Greater New Haven Regional Arts Calendar

Spectrum Art Gallery's first show of 2025 is "Life in Motion". A six-week show opening on January 24, 2025. The gallery will have images of people or objects in motion. Questions to think about what does motion do to a person or object? What stops it? What makes motion accelerate? What can make motion dangerous? What makes motion beautiful and exciting! The Opening Reception is Friday, January 24, 6:30-9 pm, with wine, food and good company! The show will close Saturday, March 8, 2025.

​

 Slapstick:

​

Curated by Kevin Daly

​

January 11 - March 16, 2025

​

Located at Ball & Socket Arts in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

​

Opening Reception on Saturday, January 11, 2025 4-7PM

​

Slapstick is a physical type of humor involving play, exaggeration and activities which may exceed the boundaries of common sense. In Slapstick, each of the artists included explores abstraction in a highly personal way with a sense of play and experimentation, both in process and in materials. The work included is unpretentiously formal, borrowing aesthetic attributes from Pop Art. This work successfully exudes the fun and delight of creation.

​

Featured Artists:

​

Cat Balco

​

https://catbalco.com/home.html

​

https://www.rickwesterfineart.com/cat-balco

​

Melanie Carr

​

https://www.melaniecarr.com/bio

​

 Andy Cunningham

​

https://www.andycunningham.net/bio

​

Niki Lederer

​

https://nikilederer.com/

​

Suzan Shutan

​

http://www.suzanshutan.com/

​

Taro Suzuki

​

https://www.tarosuzuki.com/

​

https://www.highnoongallery.com/artist-page/taro-suzuki

​

Two of City Gallery’s contemporary photographers — Joy Bush and Tom Peterson — will be featured in ALONE, a new photography exhibit at City Gallery, on view from January 31 - March 2. There will be an Artists Reception on Sunday, February 23, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, newhavencity-gallery.org.

​

 During February 6 - March 9, 2025, Kehler Liddell Gallery is proud to present a photographic exhibit of images from Mexico by Penrhyn and Rod Cook . 

​

There will be an Opening Reception on February 9, 2:00-5:00pm.

​

Captivated by the power of visual storytelling the Cooks uncover magical hidden cenotes, abandoned ruins, and flamingo hangouts; imagery that tells a story of Mexico beyond traditional destinations.

​

Rod's A. presents the many sides of one model, Aurora, and their collaboration in Mexico celebrating the female nude. Rod reflects,”Creating a body of work with one model in a week is a daunting task, even though I am an intuitive and fast shooter… Aurora can claim, at the least, equal credit for the success we achieved.”

​

Penrhyn's SERENDIPITY Mexico captures chance encounters and serendipitous moments. Her photographs take a peek into the heritage of a proud culture. Cook explains "new experiences open my eyes and turn me into a storyteller. In Mexico I found vibrant tones and vibrant color, joyful celebrations of ancestors and families different from my own, and landscapes that reflect a long and illustrious history.”

​

Gallery Hours : Thursday-Sunday, 12-5pm, or by appt.

​

Address: Kehler Liddell Gallery, 873 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT 06515.

​

Kehler Liddell Gallery (KLG) is a cooperative gallery in the heart of New Haven’s Westville village representing 22 of the area’s most notable emerging and established artists. Established in 2003, KLG is one of New Haven’s longest running retail galleries to date. All of the artists are juried into membership. Monthly exhibitions are highlighted by free community arts programming. The gallery is free and open to the public.

​

This class provides step-by-step instruction for those seeking the fundamentals of watercolor painting. Class includes demos and structured exercises. Participants learn color mixing, dark and light and basic color theory principles. Different brush stroke techniques are addressed for specific effects i.e. wet on wet & dry stubble applications. Participants paint from still life setups and/or photo references from home. Everyone is encouraged to work on an ongoing painting at home to help solidify techniques learned in class. This piece may be brought into class on the last day for an open critique session. Material list sent upon registration.

​

Chris Kunze graduated from Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in Painting/Illustration. He has had a long & successful career in Advertising and Promotion. His illustrations and designs have been used in books, magazines, newspapers, product packaging and logo design.

​

Chris’ fine art has always remained important throughout his career as a commercial artist.

​

He has had many solo and group shows in New York City, Westchester County and lower Connecticut, showcasing his oil paintings, watercolors and illustrations. Chris was part of an ongoing show at the Arthur Kalaher Fine Art in Sag Harbor, NY from 2011-2019. In 2018 he had a solo show of his watercolors at Teatown Lake Reservation.

​

In 2019 Chris began his participation in Arthouse.NYC’s “Healthcare Heroes Show”.

​

He has memorialized several healthcare workers who lost their lives during the height of the Covid pandemic. These oil portraits were given to their families and were on view at the

​

Big Plaza Screen in New York City.

​

Teaching is a passion that has come to the forefront in the past 15 years for Chris. He has been teaching a plethora of subjects among them drawing, oil painting, watercolors, and more at local Westchester art schools. He is currently teaching at Scarsdale Adult School.

​

Chris grew up in Europe and Westchester County. He currently resides in Salem, Connecticut.

​

The Peabody Museum in New Haven is one of the oldest and largest university natural history museums in the world . And it can be your children’s classroom!

​

Join us for an inspiring art class in the newly expanded museum. This is a fantastic opportunity to draw a variety of natural artifacts, including plants, animals, and fossils, while enhancing your observational drawing skills. Participants will learn to notice finer details and improve their ability to draw from life, unlocking a whole new world of artistic expression. The Peabody’s expansive collections—featuring dinosaur bones, plant matter, reptiles, and much more—provide the perfect backdrop for this exploration.

​

Please note that drop-off and pick-up will take place in the museum lobby. 

​

Wednesday morning session is perfect for home-school families.

​

Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for materials provided by CAW.

​

Explore the creative possibilities of clay by shaping and molding it into one-of-a-kind works of art. Working with clay helps young people develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and emotional expression through hands-on activities. Above all, clay sparks imagination, encouraging children to think creatively and express themselves in new ways. The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details. 

​

Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

​

🎨 Unlock Your Child’s Creativity at The Giggling Pig! 🖌️

​

Looking for the perfect art class for your child? The Giggling Pig offers engaging, age-appropriate programs designed to nurture creativity, build skills, and encourage self-expression in a fun and supportive environment!

​

✨ Beginner Class (Ages 4-6) – 1 Hour

​

Introduce your little artist to the fundamentals of art! Through guided instruction, kids explore blending, composition, and different techniques while having fun and developing their unique style.

​

🎭 Intermediate Class (Ages 7-9) – 1.5 Hours

​

A deeper dive into creativity! Students work more independently, experimenting with clay, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media, and more. They’ll learn composition, values, and color theory while creating detailed artwork.

​

🎨 Advanced & Junior Advanced (Ages 8-16) – 2 Hours

​

Designed for pre-teens and teens, this class allows students to explore their artistic passions at their own pace. From composition and shading to blending and detailed projects, this class is perfect for young artists looking to grow.

​

📅 Classes held weekly—pre-registration required! Weekly attendance encouraged but not required.

​

💰 Class packs available for savings opportunities!

​

Join us at The Giggling Pig, where imagination comes to life! 🌟

​

📍 Reserve your child’s spot today!

​

 Join us for the CCAM Symposium: Illuminations!

​

 With demos, panels, performances, an exhibition at the CCAM ISOVIST Gallery, and more, we’re gathering a creative community from CCAM, Yale, New York, and the world to explore the “bringing of light.”

​

It’s all happening this Wednesday, February 19 , Thursday, February 20 , and Friday, February 21 from 5pm to 9pm each day, at CCAM (149 York Street, New Haven, CT 06511).

​

Everything is free and open to the public (no registration required, but room capacity limits will apply).

​

Wednesday, February 19

​

5–5:15pm:

​

Symposium Opening with the CCAM Team

​

5:15–6:45pm:

​

ReVerb Room

​

• Sarah Oppenheimer , Professor in the Practice, Yale School of Art and CCAM Faculty Fellow
• Vic Brooks , Curator and Creative Producer
• Pamela Jordan , Architect, Heritage Consultant, and Writer

​

Join us for a transposition of Sarah Oppenheimer’s N-04008, created at Atelier Calder in Saché, France in 2024. Participants will explore the reverberations of the artwork in a new space and time. A reconstructed sonic network will simultaneously perform an echo of the work at Atelier Calder and an exploration of emerging prototypes. Following this experiment, Oppenheimer will be joined in conversation by Vic Brooks and Pamela Jordan.

