Flow

The Watercolor Pages is a five-week introduction to the watercolor medium where we will take a deep dive into the concepts of Design, Technique and Flow. You will see how these three ideas become the foundation of our watercolor practice.

We will explore values, washes, blending, watering off, textures, layers, negative painting, lifting, color theory and more through fun and beautiful exercises using our jewel toned pigments and water.

As your creative intuition develops, you will feel yourself transforming into becoming an artist. At the end of the five weeks, you will have a beautiful journal, frameable works of art and the ultimate joy of fulfilling your dream of being a watercolor painter.

Bonus optional class on March 8 to assemble journal together.

Let your Sundays truly become a day of rest and relaxation with our winter watercolor class.

Cancellation Policy

Participants who withdraw from a class must request a refund or credit more than 14 days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund or credit (minus a $20 cancellation fee or 10% for one-day workshops). Participants who cancel a registration between 8 and 14 days prior to the start of the class may receive a 50% refund or credit. Participants who cancel a registration less than 7 days prior to the start of the class will not receive a refund or credit.

Washington Art Association does not offer prorating for classes, and there are no make-ups, credits or refunds if a student misses a class.

Membership fees are non-refundable.

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Emotive Drawing Workshop with Moira Kelly (Saturday February 7 and 14 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

2 sessions

  • Saturday, February 7  | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
  • Saturday, February 14  | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM 

Location: Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT 06793 

Drawing expressly from your innate feelings and with the scope of your body, this workshop results in surprising elements which will liberate your art practice or introduce you to new imaginative freedom. Artists and non-artists welcome.
 
Course Materials: 
  • Soft vine charcoal
  • 1 plain candle (unscented and uncolored)
  • Soft drawing pencils (4B – 6B)
  • Paper Cold pressed Arches or equivalent. Large( about 28 x32 inches). At least one sheet. White or off white
 
Photo Credit: Joy Brown. Emotive Drawing. 2023. 28 x 32 inches
 
 
Moira Kelly is an artist, teacher and curator. Born in England, she now lives in New York State. She was Director of The Air Gallery in London, UK and The Lawndale Art and Performance Center in Houston, TX. She curated the first exhibitions by Andy Goldsworthy, Paula Reno, Nancy Spero and Hugh O’Donnell. She thinks both making art and looking at it to be therapeutic.

Cancellation Policy

Participants who withdraw from a class must request a refund or credit more than 14 days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund or credit (minus a $20 cancellation fee or 10% for one-day workshops).

Participants who cancel a registration between 8 and 14 days prior to the start of the class may receive a 50% refund or credit. Participants who cancel a registration less than 7 days prior to the start of the class will not receive a refund or credit.

Washington Art Association does not offer prorating for classes, and there are no make-ups, credits or refunds if a student misses a class.

Membership fees are non-refundable.

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Get on the Bus to New York City! Sunday, December 7th 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Sunday, December 7th

Departure Time From WAA ♦ 9:00 AM | Departure Time From NYC ♦ 5:00 PM

Price: $85 per person (minimum of 26 participants and maximum of 44 participants)

WAA is hosting a field trip to The Big Apple for a day of museum and gallery hopping, open to members and non-members alike. WAA will provide a charter bus for transport to The Metropolitan Museum of Art 5th Avenue, and attendees may spend the day as they please.

The bus will leave from WAA at 9:00 AM (4 Bryan Hall Plaza, Washington Depot, 06794), and will depart from New York City at 5:00 PM (1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028). The approximate arrival time back at WAA will be 7:00 PM.

Take this opportunity to meet other art enthusiasts and explore Museum Mile at your leisure. Sign up online to reserve your spot before it’s too late!

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Stained Glass Suncatcher Workshop with Sarah Segovia

Thursday, March 12 | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM 

Location: Washington Art Association General Studio

Materials Fee: $25 to Instructor 

In this beginner class, students will learn basic techniques of the stained glass craft. You will create your very own stained glass suncatcher in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

All ages welcome. No experience necessary.

Limit: 8 students

www.fragile-beauty.com

Cancellation Policy

Participants who withdraw from a class must request a refund or credit more than 14 days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund or credit (minus a $20 cancellation fee or 10% for one-day workshops). Participants who cancel a registration between 8 and 14 days prior to the start of the class may receive a 50% refund or credit. Participants who cancel a registration less than 7 days prior to the start of the class will not receive a refund or credit.
Washington Art Association does not offer prorating for classes, and there are no make ups, credits or refunds if a student misses a class. Membership fees are non-refundable.
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Come Master Color for Beautiful Oil Paintings! with Patty Fogle – Winter 2026

8 weeks

Thursdays, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM | January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19 and 26

Location: Washington Art Association General Studio

This class simplifies your understanding of how complementary colors build the complete canvas space to elevate the quality of your artwork. Radiant Light, Atmosphere, Form & Shadow all come from essential contrasts on your palette that allow you to create any personal expression you wish from a suggestion of reality to abstraction.

