The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR EVERYONE - ALL LEVELS

JOE FAMA

7 TUESDAYS

July 8 - August 19

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Students will discover the fundamentals needed to capture form, shading, composition, and study values with the three primary colors. Choices of subject matter range from figures, landscape, or still life. You will also be learning how to set up a full palette and how to create a strong compositional design. Students will learn to see and express color, values and the illusion of depth as they take their own photos as a point of inspiration to create their own interpretation rather than a copy.  Classes will include lectures, demonstrations, as well as individual instruction. If you are new to the class, please bring a drawing or painting as a sample of your skill level to the first class. 

Max. 8 students.

member discount available

This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

The murals, designed by Untapped New York’s artist Aaron Asis, are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

The murals, designed by Untapped New York’s artist Aaron Asis, are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.

A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

PORTRAIT DRAWING & PAINTING (with live model) with ANDREW LATTIMORE

6 MONDAYS

July 7 – August 11

9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Program Description

We will be working from a live model. Emphasis will be on lighting, features, values, composition, background, drapery, and anatomy. We’ll focus on developing a technical proficiency in rendering the portrait while working from direct observation. Emphasis on understanding anatomy, proportion, value and form and how it relates to portrait drawing. We will also concentrate on the importance of a well-balanced and a thoughtfully executed piece through understanding composition using both drawing and painting mediums.

Student work will be evaluated daily through individual critiques during class by the instructor.

Highly Recommended Books:

Atlas of Human Anatomy for the Artist, Stephen R. Peck

Perspective Made Easy, Ernest Norling

Suggested Books:

Art and Fear, David Bayles & Ted Orland

Art Spirit, Robert Henri

Supply list on our website

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

PORTRAIT DRAWING & PAINTING (with live model) with ANDREW LATTIMORE

6 MONDAYS

July 7 – August 11

9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Program Description

We will be working from a live model. Emphasis will be on lighting, features, values, composition, background, drapery, and anatomy. We’ll focus on developing a technical proficiency in rendering the portrait while working from direct observation. Emphasis on understanding anatomy, proportion, value and form and how it relates to portrait drawing. We will also concentrate on the importance of a well-balanced and a thoughtfully executed piece through understanding composition using both drawing and painting mediums.

Student work will be evaluated daily through individual critiques during class by the instructor.

Special Notes

• Highly Recommended Books:
• Atlas of Human Anatomy for the Artist, Stephen R. Peck
• Perspective Made Easy, Ernest Norling
• Suggested Books:
• Art and Fear, David Bayles & Ted Orland
• Art Spirit, Robert Henri

Supply list on our website

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR EVERYONE - ALL LEVELS

JOE FAMA

7 TUESDAYS

July 8 - August 19

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Students will discover the fundamentals needed to capture form, shading, composition, and study values with the three primary colors. Choices of subject matter range from figures, landscape, or still life. You will also be learning how to set up a full palette and how to create a strong compositional design. Students will learn to see and express color, values and the illusion of depth as they take their own photos as a point of inspiration to create their own interpretation rather than a copy.  Classes will include lectures, demonstrations, as well as individual instruction. If you are new to the class, please bring a drawing or painting as a sample of your skill level to the first class. 

Max. 8 students.

member discount available

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR with GRETA CORENS

Program Description

These watercolor sessions expand on knowledge acquired in the Intro classes (or similar experience) of Value, Color, and Techniques. It is meant for the Intermediate artist seeking to fill gaps in their watercolor nature renderings. It covers techniques of land- and seascapes, including composition, accuracy of measure, hand-eye coordination, glazing and perspective. It prepares and aids students in painting outdoors while they work from reference photographs.  

Member Discount Available

Gather friends, bring your picnic set up and enjoy an evening at the Historical Society with Michelle Pauker!

Michelle Pauker is a New York-based singer and actor raised in Westport, Connecticut. She earned her Bachelor’s degree of Music at Baldwin Wallace Conservatory, where she studied music theatre. Known for her stylistic versatility and powerhouse vocals, Michelle has expanded her repertoire far beyond theatre. She excels in jazz, folk, and classical techniques, singing everything from Jerome Kern to Joni Mitchell. Michelle has performed for sold out audiences in New York City, Connecticut, London and more, at venues such as Feinstein’s/54 Below, Brooklyn Art Haus, MoCA, and The Crazy Coqs. Get your tickets now! Members of the Historical Society are free!

Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

FIGURE DRAWING OPEN SESSION WITH MONITORS

ELLEN GORDON & JOE FAMA

4 SATURDAYS

July 12, 26 / August 9, 23

10:30 am to 1:30 pm

Program Description

Come draw the human figure in a twice a month open drawing session. Monitored, not instructed. Some fast poses to warm up and then one longer one. Unstructured so that you may use your choice of medium and size. Open to all levels. Age 16 and up.