​

7–7:15pm:

​

Byte (featured project presentation) by Chaitanya Harshita Nedunuri Kahn , Design Strategist and CCAM Ultra Space Research Fellow

​

7:15–8pm:

​

Demo & Discussion of a Documentary Virtual Recreation using Simulcam and Stylization

​

• Setareh Samandari , VFX Artist, Associate VFX Supervisor and Co-Founder at Interdimensional VFX
• Habib Zargarpour , Virtual Production Supervisor at Interdimensional VFX

​

Leading VFX artists Setareh Samandari and Habib Zargarpour will invite participants to explore their iterative, nonlinear virtual process for filmmaking—which superimposes virtual imagery over live-action photography, including a virtual cinematography demo.

​

8pm:

​

Reception by Queen of Tarts Catering

​

​

Thursday, February 20

​

4–5pm:

​

Arts Library Pop-Up with Caroline Scheving , 2024/25 Kress Fellow in Art Librarianship, Yale University Library

​

5–5:15pm:

​

Byte by Sally Snowman , U.S. Coast Guard Lighthouse Keeper (2003–2023)

​

5:15–5:45pm:

​

Submersible Experience

​

• Alison Sweeney , Associate Professor, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and Physics, Yale University

​

The open ocean, a place where walls have no meaning, is the most voluminous habitat on Earth, and rich with animal life. Illumination is the major structure here. Organisms adapt to the structure of the light itself to hide, to hunt, and to mate. Ocean light is surprising, complex, and many-hued at different depths. We will explore the structure of this light by re-creating it in the Leeds Studio, explain why these phenomena occur, and look at some of the animals that live in each region.

​

5:45–7pm:

​

Panel: “Illumination, Darkness, and Non-Human Organisms”

​

• Matthew Suttor (moderat0r), CCAM Program Manager and Senior Lecturer, Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies
• Priya Natarajan , Joseph S. and Sophia S. Fruton Professor of Astronomy and Professor of Physics, Yale University
• Richard Prum , William Robertson Coe Professor of Ornithology, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and Curator, Peabody Museum, Yale University
• Alison Sweeney , Associate Professor, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and Physics, Yale University

​

7–7:15pm:

​

Byte by Joseph Zinter , Managing Director, Yale Center for Engineering Innovation and Design (CEID)

​

7:30–8:30pm:

​

Performances (Film, Music, Video, Projection, Spatial Audio):

​

• No Time for Delay , violin duet composed by Matthew Suttor , performed by Keeley Brooks , Yale College Class of 2025, and Nathaniel Strothkamp , Yale College Class of 2026
• Scattered Light by Joshua Mastel and Nico Cadena , Artists
• “Je vivroie liement” by Guillaume de Machaut, performed by AZ , Associate Professor, Department of Music, Yale University
• Sonic Lanterns by Konrad Kaczmarek , Associate Professor-Adjunct, Department of Music, Yale University; performed by the Yale Laptop Ensemble
• Raster Fieldwork by Ross Wightman , CCAM Technical Manager and Curator, CCAM Sound Art Series and Lecturer, Yale School of Art; and Matt Wellins , Artist

​

8:30pm:

​

Reception by Queen of Tarts Catering

​

​

Friday, February 21

​

5–5:15pm:

​

Byte by Ravi Kumar Kopparapu , Planetary Scientist, Planetary Environments Laboratory, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

​

5:15–6:30pm:

​

Panel: “Illuminating the Mysterious and Unexplainable”

​

• Elise Morrison (moderator), Assistant Professor, Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies, Yale University
• Francesco Casetti , Sterling Professor of Humanities and Film and Media Studies, Yale University
• Eeva-Liisa Pelkonen , Assistant Dean and Professor, Yale School of Architecture
• Al Powers , Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Yale School of Medicine

​

6:45–7:25pm:

​

Time Lapse Illuminations: A Performance Demo & Discussion

​

• Jody Sperling , Choreographer and Founder/Artistic Director, Time Lapse Dance
• Maki Kitahara , Performer, Time Lapse Dance
• Andrea Trager , Performer, Time Lapse Dance

​

NYC-based dancer-choreographer Jody Sperling creates new work in the idiom of the early 20th-century dancer, designer, and technologist Loïe Fuller—who, among other unique contributions, pioneered new approaches to theatrical lighting. This event features Sperling with Maki Kitahara and Andrea Trager, two dancers from her company, Time Lapse Dance. After a brief introduction to Jody’s practice, the three will present a movement exploration, swirling expansive silk costumes into dynamic screens for projection.

​

7:30–7:45pm:

​

Byte by Balarama Heller , Artist

​

7:45–8pm:

​

Symposium Closing with the CCAM Team & Opening of the Illuminations Exhibition at the CCAM ISOVIST Gallery , with works by:

​

• Bohan Chen and Deming Haines , M.Arch. Students, Yale School of Architecture
• Lauren Dubowski , CCAM Interim Director
• Balarama Heller , Artist
• Dana Karwas , CCAM Director and Critic, Yale School of Architecture
• Jacqui Kenny , Artist
• Zach Lieberman and Iskra Velitchkova , Artists
• Jason Nuttle , Yale College Class of 2025 and Studio Manager, Yale Center for Engineering Innovation and Design (CEID) (On display at ISOVIST at the CEID, 15 Prospect St., through Wednesday, February 26)
• Pulsa Group (1966–1973)
• Gabriel Winer , Artist and CCAM Machine as Medium Fellow
• Wai Hin Wong , CCAM Ultra Space Research Fellow

​

The exhibition will remain on view through Friday, March 21. ISOVIST is open the public by appointment, Thursday to Saturday, 10am–6pm (email ccam@yale.edu). Yale community members may visit anytime Monday to Friday, 10am–6pm.

​

8pm:

​

Reception by Queen of Tarts Catering

​

Liminal: Coastal Science in Sacred Music is a concert and symposium featuring the Coastal Conservatory with EcoSono Ensemble and Yale University special guests.

​

This event will be held in Harkness Hall's Sudler Recital Hall, 100 Wall Street, New Haven, CT.

​

Integrating eco-acoustic performance with intellectual exchange across science and ethics, the Coastal Conservatory creates immersive ways of listening to coastal change. In this concert, EcoSono Ensemble will perform music made with data produced by the Virginia Coast Reserve Long-term Ecological Research site about sea level rise, oyster reef restoration, shorebird extinction, and sea grass meadows. In symposial reflections, scholars and scientists will consider how music made from sonified data and with ecological relations may be heard as a new sacred music of the environment. Co-directed by faculty from music, environmental sciences, and religious studies from the University of Virginia, the Conservatory has been recognized by the Mellon Foundation, NSF, and NPR for its integrative way into relations by which coasts are being transformed. This event includes Yale students and faculty in live performance and scholarly conversation. 

​

Speakers and performers include Matthew Burtner, Karen McGlathery, Willis Jenkins and the EcoSono Ensemble.

​

EcoSono Ensemble:

​

• Lisa Edwards-Burrs, voice
• I-Jen Fang, percussion
• Kelly Sulick, flute
• Naima Burrs, violin
• Kevin Davis, cello

​

Free and open to the public. Livestream link.

​

View event site for more details and full schedule.

​

Sponsored by the Institute of Sacred Music’s Religion, Ecology, and Expressive Culture Initiative.

​

🍻Happy Hour Alert! 🚨 Join us at Dockside Brewery, Mon-Fri 3-6PM at the bar for deals that will make your wallet smile! 💸

​

Check out our weekly line-up:

​

Mondays- Martini Mondays & Music Bingo @ 7pm

​

Wednesdays- Trivia @ 7pm

​

Thursdays- Live Music @ 7pm

​

And of course Happy Hour Monday-Friday 3-6pm at the bar

​

Paws and Pixels is an exciting new course designed for young artists who want to create animal drawings using Procreate. Starting with the basics, we’ll guide students through sketching techniques and gradually move on to more advanced, realistic animal illustrations.

