EVENTS
APPLY NOW FOR SOLO SHOWS with the WELLINGTON ART SOCIETY
Solo Shows SEASON 2026-2027 - Dates
6/2/2026 - 8/4/2026 - Showing Now
8/4/2026 - 10/6/2026 - BOOKED
10/6/2026 0 12/1/2026 - BOOKED
12/1/2026 - 2/2/27 - BOOKED
2/2/2027 - 4/6/2027 - OPEN
4/6/2027 - 6/8/2027 - OPEN
6/8/2027 - 8/3/2027 - OPEN
Please apply for any open show, and contact Susanmosely4@gmail.com to be added to our wait list.
SIGN UP NOW - SHARE YOUR ART - A TENT AT THE WELLINGTON LAKESIDE MARKET (for Members Only)
Share Your Art at the Wellington Lakeside Market
Thanks to the incredible success of our season, the Wellington Lakeside Market is operating year-round Lakeside Market & German-style Pop-Up Biergarten, ensuring the market stays open all summer long.
We are excited to share a generous opportunity exclusively for members of the Wellington Art Society:
Plan Your Year (Aug 2026 – July 2027): The Lakeside Market team is releasing their full seasonal schedule! Pick the exact dates and season types that align perfectly with your artwork and schedule.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with local art lovers and display your creations in our vibrant community hub.
For information or to secure your spot please contact presidentofwas@gmail.com
Ana Noble - Solo Show - August 4 to October 6, 2026 - RECEPTION August 25, 2026 5:30-7:00PM
August 4 - Oct 6, 2026
RECEPTION Sept 22, 2026
INTIMATE PIECES: A Small Works Art Show - Drop off 8/11 - 3-4pm. RECEPTION 9/22/26 5-7pm
Intimate Pieces:
A S m a l l W o r k s A r t S h o w
A Members only Exhibition
presented by Wellington Art Society
at the Wellington Community Center
12150 Forest Hill Blvd. Wellington, FL 33414
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
Important Dates
Application Deadline: July 24, 2026
Art Drop Off: August 11, 2026, 3-4 PM
Opening Reception: Sept 22, 2026
Art Pick Up: Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, 3-4 PM
Exhibition Dates: August 11 to November 9, 2026
SUPPORT THE LUPUS FOUNDATION with our very own NEEMA MEDINA - Watercolor Workshop on September 26 from 1-3pm. All proceeds will go to the Lupus Foundation. We’ve added a second class!
“I am excited to invite you to a watercolor workshop as part of my "Painting with Purpose" project.
As a Lupus patient, I have supported the Walk to End Lupus Now in Miami for years by gifting small, original watercolor paintings to my donors. This year, I would like to share my techniques with you directly.
When you make a donation of $25 or more, you will have the opportunity to sign up for this workshop. Space is limited to 8 participants. Together, we will explore supplies and techniques to create an atmospheric perspective landscape using watercolors, markers, crayons, and pencils. Basic materials will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own watercolor supplies.
I hope you will join us in supporting this important cause through art.” Neema, Living Lupi Team Leader
MONTHLY MEETING - OCTOBER 13 - FEATURED SPEAKER DARCY DOIEL, Impressionism and the Modern Mastery of Light
Darcy Doiel…
…is a remarkably talented, award-winning fine artist whose work beautifully captures the quiet, profound moments of the natural world, cementing her status as one of the most important contemporary artists for impressionism today. Splitting her time between South Florida and Winneconne, Wisconsin, she utilizes pastels and oils to transform everyday scenes into deeply moving visual stories. Her exceptional gift for capturing light is evident across all her subjects, whether she is painting the sun filtering through Florida palms or highlighting the delicate details of a still life. This mastery of her craft and her modern revival of light-focused techniques have earned her local acclaim, including being recognized as a winner in the Storefront Art Showcase.
Her art serves as a gentle reminder to slow down and appreciate the fragile beauty around us, which is especially clear in her animal and landscape portraits that breathe fresh, modern life into traditional impressionistic styles. In her "Critters" gallery, she strikes a perfect balance between the inherent strength and soft vulnerability of wildlife, giving each subject a unique voice and emotional presence through loose, expressive brushwork. From vibrant florals to expressive birds, her deeply personal approach to painting establishes a heartfelt connection between the viewer and the environment.
For more information please visit https://darcydoielfineart.com/
Kids Cancer Foundation - WALK/RUN - Oct 17 - REGISTER NOW WITH THE WAS WONDERFULS
It’s time to sign up for the KCF 5K (3 mi) walk/run. We had a great time last year with all participants crossing the finish line. Join the “WAS Wonderfuls” Team by registering now at the link below. Team Leader and walking trainer is Marcia Greene.
