September 2025 Newsletter

RAC Artists Talk

Wednesday, September 10 at 6 pm

The Rowayton Arts Center will present an @RAC Artists Talk on Wednesday, September 10 at 6 pm. This evening of conversation with RAC Exhibiting Member Ben Larrabee will celebrate the publication of his new photography book Trudie: A Portrait. Mindy Green will serve as moderator for the evening. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

For nearly 30 years, Ben has photographed Trudie throughout the daily rhythm of their life. These photographs capture what he calls Moments of Grace – fleeting glimpses of life we take for granted but rarely see revealed in photographs.

 

Ben is part of a new show, RAC Masters, on view September 5 through October 4, 2025. This exhibition is a member-only small group show where each participating artist presents a body of work. Other artists include: Bill Gore, Mindy Green, Ira Hara, Nina Nelson, George Radwan, Barbara Shapiro, Lisa Thoren, Kris Toohey and Carol Young.

RAC Happenings

Drop off days in the Gallery!

Here’s RAC Exhibiting Member Nina Nelson (center) bringing in her photographs to RAC Executive Director Andrea Letters (left) and Exhibiting Member Volunteer Pam Rouleau (right) for this year’s RAC Masters show. Other accepted artists: Bill Gore, Mindy Green (below in center photo at right, with RAC Exhibiting Member Volunteer Robert Lansden), Ira Hara (below in photo at left), Ben Larrabee, George Radwan, Barbara Shapiro, Lisa Thoren, Kris Toohey (below in photo at right) and Carol Young. Reminder that the gallery is closed to prepare for opening day on Friday, September 5 from 5 to 7 pm. More info here!

RAC Classes and Workshops

It’s Time to Register for Fall Classes

Join us for an inspiring lineup of weekly adult art classes and short term workshops this Fall. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, there’s something for everyone – Watercolor, Acrylics, Oils, Drawing and Life Drawing. Come explore new techniques, sharpen your skills and connect with a vibrant community of fellow artists!

Adult Weekly Classes

Adult Short Term Workshops

Artwork above by Susan Fehlinger who will be teaching “Learning to Make it Your Own” on Thursday afternoons.

Youth Classes

The Fall art program for ages 10-14 begins in September. Ages 7-10 will begin in early November. Best to register now as classes do fill early.  

Youth Classes and Workshops

Image of a student working in Felicia Feldman’s “Advanced Drawing & Painting Skills” class for ages 10-14. Class begins on Friday, September 19 (3:45-5pm)

Upcoming Exhibitions

September 5 through October 4, 2025

Exhibiting Members only, Juried Group Show – All Media

Accepted artists: Bill Gore, Mindy Green, Ira Hara, Ben Larrabee, Nina Nelson, George Radwan, Barbara Shapiro, Lisa Thoren, Kris Toohey and Carol Young.

Opening Reception: Friday, September 5 (5-7pm) – more info here.

October 12 through November 8, 2025

Open Juried Show, open to all artists (and open theme!)

All media – more info here.

Online submissions link – DEADLINE Midnight, September 5

Prospectus

Receiving: Monday, October 6 (5-7pm) and Tuesday, October 7 (12-2pm)

Opening Reception: Sunday, October 12 (4-6pm)

Other News

RAC will review artwork by local artists interested in becoming exhibiting members on Friday, September 12, 2025. Artists should bring items for consideration to the gallery on Thursday, September 11 from 12 to 5 pm. The artist selection will take place on the morning of Friday, September 12 with notifications sent to accepted artists the following week. Artists should plan on picking up their artwork on Friday, September 12 from 12 to 5 pm or Saturday, September 13 from 10 am to 1 pm.

 

There is a form online to complete before bringing in artwork to RAC at this link and see the full Exhibiting Member Prospectus here for more information.

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