​

Throughout the course, students will learn how to observe and analyze animal shapes and proportions, replicate different textures like fur, glossy skin, and more, using Procreate’s powerful features. As they advance, students will explore techniques like blending modes, clipping masks, and blur effects to add depth and realism to their art.

​

The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW

​

No typical sand or slides at this playground!

​

CAW’s playground has colored sand, wood, clay, tempera and watercolor paints, markers, tissue paper and more items than we have space to list here. Students will use all these supplies to create projects including masks, paper dolls, animals, birds, insects, portraits, and imaginary creatures.

​

How will they do all this? By cutting, folding, stomping, splashing, blending, texturing, painting, and coloring (after they mix their own unique colors).

​

Bet you wish you could stay too!

​

Wednesday morning session is perfect for home-school families.

​

Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for materials provided by CAW.

​

Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

​

🎨 Unlock Your Child’s Creativity at The Giggling Pig! 🖌️

​

Looking for the perfect art class for your child? The Giggling Pig offers engaging, age-appropriate programs designed to nurture creativity, build skills, and encourage self-expression in a fun and supportive environment!

​

✨ Beginner Class (Ages 4-6) – 1 Hour

​

Introduce your little artist to the fundamentals of art! Through guided instruction, kids explore blending, composition, and different techniques while having fun and developing their unique style.

​

🎭 Intermediate Class (Ages 7-9) – 1.5 Hours

​

A deeper dive into creativity! Students work more independently, experimenting with clay, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media, and more. They’ll learn composition, values, and color theory while creating detailed artwork.

​

📅 Classes held weekly—pre-registration required! Weekly attendance is encouraged but not required.

​

💰 Class packs available for savings opportunities!

​

Join us at The Giggling Pig, where imagination comes to life! 🌟

​

📍 Reserve your child’s spot today!

​

Show up for your creative self in 2025 with the Saturday Drawing Club.

​

Explore weekly prompts and materials combined with a mix of conversation, creative time, and feedback. Bring an ongoing project or start from scratch.

​

Tuition for this class includes a fee of $10 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

Embark on your woodworking journey with A Cut(ting Board) Above the Rest, where the art of crafting meets the practicality of creating a custom, handmade piece. Whether you're new to woodworking or looking to elevate your kitchen game, this introductory class led by Akeera is the perfect opportunity to delve into the world of woodcraft.

​

What to Expect:

​

In this hands-on class, Akeera will guide you through the step-by-step process of crafting your very own 10"x12" cutting board. Learn the essential skills of woodworking as you gain hands-on experience with a planer, table saw, chop saw, and sander. Discover the art of finishing as you apply mineral oil to bring out the natural beauty of your creation.

​

Workshop Highlights:

​

• Tool Mastery: Gain proficiency in using essential woodworking tools, including the planer, table saw, chop saw, and sander.
• Hands-On Crafting: Roll up your sleeves and delve into the art of woodworking, creating your own custom cutting board under expert guidance.
• Finishing Flourish: Learn the finishing touches as you apply mineral oil to enhance the aesthetics and durability of your handmade cutting board.
• Safety First: Experience woodworking in a safe and supervised environment with provided safety goggles and materials.

​

Safety First:

​

• Closed-Toe Shoes: Wear closed-toe shoes to protect your feet from potential hazards such as falling objects or splinters.
•  
• Avoid Loose Items: Secure loose items like jewelry, hoodie strings, and any dangling accessories to prevent them from getting caught in machinery.
•  
• Dress Appropriately: Choose clothing that covers your arms and legs to minimize exposure to wood dust and other workshop materials.
•  
• Safety Goggles: Safety goggles will be provided, but if you have your own pair, feel free to bring them for a customized fit.
•  

​

No Experience Necessary:

​

This class welcomes participants of all experience levels, making it an excellent opportunity for woodworking enthusiasts who may initially feel intimidated or those who prefer structured learning.

​

Lunch Break:

​

Enjoy a scheduled break roughly halfway through the class for lunch, providing a moment to recharge and connect with fellow woodworking enthusiasts. (Lunch is not included with the workshop, but there are many excellent options within a few blocks of MakeHaven in all directions.)

​

Workshop Ticket Fee:

​

Standard Public Ticket $115.00

​

MakeHaven Members: $98.00

​

​

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

​

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=375&reset=1&reset=1

​

Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

​

Would you like to explore watercolors? Feeling unsure or out of practice? You can do it!

​

Watercolors are a whimsical and simple way to explore ideas, make memorable sketches of your travels or daily life, and develop visual self-expression.

​

Students will learn about materials, look at examples, create color studies, make thumbnail sketches to generate ideas and compositions, and develop sketches and paintings that explore color, line, shape, texture, and more.

​

Whether you enjoy landscape, still life, abstract, or contemporary art, you will have the space and support to develop your style and learn helpful techniques to help you on your creative journey.

​

Creativity meets skill development for young artists!

​

Students will learn representational drawing and painting through observation of real objects and images. They’ll explore color theory, texture creation, and value with pencils, pastels, watercolors, and tempera. The focus is on developing eye-hand coordination, drawing skills, and fostering creativity in a supportive environment.

​

Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

Creativity meets skill development for young artists!

​

Students will learn representational drawing and painting through observation of real objects and images. They’ll explore color theory, texture creation, and value with pencils, pastels, watercolors, and tempera. The focus is on developing eye-hand coordination, drawing skills, and fostering creativity in a supportive environment.

​

Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

Do you love keeping a journal or planner? My Digital Diary is a fun and creative class where you’ll learn how to make your own stylish digital journal! Using digital sketching techniques on Procreate, you’ll create beautiful illustrations to capture your thoughts, hobbies, and habits.

​

In this class we’ll create graphics, illustrations, and character designs that reflect your personal style – making your diary fun to look at and use.

​

The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

Join Yale Swing Blues & Fusion in New Haven for Hop Into Spring 2025: A Lindy Hop & Balboa Dance weekend with nationally recognized instructors Jennifer Barnett and Dominic Hanna! This weekend will be jam packed with lessons for dancers of all levels and includes an incredible evening of social dancing to the Wes Lewis Quintet, featuring vocals by Teddy Horangic. Here's a link to the event: https://www.facebook.com/share/15bfiw14tB/

​

And don’t wait -- very affordable early bird pricing ends January 31st: https://ko-fi.com/yaleswingbluesfusion

​

Sign up for one lesson, one day, or the whole weekend!

​

Rideshares from New Haven will be set up for those who need transportation to the High Lane Club. We will also try to connect anyone who needs overnight housing with a local host. Contact us at https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16GAniWmnq/ for details!

​

Explore and develop designs for relief, intaglio, and monotype printmaking in this hands-on course. Class time will focus on creating original designs and concepts as students experiment with print plate substrates, including Corian®, Tetra-Pak®, vinyl records, and various recycled and found materials. Examples of different print styles will be shared to illustrate these techniques. This course is suitable for beginners and advanced students alike. The inks used can be cleaned up with soap and water, and students will need to bring their own paper for the first session. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW including Linoleum blocks and black and white ink. 

​

Spectrum Art Gallery's first show of 2025 is "Life in Motion". A six-week show opening on January 24, 2025. The gallery will have images of people or objects in motion. Questions to think about what does motion do to a person or object? What stops it? What makes motion accelerate? What can make motion dangerous? What makes motion beautiful and exciting! The Opening Reception is Friday, January 24, 6:30-9 pm, with wine, food and good company! The show will close Saturday, March 8, 2025.

​

 Slapstick:

​

Curated by Kevin Daly

​

January 11 - March 16, 2025

​

Located at Ball & Socket Arts in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

​

Opening Reception on Saturday, January 11, 2025 4-7PM

​

Slapstick is a physical type of humor involving play, exaggeration and activities which may exceed the boundaries of common sense. In Slapstick, each of the artists included explores abstraction in a highly personal way with a sense of play and experimentation, both in process and in materials. The work included is unpretentiously formal, borrowing aesthetic attributes from Pop Art. This work successfully exudes the fun and delight of creation.