This year the Kids Cancer Foundation 5K Walk/Run in Memory of Sebastian & Fall Festival will take place again at
Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach
Saturday, October 17th
Race starts at 8am
The Fall Festival will run from 8am to 11 am
There will be bounce houses, face painting, fall crafts and games, and a Trick or Treat table for the little ones.
The Wellington Art Society is once again having our Pumpkin Cookie Decorating Table, a big success last year.
WE DO NEED VOLUNTEERS!!
For the Race we are encouraging everyone to register early and pick up your packets shirts (we will chose and wear the same color) and gift bags before the event to insure you receive one and to speed up registration on Race day. If you like, Marcia can pick up your packet.
When registering…
BE SURE to register as part of our team, the WAS Wonderfuls
Let Marcia know if you’d like to build up those muscles and stamina! Training will begin in September at Wellington Green Mall.
Fall into Color - Members Only Show - A peak season opportunity for our members - DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OCTOBER 23 2026 - APPLY NOW!
Event Overview
Exhibition Name: FALL INTO COLOR (Fall into Winter Exhibition)
Theme: Showcase the many colors and moods of the season.
Presented by: Wellington Art Society (WAS)
Location: Wellington Community Center, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd. Wellington, Fla. 33414
Exhibit Dates: November 9, 2026, to February 16, 2027
Important Dates & Timeline
Submission Deadline:Friday, October 23, 2026
Acceptance Notification:Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (Artists will receive a notification via email by midnight. This show will be juried by the Wellington Art Society Exhibitions Committee).
Art Delivery Drop-Off Date:Monday, November 9, 2026 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Opening Reception:Tuesday, December 1, 2026
Pick-Up Date:Tuesday, February 16, 2027 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
NOTE: Please apply only if you are able to commit to these drop-off and pick-up dates.
Contact Information
For questions about submissions, please contact Sue Oakes at sue@suoakesart.com.
BRASS TACKS - ARTIST TALK & CRITIQUE (every Wednesday except holidays)
Posted for Craig Mcinnis
Please RSVP by texting Craig at 561.389.4800
Creatives unite! Free professional development in the form of a seminar, networking, round table discussion. We help each other find solutions to business and creative challenges. Constructive Critique session at the end of the evening. Visual artists, writers, musicians, dancers, poets, performers…..all are welcome. Brought to you by The No More Starving Artists Foundation.
It happens in Studio 3 (Craig McInnis Studios at The Peach.
3950 Georgia Av. West Palm Beach, Fl 33405
MONTHLY MEETING - FEATURED SPEAKER, KATHERINE HOFFMAN, Recipient of the Florence Leif Award, Teaching at the Norton Museum of Art
Katherine Hofmann (b. 2000) in Miami, Florida, lives and works in West Palm Beach, Florida, where she is a teaching artist at the Norton Museum of Art. Hofmann received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Rhode Island School of Design in 2023. Working as a mixed-media watercolorist, she creates large-scale works on paper using natural pigments and handmade collage. Her work traces water's movement from fresh to salt and the chronology of her path, looking closely at the flora and fauna of South Florida. In 2026, Hofmann presented her first solo exhibition, Seams Between Land and Sky, at the Palm Beach Cultural Council in Lake Worth, Florida. Selected group exhibitions include Summer Heat (Delray Arts Warehouse, 2025), mtn spaceship (mtn space, 2025), Art Miami with OMSA Gallery (2025), and Floridiana, the Land’s Identity (OMSA Gallery, 2024). Hofmann was awarded a residency at Salem Art Works and the Florence Leif Award
Mango Music Festival - CALLING ALL ARTISTS & HANDMADE VENDORS
Calling All Artists & Handmade Vendors!
Be part of Mango Music Fest 2026, an incredible new Labor Day Weekend celebration brought to you by Pomona in Downtown Lake Worth Beach!
This exciting festival will showcase the very best of South Florida with stages of live music, amazing local art, delicious food, mango-inspired experiences, family activities, and thousands of visitors enjoying everything our community has to offer.
This is a call for talented creators to be part of this amazing event!
Seeking:
Fine Artists
Jewelry Makers
Woodworkers
Sculptors
Ceramic Artists
Fiber Artists
Mixed Media Artists
Printmakers
Handmade Crafters
And other original handmade creators!
Vendor spaces are 10' x 10'
The participation fee is $50 (non-refundable)
If you'd like to be considered, email emmanuelart@gmail.com, for vendor application
Posted for Sue Carlson
The Road to Unforgettable: A Conversation with SONYA SANCHEZ ARIAS - Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square, Delray Beach
Hosted by Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
Delray Beach, Florida, United States
An informal afternoon of art, conversation, storytelling, and curiosity at the Cornell Art Museum at Old School Square on August 1 from 1:00–3:00 PM.
