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Hatching Workshop with Nicole Alger (Saturday, May 9 | 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM)
1 day
Saturday, May 9 | 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: *Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT 06793
*Parking is available behind the building.
Limit: 6 students
Intermediate drawing students interested in learning a controlled manner of cross hatching in pencil and charcoal. The approach helps to create more nuanced drawings. We will focus on the portrait for this workshop.
https://nicolealgerpainting.com/
Cancellation Policy
Come Write with Me, Two-Day Workshop with Dorothy Lyman (RESCHEDULED TO Saturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28 | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM)
2 days
Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28 | 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: *Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT 06793
*Parking is available behind the building.
Limit: 8 students (minimum: 6 students)
TELL US YOUR STORY
WRITE YOUR STORY
WRITE YOUR LIFE
COME WRITE WITH ME
Dorothy Lyman. Playwright, actor, monologist and teacher offers an ongoing writing workshop to develop your Memoir. Identify and develop your seminal story, the one only you can tell!
Socrates said “Know Thyself.” What a wealth of discovery is possible in just those 2 words! Memoir, no matter why you write it, illuminates the self. Even if no one ever sees it, you have gotten it out of your system, gained perspective and opens new doors…And just might be surprised at what you discover.
We will write together, hear each other’s work and identify the themes and stories that resonate with each of you.
My goal is to create a community, a web of trust and curiosity about ourselves and our stories.
Cancellation Policy
Field Trip – Private Tour of the Olana Historic House and Grounds (Saturday, April 25th 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM)
Saturday, April 25th
Meet at the Olana State Historic Site ♦ 9:45 AM | Guided Tour ♦ 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Address: Olana State Historic Site
5720 State Route 9G, Hudson, NY 12534
Price: $60
WAA is hosting a field trip to the Olana State Historic Site in Hudson, NY, open to members and non-members alike. Please note that transportation is not included, and attendees are to arrange for their travel to and from the grounds.
Guided tours begin in the historic landscape and continue into the main house to provide an introduction to Frederic Church’s home at Olana. Approach and enter the Historic House as guests of the Church family did, experiencing sweeping views of the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains. For more information, please visit: https://olana.org/plan-your-visit/
Sign up online to reserve your spot before it’s too late!
Advancing Your Personal Artistic Journey with Edward DeVoe (Tuesdays, March 17-May 5, 2026)
8 weeks
- Tuesdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | March 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 5
- Tuesdays, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM | March 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28 and May 5
Location: Washington Art Association General Studio
Whether you are just beginning or ready to find your voice, these classes will quickly advance you towards your personal goals. Mr. DeVoe guides you individually with lectures and demonstrations. Students work in their preferred media, oil, acrylic, watercolor or pastel. Beginners learn quickly how to build a painting with light, atmosphere and form. Learning to draw with the brush is emphasized as is the mixing of color. Composition and design are always analyzed to build solid exciting subjects.
The morning class has subjects set up to work from (students can choose to bring subjects of their own), while the afternoon classes are dedicated to subjects students are building on their own.
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.
Knitting Class for Beginners with Brigitte Fehn (Fridays, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM | March 27-May 1, 2026)
6 weeks
Fridays 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM | March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24 and May 1
Drop-in option available!
Location: *Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT, 06793
*Parking is available behind the building.
In this class you will learn how to: cast on, knit, purl and decrease, and make a hat.
Each student is taught individually at their own experience level.
Course Materials Required
- knitting needles size 6.5 mm (10.5 US)
- 1 ball of chunky yarn
Cancellation Policy
Emotive Drawing Workshops with Moira Kelly (Saturday April 25 and May 2, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
2 sessions –
- Saturday, April 25 | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- Saturday, May 2 | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM [CANCELLED]
Location: *Norman Sunshine Center, 11 Green Hill Road, Washington, CT 06793
Testimonials
- “With her instruction and encouragement, I found it easy to find the emotion behind my drawing hand. I learned to listen to the voice inside directing me to choose and experiment with each crayon, ink or other mark-making tools. I would you say to anyone considering taking this workshop that if you are ridged in your drawing practice, this class will free you to start experimenting from within.” -Lori Barke
- “I liked how Moira urged me and others to reach beyond our comfort zones with each piece we worked on. I learned that the drawings I created during the workshop ended up depicting my psychological state. I would recommend this workshop – it’s great fun and a terrific learning experience on so many levels. I will take it again when it’s offered!” -Rebecca Lambert
Course Materials Required:
- Soft vine charcoal
- 1 plain candle (unscented and uncolored)
- Soft drawing pencils (4B – 6B)
- Paper Cold pressed Arches or equivalent.
- Large( about 28 x 32 in).
- At least one sheet.
- White or off-white
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.
Painting in Oils with Robert Watkins (Saturdays, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM | March 21-May 16, 2026)
8 weeks
Saturdays, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM | March 21, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 and 16
Location: Washington Art Association General Studio
Join us for a traditional painting class using environmentally safe materials. We will focus on mixing colors with a limited palette. Still lives and landscapes will be used to explore the concepts of perspective, composition, and spatial relationships. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class promises to be a supportive environment where creativity flourishes.
