Sebastian River Art Club
Weekly News
July 13, 2025
volunteer opportunity
Volunteer Opportunity – Calling Committee Chair
Kathleen Richter will be stepping down as Chair of the Calling Committee but has graciously offered to continue as one of our callers. If you’re interested in volunteering for the Chair position, please reach out to her directly at richterkathleen@comcast.net
A heartfelt thank you to Kathleen for her dedication and all she’s contributed in this role—thank you!
Richard Davis's Watercolor Class
Moments from Richard Davis’s Watercolor Class
These snapshots capture the serene beauty of swan paintings made by each participant in Richard Davis’s inspiring class.
Featured Artist of the Month
Eileen Corrigan
July 2025 SRAC Monthly Calendar
July 2025 SRAC Art Classes
All classes are $15 for members, $20 for non-members, unless otherwise noted. Please contact the individual teacher to register and for a supply list. Classes may be canceled due to under-attendance.
Tues 7/15 9 - 12 Class: Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor
Instructor: Jean Archibald keel84@aol.com (561) 212-0915
Class for intermediate and advanced watercolor artists that come for guidance in improving their existing style. Emphasis on learning to pay attention to values in your subject before you start a painting, literally dissecting the subject and observing the different values before you start.
Supplies: Watercolors, brushes, paper towels, water containers. Either 300 or 140 pound watercolor paper recommended, but 300 is suggested for its strength and blending properties. Also water containers, watercolor brushes…#0, 1, 2, 3, 6, Flat# 2, 4, 6, 8. One large 1 inch Flat brush for washes, gum eraser, wax free tracing paper, graphite pencil, fine red pen such as Pilot pens for tracing, box Kleenex, paper towels.
Bring a subject of one’s own as it may then be entered into shows, however the instructor can supply a subject for those who do not bring their own. Subjects provided in a class are not allowed in shows.
Tues 7/15 1 - 4 Class: Watercolor Techniques
Instructor: Lolly Walton Lollyart4sale@cfl.rr.com (321) 652-7115
Level: All levels welcomed
Objective: Focus on learning basic watercolor techniques, which can be applied to any water medium. The class is taught in a fun, and relaxed environment. We will focus on the elements of a landscape…..grass, trees, skies, water, rocks, rain, etc. After that we will move on to “abstract” watercolor, using various tools to apply texture.
Supplies: Supply list provided upon request.
Thurs 7/17 9 - 12 Class: Fix My Painting
Instructors: Susan Lavender & Sheila Lougheed Suzelavender@comcast.net (772) 388-0695 and
canvasdancer319@gmail.com (203) 648-3138
Medium: Acrylics, Oil, Mixed Media, Watercolor
Description: Fun class to finish old paintings or start something new! We focus on composition, texture, tone, spontaneity and technique. We give each person permission to continue, or start over, and promote expressive, inspirational and intuitive work.
Supplies: basic supplies in medium of choice – to include paper, canvas, water container
Thurs 7/17 12:30-3:00 Members Open Studio
Sat 7/19 12:30-3:00 Members Open Studio
Tues 7/22 9 - 12 Class: Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor
Instructor: Jean Archibald keel84@aol.com (561) 212-0915
Class for intermediate and advanced watercolor artists that come for guidance in improving their existing style. Emphasis on learning to pay attention to values in your subject before you start a painting, literally dissecting the subject and observing the different values before you start.
Supplies: Watercolors, brushes, paper towels, water containers. Either 300 or 140 pound watercolor paper recommended, but 300 is suggested for its strength and blending properties. Also water containers, watercolor brushes…#0, 1, 2, 3, 6, Flat# 2, 4, 6, 8. One large 1 inch Flat brush for washes, gum eraser, wax free tracing paper, graphite pencil, fine red pen such as Pilot pens for tracing, box Kleenex, paper towels.
Bring a subject of one’s own as it may then be entered into shows, however the instructor can supply a subject for those who do not bring their own. Subjects provided in a class are not allowed in shows.
Tues 7/22 1 - 4 Class: Watercolor Techniques
Instructor: Lolly Walton Lollyart4sale@cfl.rr.com (321) 652-7115
Level: All levels welcomed
Objective: Focus on learning basic watercolor techniques, which can be applied to any water medium. The class is taught in a fun, and relaxed environment. We will focus on the elements of a landscape…..grass, trees, skies, water, rocks, rain, etc. After that we will move on to “abstract” watercolor, using various tools to apply texture.
Supplies: Supply list provided upon request.