Sonya will be sharing some of the stories, inspiration, and creative process behind her work, along with the unexpected twists and turns that led her there.
There will also be plenty of time for questions and conversation.
CLOSING RECEPTION August 30: Palm Beach Arts Consortium Presents "BETTER TOGETHER"
About the Consortium
The Palm Beach County Arts Consortium is a collaborative initiative uniting leading arts organization throughout the county. By working together, we amplify opportunities, foster connections, and strengthen the cultural landscape of our community
Special Board Meeting - Welcome to the New Board!
Monthly Meeting for WAS Board Members and Committee Chairs
SIGN UP FOR KIDS CANCER FOUNDATION (KCF) WEEKLY ART CLASSES IN JUNE AND JULY 2026
Sign up as a Leader or an Assistant. Contact ArtyNurse@gmail.com or call 561.254.2075
WAS Annual Luncheon (Members Only) at the Wellington Community Center
Cost: $25.00 per person with this link
Setup volunteers, please arrive by 11am
TWO WORKSHOPS by Bruce Helander
Bruce Helander
Greetings friends, colleagues and former students: I am pleased to announce that I will be doing two collage workshops this summer. Participants receive individual attention on techniques to utilize and enhance their artistic expression and will be instructed on preparing and creating a unique paper collage, from choosing the paper to scissors/cutting technique to the specific glue and gluing guidelines as the handmade composition progresses to a final work of art. No previous artistic experience needed. All materials are supplied. The class also offers a brief overview of the history of collage and how it is still an important creative category in making contemporary art. Susan Hall
WORKSHOP ONE - Center for Creative Eduction
Location:2400 Metrocentre Blvd. West Palm Beach, Florida 33407
Date and Time: Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 10:00am to 3:00pm
Cost: $95 Per Person (Limited Seating) For more information and to purchase: https://cceflorida.org/collage-workshop-bruce-helander/
Lunch: Bring Your Own (There will be a 30-minute break for lunch)
Contact: Vivianne Hall, Advancement Coordinator & Executive Assistant | (561) 805-9927 x118 | vivianneh@cceflorida.org
WORKSHOP TWO - Sponsored by the Artists of Palm Beach County
Date and Time: June 27, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, with a 30-minute break for lunch (bring your own).
Cost: is $95/person. https://www.artistsofpalmbeachcounty.org/event-details/the-joy-of-collage-workshop-with-bruce-helander
Location: HATCH 1121, 1121 Lucerne Ave, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33460
SOLO ART EXHIBITION: DRAWN BY THE LIGHT - Heather Bergstrom
“My art expresses the joy and wonder I find in everyday life. Through my acrylic and oil paintings, illustrations, and charcoal drawings, I create soul-touching scenes that draw the viewer into intimate, meaningful moments. By capturing these simple, relatable experiences, I offer a space for reflection and connection, providing a way to process emotions and celebrate life’s beauty while fostering a sense of emotional well-being.” Heather Bergstrom
Heather Bergstrom is an artist who tells stories through her art. She paints and draws expressive scenes which evoke feelings of contentment, nostalgia, and joie de vivre. She says, “I view my art as a joyful respite in the middle of life’s hardships.” Heather draws inspiration from childhood memories, nature, historical figures, and by studying the works of her favorite artists. Her favorite mediums are acrylic, oil, watercolor, pen and ink and charcoal and graphite.
An advocate for art education, Heather is an adjunct professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University, College of the Arts. She teaches private and group painting classes for teens and adults in other locations as well. As an advocate for arts and culture in Palm Beach County, she is the former President of the Wellington Art Society (WAS), Exhibition Chair, and Public Relations co-chair, and has attained WAS Signature Member status. She is also a member of Artists of Palm Beach County (APBC), Lake Worth Art League, and Urban Sketchers of the Palm Beaches.
Heather is the proud recipient of several awards from art festivals and exhibitions and participates in juried art fairs and gallery exhibitions in southeast Florida. Recently, she completed a residency at Zero Empty Spaces in Palm Beach Gardens. Heather is honored to have her painting “Flying Ace” permanently displayed in the main lobby of the new Jupiter Town Hall. The Town acquired the piece after it was awarded “Best in Show” by the Jupiter Art Committee.
When she is not in her studio creating, Heather can be found pursuing her passion for teaching, curating public art exhibitions, advocating for arts and culture in her community, and volunteering her time and talents to make art available to those in need.
To learn more about Heather Bergstrom and her artwork, please visit her website at https://www.HeatherBergstrom.art and follow her on social media @HeatherBergstromArt.
