Artwork Registration for WSA Show "Splash" at Natick Library
2025-05-06 00:00 - 2025-05-20 22:00 (America/New_York) | Online
SPLASH at the Natick Library May 31 – June 30
Artwork Registration is Open May 6-20
All WSA exhibiting members are invited to register for this show. “Register Here”.
Artists are allowed one registration each and the fee is $20.
There are no size limitations
PLEASE read the WSA juried exhibition policies
It is important to take a good picture of your artwork in case you win an award and for show publicity. Please send jpegs to Nancy Treves ntreves@mac.com.
The judge for this show is artist Kim Weineck. There will be cash awards for first, second, and third place, up to four honorable mentions (non cash).
Artwork drop off is on Saturday, May 31, 10:00-11:00am at the Natick Library . If you are not able to drop off during this time, please contact another WSA member, ask a friend, or contact one of the show chairs in advance to make arrangements.
The awards will be announced at the awards reception on June 12 at 7:00-8:00pm
Kristin Conant and Chryso Lawless are the show chairs
The show closes on June 30, artwork pick up is 10:00-11:00am

Plein Air 101
2025-05-15 18:45 - 20:30 | Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482, United States
Join us on Thursday, May 15 , 7:00-8:30pm for Plein Air 101 at the Wellesley Free Library

As the weather warms, and summer travel plans are in the works, many people are inspired to get back outside to observe, sketch and paint. For some, plein air painting can be challenging without the usual studio conveniences, but the benefits of painting from life can be quite surprising. Artist Dan Schultz shares some thoughts on how plein air can help your painting practice. So in hopes of inspiring people to venture out to paint from life, the WSA is having a program on May 15 at 7:00pm at the Wellesley Free Library to help simplify the plein air process. Come learn from fellow members and or share your experiences about the various artist kits for watercolor, oil, acrylic and pastel, and see how to tackle this practice. This evening is also a wonderful opportunity to come meet and chat with WSA members. Join us for light refreshments beginning at 6:45pm.
WSA Members: Mai Mai Pietrowski, Joanna Dole, Nancy Present Van Broekhoven and Mark Richards will share their experiences and address some of these questions:

How do you get organized for plein air painting?
What supplies do you put in your “box” and why?
How do you set up everything and how do you find a perfect spot?
What is the best time to paint outside for you and why?
What are tips and tricks you have learned?
Why do you love it so much?

WSA Show "Splash"
2025-05-31 09:00 - 2025-06-30 21:00 | Natick Morse Institute Libary, 14 East Central Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
The Wellesley Society of Artists is pleased to present Splash, a welcome to summer show May 31-June 30 at the Natick Morse Institute Library in the Lebowitz Meeting Hall. The show features over 30 pieces of artwork in a variety of mediums and styles, with something for everyone. This show is judged by Kim Weineck and the awards reception is June 12, 7:00-8pm and open to the public. Come join us in supporting local artists!

Artwork Drop off for Splash Show at Natick Library
2025-05-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Natick Morse Institute Libary, 14 East Central Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Drop off for the Splash Show is Saturday, May 31st from 10:00-11:00am at the Natick Library in the Lebowitz Meeting Hall. If you are unable to come during this time, please make other arrangements with another member, friend or family member. Make sure your piece is ready for hanging and your name, artwork title and contact information is on the back of the artwork

Artwork Registration "Where the Wild Things Are"
2025-06-10 08:00 - 2025-06-22 17:00 | Online
“Where the Wild Things Are”
July 1 – July 31 at the Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary
Show Registration June 10-22
Register Here
Open to ALL WSA Members including associate members
Small Works Show
195 (12×16) square inches or less
Limited to First 30 Participants – No Early Registrations
Not a Judged Show
No Registration Fee
Broadmoor Audubon Sale Commission 25%
Artwork Drop Off
July 1, 9:00-10:00am
Artwork Pick Up
July 31, 9:00-10:00am
Show Chairs
Mike Murphy and Laurie Hill Dunning

Splash Show Artwork Pick Up
2025-06-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Natick Morse Institute Libary, 14 East Central Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
The Splash show artwork pick up is June 30, 10:00-11:00am at the Natick Morse Library. If you are unable to come during this time, please ask a friend, family, or another WSA member to pick up your artwork. Please make arrangements in advance. Thank you!

