Happy Sunday!

This is a quick update for the week because April classes start this week; there's still time to register!  

April Art Exhibit is installed, and the Art Reception is THIS WEEK! 

We will send another email SHORTLY with information about our upcoming event at Appalachian Mountain Brewery, our next Art Talk (third Friday of the Month), Summer Art programming, and more. 

Cheers Y'all! 

April Exhibition

Bold Palettes

Exhibition timeline: April 6 - April 30

Opening Reception:

April 12, 5-7 pm

Join us for the opening reception! Enjoy good company, fresh artwork, music, and refreshments!

Artists: 

Matt Crinkley - [email protected] 

Kayla Reische - [email protected] 

Theresa Redmond - [email protected] 

The Watauga County Arts Council is pleased to announce our April Exhibition celebrating the arrival of spring and the explosion of color, where we invited artists Matt Crinkley, Kayla Reische, and Theresa Redmond to explore the realms of Bright Colors, Abstraction, and the essence of Spring. This is an exhibition showcasing creativity, experimentation with bold palettes, and a deep dive into the world of abstract expression.

Opening Receptions are now the 2nd Friday of every month from 5 pm - 7 pm!

ART EDUCATION

APRIL CLASSES START THIS WEEK! 

Watercolor Landscapes and Florals

Instructor: Amalia Yosefa

Watercolor Landscapes and Florals" invites artists of all levels to immerse themselves in the fluid, expressive world of watercolor. This course emphasizes a gentle approach, allowing participants to explore and develop their skills. Students will learn to let their intuition guide their brush, resulting in vibrant, dynamic pieces that resonate with the spontaneous spirit of watercolor.

"Slow Stitch"

Instructor: Pamela

No experience needed. Learn the art of intuitive stitching, this technique can be applied to patchwork, clothing and accessory enhancements, or it stand alone designs that can be frames.

Lets Make a Mirror

Instructor: Cindy Michaud 

Only 2 spaces left! This class is for people who have some experience with mosaics. Make a mosaic mirror. 

Oil Painting Open Studio

Erin Banks/Studio Support

This studio time is for people who want to commit to their oil painting practice with a group of fellow oil painters. Some oil painting experience necessary because there will not be an active instruction. WAC will have some supplies available, however participants will need to bring their own paper or canvas.

Kids, Middle School, and Teen Studios 

Instructor: Erin Banks

We will be offering art studio classes for all age groups through April and May. These classes will provide instruction and prompts in a variety of mediums and techniques and will also give students space to expand their personal interests and strengths as desired. You can sign up for all classes or call and register over the phone to prorate for the number of classes you desire. 

An Enormous Tiny Art Retreat Workshop

Instructor: Theresa Redmond

Participants will be guided in a medley of visual journaling and expressive writing, making spreads in your journal that bring forth your artist within.

You’ll have the opportunity to use a variety of art materials– from acrylic paints to collages– that are open and accessible for any level of experience.

Expressive Arts Studio

Instructor Jasmine Smith

You can elect to take this FREE studio class on a day-by-day basis, but please register online by 11 am to let us know to expect you. This inclusive and inspiring program invites individuals of all skill levels to discover the joy of creating art in a welcoming and supportive environment. In this class, students will be given exercises and guided through expressive arts prompts as a group.

Register today!

Summer Plans: 

Due to our bustling community group schedule and the small spaces our building offers, we have determined that we will not offer traditional summer camps. This summer, we will offer weekly summer studio classes for all ages. Registration for Summer Studio will be released SOON! You can come to as many or as few as you like, as long as there is space.

Arts Accessible for All:

We value the experience of art instructors, so offering them fair compensation is essential to us. We must charge for our classes because we are a nonprofit and do not have a funding source to pay instructors out-of-pocket. 

We believe the arts should be accessible for ALL, regardless of means or ability. If you want to take a class but cannot afford it, please fill out a scholarship form, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We offer full and partial scholarships, as well as sibling discounts, upon request.  

Donors, please let us know if you want to support our scholarship program! 

See full list of Classes and Register

Call for Art

Deadline Extended! - How we care ~ Visualizing our loving community

How might our photographs hold the tenderness and complexities of our connections, both human and beyond? What does it look like to nurture and care for those relationships? 

How can we create images that allow us to dream of a future where these interconnections are our most cherished commitment?

Thank you to guest curator Shauna Caldwell for organizing this thoughtful exhibit. 

Call for Photogrpahy: 

For consideration, please submit all works by midnight on April 12th.

Artists will be notified of acceptance by April 16th.

More Info and Submit Your Work