Upcoming Events
Handmade Holiday Market
For this month’s exhibit, we will be hosting our annual Handmade Holiday Market. The Wrightwood Arts Center will be filled with local artists’ goods that would make perfect holiday gifts! Magnets, greeting cards, prints, ceramics, and so much more will be available in addition to all of our usual artist offerings.
You can stop by during open hours (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 12Pm to 5PM) to shop.
November 28th-29th: Wrightwood’s Mountain Holiday Celebration - For this special 2-day event, the Wrightwood Arts Center will have all-day hours (10am-8pm) and will have ornament decorating available for free or purchase.
Art Night: Pet Portraits with Cheyanne Hunter
For this class, you will be guided as you use acrylic to paint and create a pet portrait. Proportions, value, color theory, and painting techniques will be taught throughout the class. No previous experience is required and all supplies are included in the ticket price. Complimentary snacks and drinks are also provided. Event is ages 21+.
$30 per person; $20 for WAC members.
For tickets, visit our Eventbrite.
Handmade Holiday Market
For this month’s exhibit, we will be hosting our annual Handmade Holiday Market. The Wrightwood Arts Center will be filled with local artists’ goods that would make perfect holiday gifts! Magnets, greeting cards, prints, ceramics, and so much more will be available in addition to all of our usual artist offerings.
You can stop by during open hours (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 12Pm to 5PM) to shop.
November 28th-29th: Wrightwood’s Mountain Holiday Celebration - For this special 2-day event, the Wrightwood Arts Center will have all-day hours (10am-8pm) and will have ornament decorating available for free or purchase.
Handmade Holiday Market
For this month’s exhibit, we will be hosting our annual Handmade Holiday Market. The Wrightwood Arts Center will be filled with local artists’ goods that would make perfect holiday gifts! Magnets, greeting cards, prints, ceramics, and so much more will be available in addition to all of our usual artist offerings.
You can stop by during open hours (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 12Pm to 5PM) to shop.
November 28th-29th: Wrightwood’s Mountain Holiday Celebration - For this special 2-day event, the Wrightwood Arts Center will have all-day hours (10am-8pm) and will have ornament decorating available for free or purchase.
Crochet Baskets with Suzi McKinney
Learn to make a crochet in the round using single crochet. Some crochet experience is recommended. All supplies provided.
$40 to enroll; $35 for members.
Recommended for ages 16 and up.
Enroll at our eventbrite: crochetclasswithsuzi.eventbrite.com
Handmade Holiday Market
For this month’s exhibit, we will be hosting our annual Handmade Holiday Market. The Wrightwood Arts Center will be filled with local artists’ goods that would make perfect holiday gifts! Magnets, greeting cards, prints, ceramics, and so much more will be available in addition to all of our usual artist offerings.
You can stop by during open hours (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 12Pm to 5PM) to shop.
November 28th-29th: Wrightwood’s Mountain Holiday Celebration - For this special 2-day event, the Wrightwood Arts Center will have all-day hours (10am-8pm) and will have ornament decorating available for free or purchase.
Handmade Holiday Market
For this month’s exhibit, we will be hosting our annual Handmade Holiday Market. The Wrightwood Arts Center will be filled with local artists’ goods that would make perfect holiday gifts! Magnets, greeting cards, prints, ceramics, and so much more will be available in addition to all of our usual artist offerings.
You can stop by during open hours (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 12Pm to 5PM) to shop.
November 28th-29th: Wrightwood’s Mountain Holiday Celebration - For this special 2-day event, the Wrightwood Arts Center will have all-day hours (10am-8pm) and will have ornament decorating available for free or purchase.
WAC Open Hours
We are open Friday through Sunday from 12 PM to 5 PM. You can stop by during open hours to view the current artist’s exhibition, purchase local artists’ work for sale, and participate in activities.
Art Night: Glass with Colleen Sparlin
Class information will be updated once the event approaches.
Complimentary snacks and drinks are also provided. Event is ages 21+.
$30 per person; $20 for WAC members.
For tickets, visit our Eventbrite.
Cookies & Cocoa: Members Only Reveal
Join us for a special members only event with holiday treats and drinks! This reveal occurs the day before the Holiday Market is open to the public and allows members a first look and chance to buy what is available before it is gone!
WAC Open Hours
We are open Friday through Sunday from 12 PM to 5 PM. You can stop by during open hours to view the current artist’s exhibition, purchase local artists’ work for sale, and participate in activities.
Pottery and Raku Workshop: Exhibit and Reception
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
For the final session, we will be having an exhibit of participant’s pieces at the Wrightwood Arts Center. This opening reception will be open to the public and will showcase your unique pieces!