FULL SUN now showing!! May 19 to August 11 2026
For help with your application please email us at wellingtonartsociety@gmail.com
THE SOUL IN THEIR EYES by Cynthia George - A SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Cynthia George is an award-winning artist whose animal-focused work is centered on the belief that the eyes are the window to the soul. In her show, she seeks to capture the "voice" of each animal, creating pieces that allow them to speak to the viewer directly through the canvas.
Beyond their aesthetic beauty, many of the works in this show carry a vital message of conservation and environmental awareness. Through Soul in Their Eyes, George creates a space where art meets advocacy, urging the audience to recognize the sentience of the animals we share the planet with and the importance of protecting their future.
Exhibition Dates: April 7 – June 2, 2026.
Public Reception: Tuesday, April 28, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Gallery Hours: Open to the public Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Location: Wellington City Hall, 12300 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33414.
Love Our EARTH Reception
🌎 Celebrate Creativity and the Planet at “Love Our EARTH” Pop-Up Gallery! 🎨
Join us April 22–26, 2026 in the “District” at the Mall at Wellington Green for “Love Our EARTH,” a vibrant pop-up gallery celebrating art, creativity, and our beautiful planet.
This special event features a stunning art show plus a full lineup of hands-on workshops, interactive activities, and creative experiences for all ages, all led by the talented artists of the Wellington Art Society. Whether you’re an art lover, a curious beginner, or just looking for a fun outing with family and friends, there’s something inspiring waiting for you.
🎉 And don’t miss our FREE public reception on Saturday, April 25 from 5–7 PM — the perfect chance to meet the artists, mingle with the community, and celebrate creativity together.
Come be inspired, get creative, and help us show a little extra love for our Earth! 💚
WAS WORKSHOPS at THE MALL ON THE GREEN
Please visit our Workshops Page for details on how to register.
MONTHLY MEETING - FEATURED SPEAKER: AYESHA DELORENZO - Beyond the Reference: The Technical and Emotional Journey to Realism
Beyond the Reference: The Technical and Emotional Journey to Realism
For Ayesha DeLorenzo, realism isn’t a goal to be captured—it’s a form that materializes from abstraction. She begins in a state of pure chaos, using a raw, formless foundation of color rather than a reference photo to dictate the composition. This expansion from a messy, abstract start into a structured reality requires a unique blend of technical mastery and emotional grit.
As she navigates the inevitable "ugly phases," Ayesha shares the specific color recipes and the brushes she uses to coax order out of the initial disaster. You’ll see exactly how her internal vision takes shape, sharpening from a blur of pigment into a lifelike masterpiece. It is a masterclass in trusting the process, showing that true realism is born when you have the courage to start with nothing but a mess.
CALL FOR ARTISTS - LOVE OUR EARTH (Apply Now)
CALL FOR ARTISTS
Apply before Friday, April 10, 2026
Art Drop Off: Tuesday, April 21 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Reception and Awards Ceremony: Saturday, April 25 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Art Pick Up: Sunday, April 26 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
1st Place $100, 2nd Place $75, 3rd Place $50
Solo Show - CYNTHIA GEORGE - THE SOUL IN THEIR EYES - RECEPTION Tuesday April 28 5-7pm
“My themes are not always serious. Some works are whimsical and lighthearted, inviting curiosity or a smile. At its core, however, my art is about storytelling. Each piece holds a moment, a feeling, or an unspoken narrative that continues beyond the canvas.
Currently, my work is complemented by wildlife subjects. Animals allow me to explore emotion in a raw and instinctive way, free from language yet rich with meaning. I am drawn to their expressions, posture, and presence, using them as vessels to reflect human experiences such as vulnerability, strength, connection, and solitude.
It is very important to me that when a painting is completed, it speaks—as if it has its own voice. Whether that voice is gentle or challenging, comforting or unsettling, its purpose is the same: to start a conversation. That conversation may be positive or negative, internal or shared, but it should be real.
If a viewer pauses, feels something unexpected, or walks away thinking differently than before, then the artwork has fulfilled its purpose.”
Website:www.cynthiageorgeartist.com
FULL CIRCLE - by Sonya Sanchez Arias - OPENING RECEPTION March 7, 5:30 - 8:30pm (open to the public)
FULL CIRCLE Exhibition - gallery hours
Wednesday-Saturday 12pm-6pm
Opening Reception
Saturday, March 7th 2026 • 5:30-8:30
Exhibition viewing days…
March - 11th, 12th, 13th and 14th • 12pm-6pm
March - 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st • 12pm-6pm
March - 25th, 26th, 27th and 28th • 12pm-6pm
ARTIST TALK
Saturday March, 21st • 1pm- 6pm
Art for Memory - Showing at the Community Center until May 19, 2026
Please click on image for more information