​

Featured Artists:

​

Cat Balco

​

https://catbalco.com/home.html

​

https://www.rickwesterfineart.com/cat-balco

​

Melanie Carr

​

https://www.melaniecarr.com/bio

​

 Andy Cunningham

​

https://www.andycunningham.net/bio

​

Niki Lederer

​

https://nikilederer.com/

​

Suzan Shutan

​

http://www.suzanshutan.com/

​

Taro Suzuki

​

https://www.tarosuzuki.com/

​

https://www.highnoongallery.com/artist-page/taro-suzuki

​

Two of City Gallery’s contemporary photographers — Joy Bush and Tom Peterson — will be featured in ALONE, a new photography exhibit at City Gallery, on view from January 31 - March 2. There will be an Artists Reception on Sunday, February 23, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, newhavencity-gallery.org.

​

 During February 6 - March 9, 2025, Kehler Liddell Gallery is proud to present a photographic exhibit of images from Mexico by Penrhyn and Rod Cook . 

​

There will be an Opening Reception on February 9, 2:00-5:00pm.

​

Captivated by the power of visual storytelling the Cooks uncover magical hidden cenotes, abandoned ruins, and flamingo hangouts; imagery that tells a story of Mexico beyond traditional destinations.

​

Rod's A. presents the many sides of one model, Aurora, and their collaboration in Mexico celebrating the female nude. Rod reflects,”Creating a body of work with one model in a week is a daunting task, even though I am an intuitive and fast shooter… Aurora can claim, at the least, equal credit for the success we achieved.”

​

Penrhyn's SERENDIPITY Mexico captures chance encounters and serendipitous moments. Her photographs take a peek into the heritage of a proud culture. Cook explains "new experiences open my eyes and turn me into a storyteller. In Mexico I found vibrant tones and vibrant color, joyful celebrations of ancestors and families different from my own, and landscapes that reflect a long and illustrious history.”

​

Gallery Hours : Thursday-Sunday, 12-5pm, or by appt.

​

Address: Kehler Liddell Gallery, 873 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT 06515.

​

Kehler Liddell Gallery (KLG) is a cooperative gallery in the heart of New Haven’s Westville village representing 22 of the area’s most notable emerging and established artists. Established in 2003, KLG is one of New Haven’s longest running retail galleries to date. All of the artists are juried into membership. Monthly exhibitions are highlighted by free community arts programming. The gallery is free and open to the public.

​

Join us for an exploration of the revolutionary spirit and grassroots activism that shaped New Haven’s Black Panther Party movement in the 1960s and 1970s. During the next “What’s in the Whitney Library?”program, “Black Panthers in Print,” we’ll delve into some of the Elm City’s historic newspapers, including “A View from the Bottom,” “Modern Times,” “The Crow,” and “AIM,” which amplified the voices of the Black Panther Party and documented their fight for justice, equality, and empowerment. Sat., Feb. 22, 2025, 12-4 p.m.!  Register here.

​

The Whitney Library in the New Haven Museum is open to anyone interested in the past of the city of New Haven. With tens of thousands of documents, books, and archives, the Whitney Library is the most expansive collection of New Haven texts in the city.

​

 Artist Panel and Q&A with curator on Saturday, February 22, 2025 from noon to 1 pm!

​

Come hear about the art-making process and gain a sense of abstraction from four of Slapstick’s participating artists: Cat Balco, Melanie Carr, Niki Lederer, and Suzan Shutan.

​

In tandem with The Gallery Upstairs' current exhibition,  Sisters! Visualizing Solidarity and Resistance,  we will be hosting two Fantasy Garden Collage Workshops, led by Kristin Cassidy and Maxim Schmidt! Come join us for a chill afternoon of making, dreaming and envisioning. Materials provided, this artist-led event is free and open to all, but donations are always appreciated.

​

These workshops will be held on Saturday, February 22, from 12-2 pm, and Saturday, March 22, from 12-2 pm at 847 Chapel St, New Haven; please RSVP to the sessions here!

​

Explore, learn, and practice drawing exercises and techniques in a supportive environment. Increase visual perception, skills and confidence, and develop your unique style. Work with drawing pencils, charcoal, pastels, watercolor and ink/pens. Weekly demos and exercises include mark-making, line, value, form, texture and shading. Subjects include animals, everyday objects, portraits, autumn and nature inspirations, as well as students’ interests. We draw from observation, references and imagination. All materials provided. Join us!

​

For returning students, the class will include both new projects and some review.

​

The tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

In this magical experience, students will bring a forest fairy tale to life using markers and colored pencils. They’ll create a series of six enchanting illustrations united by a common theme, with a focus on color, composition, and texture.

​

As they delve into the world of fairy tales, students will learn how to combine markers and colored pencils to produce vibrant and imaginative artwork. This class will spark creativity, enhance drawing skills, and introduce new techniques for using these materials to capture the magic of the forest!

​

The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

Class time focuses on simple Still-Life set-ups ~a bottle, a bowl with fruit, etc. Objects are studied from a tabletop perspective. How to create volume, depth and weight are introduced as participants investigate the power of thin and thick line applications which help to create the shape and mass of objects. Individual attention will be given to each student at their skill level.

​

In the third week participants bring photos or objects from home to draw in an effort to improve how they see and, therefore, their drawing skills. Material list available upon registration.

​

Chris Kunze graduated from Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in Painting/Illustration. He has had a long & successful career in Advertising and Promotion. His illustrations and designs have been used in books, magazines, newspapers, product packaging and logo design.

​

Chris’ fine art has always remained important throughout his career as a commercial artist.

​

He has had many solo and group shows in New York City, Westchester County and lower Connecticut, showcasing his oil paintings, watercolors and illustrations. Chris was part of an ongoing show at the Arthur Kalaher Fine Art in Sag Harbor, NY from 2011-2019. In 2018 he had a solo show of his watercolors at Teatown Lake Reservation.

​

In 2019 Chris began his participation in Arthouse.NYC’s “Healthcare Heroes Show”.

​

He has memorialized several healthcare workers who lost their lives during the height of the Covid pandemic. These oil portraits were given to their families and were on view at the

​

Big Plaza Screen in New York City.

​

Teaching is a passion that has come to the forefront in the past 15 years for Chris. He has been teaching a plethora of subjects among them drawing, oil painting, watercolors, and more at local Westchester art schools. He is currently teaching at Scarsdale Adult School.

​

Chris grew up in Europe and Westchester County. He currently resides in Salem, Connecticut.

​

Instructed by Annie Sailer

​

39 Putnam Ave, Hamden CT

​

Muses Rising, four inspirational female singer/songwriters playing their music in an intimate setting.

​

Lineup:

​

Remy Adair

​

Adelaide Punkin

​

Claire Lane

​

Liz McNicholl

​

See objects and space in a new light while discovering creative techniques to bring your drawing style to life.

​

Explore how to add depth, light, shadow, and perspective to your drawings with colored pencils.

​

Focus on beginning your art journey and achieving impressive results along the way!

​

The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

 Because love isn’t just a feeling — it’s a story we all share.

​

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and heartwarming performances in A Million Shades of Love, a Valentine’s Day Cabaret that celebrates every facet of love!

​

From playful first crushes to everlasting bonds, our talented cast will take you on a musical journey through love’s ups and downs. Featuring vibrant ensemble numbers, charming solos, and delightful medleys, this show blends beloved pop hits, musical theater classics, and heartfelt ballads to bring smiles, laughter, and maybe even a few happy tears.

​

Enjoy fun audience interactions, including our “Love and Marriage” game, and be wowed by dazzling performances from our youngest stars to seasoned teachers. Whether you’re celebrating with your Valentine or enjoying a night out with friends, A Million Shades of Love is the perfect way to experience the power of music, connection, and joy.

​

Tickets On Sale at: hhttps://www.cabaret-on-main.com/shows--events.html#/

​

 Because love isn’t just a feeling — it’s a story we all share.

​

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and heartwarming performances in A Million Shades of Love, a Valentine’s Day Cabaret that celebrates every facet of love!

