Arts Wayland Events, Classes: What's Coming Up In 2023

WAYLAND, MA — If you're looking for things to do in the new year, Arts Wayland has you covered. The local arts nonprofit is filling out its calendar for early 2023 with classes, live music and exhibits.

Here's what Arts Wayland has planned for the remainder of December and beyond:

Learn to Draw For Life Youth Class

Thursdays from 4-5:30 starting 1/5/23 at the First Parish in Wayland. Local drawing teacher, artist, and printmaker, Mei-Ling Ellerman, will offer her popular beginner drawing course for children ages 9-13 through ArtsWayland. The class size is limited to 6 students so that Mei-Ling can give ample attention and feedback to each student throughout each class. The course will start teaching the children the fundamental principles, techniques, skills, and confidence they need to draw for life.

The December Art Exhibit

Take some time to view the spectacular collection of art in Arts Wayland’s online November exhibit. The genres range in style, and the talent on display is second to none.

Tutti Bassi Classical Concert

Tutti Bassi is the duo of Sarah Freiberg and Colleen McGary-Smith, two classically trained cellists who also perform with Boston's Handel and Hayden Society, Pro Arte' Chamber Orchestra, Boston Lyric Opera, and more. Formed in 2012. Tutti Brassi 'goes for Baroque', exploring the rich repertoire of baroque cello sonatas and European compositions from the 16th-18th centuries. They have performed throughout New England, and feel confident that First Parish in Wayland will be a perfect venue for their intimate, informative performance.

Mosaic Tapestry Workshop

111 Riverview Ave, Waltham on Sunday February 12th from 9:30-4:30. In this popular hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to combine simple and complex patterns to create a mosaic tapestry or carpet. You will make a 5” X 10” tapestry by creating intricate designs using Italian murano glass millefiori, glass, jewelry, fabric and beads. Design templates will be provided. No grouting required.

Youth Watercolor Class

Beginning on Monday, February 27th, Rahul Ray will teach a youth Painting With Watercolor Class at The First Parish in Wayland. In this class, you will develop or refine your skill in painting with watercolor. Sketching will be an integral part of the exercise. The class will be held in a studio setting and will focus on fundamental skills, such as observation, perspective, scale, and technique. Various subjects, including still-life, floral, and tapestry will be included in the exercises. The age range is from 6 years through 14 years old and will run for 8 weeks. After this course, success with watercolor, considered a difficult medium, will be all but guaranteed!

Adult Watercolor Class

Exercise your creative muscles in the New Year and learn a new skill to boot! Beginning on Monday, February 27th, Rahul Ray will teach a Painting With Watercolor Class geared towards adults at The First Parish in Wayland. In this class, you will develop or refine your skill in painting with watercolor. Sketching will be an integral part of the exercise. The class will be held in a studio setting and will focus on fundamental skills, such as observation, perspective, scale, and technique. Various subjects, including still-life, floral, and tapestry will be included in the exercises. This course will run for 8 weeks after which success with watercolor, considered a difficult medium, will be all but guaranteed!