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Wethersfield Academy for the Arts

Nonprofit art school providing high-quality instruction in the visual arts, to all ages and levels.

The Wethersfield Academy for the Arts is pleased to announce The Classical Arts Atelier Program, The Studio Arts Program, and Artists Workshops. The Atelier provides the serious student with personal coaching by a distinguished faculty member and use of the studio for ten to fifteen hours per week for independent study. The Studio Arts offers classes in drawing and painting for children, youth and adults at all levels.

05/30/2026

🏆✨ We're Honored to Be Recognized! ✨🏆

We’re excited to share that Wethersfield Academy for the Arts has been named one of the Top 5 Art Schools in Hartford County by BusinessRate!

This recognition reflects the incredible dedication of our instructors, the talent and enthusiasm of our students, and the support of our wonderful community. From youth programs and summer camps to adult classes, workshops, and open studios, we are proud to provide a welcoming space where artists of all ages and skill levels can learn, create, and grow.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our artistic journey. Your support helps keep the arts thriving in our community, and we look forward to continuing to inspire creativity for years to come.

🎨 Here's to making art, building skills, and fostering creativity together!

05/21/2026

🎨✨ Instructor Spotlight: Veronique Fournier-Wynne ✨🎨

Born in northern France and raised in a family deeply connected to the arts, Veronique Fournier-Wynne developed her passion for painting at an early age. Inspired by museum visits to the Louvre and the work of masters like Jacques Louis David, she later transitioned from a career in graphic design to the study of classical realism at WAFTA in 2016.

Today, Veronique is an accomplished Connecticut portrait artist known for her work in portraiture, still life, and oil painting. Using the Bargue method and Munsell color theory, her paintings have earned recognition and first-place awards in regional exhibitions.

At WAFTA, Veronique teaches Oil Painting for Adults & Youth and will also be leading a special Summer Youth Art Program in Oil Painting, July 6–10.

Veronique is a proud member of the Connecticut Women Artists (CWA), the International Guild of Realism (IGOR), and the American Artist Professional League (AAPL).

05/19/2026

🎨✨ Instructor Spotlight: Nick Frasco ✨🎨

Meet Nick Frasco, one of the talented teaching artists behind our Saturday Youth Art Series and Summer Youth Art Program!

With a Bachelor’s Degree in Illustration from Paier College of Art, a Diploma in Fine Arts, and additional studies at the College of Urbino in Italy, Nick brings both artistic skill and a passion for teaching into every class. He loves helping young artists discover their creativity, build confidence, and unlock their artistic potential in a supportive, encouraging environment.

☀️ Nick will once again be teaching in our Summer Youth Art Program — and registration is now open! Young artists ages 7–16 can explore drawing, painting, sculpture, anime, wildlife art, and more through exciting weekly sessions designed to inspire creativity and imagination.

05/07/2026

🎨 Looking for a creative summer activity for your child?

Young artists ages 7–16 are invited to explore a whimsical world of color, creativity, and imagination this summer at Wethersfield Academy of the Arts!

Our weekly summer program introduces exciting techniques in drawing, painting, and sculpture through fun, hands-on projects designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Each week features two engaging themes offered in both morning and afternoon sessions, Monday–Friday.

✨ Full-day option available with supervised lunch hour
✨ Welcoming for beginners and experienced young artists alike
✨ A summer filled with creativity, discovery, and artistic growth

Registration is now open — reserve your child’s spot today!

05/01/2026

🌞 It’s May 1… have you registered your child for summer programs yet?

Summer has a way of arriving faster than expected—and our Youth Summer Art Program is already filling with young artists ready to create, explore, and imagine.

🎨 Weekly classes for ages 7–16
✨ Drawing, painting & sculpture
👩‍🎨 Taught by professional artists
🕘 Morning (9am–12pm) & Afternoon (1pm–4pm) sessions
🌈 New creative themes each week

From superheroes and anime to surrealism, sculpture, and wearable art, every week offers a new artistic adventure.

👉 Give your young artist a summer filled with creativity, confidence, and discovery. Register today!

04/29/2026

✨ Next session starts in one week! ✨

Step into the world of artistic mastery, where brush meets canvas and tradition meets discovery. In this 6-week oil painting class, artists will explore time-honored techniques inspired by Renaissance classics through 19th-century masterpieces — from the layered beauty of the Flemish tradition to the luminous realism of Bouguereau.

Led by Veronique Fournier-Wynne, students will receive guided instruction in both the fundamentals and finer nuances of realistic oil painting. Open to youth and adult artists of all skill levels, whether you’re just beginning or refining your craft.

📅 May 6, 13, 20, 27 & June 3, 10
🕓 Wednesdays from 4–8 PM
• Adult artists select a preferred 3-hour instruction block
• Youth artists select a preferred 2-hour instruction block

Join us for an inspiring session of observation, technique, and creative growth. 🎨

04/03/2026

🎨 Nine weeks. Countless ideas. Endless creativity.

Over the past several days, we’ve taken you through a summer filled with animals and superheroes, surreal dreams and still lifes, spinning paint and wearable art—each week its own little world of discovery.

At the heart of it all is something timeless: classical realist drawing, painting, and sculpture, where young artists build strong foundations while exploring their own creativity—guided every step of the way by professional artists.

✨ With a variety of weekly classes offered in both morning (9:00am–12:00pm) and afternoon (1:00–4:00pm) sessions, there’s something for every schedule and every kind of artist.

Whether your child is just beginning or already filling sketchbooks at home, there’s still time to be part of the story.

Spots are limited across sessions—choose your week (or weeks!) and join us for a summer of creativity, connection, and growth.

https://wethersfieldarts.org/summer-program/

04/02/2026

🎨 Week 9—our final week of summer—is a celebration of skill, curiosity, and creativity.

✨ AM Session: Drawing Animal Skulls in Still Life
Young artists explore the beauty of form and structure through detailed observation of real skulls. Focusing on light, shadow, texture, and proportion, this class blends art, science, and curiosity in a truly unique way.

🐭 PM Session: Drawing Classic Cartoons
From expressive faces to dynamic poses, students dive into the timeless world of cartooning—developing characters and storytelling skills inspired by classic animation.

A thoughtful and fun finale to a summer of artistry—join us for Week 9!

04/01/2026

👟 No tricks here—just another week of seriously creative fun.

✨ AM Session: Wear Your Art!
Sneakers become a canvas as young artists design and customize their own wearable masterpieces. With techniques like painting, stenciling, sanding, and masking, creativity steps into bold, personal style.

🐉 PM Session: Creating Mythological Creatures
Dragons, trolls, and fairies take shape as students design imaginative creatures and the worlds they inhabit. With guided demos, storytelling and artistry come together in magical ways.

🎨 It may be April Fools’ Day—but these classes (and the fun) are very real.
Spots are limited—register today!

03/31/2026

🌿 Week 7 invites young artists to step outside, look closer, and bring imagination to life.

✨ AM Session: Drawing & Painting from Nature
From flowers and leaves to rocks and landscapes, students explore the natural world through sketching and painting—both in the studio and outdoors. With guided instruction, they’ll build observational skills while creating beautiful, nature-inspired artwork.

✏️ PM Session: Anime & Manga Brought to Life!
Characters, stories, and bold expression take center stage! Young artists design original figures and create dynamic scenes using Copic markers and Micron pens—perfect for fans of anime, manga, and visual storytelling.

Week 7 blends quiet observation with bold creativity—register today!

Address

431 Hartford Avenue
Wethersfield, CT
06109

Telephone

(860) 994-8304

Website

http://www.wethersfieldarts.org/

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