​

From playful first crushes to everlasting bonds, our talented cast will take you on a musical journey through love’s ups and downs. Featuring vibrant ensemble numbers, charming solos, and delightful medleys, this show blends beloved pop hits, musical theater classics, and heartfelt ballads to bring smiles, laughter, and maybe even a few happy tears.

​

Enjoy fun audience interactions, including our “Love and Marriage” game, and be wowed by dazzling performances from our youngest stars to seasoned teachers. Whether you’re celebrating with your Valentine or enjoying a night out with friends, A Million Shades of Love is the perfect way to experience the power of music, connection, and joy.

​

 Because love isn’t just a feeling — it’s a story we all share.

​

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and heartwarming performances in A Million Shades of Love, a Valentine’s Day Cabaret that celebrates every facet of love!

​

From playful first crushes to everlasting bonds, our talented cast will take you on a musical journey through love’s ups and downs. Featuring vibrant ensemble numbers, charming solos, and delightful medleys, this show blends beloved pop hits, musical theater classics, and heartfelt ballads to bring smiles, laughter, and maybe even a few happy tears.

​

Enjoy fun audience interactions, including our “Love and Marriage” game, and be wowed by dazzling performances from our youngest stars to seasoned teachers. Whether you’re celebrating with your Valentine or enjoying a night out with friends, A Million Shades of Love is the perfect way to experience the power of music, connection, and joy.

​

 Because love isn’t just a feeling — it’s a story we all share.

​

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and heartwarming performances in A Million Shades of Love, a Valentine’s Day Cabaret that celebrates every facet of love!

​

From playful first crushes to everlasting bonds, our talented cast will take you on a musical journey through love’s ups and downs. Featuring vibrant ensemble numbers, charming solos, and delightful medleys, this show blends beloved pop hits, musical theater classics, and heartfelt ballads to bring smiles, laughter, and maybe even a few happy tears.

​

Enjoy fun audience interactions, including our “Love and Marriage” game, and be wowed by dazzling performances from our youngest stars to seasoned teachers. Whether you’re celebrating with your Valentine or enjoying a night out with friends, A Million Shades of Love is the perfect way to experience the power of music, connection, and joy.

​

Tickets On Sale at: hhttps://www.cabaret-on-main.com/shows--events.html#/

​

A powerful story of Dana Mozell, a local creative from New Haven, CT, who experienced the devastating loss of her brother to gun violence at just 12 years old. This tragic event profoundly influenced her outlook, driving her to seek purpose, meaning, and healing through her journey.

​

The short documentary captures her poignant narrative as she revisits the site of the tragedy, offering a heartfelt glimpse into her resilience and growth.

​

Produced and directed by artist and activist Sonal Soveni, who is dedicated to fostering community and reshaping narratives through storytelling that inspires collective healing.

​

Guests will have the chance to engage in a meaningful discussion following the screening.

​

All are welcome to attend a performance of Schola Cantorum with Juilliard415, conducted by Schola's principal guest conductor Masaaki Suzuki.

​

Repertoire:

​

JS Bach: Gottes Zeit ist die allerbeste Zeit, BWV 106

​

JS Bach: Köthener Trauermusik, BWV 1143

​

Free and open to the public.

​

Livestream link

​

View event page for more details.

​

Schola Cantorum is a chamber choir that performs sacred music from the sixteenth century to the present day in concert settings and choral services around the world. It is sponsored by Yale Institute of Sacred Music and led by interim conductor Stefan Parkman. Masaaki Suzuki is the ensemble’s principal guest conductor. Open by audition to students from all departments and professional schools across Yale University, the choir has a special interest in historically informed performance practice, often in collaboration with instrumentalists from Juilliard415.

​

Kickstart your Sundays the right way at Dockside Brewery! Join us for breakfast at the bar or enjoy our delicious offerings to-go via UberEats, DoorDash, & GrubHub from 10am-12:30pm! Indulge in mouthwatering breakfast flatbreads, scrumptious sandwiches, & fresh avocado toast. Don’t miss out!

​

Discover the artistry of rug tufting, a creative process where participants will sketch a pattern on a cloth, then use a tufting gun to inject the yarn into the cloth.

​

Participants will delve into the hands-on experience of tufting their own unique designs. The process begins with sketching a pattern on a cloth, followed by using a tufting gun to intricately inject yarn into the fabric canvas. Each participant will be assigned the use of tufting gun and frame, all materials will be provided to create a rug approximately 20" x24". Over the two sessions participants will create a carpet of their own design which they can take home.

​

What to Expect:

​

Participants will explore the fascinating world of rug tufting, with each attendee provided with the necessary tools, including a tufting gun and frame. With expert guidance, you'll bring your vision to life, creating a stunning rug approximately 20" x 24".

​

This class runs over 2 sessions: Sunday 10a - 5p & Monday 6p - 8p. The Monday session is for finishing the backing on your rug. If you cannot make the Monday portion, please inform the instructor so your rugs method can be adjusted to finish in one day. 

​

Skills Learned:

​

• Sketching rug designs on cloth

​

• Operating a tufting gun with precision

​

• Weaving techniques for texture and color variety

​

Who Should Take This Class:

​

This workshop welcomes both beginners and those with some experience eager to explore the art of rug tufting and bring their designs to life.

​

What's Provided:

​

• All necessary materials for rug tufting, including yarn and fabric canvas.

​

• Expert guidance and assistance throughout both sessions.

​

• Tufting gun and frame assigned for individual use

​

Reserve your spot now for a captivating journey into the art of rug tufting. Limited spaces available. Unleash your creativity and take home a unique carpet crafted by your own hands!

​

This class runs over 2 sessions: Sunday 10a - 5p & Monday 6p - 8p. The Monday session is for finishing the backing on your rug. If you cannot make the Monday portion, please inform the instructor so your rugs method can be adjusted to finish in one day. 

​

Instructor: Vanessa Reyes

​

Workshop Ticket Fee: $157.00

​

MakeHaven members: $134.00

​

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

​

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=340&reset=1&reset=1

​

Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

​

Join Yale Swing Blues & Fusion in New Haven for Hop Into Spring 2025: A Lindy Hop & Balboa Dance weekend with nationally recognized instructors Jennifer Barnett and Dominic Hanna! This weekend will be jam packed with lessons for dancers of all levels and includes an incredible evening of social dancing to the Wes Lewis Quintet, featuring vocals by Teddy Horangic. Here's a link to the event: https://www.facebook.com/share/15bfiw14tB/

​

And don’t wait -- very affordable early bird pricing ends January 31st: https://ko-fi.com/yaleswingbluesfusion

​

Sign up for one lesson, one day, or the whole weekend!

​

Rideshares from New Haven will be set up for those who need transportation to the High Lane Club. We will also try to connect anyone who needs overnight housing with a local host. Contact us at https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16GAniWmnq/ for details!

​

Spectrum Art Gallery's first show of 2025 is "Life in Motion". A six-week show opening on January 24, 2025. The gallery will have images of people or objects in motion. Questions to think about what does motion do to a person or object? What stops it? What makes motion accelerate? What can make motion dangerous? What makes motion beautiful and exciting! The Opening Reception is Friday, January 24, 6:30-9 pm, with wine, food and good company! The show will close Saturday, March 8, 2025.

​

 Slapstick:

​

Curated by Kevin Daly

​

January 11 - March 16, 2025

​

Located at Ball & Socket Arts in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

​

Opening Reception on Saturday, January 11, 2025 4-7PM

​

Slapstick is a physical type of humor involving play, exaggeration and activities which may exceed the boundaries of common sense. In Slapstick, each of the artists included explores abstraction in a highly personal way with a sense of play and experimentation, both in process and in materials. The work included is unpretentiously formal, borrowing aesthetic attributes from Pop Art. This work successfully exudes the fun and delight of creation.

​

Featured Artists:

​

Cat Balco

​

https://catbalco.com/home.html

​

https://www.rickwesterfineart.com/cat-balco

​

Melanie Carr

​

https://www.melaniecarr.com/bio

​

 Andy Cunningham

​

https://www.andycunningham.net/bio

​

Niki Lederer

​

https://nikilederer.com/

​

Suzan Shutan

​

http://www.suzanshutan.com/

​

Taro Suzuki

​

https://www.tarosuzuki.com/

​

https://www.highnoongallery.com/artist-page/taro-suzuki

​

Two of City Gallery’s contemporary photographers — Joy Bush and Tom Peterson — will be featured in ALONE, a new photography exhibit at City Gallery, on view from January 31 - March 2. There will be an Artists Reception on Sunday, February 23, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, newhavencity-gallery.org.