Quick charcoal sketches help you design the space to see how the pattern of light holds your composition together & serves as a visual map to follow into color. Then your natural brushstrokes transform surface appearance into a poetic interpretation of your original idea with minimal detail.

You’ll be in control of the language of color with the freedom to explore unlimited possibilities. Bring your ongoing artwork for evaluation, or create a new series. All ideas and individual plans are welcome.

Prior experience with the materials is recommended.

https://www.pattykevillefogle.com/

Cancellation Policy

Participants who withdraw from a class must request a refund or credit more than 14 days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund or credit (minus a $20 cancellation fee or 10% for one-day workshops). Participants who cancel a registration between 8 and 14 days prior to the start of the class may receive a 50% refund or credit. Participants who cancel a registration less than 7 days prior to the start of the class will not receive a refund or credit.
Washington Art Association does not offer prorating for classes, and there are no make-ups, credits or refunds if a student misses a class. Membership fees are non-refundable.
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WAASAP! Elementary After-School Art Program: Holiday Gift Making with Brianna Killion – December 2025

2 weeks (Grades 2 – 7)

Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:45 PM to 5:00 PM | December 8, 10, 15 and 17  

Location: Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT 06793

Brianna Killion has cherished a love for art and children since her own childhood in Fargo, North Dakota. From an early age, she dreamed of becoming both a mother and an artist.

After earning a degree in art education from MSUM, Brianna worked as a nanny before becoming an art teacher at Saint Paul Academy. Her journey eventually led her to New York City, but her love for nature drew her to Roxbury, Connecticut, where she and her blossoming family lived for several years before relocating to the quaint inspiring village of New Preston.

Brianna serves as the full-time art teacher for Region 12 schools, including Booth, Burnham, and Washington Primary School, where she teaches Kindergarten through Fifth grade. She finds pure delight in watching students discover and nurture their passion for art.

Brianna’s latest venture, the Washington Art Association School Art Program (WAASAP! for short) aims to be a home away from home for your child. Here, children can create to their hearts’ delight while learning about famous artists and techniques in a nurturing and inspiring environment.

For Region 12 Schools

  • Beginning October 1st, busing is available from Booth and Burnham afterschool, fill out your permission slip by clicking on the appropriate school below.

Booth: Resident Alternate Transportation Request

Burnham: Resident Alternate Transportation Request 

  • For Washington Primary School, a designated WAA staff member will escort children to the Norman Sunshine Center; WSP requires the below form to be filled for each class.

Change in Regular Dismissal Form

Cancellation Policy

Participants who withdraw from a class must request a refund or credit more than 14 days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund or credit (minus a $20 cancellation fee or 10% for one-day workshops). Participants who cancel a registration between 8 and 14 days prior to the start of the class may receive a 50% refund or credit. Participants who cancel a registration less than 7 days prior to the start of the class will not receive a refund or credit.
Washington Art Association does not offer prorating for classes, and there are no make-ups, credits or refunds if a student misses a class. Membership fees are non-refundable.
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Span-Art Program with Marisabel: Winter Crafts on Saturdays – Winter 2026

10 weeks (Ages 5-7)

Saturdays, 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM | January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7 and 14

Location: Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT 06793

Come to enjoy a fun art class where you will learn some basic Spanish with Marisabel Artieda, and create festive art projects, including a little winter village!

Cancellation Policy

Participants who withdraw from a class must request a refund or credit more than 14 days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund or credit (minus a $20 cancellation fee or 10% for one-day workshops).

Participants who cancel a registration between 8 and 14 days prior to the start of the class may receive a 50% refund or credit.

Participants who cancel a registration less than 7 days prior to the start of the class will not receive a refund or credit.

Washington Art Association does not offer prorating for classes, and there are no make-ups, credits or refunds if a student misses a class. Membership fees are non-refundable.

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Span-Art Program with Marisabel: Winter Crafts on Thursdays – December 2025

10 weeks (Ages 5-8)

Thursdays, 3:45 PM to 5:00 PM | December 4, 11 and 18  

Location: Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT 06793

Come to enjoy a fun art class where your children will learn some basic Spanish while they paint! In this unique class, Marisabel Artieda will provide step-by-step guidance on drawing and painting.

