Events

Check out our list of upcoming events at the Kelly. Come back to see what exhibits or events are coming up!

Elmore County Art Guild 40th Anniversary Show

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Since 1985, the Elmore County Art Guild (ECAG) Annual Show has showcased and rewarded the finest artists in our region.  Come join us for their judged members' show, featuring the talented artists right here in Elmore County!

Louise Smith Everton: A Retrospective

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Louise Smith Everton was a prize-winning artist, diligent art organizer, and dear friend of many of the Dixie Art Colony artists, including our namesake John Kelly Fitzpatrick. She was known for painting with the greatest of ease and for encouraging her fellow and newcomer artists alike. She was an active member of many art organizations, […]

Free

Everton Coffee Reception

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Come join us for a free coffee reception for Louise Smith Everton's Retrospective Exhibition, honoring her artistic career with a collection of her paintings and handwritten letters that her son, Angus Everton, generously loaned to The Kelly. We will have breakfast snacks, a coffee bar, fantastic historical art, and great conversation!   Louise Smith Everton […]

Free
Event Series Morning Sketch

Morning Sketch

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Every Friday, we invite everyone and anyone to come “sketch” in the gallery and on the porch! New and experienced artists (or authors or craftsmen) alike can pull up a chair, sit on the porch, and indulge in the arts. Enjoy fellow artists’ company, enjoy the view, and come sketch with us!

Free

Intermediate Landscape Oil Painting Class

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Already know the basics of oils and ready to kick it up a notch? Learn how to create a moody landscape utilizing various techniques and tools. Alisa will show you how she takes a photo reference and modifies it before painting. She will then walk you through the stages of her oil painting process to get intentional results. You don’t have to toss everything you know out the door. We are going to give you several tips to take away. A basic understanding of oils is required for this class. ................. << Register Here […]

Event Series Kelly’s Kids Town

Kelly’s Kids Town

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Designed for school-age children, Kelly’s Kids Town is an arts-and-crafts program where we provide the supplies and activities at no charge. No pre-registration necessary, just join us every fourth Thursday of the month! Kids just need to bring to their imaginations and clothes they can get messy in!

Free
Event Series Morning Sketch

Morning Sketch

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Every Friday, we invite everyone and anyone to come “sketch” in the gallery and on the porch! New and experienced artists (or authors or craftsmen) alike can pull up a chair, sit on the porch, and indulge in the arts. Enjoy fellow artists’ company, enjoy the view, and come sketch with us!

Free

Watercolor Methodology: A Talk and Q&A

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

In this 2-hour session, Timothy D. Thomas presents his Watercolor Methodology techniques through an engaging PowerPoint presentation, followed by a Q&A session where participants can ask questions and gain deeper insights into his artistic process. Thomas advocates for a minimal methodology in watercolor painting, emphasizing the importance of focusing on essential tools and techniques to […]

Free
Event Series Morning Sketch

Morning Sketch

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Every Friday, we invite everyone and anyone to come “sketch” in the gallery and on the porch! New and experienced artists (or authors or craftsmen) alike can pull up a chair, sit on the porch, and indulge in the arts. Enjoy fellow artists’ company, enjoy the view, and come sketch with us!

Free

4×6 Day

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Every year, we hold a special art sales event where 4″ x 6″ artworks are all $46, and this year we'll be holding this special sales event on April 4th and 5th!  Come join us for wonderful art that is both affordable and home-able and support your local artists!

Stencil Making & Gelli Printing Workshop

The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL

Learn how to create your own stencils with artist RC Hagans and create your own unique artwork using Gelli printing techniques with Alisa Beck. Learn how to design and cut your own stencils, then experiment with layering colors and textures using a Gelli plate. Perfect for artists of all levels, this playful technique allows for […]

$150