​

 During February 6 - March 9, 2025, Kehler Liddell Gallery is proud to present a photographic exhibit of images from Mexico by Penrhyn and Rod Cook . 

​

There will be an Opening Reception on February 9, 2:00-5:00pm.

​

Captivated by the power of visual storytelling the Cooks uncover magical hidden cenotes, abandoned ruins, and flamingo hangouts; imagery that tells a story of Mexico beyond traditional destinations.

​

Rod's A. presents the many sides of one model, Aurora, and their collaboration in Mexico celebrating the female nude. Rod reflects,”Creating a body of work with one model in a week is a daunting task, even though I am an intuitive and fast shooter… Aurora can claim, at the least, equal credit for the success we achieved.”

​

Penrhyn's SERENDIPITY Mexico captures chance encounters and serendipitous moments. Her photographs take a peek into the heritage of a proud culture. Cook explains "new experiences open my eyes and turn me into a storyteller. In Mexico I found vibrant tones and vibrant color, joyful celebrations of ancestors and families different from my own, and landscapes that reflect a long and illustrious history.”

​

Gallery Hours : Thursday-Sunday, 12-5pm, or by appt.

​

Address: Kehler Liddell Gallery, 873 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT 06515.

​

Kehler Liddell Gallery (KLG) is a cooperative gallery in the heart of New Haven’s Westville village representing 22 of the area’s most notable emerging and established artists. Established in 2003, KLG is one of New Haven’s longest running retail galleries to date. All of the artists are juried into membership. Monthly exhibitions are highlighted by free community arts programming. The gallery is free and open to the public.

​

 Because love isn’t just a feeling — it’s a story we all share.

​

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and heartwarming performances in A Million Shades of Love, a Valentine’s Day Cabaret that celebrates every facet of love!

​

From playful first crushes to everlasting bonds, our talented cast will take you on a musical journey through love’s ups and downs. Featuring vibrant ensemble numbers, charming solos, and delightful medleys, this show blends beloved pop hits, musical theater classics, and heartfelt ballads to bring smiles, laughter, and maybe even a few happy tears.

​

Enjoy fun audience interactions, including our “Love and Marriage” game, and be wowed by dazzling performances from our youngest stars to seasoned teachers. Whether you’re celebrating with your Valentine or enjoying a night out with friends, A Million Shades of Love is the perfect way to experience the power of music, connection, and joy.

​

Tickets On Sale at: hhttps://www.cabaret-on-main.com/shows--events.html#/

​

Creativity meets skill development for young artists!

​

Students will learn representational drawing and painting through observation of real objects and images. They’ll explore color theory, texture creation, and value with pencils, pastels, watercolors, and tempera. The focus is on developing eye-hand coordination, drawing skills, and fostering creativity in a supportive environment.

​

Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

Creativity meets skill development for young artists!

​

Students will learn representational drawing and painting through observation of real objects and images. They’ll explore color theory, texture creation, and value with pencils, pastels, watercolors, and tempera. The focus is on developing eye-hand coordination, drawing skills, and fostering creativity in a supportive environment.

​

Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

 Join us this Sunday, February 23, 2pm for a workshop to celebrate the final day of our current exhibitions. Artist/Activist Perla Mabel @platanoperls and local organizations (such as @bosomii_ct and @newhavenpridecenter ) will be running an informational meeting and workshop on how to use art as resistance. Mabel will show easy and accessible ways for printmaking your own resistance fliers! Free and Open to All!

​

On February 23, Essex Winter Series Jazz Advisor Jeff Barnhart will present his Essex Eight! Hot music of the 1920s and 1930s will be dished up by internationally celebrated jazz musicians who he's also proud to call friends. You'll be amazed at the virtuosity and versatility of: Jeff Barnhart (piano, vocals); Andy Schumm (cornet, clarinet, piano); Dan Levinson (reeds); Billy Novick (reeds); Jim Fryer (trombone, euphonium, vocal); Vince Giordano (string bass, tuba, bass sax, vocal); Arnt Arntzen (banjo/guitar, vocal); Bill Reynolds (drums). While this octet has never appeared anywhere prior to gracing the stage at Old Saybrook High School, you'll marvel at the synergy that makes the group sound as if they've been performing together for decades! Jeff Barnhart's Essex Eight has been carefully curated to bring out the best in each of these world-class musicians. You'll be talking about this concert for years to come.

​

This toe-tapping, hand-clapping – maybe even up-and-dancing – event will be followed by the award-winning Terra String Quartet on March 9 at Congregation Beth Shalom (Chester) and flutist Tara Helen O’Connor with Eight Emerging Artist Alumni on April 6 at Valley Regional High School (Deep River).

​

Concerts begin at 3 pm and are general admission. For tickets visit www.essexwinterseries.com or call 860-272-4572. For all our venues, parking, entry and seating accessibility is available.

​

This year's jazz concert is dedicated to the memory of Sharon D. Clark, generously funded by long-time EWS concert sponsors: Her loving husband, Herb Clark, the Clark Family, and good friends, Jacqueline Hubbard and Norman Needleman. Our 2025 season is sponsored by ASP Trust and this jazz concert is sponsored by the Clark Group and Tower Laboratories.

​

 Because love isn’t just a feeling — it’s a story we all share.

​

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and heartwarming performances in A Million Shades of Love, a Valentine’s Day Cabaret that celebrates every facet of love!

​

From playful first crushes to everlasting bonds, our talented cast will take you on a musical journey through love’s ups and downs. Featuring vibrant ensemble numbers, charming solos, and delightful medleys, this show blends beloved pop hits, musical theater classics, and heartfelt ballads to bring smiles, laughter, and maybe even a few happy tears.

​

Enjoy fun audience interactions, including our “Love and Marriage” game, and be wowed by dazzling performances from our youngest stars to seasoned teachers. Whether you’re celebrating with your Valentine or enjoying a night out with friends, A Million Shades of Love is the perfect way to experience the power of music, connection, and joy.

​

Tickets On Sale at: hhttps://www.cabaret-on-main.com/shows--events.html#/

​

Join me for the opening of MOTHER BROWN, GOLD FIELDS, AND WILD HONEY, my exhibition showcasing two decades of my groundbreaking wet clay performance practice. This immersive exhibition features an extensive collection of my performance prints, videos, and behind-the-scenes footage, offering a rare glimpse into my creative process behind these physically and emotionally intense works.

​

Join me for the opening of  MOTHER BROWN, GOLD FIELDS, AND WILD HONEY , my exhibition showcasing two decades of my groundbreaking wet clay performance practice. This immersive exhibition features an extensive collection of my performance prints, videos, and behind-the-scenes footage, offering a rare glimpse into my creative process behind these physically and emotionally intense works.

​

New and experienced students will focus on making pottery on the wheel.

​

Start by using methods of wedging, centering, hand and finger positioning for raising a vessel, and positioning one’s body for dealing with a mass of clay on the wheel. Demonstrations will cover the importance of trimming techniques and various forming processes.

​

Wear clothes that can get dirty.

​

Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only.

​

Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

​

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

​

Two of City Gallery’s contemporary photographers — Joy Bush and Tom Peterson — will be featured in ALONE, a new photography exhibit at City Gallery, on view from January 31 - March 2. There will be an Artists Reception on Sunday, February 23, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, newhavencity-gallery.org.

​

Learn how to make a clamshell box–a box that looks like a book, especially when set on a shelf. The design can be easily adapted in shape and size to accommodate a wide range of objects from prints, small objects, or books. Students will to the pieces and construct the two-tray cloth-covered box accented with decorative paper. Many of the basic bookbinding techniques will be taught such as measuring, cutting, and gluing.

​

No experience necessary. Intermediate students may work on independent box projects.

​

Plus receive one 3-hour monitored open bench session each week.