Thurs 7/24 9 - 12 Class: Fix My Painting
Instructors: Susan Lavender & Sheila Lougheed Suzelavender@comcast.net (772) 388-0695 and
canvasdancer319@gmail.com (203) 648-3138
Medium: Acrylics, Oil, Mixed Media, Watercolor
Description: Fun class to finish old paintings or start something new! We focus on composition, texture, tone, spontaneity and technique. We give each person permission to continue, or start over, and promote expressive, inspirational and intuitive work.
Supplies: basic supplies in medium of choice – to include paper, canvas, water container
Thurs 7/24 12:30-3:00 Members Open Studio
Sat 7/26 12:30-3:00 Members Open Studio
Tues 7/29 9 - 12 Class: Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor
Instructor: Jean Archibald keel84@aol.com (561) 212-0915
Class for intermediate and advanced watercolor artists that come for guidance in improving their existing style. Emphasis on learning to pay attention to values in your subject before you start a painting, literally dissecting the subject and observing the different values before you start.
Supplies: Watercolors, brushes, paper towels, water containers. Either 300 or 140 pound watercolor paper recommended, but 300 is suggested for its strength and blending properties. Also water containers, watercolor brushes…#0, 1, 2, 3, 6, Flat# 2, 4, 6, 8. One large 1 inch Flat brush for washes, gum eraser, wax free tracing paper, graphite pencil, fine red pen such as Pilot pens for tracing, box Kleenex, paper towels.
Bring a subject of one’s own as it may then be entered into shows, however the instructor can supply a subject for those who do not bring their own. Subjects provided in a class are not allowed in shows.
Tues 7/29 1 - 4 Class: Watercolor Techniques
Instructor: Lolly Walton Lollyart4sale@cfl.rr.com (321) 652-7115
Level: All levels welcomed
Objective: Focus on learning basic watercolor techniques, which can be applied to any water medium. The class is taught in a fun, and relaxed environment. We will focus on the elements of a landscape…..grass, trees, skies, water, rocks, rain, etc. After that we will move on to “abstract” watercolor, using various tools to apply texture.
Supplies: Supply list provided upon request.
Thurs 7/31 9 - 12 Class: Fix My Painting
Instructors: Susan Lavender & Sheila Lougheed Suzelavender@comcast.net (772) 388-0695 and
canvasdancer319@gmail.com (203) 648-3138
Medium: Acrylics, Oil, Mixed Media, Watercolor
Description: Fun class to finish old paintings or start something new! We focus on composition, texture, tone, spontaneity and technique. We give each person permission to continue, or start over, and promote expressive, inspirational and intuitive work.
Supplies: basic supplies in medium of choice – to include paper, canvas, water container
Thurs 7/31 12:30-3:00 Members Open Studio
For Your Advanced Planning
2025/2026 Season
Flyer created by Leslie Jordan
The Sebastian River Art Club and the Craft Club of Sebastian have a reciprocal agreement that allows members from each organization to exhibit in one another’s Park Shows at Riverview Park, with advance notice.
Interested in Participating in Craft Club Park Shows? SRAC members are invited to exhibit in the Craft Club’s Park Shows for the 2025/2026 season with a participation fee of $30. To sign up or learn more, please contact: Richard Gillmor, President, Craft Club of Sebastian
RHROMLLIG@YAHOO.COM, 772-918-3148, www.sebastiancraftclub.com
Open Studio Hours
Join us every Thursday from 12:30–3 PM and on select Saturdays for open studio time! Bring your own supplies and enjoy a relaxed, inspiring space to connect with fellow members. Open to all mediums and always free!
Please note:
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Classes will also be held on Thursday afternoons. Kindly respect the paying students by keeping noise to a minimum and avoiding interaction with the teacher or students during class.
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There may occasionally be two classes happening simultaneously. Let’s be considerate and share the space thoughtfully.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Social Media Enthusiast
Social Media Enthusiast? Instagram Volunteer Wanted!
Interested in running SRAC’s Instagram account? We’re looking for a volunteer to help keep our page vibrant and up to date—reach out if you’d love to lend your creativity! Will provide training and support, email: sracclub@gmail.com.
Show Off Your Talent
We love celebrating our members—whether your achievements happened at SRAC or out in the wider world! Share your award photos, class snapshots, or creative reels and let your artistry inspire others.
Get Featured
Tag us on Instagram: @sebastianriverartclub
Or email your content to: sracclub@gmail.com
Stay Connected
We’d love to see your event and class photos or reels! Tag us on Instagram: @sebastianriverartclub.
Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, visit our SRAC website, or drop us a note—let’s keep the creative energy flowing together!
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https://www.instagram.com/sebastianriverartclub or email your content to: sracclub@gmail.com.