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

PORTRAIT DRAWING & PAINTING (with live model) with ANDREW LATTIMORE

6 MONDAYS

July 7 – August 11

9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Program Description

We will be working from a live model. Emphasis will be on lighting, features, values, composition, background, drapery, and anatomy. We’ll focus on developing a technical proficiency in rendering the portrait while working from direct observation. Emphasis on understanding anatomy, proportion, value and form and how it relates to portrait drawing. We will also concentrate on the importance of a well-balanced and a thoughtfully executed piece through understanding composition using both drawing and painting mediums.

Student work will be evaluated daily through individual critiques during class by the instructor.

Highly Recommended Books:

Atlas of Human Anatomy for the Artist, Stephen R. Peck

Perspective Made Easy, Ernest Norling

Suggested Books:

Art and Fear, David Bayles & Ted Orland

Art Spirit, Robert Henri

Supply list on our website

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

PORTRAIT DRAWING & PAINTING (with live model) with ANDREW LATTIMORE

6 MONDAYS

July 7 – August 11

9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Program Description

We will be working from a live model. Emphasis will be on lighting, features, values, composition, background, drapery, and anatomy. We’ll focus on developing a technical proficiency in rendering the portrait while working from direct observation. Emphasis on understanding anatomy, proportion, value and form and how it relates to portrait drawing. We will also concentrate on the importance of a well-balanced and a thoughtfully executed piece through understanding composition using both drawing and painting mediums.

Student work will be evaluated daily through individual critiques during class by the instructor.

Special Notes

• Highly Recommended Books:
• Atlas of Human Anatomy for the Artist, Stephen R. Peck
• Perspective Made Easy, Ernest Norling
• Suggested Books:
• Art and Fear, David Bayles & Ted Orland
• Art Spirit, Robert Henri

Supply list on our website

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR EVERYONE - ALL LEVELS

JOE FAMA

7 TUESDAYS

July 8 - August 19

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Students will discover the fundamentals needed to capture form, shading, composition, and study values with the three primary colors. Choices of subject matter range from figures, landscape, or still life. You will also be learning how to set up a full palette and how to create a strong compositional design. Students will learn to see and express color, values and the illusion of depth as they take their own photos as a point of inspiration to create their own interpretation rather than a copy.  Classes will include lectures, demonstrations, as well as individual instruction. If you are new to the class, please bring a drawing or painting as a sample of your skill level to the first class. 

Max. 8 students.

member discount available

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR with GRETA CORENS

Program Description

These watercolor sessions expand on knowledge acquired in the Intro classes (or similar experience) of Value, Color, and Techniques. It is meant for the Intermediate artist seeking to fill gaps in their watercolor nature renderings. It covers techniques of land- and seascapes, including composition, accuracy of measure, hand-eye coordination, glazing and perspective. It prepares and aids students in painting outdoors while they work from reference photographs.  

Member Discount Available

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR EVERYONE - ALL LEVELS

JOE FAMA

7 TUESDAYS

July 8 - August 19

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Students will discover the fundamentals needed to capture form, shading, composition, and study values with the three primary colors. Choices of subject matter range from figures, landscape, or still life. You will also be learning how to set up a full palette and how to create a strong compositional design. Students will learn to see and express color, values and the illusion of depth as they take their own photos as a point of inspiration to create their own interpretation rather than a copy.  Classes will include lectures, demonstrations, as well as individual instruction. If you are new to the class, please bring a drawing or painting as a sample of your skill level to the first class. 

Max. 8 students.

member discount available

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR with GRETA CORENS

Program Description

These watercolor sessions expand on knowledge acquired in the Intro classes (or similar experience) of Value, Color, and Techniques. It is meant for the Intermediate artist seeking to fill gaps in their watercolor nature renderings. It covers techniques of land- and seascapes, including composition, accuracy of measure, hand-eye coordination, glazing and perspective. It prepares and aids students in painting outdoors while they work from reference photographs.  

Member Discount Available

Gather friends, bring your picnic set up and enjoy an evening at the Historical Society with Gunsmoke!

Gunsmoke has been entertaining audiences at fairs, festivals, clubs, private parties and concerts with classic Country, Western swing and rockabilly music for over over 25 years. The Nashville recording artists have six albums recorded and have performed on the world famous Ernest Tubb’s Midnight Jamboree in Nashville, TN following the Grand Ole Opry. Get your tickets to see them now! Members fo the Historical Society are free!

FIGURE DRAWING OPEN SESSION WITH MONITORS

ELLEN GORDON & JOE FAMA

4 SATURDAYS

July 12, 26 / August 9, 23

10:30 am to 1:30 pm

Program Description

Come draw the human figure in a twice a month open drawing session. Monitored, not instructed. Some fast poses to warm up and then one longer one. Unstructured so that you may use your choice of medium and size. Open to all levels. Age 16 and up.

The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR with GRETA CORENS

Program Description

These watercolor sessions expand on knowledge acquired in the Intro classes (or similar experience) of Value, Color, and Techniques. It is meant for the Intermediate artist seeking to fill gaps in their watercolor nature renderings. It covers techniques of land- and seascapes, including composition, accuracy of measure, hand-eye coordination, glazing and perspective. It prepares and aids students in painting outdoors while they work from reference photographs.  

Member Discount Available