Artwork Drop off "Where the Wild Things Are"
2025-07-01 09:00 - 10:00 | Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, 280 Eliot St., Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Artwork drop off for the WSA show “Where the Wild Things Are” is Tuesday, July 1, 9:00-10:00am at the Visitor’s Center, Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary.
Be sure your contact information, artwork title are on the back of the artwork. If you are unable to drop off during this time, please ask a friend or another WSA member in advance.

Where the Wild Things Are - WSA Small Works Show at the Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary
2025-07-01 09:00 - 2025-07-31 17:00 | Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, 280 Eliot St., Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Don’t miss the WSA’s small works show “Where the Wild Things Are” on display at the Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary Nature Center, July 1-31. The artists will be donating 25% of any sale proceeds to the Broadmoor Sanctuary.

Artwork Pick Up - Where the Wild Things Are
2025-07-31 09:00 - 10:00 | Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary, 280 Eliot St., Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Artwork pick up for the “Where the Wild Things Are” Show is July 31, 9:00-10:00am.
If you cannot pick up your artwork at this time, ask a friend or another WSA member in advance.

Artwork Registration - "Anything Goes" at the Weston Library
2025-09-10 00:00 - 2025-09-24 22:00 | Online
Artwork Registration is Open September 10-24
“Anything Goes” OPEN – October 1-31 at the Weston Library
All WSA exhibiting members are invited to register for this show
Register Here
Artists are allowed one registration each and the fee is $20
There are no size limitations
PLEASE read the WSA juried exhibition policies
It is important to take a good picture of your artwork in case you win an award and for show publicity. Please send jpegs to Nancy Treves ntreves@mac.com.
The judge for this show is artist Nancy Colella . There will be cash awards for first, second, and third place, up to four honorable mentions (non cash).
Artwork drop off is on Wednesday, October 1, 10:00-11:00am at the Weston Library .
If you are not able to drop off during this time, please contact another WSA member, ask a friend, or contact one of the show chairs in advance to make arrangements.
The awards will be announced at the awards reception on Sunday October 12 at 2:00-3:00pm
Laurie Hill Dunning and Megan Stride are the show chairs
The show closes on October 31, artwork pick up is 10:00-11:00am

WSA Board Meeting
2025-09-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Wellesley Town Hall, 525 Washington St, Wellesley, MA, 02482, United States
The WSA Board meets monthly and all WSA members are invited to attend.
September 16 12 at 1:00pm
Wellesley Town Hall Great Hall Conference Room

WSA Member Reference Photo Field Trip to Roger Williams Zoo
2025-09-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Roger Williams Zoo, 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI, 02907, United States
Join fellow WSA members for a field trip to Roger Williams Zoo in Providence, RI to discover some animal inspiration and take your own reference photos, Wednesday September 17th, 9:00-Noon. Driving time to the zoo is just under an hour. Attendees will meet there around 9:00am when the zoo opens. Admission fee is $22 for adults and $18 for seniors 62 years and over. Interested in coming? Contact Megan Stride to sign up! Raindate: September 18th

WSA Show "Anything Goes" at the Weston Library
2025-10-01 08:00 - 2025-10-31 17:00 | Weston Library, 87 School St., Weston, MA, United States
The Wellesley Society of Artists presents its first fall show “Anything Goes”, October 1-31 at the Weston Library. This show features the artwork of over 35 member artists in a variety of mediums and styles. The judge for this show is artist Nancy Colella. Awards will be given for first, second and third place and up to four honorable mentions. The awards reception is Sunday October 12, 3:00-4:00pm, and open to the public.

"Anything Goes" Artwork Drop Off
2025-10-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Weston Library, 87 School St., Weston, MA, United States
Artwork drop off for the WSA Show “Anything Goes” is on Wednesday, October 1, 10:00-11:00am at the Weston Public Library. Be sure artist information is attached to the back of the artwork and the painting is ready for hanging.

