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.
Sign up for upcoming classes and workshops!
Capturing the Light in Old Lyme with Caleb Stone May 17 – 18
Portrait/Figure Painting from Life with Hollis Dunlap June 7 – 8
Plein Air Landscape Painting Foundations with Eileen Eder June 10 – 12
Painting the Connecticut Shore with Jacqueline Jones June 27 – 29
The Oil Painter’s Guide: From Idea to Finished Landscape with TJ Cunningham July 17 – 20
Painting Light with Mike Laiuppa August 9 – 10
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.
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No Art Talks scheduled at this time. Please check back for updates.
All Art Talks are $10/person, unless noted otherwise.
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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
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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!
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.