Enroll on Eventbrite! Deadline to enroll is October 10th.
Pottery and Raku Workshop: Glaze, Potluck, and Firing
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
For this session, we will be glazing, enjoying a potluck, and raku firing. We will start at 2PM and work until the process is finished.
Enroll on Eventbrite! Deadline to enroll is October 10th.
Halloween!
Stop by the Wrightwood Arts Center for some candy, stay for a fun craft and movie, and/or enjoy a scare! We are going all-out this year with our decorations with a Star Wars display inside, a kid friendly walk-through Nightmare Before Christmas display outside, and a creepy graveyard walk-through for those brave enough in our side yard.
This event will be free and for all ages.
If you would like to help contribute candy to distribute to all on Halloween night, please stop by during open hours to drop off donations.
Crochet Class with Viko Brenizer
Learn the fundamentals of crocheting by making a granny square.
$25 to enroll; $20 for members.
Recommended for ages 12 and up.
Pottery and Raku Workshop: Hand Building Session 4
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
Hand building sessions for the Pottery and Raku Workshop are done in 4 sessions. October 19th is the fourth session available. Open studio hours are from 9:30AM-12:30PM and you may arrive anytime during. Depending on your piece, you may attend just 1 or all 4 hand building sessions. You will make at least 4 different guided projects.
Enroll on Eventbrite! Deadline to enroll is October 10th.
Writers' Group Meeting
All are welcome to join.
Email leandramprince@gmail.com for updates.
Pottery and Raku Workshop: Hand Building Session 3
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
Hand building sessions for the Pottery and Raku Workshop are done in 4 sessions. October 18th is the third session available. Open studio hours are from 9:30AM-12:30PM and you may arrive anytime during. Depending on your piece, you may attend just 1 or all 4 hand building sessions. You will make at least 4 different guided projects.
Enroll on Eventbrite! Deadline to enroll is October 10th.
Pottery and Raku Workshop: Hand Building Session 2
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
Hand building sessions for the Pottery and Raku Workshop are done in 4 sessions. October 12th is the second session available. Open studio hours are from 9:30AM-12:30PM and you may arrive anytime during. Depending on your piece, you may attend just 1 or all 4 hand building sessions. You will make at least 4 different guided projects.
Enroll on Eventbrite! Deadline to enroll is October 10th.
Pottery and Raku Workshop: Hand Building Session 1
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
Hand building sessions for the Pottery and Raku Workshop are done in 4 sessions. October 11th is the first session available. Open studio hours are from 9:30AM-12:30PM and you may arrive anytime during. Depending on your piece, you may attend just 1 or all 4 hand building sessions. You will make at least 4 different guided projects.
Enroll on Eventbrite! Deadline to enroll is October 10th.
Art Night: Jewelry Making with Bonnie Hanson
For this class, you will be guided as you design and create jewelry by stringing semi precious stone beads and jewelry findings. Options are necklace, earrings and bracelets. No previous experience is required and all supplies are included in the ticket price. Complimentary snacks and drinks are also provided. Event is ages 21+.
$30 per person; $20 for WAC members.
For tickets, visit our Eventbrite.
Tri-Community Women's Group Exhibit "Now and Then"
Opening exhibit reception for women artists of the Tri-Community past and present. So many amazing local artists will be featured, such as: Lila Carter, Dillie Thomas, Helga Walner, Patricia Farrell, Suzi McKinney, Cheyanne Hunter, Bonnie Hanson, Lora Steinmann, Susan Weber, Colleen Sparlin, Asha Ramirez, Julia Reineman, Mo Teal, Desi La Bounty, Deborah Merz, Carol Mailander, Chelsea Brummet, Shannon La Bounty, Kazumi Svenson, and more!
All are welcome and this event is free to attend. Artwork will be on display until 10/26. Light refreshments provided, no RSVP necessary.
If you would like to submit your artwork or a loved one’s art that has passed away on display, please reach out to rrivera@wrightwoodarts.com or contact us via our website or social media. Deadline to submit is September 24th.
WAC Open Hours
We are open Friday through Sunday from 12 PM to 5 PM. You can stop by during open hours to view the current artist’s exhibition, purchase local artists’ work for sale, and participate in activities.
Crochet Hacky Sack Class
Learn how to make your very own crochet hacky sack! Your teacher, Viko Brenizer, will help guide you through the entire process. This class is recommended for ages 12 and up. All materials will be provided for you and absolutely no experience is needed.
Tickets can be purchased on our Eventbrite. They can also be purchased at our location during business hours.