For Region 12 Schools: 

  • Beginning October 1st, free busing is available from Booth and Burnham afterschool, fill out your permission slip by clicking on the appropriate school below.

Booth: Resident Alternate Transportation Request

Burnham: Resident Alternate Transportation Request 

  • For Washington Primary School, a designated WAA staff member will escort children to the Norman Sunshine Center; WSP requires the below form to be filled for each class.

Change in Regular Dismissal Form

Cancellation Policy

Participants who withdraw from a class must request a refund or credit more than 14 days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund or credit (minus a $20 cancellation fee or 10% for one-day workshops). Participants who cancel a registration between 8 and 14 days prior to the start of the class may receive a 50% refund or credit. Participants who cancel a registration less than 7 days prior to the start of the class will not receive a refund or credit.
Washington Art Association does not offer prorating for classes, and there are no make-ups, credits or refunds if a student misses a class. Membership fees are non-refundable.
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WAASAP! Elementary After-School Art Program with Brianna Killion – Winter 2026

10 weeks (Grades 2 – 5)

Tuesdays, 3:45 PM to 5:00 PM | January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3 and 10

Wednesdays, 3:45 PM to 5:00 PM | January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 and 11

Location: Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT 06793

 

For Region 12 Schools: 

  • Beginning October 1st, busing is available from Booth and Burnham after school, fill out your permission slip by clicking on the appropriate school below.

Booth: Resident Alternate Transportation Request

Burnham: Resident Alternate Transportation Request

  • For Washington Primary School, a designated WAA staff member will escort children to the Norman Sunshine Center; WSP requires the below form to be filled for each class.

Change in Regular Dismissal Form

 

Brianna Killion has cherished a love for art and children since her own childhood in Fargo, North Dakota. From an early age, she dreamed of becoming both a mother and an artist.

After earning a degree in art education from MSUM, Brianna worked as a nanny before becoming an art teacher at Saint Paul Academy. Her journey eventually led her to New York City, but her love for nature drew her to Roxbury, Connecticut, where she and her blossoming family lived for several years before relocating to the quaint inspiring village of New Preston.

Brianna serves as the full-time art teacher for Region 12 schools, including Booth, Burnham, and Washington Primary School, where she teaches Kindergarten through Fifth grade. She finds pure delight in watching students discover and nurture their passion for art.

Brianna’s latest venture, the Washington Art Association School Art Program (WAASAP! for short) aims to be a home away from home for your child. Here, children can create to their hearts’ delight while learning about famous artists and techniques in a nurturing and inspiring environment.

Cancellation Policy

Participants who withdraw from a class must request a refund or credit more than 14 days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund or credit (minus a $20 cancellation fee or 10% for one-day workshops). Participants who cancel a registration between 8 and 14 days prior to the start of the class may receive a 50% refund or credit. Participants who cancel a registration less than 7 days prior to the start of the class will not receive a refund or credit.
Washington Art Association does not offer prorating for classes, and there are no make-ups, credits or refunds if a student misses a class. Membership fees are non-refundable.
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Introduction to Botanical Art in Colored Pencil with Teri Goetz – Winter 2026

8 weeks

Wednesdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18 and 25

Washington Art Association General Studio

Discover the beauty of plants through art in this beginner-friendly class designed for nature lovers and artists alike. Introduction to Botanical Art in Colored Pencil will guide you step-by-step through the essentials of drawing and coloring botanical subjects with accuracy and artistry. Colored pencils are a versatile, affordable and portable medium that produce stunning illustrations (and clean up is a breeze!). You’ll learn observation skills, basic botanical illustration techniques, and how to layer and blend colored pencils to achieve realistic textures and vibrant hues. By using methodical techniques like tonal variation, light and shadow and building layers, easy to draw shapes will become realistic botanicals.

No prior drawing experience is required—just curiosity and a love of nature. By the end of the course, you’ll have completed your own detailed botanical studies and gained the confidence to continue exploring this timeless art form.

Come join us as we explore the meditative process of colored pencils.

Class minimum of 6 people, maximum of 12.

www.terigoetz.com

Cancellation Policy

Participants who withdraw from a class must request a refund or credit more than 14 days prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund or credit (minus a $20 cancellation fee or 10% for one-day workshops).

Participants who cancel a registration between 8 and 14 days prior to the start of the class may receive a 50% refund or credit.

Participants who cancel a registration less than 7 days prior to the start of the class will not receive a refund or credit.

Washington Art Association does not offer prorating for classes, and there are no make-ups, credits or refunds if a student misses a class.

Membership fees are non-refundable.

 

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