​

Join me for the opening of MOTHER BROWN, GOLD FIELDS, AND WILD HONEY, my exhibition showcasing two decades of my groundbreaking wet clay performance practice. This immersive exhibition features an extensive collection of my performance prints, videos, and behind-the-scenes footage, offering a rare glimpse into my creative process behind these physically and emotionally intense works.

​

Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

​

Medieval liturgical prescriptions are not often read for theological meaning, but such ritual instructions are encoded with theology. Ritual acts and gestures are communicative in ways similar and dissimilar to texts and words. In the case of the eucharist, what is the meaning of the sign of the cross made over (or with) the bread and the wine? Are words alone, i.e., the eucharistic prayer, not enough? Attending to the ritual gestures prescribed in the canon, and accounting for how they are communicated textually and graphically, allows for a richer account of eucharistic theology in the period before the Eucharistic synthesis of the high Middle Ages.

​

Free and open to the public.

​

View event site.

​

This event is part of the ISM Liturgy Symposium Series.

​

Contact: Katya Vetrov

​

Tyler Sampson  holds a Ph.D in liturgical studies from The Catholic University of America. He was most recently a lecturer at CUA and a senior lecturer and affiliate professor at Virginia Theological Seminary. His research focuses on the history and theology of Christian liturgy in the first millennium, particularly the developments and adaptations of the liturgy of the city of Rome. While at the ISM, he will expand on his dissertation research with a project entitled, “Ordo et Ratio: Ordering, Explaining, and Celebrating Liturgy in the Early Medieval West.” With this project he aims to deepen our understanding of this critical period of liturgical history by placing manuscripts of liturgical handbooks at the center. These understudied books, with instructions, commentaries, and other texts, were central to enacting the liturgical reform of the Carolingians and reveal the creativity and diversity of its implementation.

​

Develop your pottery skills as you focus on wheel-throwing techniques in stoneware and porcelain. Lessons will cover both functional and decorative pottery with emphasis on classical forms as we know them. Students will be shown how to apply glazes and/or oxide washes to achieve desired results, such as combining glaze colors and the application of wood ash to create unexpected effects on their work. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27 and firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

​

Learn basic metalsmithing for making jewelry, developing new skills, or strengthen existing ones. Weekly demonstrations introduce tools and techniques required for working with nonferrous sheet metal and wire. Demonstrations may include sawing, filing, cold-connecting, soldering, surface embellishment, forging, shaping, fold forming, finishing, and patina coloring.

​

The tuition for this class includes a fee of $40 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

Symphonia: Dialogues of Landscape, Ritual, and Resilience aims to explore the profound and intricate intersections of religious, ecological, and expressive themes through the works of four Chicago-based artists: Joanne Aono, Karen Azarnia, Jon Seals, and Michelle Wasson. Envisioned as an artistic conversation that transcends traditional boundaries, the exhibition is designed to encourage contemplation and dialogue, creating an immersive experience for the viewer to explore.

​

As an artist and farmer, Joanne Aono explores the intersection of nature and the cultural significance of food sovereignty across communities, drawing on humanity's historical reliance on the earth for survival. Through large drawings on agricultural fabric and small panel drawings depicting foraged foods and cultivated plants, Aono conveys themes of impermanence, the passage of time, and the interconnectedness of life, emphasizing the essential care needed for the holistic sustenance of the Earth and its elements.

​

Through painting, Karen Azarnia explores themes of time, home, memory, and natural life cycles. Navigating the delicate balance between abstraction and representation, works from her Verdant series are characterized by lushness and generosity – an act of care for the viewer. The work seeks to inspire renewal and resilience, drawing parallels between the meditative rhythms of nature and the painting process.

​

Employing a unique mixed-media approach, Jon Seals utilizes materials directly harvested from environmentally shifting landscapes. The symbiotic exchange with the soil, water, and plant life is evident in artworks created through pouring, dipping, and combining hand-drawn and painted elements. The integration of water sourced on-site deepens the artist's connection with the land and sea.

​

Michelle Wasson's paintings serve as a sensual refuge, intuitively created from memory and imagination. Her canvases, flowing between landscape, still life, and the figurative, portray surreal planes where divine vessels evoke the power of nature to create, destroy, and create anew, offering a reflection of our shared humanity in the natural world.

​

While each artist in Symphonia offers a distinct viewpoint embodied through their own uniquely built worlds, together these worlds intertwine to culminate into something much larger. It is through this simple yet powerful act of shared connection in which Symphonia ultimately seeks to inspire a renewed sense of environmental consciousness, and a commitment to preserving the sacred harmony within our world.

​

Free and open to the public.

​

Exhibition co-curated by Karen Azarnia & Jon Seals.

​

This exhibition will be on view at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music’s Miller Hall at 406 Prospect Street, New Haven from January 23-March 6 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12-4 p.m.

​

All are welcome to join us for an opening reception for this art exhibit on Wednesday, January 22 at 5 p.m.

​

Sponsored by the Institute of Sacred Music’s Religion, Ecology, and Expressive Culture Initiative.

​

We are excited to announce that the ISM will be linking its exhibitions to the Smartify app. The app is available as a free download from the App Store and Google Play, or you can access content through the Smartify webpage at  app.smartify.org. The Smartify app will allow you to directly scan artworks that are on display, as well as QR codes that are placed around the exhibition, to receive more information. You will also be able to save your favorite artworks and share them to social media.

​

Contact: Anesu Nyamupingidza

​

Art credit: Michelle Wasson: Golden Lacuna, Aurea Nova Series, 2023

​

View event page

​

Two of City Gallery’s contemporary photographers — Joy Bush and Tom Peterson — will be featured in ALONE, a new photography exhibit at City Gallery, on view from January 31 - March 2. There will be an Artists Reception on Sunday, February 23, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, newhavencity-gallery.org.

​

In this class enter the Art of the Abstract using mixed mediums, fluid acrylics, acrylic ink, neocrayons, pencils and permanent markers. This requires some self-examination and exploration to find your visual inspiration to actualize the art and to create a finished work by the end of the 5-week session.

​

Start with a couple of small 5 x7 mat boards doing fast, fun, instinctual exercises and small expanding scribbles and doodles. Then graduate to a larger substrate and with some guidance go through the steps to complete your abstract work of art.

​

Supply list available upon registration and instructions for caring for your new supplies to use them again and again.

​

Regina Thomas’ collage and mixed media art is a mélange of visual stimuli, colors, and shapes involving different genres from the representational to the abstract.  These multi-layered works portray her view of the world, never realistic, injecting her own narratives, metaphors, and icons.  Regina works instinctually, and her desire is to stimulate and intrigue the viewer, make a connection, bringing their own experiences to the work.

​

Regina has lived and traveled throughout Asia and Europe.  While in London, she attended Richmond University concentrating on the Art Disciplines as well as Studio classes.  Upon her return to the states she continued refining her art through classes and workshops at RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), The New Art Center in Newton – MA, South Shore Art Center – MA, West Hartford Art League, Creative Arts Workshop/New Haven, CT, Yale University and The British Art Museum.

​

Regina has been included in many juried exhibitions in New England. Thomas shows in private galleries and has private collectors across the U.S., Europe, South America and Asia. Her most recent shows have been at The John Slade Ely House in New Haven, and The Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook where she also holds classes in collage and mixed media art.

​

Join me for the opening of MOTHER BROWN, GOLD FIELDS, AND WILD HONEY, my exhibition showcasing two decades of my groundbreaking wet clay performance practice. This immersive exhibition features an extensive collection of my performance prints, videos, and behind-the-scenes footage, offering a rare glimpse into my creative process behind these physically and emotionally intense works.

​

Join us for a captivating journey through the world of photography, where moments are not just frozen in time but come alive right in your hands. Learn to tell your stories through image making. Gain a mentor, free camera equipment and more.

​

Take control of the camera you possess. Learn how to sustain yourself as a fine art photographer & commercial photographer. Learn to shoot like the pros.

​

Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

​

Join Yale Consort for a service of Latin Vespers. The Office of Evening Prayer, according to the current Roman rite and sung in Latin, will include a range of music from Gregorian chant to 8-voice polyphony.

​

Free and open to the public.

​

This service features music of Palestrina.