WSA Show and Sale Wellesley History Center - Artwork Registration
2025-10-08 00:00 - 2025-10-29 22:00 | Online
The Wellesley Society of Artists will be joining the Wellesley Historical Society in celebrating the new Wellesley History and Exhibit Center with a Holiday Show and Sale, November 28, 2025 – January 5, 2026

Artwork Registration is October 8-29

All WSA Exhibiting Members are invited to submit up to 2 paintings. Registration fee is $21 for 2 paintings.
Due to space limitations this show will be online and at the Wellesley History and Exhibit Center. In order to accommodate all the entries, Ryan Black, artist and gallery manager at the Page Waterman Gallery will be selecting the paintings that will be on display at the Wellesley History Center. ALL submissions will be included in the online show on the WSA website. All registrants will be notified by November 10th if their artwork will be shown at the Wellesley History and Exhibit Center.
Size Limitation: No Larger than 850 square inches including the frame (PLEASE NOTE UPDATED SIZE LIMITATION)
All paintings must be for sale
The registration fee is $21 for one or two paintings (Two for One)
Submit jpegs to Nancy Treves
The Wellesley Historical Society commission is 20%
Opening Reception is Thursday, December 4, 6:30-8:30pm
Painting Drop Off – November 20, 10:00-11:30
Painting Pick Up – January 5, 10:00am – NOON
Show Chairs: Mike Murphy and Nancy Treves
REGISTER HERE

Annual Library Show Artwork Registration
2025-10-10 00:00 - 2025-10-24 22:00 | Online
The Annual Library Show is on exhibit November 1-31 at the Wellesley Free Library in the Wakelin Room and the James E. Mahoney Foyer
Artwork registration is open online October 10-24th
All WSA Exhibiting Members are invited to submit ONE registration
Size limitation: 720 square inches including frame
Show Chairs Kristin Conant and Pilar Figueira
Send a jpeg of your submission to Nancy Treves
Show Judge is Patrick McCay
Wellesley Free Library receives a 10% commission on all sales
Artwork Drop off: November 1st, 9:30-10:30am
Artwork Pick up: November 29th, 1-2:30pm
REGISTER HERE

WSA Show "Anything Goes" Awards Reception
2025-10-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Weston Library, 87 School St., Weston, MA, United States
Join us for the Anything Goes awards reception to celebrate the show’s participants on Sunday, October 12th, 3:00-4:00pm. Awards will be given for First, Second, and Third Place, as well as Honorable Mentions. The judge for this show is Nancy Colella. We hope you will join us for light refreshments and conversation with local artists.

How Creative Expression Can Benefit Older Adults with Raquel Stephenson
2025-10-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482, United States
The Wellesley Society of Artists in partnership with the Wellesley Free Library invite you to come learn “How Creative Expression Can Benefit Older Adults” on October 15th at 7:00-8:00pm at the Wellesley Free Library in the Wakelin Room. Please join us for light refreshments and conversation beginning at 6:30pm. This program is sponsored in part by a grant from the Wellesley Cultural Council, and is free and open to the public.

The journey of aging can be our most creative chapter yet—full of expression, connection, and growth. Through the inspiring stories of three older artists, we’ll see how making art can support healthy and meaningful aging. Together, we’ll look at the joy and vitality that come from lifelong artistic expression, especially in our later years. We’ll also reflect on how aging and the arts influence each other—revealing the powerful, uplifting role that creative expression can play throughout our lives.

Raquel Chapin Stephenson, PhD, ATR-BC, LCAT
Dr. Stephenson is a Professor of Art Therapy at Lesley University and Founder of Creative Aging Solutions. Her practice, research and scholarship are at the intersection of aging and creativity, including her book Art Therapy and Creative Aging: Reclaiming Elderhood, Health and Wellbeing. She was co-founder and teaching artist for the Creative Approaches to Healthy Aging program, funded by two NEA ArtWorks Grants, and founded New York University’s Creative Aging Therapeutic Services. She serves on boards and advisory committees for several arts organizations.

Many thanks to the Wellesley Cultural Council

"Anything Goes" Artwork Pick UP
2025-10-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Weston Library, 87 School St., Weston, MA, United States
WSA Show Anything Goes closes on Friday, October 31st, all artwork must be picked up between 10:00-11:00am. If you cannot pick up your artwork during this time, please ask a friend or fellow member. Thank you to everyone who participated and especially our show chairs, Laurie Hill and Megan Stride.

