Black Artists in the Spotlight: Currents of CreativityWe are thrilled to announce the eagerly anticipated launch of this exhibition at The Rye Arts Center – "Black Artists in the Spotlight: Currents of Creativity."  in honor of Black History Month, curated by Kicki Storm.This compelling showcase is our tribute to the richness of the Black Artistic Experience. It will...

An Evening of Jazz: Monte Croft & The Jones Factor at The Rye Arts CenterFriday, February 2nd at 8:00pmThe Jones Factor is a 10-piece funk, fusion, jazz ensemble that draws its players from diverse musical backgrounds who have played with Frank Sinatra, Elton John, The Village Vanguard Orchestra, Diana Ross, and so many more. The...

Cereal Box Collage Workshop at The Rye Arts CenterSaturday, February 3rd, 1:00pm - 3:00pm for ages 6 and upMake Art with American Pop Artist Michael Albert. Albert will run two sessions of his famous Modern Pop Art Experience at the Rye Arts Center. Each session includes a Short Artist Introduction, Hands-On Cereal Box Collage Workshop...

Light Up Valentine's Day Card Workshop at The Rye Arts CenterTuesday, February 6th, 5:00pm - 6:30pm for ages 9 - 12Make your Valentine light up with these unique cards! Create a card using collage and markers, then learn how to wire small electrical tape, batteries and led lights to create a special card that lights...

BYOB Paint Night: Still Life Painting Workshop at The Rye Arts CenterThursday, February 8th, 6:30pm - 9:00pm for ages 21+Create your very own Still Life painting. In this workshop, you will learn how still life artists make their paintings so engaging. Artists use color, shading, depth and scale to create beautiful enriching still life paintings....

Senior Social Program - Drawing & Painting at The Rye Arts CenterThursday, February 8th, 1:00pm - 2:30pmWelcome Seniors to a free community based drawing and painting class. Teaching artist Ann Ladd will share her wealth of information on drawing and painting to create a fun engaging class. All levels welcome. Various techniques will be discussed...

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Figure Drawing w/ Live Model Workshop at The Rye Arts CenterSaturday, February 17th, 1:00pm - 4:00pm for ages 18+Working with a clothed model, we will focus on getting the big abstracted shape relationships down quickly. The first hour will be fast poses to warm up, the rest of the class will be longer poses. Using...

Instagram for Beginners Workshop at The Rye Arts CenterTuesday, February 27th from 10:00am - 12:00pmTaught by Liz Woods from Ryemarkable MomsOVERVIEW: In working with hundreds of local business owners, Liz is asked three questions over and over:“How do I make my profile stand out?”“How do I make posts that get engagement?”“How do I gain followers?”Instagram has...

Senior Social Program - Drawing & Painting at The Rye Arts CenterThursday, February 22nd, 1:00pm - 2:30pmWelcome Seniors to a free community based drawing and painting class. Teaching artist Ann Ladd will share her wealth of information on drawing and painting to create a fun engaging class. All levels welcome. Various techniques will be discussed...

Character Development Workshop at The Rye Arts CenterSaturday, March 2nd, 1:00pm - 3:00pm for ages 10-15This fun workshop is for beginners who want to write and illustrate their own story. You will learn how to create your own character, setting, and develop your plot by using your imagination. Exercises will be given to encourage your...