​

Due to the off-campus nature of Yale Consort events, they will not be livestreamed. We invite you to join us in person as you are able.

​

Yale Consort, a newly formed professional vocal ensemble conducted by Professor James O’Donnell and sponsored by the Yale Institute of Sacred Music, provides high quality choral music for a series of evening services in local parishes and chapels.

​

View Yale Consort website.

​

Instructed by Annie Sailer

​

39 Putnam Avenue

​

Hamden, CT 06517

​

Symphonia: Dialogues of Landscape, Ritual, and Resilience aims to explore the profound and intricate intersections of religious, ecological, and expressive themes through the works of four Chicago-based artists: Joanne Aono, Karen Azarnia, Jon Seals, and Michelle Wasson. Envisioned as an artistic conversation that transcends traditional boundaries, the exhibition is designed to encourage contemplation and dialogue, creating an immersive experience for the viewer to explore.

​

As an artist and farmer, Joanne Aono explores the intersection of nature and the cultural significance of food sovereignty across communities, drawing on humanity's historical reliance on the earth for survival. Through large drawings on agricultural fabric and small panel drawings depicting foraged foods and cultivated plants, Aono conveys themes of impermanence, the passage of time, and the interconnectedness of life, emphasizing the essential care needed for the holistic sustenance of the Earth and its elements.

​

Through painting, Karen Azarnia explores themes of time, home, memory, and natural life cycles. Navigating the delicate balance between abstraction and representation, works from her Verdant series are characterized by lushness and generosity – an act of care for the viewer. The work seeks to inspire renewal and resilience, drawing parallels between the meditative rhythms of nature and the painting process.

​

Employing a unique mixed-media approach, Jon Seals utilizes materials directly harvested from environmentally shifting landscapes. The symbiotic exchange with the soil, water, and plant life is evident in artworks created through pouring, dipping, and combining hand-drawn and painted elements. The integration of water sourced on-site deepens the artist's connection with the land and sea.

​

Michelle Wasson's paintings serve as a sensual refuge, intuitively created from memory and imagination. Her canvases, flowing between landscape, still life, and the figurative, portray surreal planes where divine vessels evoke the power of nature to create, destroy, and create anew, offering a reflection of our shared humanity in the natural world.

​

While each artist in Symphonia offers a distinct viewpoint embodied through their own uniquely built worlds, together these worlds intertwine to culminate into something much larger. It is through this simple yet powerful act of shared connection in which Symphonia ultimately seeks to inspire a renewed sense of environmental consciousness, and a commitment to preserving the sacred harmony within our world.

​

Free and open to the public.

​

Exhibition co-curated by Karen Azarnia & Jon Seals.

​

This exhibition will be on view at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music’s Miller Hall at 406 Prospect Street, New Haven from January 23-March 6 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12-4 p.m.

​

All are welcome to join us for an opening reception for this art exhibit on Wednesday, January 22 at 5 p.m.

​

Sponsored by the Institute of Sacred Music’s Religion, Ecology, and Expressive Culture Initiative.

​

We are excited to announce that the ISM will be linking its exhibitions to the Smartify app. The app is available as a free download from the App Store and Google Play, or you can access content through the Smartify webpage at  app.smartify.org. The Smartify app will allow you to directly scan artworks that are on display, as well as QR codes that are placed around the exhibition, to receive more information. You will also be able to save your favorite artworks and share them to social media.

​

Contact: Anesu Nyamupingidza

​

Art credit: Michelle Wasson: Golden Lacuna, Aurea Nova Series, 2023

​

View event page

​

Spectrum Art Gallery's first show of 2025 is "Life in Motion". A six-week show opening on January 24, 2025. The gallery will have images of people or objects in motion. Questions to think about what does motion do to a person or object? What stops it? What makes motion accelerate? What can make motion dangerous? What makes motion beautiful and exciting! The Opening Reception is Friday, January 24, 6:30-9 pm, with wine, food and good company! The show will close Saturday, March 8, 2025.

​

Two of City Gallery’s contemporary photographers — Joy Bush and Tom Peterson — will be featured in ALONE, a new photography exhibit at City Gallery, on view from January 31 - March 2. There will be an Artists Reception on Sunday, February 23, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, newhavencity-gallery.org.

​

In this class enter the Art of the Abstract using mixed mediums, fluid acrylics, acrylic ink, neocrayons, pencils and permanent markers. This requires some self-examination and exploration to find your visual inspiration to actualize the art and to create a finished work by the end of the 5-week session.

​

Start with a couple of small 5 x7 mat boards doing fast, fun, instinctual exercises and small expanding scribbles and doodles. Then graduate to a larger substrate and with some guidance go through the steps to complete your abstract work of art.

​

Supply list available upon registration and instructions for caring for your new supplies to use them again and again.

​

Regina Thomas’ collage and mixed media art is a mélange of visual stimuli, colors, and shapes involving different genres from the representational to the abstract.  These multi-layered works portray her view of the world, never realistic, injecting her own narratives, metaphors, and icons.  Regina works instinctually, and her desire is to stimulate and intrigue the viewer, make a connection, bringing their own experiences to the work.

​

Regina has lived and traveled throughout Asia and Europe.  While in London, she attended Richmond University concentrating on the Art Disciplines as well as Studio classes.  Upon her return to the states she continued refining her art through classes and workshops at RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), The New Art Center in Newton – MA, South Shore Art Center – MA, West Hartford Art League, Creative Arts Workshop/New Haven, CT, Yale University and The British Art Museum.

​

Regina has been included in many juried exhibitions in New England. Thomas shows in private galleries and has private collectors across the U.S., Europe, South America and Asia. Her most recent shows have been at The John Slade Ely House in New Haven, and The Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook where she also holds classes in collage and mixed media art.

​

Join me for the opening of MOTHER BROWN, GOLD FIELDS, AND WILD HONEY, my exhibition showcasing two decades of my groundbreaking wet clay performance practice. This immersive exhibition features an extensive collection of my performance prints, videos, and behind-the-scenes footage, offering a rare glimpse into my creative process behind these physically and emotionally intense works.

​

Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

​

Yale Library's collection of manuscripts produced in the Islamic world is among the largest and oldest in the United States. See the exhibit Feb. 24 through Aug. 10.

​

The opening reception will be at the library on Wed. evening, Feb. 26, from 5 to 7 p.m.

​

The exhibition and the reception are free and open to the public.

​

Explore and create your own series of linoleum prints in this engaging class.

​

The instructor will guide students in developing original designs and preparing a linoleum block for inking and printing. The process of carving and printing a 4” x 6” block will be demonstrated, along with a variety of inking and printing techniques. Examples of linoleum prints will be available for inspiration.

​

This course welcomes both beginners and advanced students. All inks are water-based and easily cleaned with soap and water. Students may purchase their own paper or additional blocks after the first session.

​

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours.

​

27 Feb

​

07:00

​

Join us for live music!

​

 Live Music from Dave and Chrissy

​

27 Feb

​

7:00 pm

​

Join us for live music!

​

Dive into the creative process of monotype printmaking using direct drawing, stencils, and masking techniques.

​

This hands-on class introduces innovative approaches to printmaking, allowing students to create bold, dynamic images with clean lines and striking contrasts. Whether you’re an artist looking to expand your skills or a hobbyist seeking a new creative outlet, this class provides the tools and knowledge to make stunning prints.

​

Students will design and customize stencils from a variety of materials and explore layering techniques in inking to create complex, multi-colored prints. Topics include working with gel plates, screen printing, and plexiglass monotypes. No prior experience is required.

​

Includes one 3-hour practice session per week during monitored practice hours.

​

The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

​

Want to try something new? Build your existing skills to grow ideas in a stimulating group of intermediate and advanced potters. Individual projects are encouraged, with demonstrations designed to inspire new ways of looking at throwing, hand-building, and overall design.

​

Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only.

​

Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

​

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

​

Learn the various approaches to creating metal sculptures, including welding (oxyacetylene and MIG), brazing, cutting (torch and plasma cutter), hammering, and more.

​

Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours.

​

Students should wear 100% cotton long sleeves, jeans or work pants, and closed-toe boots. No synthetic mesh, plastic, or cloth.

​

The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $40.

​