Jaffrey Civic Center

06/06/2026

July 10: Drawing portraits

Drawing faces, or portraits and the human figure are some of the most interesting subjects to draw. They have been a constant endeavour and challenge for professional artists and amateurs throughout the centuries. If you are interested in learning how to draw your children, grandchildren or people in general, this class is for you. You will focus on drawing heads and faces, considered a harmonious pair, by using universal rules of proportions.

You will be able to draw a face with graphite pencils, or charcoal if you prefer, by building the basic face structure, interpret the proportions and apply shading, add texture (hair and skin), and bring life to your portrait. There will be plenty of demonstrations and individual feedback. Sign up here:https://checkout.square.site/merchant/ML12RFV497JN6/checkout/SJXKII37OKKNFNIB6XAL6U54?mc_cid=e08d055358&mc_eid=e64a83413d

06/05/2026

Please mark your calendars for our next exhibits! We will have an opening reception for all 3 exhibits on Friday, June 12 5-7 pm. Please join us for light refreshments, a chance to meet and talk to the artists, and enjoy new art at the JCC!

Hello, Neighbor by MidCoast Maine Book Artists
Form & Color by Bessann Triplett
Five Decades: A Journey Through Art in Nature by James A. Cusmano

For more information, visit our website: https://jaffreyciviccenter.com/exhibitions/

06/04/2026

Coming soon, another exciting session of “Why is This Art.” Join us as Susan Wadsworth discusses how works like the Spiral Jetty in Utah and magical light experiences by James Turrell show new conceptions of art. Are they really art? Sign up today:Lecture Series: Why is this art? Earthworks and Light https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lecture-series-why-is-this-art-earthworks-and-light-tickets-1984080102998?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile

06/04/2026

Watercolor Workshop: Irises with Olha Necheporenko
Saturday, June 6 10:30 – 1:30 pm

Join us for a calm and creative watercolor workshop where we will paint an elegant iris flower together.

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We will all be working from the same reference image, making it easy to follow along step by step while still allowing space for your personal interpretation and style.

This class is great for beginners and for those who want to practice watercolor techniques. Olha Necheporenko will guide you through the full process — from soft, flowing washes to layering color and creating depth and movement in the petals.

All materials are provided — just come, relax, and enjoy the process ✨

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06/03/2026

Come by this week during open hours for your last chance to@see these three wonderful exhibits!

06/02/2026

JCC friends and neighbors, we are still looking for artists, gardens and volunteers for our Gardens and Artists tour. Sign up here:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDm42LqlvICAzUQWiFuE86e1282neqsPCuAb4M-ZC6xJLmZQ/viewform?mc_cid=e08d055358&mc_eid=e64a83413d

06/02/2026

This is the last week to view our current exhibits: 60th Anniversary Spring Show, Organic Abstraction and Improvisations by Alexander Pope, Specimens by Peter Sandback

Join us Wednesday - Friday 12-5, and Saturday 10-2 to view these great exhibits before they leave!

06/01/2026

There is still time to see “Lemon Meringue” by David Woodward and all of the other wonderful works in our member show! Stop by during open hours!

05/31/2026

It is not too late to sign up for Maryann's classes that start this week!

Whether the subject matter is a beautiful still life or a bird, or an animal, are you struggling with what do you do for the background? You’re not alone! In this session, we will discuss composition as well as different ideas for backgrounds to best highlight the main characters within a painting.

BEGINNERS WELCOME!

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05/30/2026

Saturdays 10:30 – 1:30 pm: June 13, June 20, June 27
$100 per student

In these classes, you will learn how to paint in watercolors using different techniques such as washes, wet in wet, and how to paint the traditional “transparent” technique involving the overlapping of thin, transparent color washes which rely on the white of the paper for their luminosity. We will be painting from real models (flowers) and sometimes photographs. There will be many demonstrations and plenty of one on one support. Bring your materials (list is provided) and snacks or lunch to enjoy this springtime/summer activity. All levels are welcome. Sign up today:https://checkout.square.site/merchant/ML12RFV497JN6/checkout/2YSHVBPSKL6LUE5RUCZJES6R?mc_cid=eedc0576db&mc_eid=e64a83413d