WSA Annual Members Meeting
2025-11-01 09:00 - 09:30 | Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482, United States
Join us for the Annual Members Meeting on Saturday, November 1 at 9:00-9:30am at the Wellesley Free Library. Bring a cup of coffee and the WSA will bring the breakfast treats! This is great opportunity to hear about show and program plans for 2026, and even sign up to volunteer. Come meet fellow members and board members.
Artwork drop off for the Annual Library Show will begin immediately following the meeting.

WSA Annual Library Show
2025-11-01 09:00 - 2025-11-29 21:00 | Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482, United States
The Wellesley Society of Artists Annual Library Show is on exhibit at the Wellesley Free Library in the James E. Mahoney Foyer and the Wakelin Room, November 1-29. This show features the artwork of over 45 exhibiting artist members and the recipients of the WSA Art Achievement Award. This show is judged by Patrick McCay. Awards will be announced on Sunday, November 9 at 1:30pm followed by the program “Drawing the Figure from Life” with artist Ron Krouk.

The Practice of Life Drawing with Ron Krouk and WSA Annual Library Show Awards
2025-11-09 13:30 - 15:30 | Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482, United States
Please join the Wellesley Society of Artists in partnership with the Wellesley Free Library for an afternoon of life drawing with artist and teacher Ron Krouk on Sunday, November 9th, 1:30-3:30pm. Attendees are invited to bring their own sketch book and drawing utensils, or tablets to follow along with Ron. The program will begin with the announcement of awards for the WSA Annual Library show presented by the judge, Patrick McCay. Join us for light refreshments beginning at 1:15pm and chance to meet local artists. This program is free and open to the public. Attendees are invited to bring a non perishable food item for the Wellesley Food Pantry.

The Practice of Life Drawing with Ron Krouk
A demonstration of some approaches to developing and improving drawing skills.
1. 10 minutes: Brief Introduction about practicing and sharpening observation skills vs “making art”, and about why life drawing, since at least the Renaissance, has been part of studio training.

2. 15-30 minutes: Gesture Drawing. What goes on in a 30 second drawing and why practice this. What happens as you add more time.

3. 15-30 minutes: Drawing with straight lines, what and why.

4. 10-15 minutes: Outline and Contour. 5 minutes of the time will be for people in the audience to do a blind contour drawing of their hand after I demo the process.

5. 15-20 minutes: Notan and Composition. Large thumbnails for planning a composition.

6. Drawing for painting (what’s different from drawing for it’s own sake).
See Ron’s work: ronkrouk.com

WSA Art and Ornament Sale at the Wellesley History and Exhibit Center
2025-11-28 11:00 - 2025-12-23 16:00 | Wellesley History and Exhibit Center, 323 Washington Street, Wellesley Hills, MA, 02481, United States
The Wellesley Society of Artists (WSA) is partnering with the Wellesley Historical Society to celebrate the new Wellesley History and Exhibit Center with an Art and Ornament Sale, November 28–December 23.
This sale features 51 paintings in a variety of mediums and styles, all done by WSA members. Hand-painted ornaments are also available to purchase for gift giving while supplies last. Artists are donating 100% of the proceeds from the ornament sale and 20% of the proceeds from the art sale to benefit the Wellesley Historical Society. Starting on November 28, the art sale can be viewed online, and designated paintings and the ornaments can be seen at the Wellesley History and Exhibit Center. All paintings will be available immediately for the gift giving season.
See the art online Art and Ornament Sale. Be sure to come by to see the artwork in person!

Library Show Artwork Pick Up
2025-11-29 13:00 - 14:30 | Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482, United States
Artwork pick up for the Annual Wellesley Library Show is Saturday, November 29, 1:00-2:30pm in the Wakelin Room. If you are not able to pick up your artwork during that time, please make arrangements in advance by asking another WSA member or friend. It’s a busy weekend! Thank you for participating in this show!

