This exhibition centers on impermanence, an essential tenet of Buddhism. Using drawings as symbols or metaphors for transitory life experiences, the eleven artists tell stories about lost innocence, fading memory, mortality, and the drawing process itself. Using traditional media, each artist offers insights into life’s fleeting nature.

Bird paintings brought to life with attention to detail and bold color choices by Rachel Altschuler; warm Florida scenes & figure paintings by Jim Barwick; and whimsical animal and still lifes in oil by Mary Ann Weselyk.

Wine & Cheese Opening Reception Friday June 1, 5 – 8 PM.

 Gallery Hours: Monday – Friday 9 – 5; Saturday 10 – 3.

The Delaware Contemporary presents Guardians of the Image Makers, an exhibition of select Delaware area artists paying tribute to Percy Ricks (1923-2008), founder of Aesthetic Dynamics, Inc. and pioneer of community arts education. This exhibition joins the citywide Wilmington 1968 series remembering the occupation and riots in Wilmington...

When Winterthur opened to the public in 1951, visitors toured a private collection assembled over several decades by Henry Francis du Pont (1880-1969). He dreamed that his collection and 175-room home would “afford all those interested an opportunity to view and to study the conditions surrounding the early American home life.”...

Instructor: Sarah Dressler Ten 1½-hour classes, $120/$130NR Ages 6-9: Mon-Fri 9-10:30 a.m.  Ages 10-17: Mon-Fri 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.  Explore and experiment with a variety of techniques and media, such as fiber arts. Students may be requested to bring additional supplies from home. Additional $30 materials fee due to instructor. 

Shield/Reveal presents new work by Lauren E. Peters and Karoline Wileczek in The Delaware Contemporary's Hatch Gallery. The opening reception coincides with the June Art Loop events, and a closing reception with Lauren Peters will be held on June 27th from 5-7 pm. Peters received the 2018 Fellowship for painting from the Delaware Division of the Arts in the "emerging artist" category. 

The Center for the Creative Arts offers adult and teen classes & workshops in many subjects such as painting, photography, clay, drawing, illustration, creative writing, jewelry, studio paint parties, fused glass and graffiti art. We have many new offerings for older teens including Portfolio Boot Camp. We specialize in small classes and individual attention provided by professional teaching artists. Learn more by visiting our website for full class descri...Read more »

The Latin American Community Center invites participants to take part of ARTADDICTION an art contest that explores addiction and recovery through artistic expression. ARTADDICTION welcomes everyone, 18 years old and above, to present art work in painting (all techniques), drawing, photography, graphic design and collage that explores the theme of addiction and recovery: One Step At A Time. There will be two levels: Beginner and Advanced.  Each participant will...Read more »

Instructor: Rachel Briggs. Ten 1½-hour classes Ages 6-9: Mon-Fri. 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Ages 10-17: Mon-Fri. 9-10:30 a.m. Create both sculptures and functional pieces out of clay. Ages 10-17 includes instruction on the potter’s wheel. Additional $30 materials fee due to instructor.

Learn loom weaving and complete a small project. Great class for knitters or who crocheters to try a new technique. Open studio for returning and experienced weavers to work on loom. Teens/Adults

Art Therapy Express art therapist and guest artists introduce a variety of 2D and 3D media. Open studio exposes participants to clay, sculpture, watercolor and acrylic painting, drawing, photography, oil pastels, mixed media, music, creative movement and drama. Work on projects on a longterm basis. Minimal donation requested to help cover materials. Call (302) 995-7661 at least a day before program to register. Ages 12-Adults