Organization Overview
Events
Art Contest: Seek Sanctuary
Friday, September 18, 2020 - Friday, October 30, 2020
All Day
In recent months, we have all discovered a new (or renewed) appreciation for nature and community. Artists of all ages are invited to share their artistic view of an outdoor sanctuary within the City of Rye inspired by nature. Photos, paintings and videos must be within the boundaries of the City of Rye, including but not limited to the outdoor green spaces of our sponsors and partners
Free Online Performance: Play With Your Food
Wednesday, October 21, 2020
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Play With Your Food has been charming audiences for years with their intimate readings of one-act plays performed by a wonderful cast of professional actors. This fall through the generous sponsorship of Julia B. Fee Sotheby's International Realty & Fiona Dogan, Realtor we invite you to enjoy a free performance from the comfort of your home.
Meet the Artist: Brigitte Loritz
Saturday, November 21, 2020
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us in celebration of incredible artist, RAC Instructor, and beloved friend, Brigitte Loritz. A selection of her vast body of work is currently on view in The Rye Arts Center’s gallery. Enjoy some in-person time with her to talk about her work and process
Online Artisan Boutique
Monday, November 23, 2020 - Tuesday, December 1, 2020
All Day
The Rye Arts Center presents its third annual Artisan Boutique...this time it's entirely online! Get a head start on holiday shopping, find unique treasures to brighten your home, or treat yourself to something special!
Classes, Workshops
Loosen Up And Paint: A BYOB Night Out! (In-Person)
Thursday, October 22, 2020
6:15 pm - 9:00 pm
BYOB and join us for an evening of self-expression through paint! No paint-by-numbers, no pressure to be perfect – workshop will start with a simple still-life and progress from there. Participants will be encouraged to work at their own pace, and in their own style. No experience necessary; if you've never picked up a paintbrush, make this the first time! All supplies included. (remember, BYOB!)
Virtual Adult Workshop: How To Paint Crashing Waves In Watercolor
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
In this workshop series Peggy Kirkwood will touch on essential watercolor techniques to help improve student's overall journey with watercolor! Each week a different technique/topic is tackled.
Loosen Up And Paint: A BYOB Night Out! (In-Person)
Thursday, November 12, 2020
6:15 pm - 9:00 pm
BYOB and join us for an evening of self-expression through paint! No paint-by-numbers, no pressure to be perfect – workshop will start with a simple still-life and progress from there. Participants will be encouraged to work at their own pace, and in their own style. No experience necessary; if you've never picked up a paintbrush, make this the first time! All supplies included. (remember, BYOB!)
Kids Workshop: Make A Koala With Polymer Clay (In-Person)
Saturday, December 5, 2020
2:30 pm
Make a fun koala! Using polymer clay you will learn how to make simple shapes with clay and put them together to form a cute sculpture. All projects will be baked at home with simple instructions included with each project.
