The Lyme Art Association

What's Happening Soon!

Expanding Visions Accepted List Is HERE

For more info & exhibiton tags, see the “Entering an Exhibition” page, and for drop off/pick up dates, visit the “Upcoming Exhibitions” page.

"Ship to Shore", "Stillness", and "Sunflower's Bloom" now on view through May 29.

Lyme Art Association’s art exhibits, Ship to Shore, Stillness and Sunflower’s Bloom are currently on view. Plus, enjoy the online versions of the shows by visiting our Current Exhibitions page.

Scott Rhoades, "Support Group", Acrylic on hard board

Sign up for upcoming classes and workshops!

Did you know that Old Lyme, CT has a deep artistic heritage? With a shared history as cornerstones of the American Impressionist movement, the Lyme Art Association and FloGris Museum are two of the most historic art destinations in New England. Enjoy a day out in Old Lyme to see what compelled great artists to make it their home – and still does today! Visit ExploreOldLyme.com to learn more.

No critiques or demos scheduled at this time. Check back for updates.

More Info about Art Demos and Critiques, and to Register.

No Art Talks scheduled at this time. Please check back for updates. 

All Art Talks are $10/person, unless noted otherwise.

More Info about Art Talks and to RSVP

Coordinated by Maura Cochan, the Lyme Art Association is proud to have a plein air painting group that meets weekly on Monday mornings to paint outdoors in the spring and summer time. Maura finds a wonderful selection of landscapes, farms, town views, nature centers, marine and seascape locations in and around Old Lyme for the group to paint at.

Plein Air Painting Group – Subscription Series: The 2025 Session dates are here. There are two sessions to choose from. Session 1: May 5 – July 28 (no meeting Memorial Day, May 26): FULL ; and Session 2: September 8 – October 27 for $70

More information

Check out our collection of videos, where our Lyme Art Association artists talk about what makes LAA special to them:  Videos 

Also, check out our selection of recorded art talks on our Previous Art Talks page: Previous Art Talks

Join the LAA family! Become a member of one of America’s most longstanding and respected art associations. Artists and supporters alike are eligible for membership. Benefits include eligibility to enter shows, discounts on educational programs, and the joy of membership in a community that values art.

Since our founding in 1914, LAA has been dedicated to celebrating and nurturing the rich artistic heritage of the American Impressionists. This tradition of excellence continues thanks to the generous support of individuals like you. We are so grateful that you believe in the value of this very special place where art engages us and enriches our lives.

Thank you to our partners and sponsors for their generous support for the Lyme Art Association!

Education

New ONLINE Natural Science Illustration Courses starting in April! Sign up today.

Highlights from

Ship to Shore Reception

Ship to Shore reception photo credit: Franki Nebel

Sea & Sky Soiree

Sea & Sky Soiree photo credit: Emily Wassink

Exhibitions

CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

April 18 – May 29

Ship to Shore: A Marine Show

Stillness: A Still Life Show

Sunflower’s Bloom

Upcoming Exhibitions

June 6 – July 17

Expanding Visions
open to all members

Hudson Valley Art Association
guest exhibition

Young Artists Exhibition
on view June 11 – July 17
open to young artists ages 5 – 18

It is the ideal gallery . . . . Greater appropriateness, beauty of proportions and refinement of taste hardly could be found . . . . Truly an artist’s gallery, built for and by and with artists.

The New York Times Book Review and Magazine
August 14, 1921

Create Art

Whether you are a beginner, are looking for a master class to burnish your skills, or just want to find a group of friendly artists to paint with in the studio or outdoors, the Lyme Art Association has a program for you.

Events

From our exhibit receptions, to our artist gatherings, to our fundraisers, Lyme Art Association events are art-centric, bringing together people who believe that art is vital to well-being and enjoyment of life.

Videos