Join Us for the Art and Ornament Sale Opening Reception
2025-12-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Wellesley History and Exhibit Center, 323 Washington Street, Wellesley Hills, MA, 02481, United States
Please join the WSA for an
Art and Ornament Sale Opening Reception
Thursday, December 4 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
At the Wellesley History and Exhibit Center
RSVP required, $20 per person, age 21+, and space is limited.
Tickets are available here.

Artwork Pick Up Wellesley History Center Sale
2026-01-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Wellesley History and Exhibit Center, 323 Washington Street, Wellesley Hills, MA, 02481, United States
Thank you for participating in this first time event! Artwork pick up is Monday, January 5, 10:00am – Noon. If you cannot pick up your artwork during this time, ask another WSA member or a friend.

Register Artwork for the "Great Escape" at TCAN
2026-01-09 00:00 - 2026-01-23 22:00 | The Center for Arts Natick, 14 Summer Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Join us for our second celebration of abstract art!
The Center for Arts Natick (TCAN)
The Great Escape
January 31 – February 28
Artwork Registration January 9-23
Georgia O’Keefe was a pioneering modernist painter and said, “I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way – things I had no words for.” With that in mind, participants are invited to submit artwork that does not attempt to represent an accurate depiction of a visual reality, but instead uses shapes, colors, forms, and marks to achieve effect and meaning. This definition may include the realm of surrealism that seeks to challenge accepted norms. In showcasing abstract art, this call encourages artists to create paintings that express insights and explore ideas without the anchor of representational symbols.
Registration Fee is $20.00 – One Entry Per Member
No size limitations
Send jpegs of your artwork for publicity to Nancy Treves
TCAN manages all sales
If the artist is a member of TCAN, the commission is 25% of the sale price plus the sales tax
If the artist is NOT a TCAN member, the commission is 30% of the sale price plus the sales tax
WSA does not take a commission from sales
Please read the WSA exhibition policies with special attention to framing/hanging requirements
Artwork Drop off: January 31, 10:00-11:00am
Artwork Pick Up: February 28, 10:00am – Noon
Show Chairs: Mike Murphy and Mark Richards
Contact Mike Murphy for show related questions
REGISTER

"The Great Escape" Artwork Drop Off at TCAN
2026-01-31 10:00 - 11:00 | The Center for Arts Natick, 14 Summer Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Artwork drop off for the “Great Escape” Exhibition at The Center for Arts Natick (TCAN) is Saturday, January 31, 10:00-11:00am
Be sure your art work is ready for hanging. Please carefully read the exhibition policies and framing requirements.

Collage Workshop with Joan Onofrey
2026-01-31 13:00 - 15:00 | Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02482, United States
Join the Wellesley Society of Artists in partnership with the Wellesley Free Library for a collage workshop to create your own collage card in time for Valentines Day or a birthday or another special event. Learn about papers, glues and collage techniques while discovering some of the history of this art and the artists who have used it.The workshop will be presented by Joan Onofrey, a collage artist and art educator. Joan is a member of the Wellesley Society of Artists, the Needham Art Association and the Dedham Art Association. Collage is a versatile art medium that many artists refer to as “painting with paper”. As a collage artist, Joan is inspired by her observations of the world. With torn bits of recycled and repurposed paper, she recreates her whimsical art images of animals, landscapes, sports and reimagined iconic art images.

Let’s explore, be playful and have fun, no experience needed. Saturday, January 31st, 1:00-3:00pm at the Wellesley Free Library Wakelin Room. The workshop is free, but space is limited so sign up is required. Attendees must be 16 yrs. and up.
This Workshop is FULL
Add your name to the waitlist
SIGN UP

WSA at The Center for Arts Natick - "The Great Escape"
2026-02-01 10:00 - 20:00 | The Center for Arts Natick, 14 Summer Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
The Wellesley Society of Artists welcomes visitors to the first exhibit of the year, The Great Escape, at the Center for Arts Natick for the month of February. This exhibit features abstract and non representational artwork by over 20 members of the WSA. The gallery at TCAN is open during box office hours: Sunday and Monday: Closed, Tuesday – Friday: 12:00pm – 4:00pm, Saturday: 12:00pm – 2:00pm and during ticketed performances.