Art Night! - Charcoal Life Model Drawing with Cheyanne Hunter
For this class, you will be guided as you use charcoal to draw a special clothed live model (WAC Artist Member, Paul Samenfeld). Life drawing and charcoal essentials, such as gesture lines, shapes, distance, and values, will be taught throughout the class. No previous experience is required and all supplies are included in the ticket price. Complimentary snacks and drinks are also provided. Event is ages 21+.
Tickets can be purchased on our Eventbrite. They can also be purchased in-person at our location during open hours.
2nd Annual Artiversary
Come and help us celebrate 2 years at our current location! We will be celebrating the occasion with and exhibition of local artists as well as hosting a silent auction of art, services, and the community painting from the Spring Fling back in May.
This is a 21+ event with live music and dessert bar.
Purchase tickets at our Eventbrite. (unavailable for purchase after September 6)
WAC Open Hours
We are open Friday through Sunday from 12 PM to 5 PM. You can stop by during open hours to view the current artist’s exhibition, purchase local artists’ work for sale, and participate in activities.
Pottery and Raku Workshop - Glaze, Potluck, and Raku Firing
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
For this session, we will be glazing, enjoying a potluck, and raku firing. We will start at 2PM and work until the process is finished.
Enroll on Eventbrite! (unavailable for purchase after August 8)
Moses Sparks - “Take a Virtual Safari Around the World”
Wrightwood Arts Center will host a presentation by award winning international wildlife photographer, Moses Sparks. Moses has traveled the globe photographing some of the rarest and most unusual creature to be found anywhere.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to see vast herds of animals on the plain of Africa, hike through the lush rainforests of Central America, cruise a boat through the steaming Brazilian jungle, or explore the dense boreal forests of British Columbia? Well, now you can…without ever leaving Wrightwood!
Moses will show photos from his travels and share the stories behind them. Presentation will be 90 minutes and include time for questions and answers. Moses regularly does lectures for conservation organizations, educational groups, businesses, and parks & recreation agencies. They are always highly interactive and just plain fun for all ages.
This is a free event open to the public.
Pottery and Raku Workshop - Hand Building Session 4
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
Hand building sessions for the Pottery and Raku Workshop are done in 4 sessions. August 9 is the first session available. Open studio hours are from 9AM-3PM and you may arrive anytime during. Depending on your piece, you may attend just 1 or all 4 hand building sessions.
Enroll on Eventbrite! (unavailable for purchase after August 8)
Pottery and Raku Workshop - Hand Building Session 3
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
Hand building sessions for the Pottery and Raku Workshop are done in 4 sessions. August 17 is the fourth and last session available. Open studio hours are from 9AM-3PM and you may arrive anytime during. Depending on your piece, you may attend just 1 or all 4 hand building sessions.
Enroll on Eventbrite! (unavailable for purchase after August 8)
Pottery and Raku Workshop - Hand Building Session 2
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
Hand building sessions for the Pottery and Raku Workshop are done in 4 sessions. August 10 is the second session available. Open studio hours are from 9AM-3PM and you may arrive anytime during. Depending on your piece, you may attend just 1 or all 4 hand building sessions.
Enroll on Eventbrite! (unavailable for purchase after August 8)
Pottery and Raku Workshop - Hand Building Sessions
Come get your hands dirty at our Pottery and Raku Workshop! Join us for a fun-filled days of crafting beautiful pottery pieces and learning the ancient art of Raku firing. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process, from molding the clay to firing it in our kiln. No experience necessary - just bring your creativity and enthusiasm! This in-person multiple day workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side and create something truly unique. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to make your own one-of-a-kind pottery masterpieces!
Hand building sessions for the Pottery and Raku Workshop are done in 4 sessions. August 9 is the first session available. Open studio hours are from 9AM-3PM and you may arrive anytime during. Depending on your piece, you may attend just 1 or all 4 hand building sessions.
Enroll on Eventbrite!
Art Night! - Graduated Color and Jigsaw Print with Colleen Sparlin
Join us for a special print making technique where you transition between colors. No previous experience is required and all supplies will be provided for you.
Complimentary coffee, tea, water, and hot chocolate will also be available.
Event is 21+.
AWOL ONE Solo Art Show
Please join us for the opening reception of AWOL ONES art exhibit. It will be on view until August 31st during open hours.
AWOL is a is a songwriter, alternative hip hop artist and graphic designer, his exhibition will feature his visual art work. We are stoked to get the opportunity to showcase his illustrations and screen prints.
There will be an artist talk at 6pm.
WAC Open Hours
We are open Friday through Sunday from 12 PM to 5 PM. You can stop by during open hours to view the current artist’s exhibition, purchase local artists’ work for sale, and participate in activities.