Robert Watkins Supply List.pdf
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.
Mixed Media Collage with Heather Neilson [Class Full] (Saturdays, 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM | March 21-April 18, 2026)
5 weeks
Saturdays, 9:30 PM to 12:00 PM | March 21, 28, April 4, 11 and 18
Location: Washington Art Association’s General Studio
There is a $5 Supply Fee payable to the instructor.
Explore creative possibilities in this five-week abstract mixed media collage course. Working with acrylic paint and paper, you’ll begin by creating a library of personal collage materials—painted papers rich with color, texture, pattern, and mark making.
From there, you’ll explore how to combine these elements using key design principles like value, color, shape, and composition. Through a mix of guided exercises and open exploration, you’ll learn how to layer confidently, balance spontaneity with structure, and develop your own visual language.
This course is perfect for artists who want to loosen up, experiment freely, and expand their creative toolkit. Whether you’re new to mixed media or looking to deepen your practice, you’ll leave with fresh ideas, new techniques, and a body of work that’s uniquely yours.
Please note: This is an instructional and cumulative course with no make-up sessions. If you expect to miss more than two classes and are new to the course, consider enrolling at a time when you can attend the majority of sessions.
Heather Neilson’s Mixed Media Collage Supply List
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• Watercolor paper or Mixed Media paper 9×12 140lb (or heavier)
any brand.
• Optional: 2-4 Cradled Wood Panels or other substrates.
Important: instructor will discuss options in the 1st class so it is
recommended to wait to purchase these.
• Acrylic paint – I recommend GOLDEN fluid acrylics but any brand or
type of acrylics is fine. Be sure to have Black and White plus at least
2-3 warm colors (red, oranges, yellows) and 2-3 cool colors (blues,
greens, violets). If you have favorite paint colors, bring them along.
• Glue – Soft gel medium – semi gloss (if you have experience with
collage and have a favorite glue that works well with paper, you can
use that instead)
• Collage materials:
– Sketch Paper
We will be making collage material by painting on your sketch paper
so that you have unique and personal collage fodder.
Please also bring a small collection of other found collage papers to
work with. Some ideas include
– vintage book pages
– vintage music sheets
– wallpaper
– tissue paper
– colorful napkins
– photo copies of personal letters, documents, children’s artwork
Heather will also be bringing some purchased papers for you to use ($5
supply fee covers this plus other miscellaneous supplies)
• Brushes – bring a few nice brushes for paint and one that you will
use primarily for glue. Have a variety of sizes but 1-2 should be at
least a 1/2 – 1 inch wide flat.
• Paper towels (blue shop towels from hardware store are
recommended)
• A palette – options include a palette paper, freezer paper, stay wet
palette, plastic tray or plastic plate. It should be a flat surface. I do
not recommend the small plastic palettes with wells.
• Palette knife (Metal is recommended)
• Scissors
• Container for water for your brushes (eg. a large, plastic yogurt
container)
• a small container (a small yogurt container works well) for your glue
• An old loyalty card or expired credit card for adhering your collage.
Alternatives are a brayer or plastic scraper tools from hardware store
Optional:
– latex gloves
– apron
– glue stick (acid free)
– any other favorite supplies for those with collage experience.
Cancellation Policy
Abstract Painting Level II with Heather Neilson (Fridays, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM | March 20-May 15, 2026)
7 weeks
Fridays, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM | March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, May 8 and 15
Location: Washington Art Association General Studio
Abstract Painting Level II Class Supply List
Designed for regular students of Heather Neilson’s Expressive Abstract Painting course, this advanced class offers a deeper dive into your acrylic abstract painting practice through a mix of new exercises and continued independent exploration. The focus is on loosening up, experimenting, and expanding on what you’ve already learned. You’ll be encouraged to step outside your comfort zone, take creative risks, and approach your work with fresh eyes.
Classes will alternate between guided exercises and independent work sessions, providing both structure and space to explore ideas and develop your own direction.
Students should already feel confident with the fundamentals of value, color, shape, and composition covered in the All Levels Expressive Abstract Painting course, as well as comfortable making independent creative decisions.
Please note: This is an instructional course with no make-up sessions. If you expect to miss more than two classes, please consider enrolling at a time when you can attend the majority of
sessions.
Cancellation Policy
Monotype Printmaking Plus with Anthony Kirk (Fridays, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | March 20-May 8, 2026)
8 weeks
Fridays, 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM | March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1 and 8
Location: Washington Art Association General Studio
Using non-toxic printing inks participants will learn to make monotypes on the studio press as well as experience printing by hand on Japanese paper without a press. The intaglio processes of drypoint, mezzotint and carborundum aquatint will also be taught by the instructor, a leading master printer, and these techniques will be incorporated with the monotype process to create unique monoprints. No solvents are used and clean up is with Dawn detergent and water creating a fume free 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.