The Kelly

The Delta Blues: Clint Herring Watercolors
2025-08-06 - 2025-08-30 | The Kelly Fitzpatrick Center for the Arts, 301 Hill Street, Wetumpka, AL, 36092
Join Clint Herring, renowned contemporary watercolor artist from Auburn, Alabama, in this exhibition celebrating his Delta Blues watercolor series for his upcoming art book “Clint Herring Watercolors: The Delta Blues”. Full of portraiture and conceptual artworks (seventy-three!), both this exhibition and his upcoming art book honor the legends and everyday delta blues players of the past and contemporary – from T-Model Ford, Robert Johnson, Howlin’ Wolf and Muddy Waters to Gip Gipson and Ruthie Foster. Be sure to come see his exhibit at The Kelly throughout this month!

The Kelly's Own
2025-08-06 - 2025-08-30
Join the Kelly in appreciating our Artist Associates and the wonderful art they create through this upcoming exhibition! We appreciate all the art our Artist Associates create for The Kelly and wanted to give them a show of their own. Therefore, we will be showcasing their work throughout most of the gallery during the month of August. Be sure to come see this exhibit at The Kelly sometime this month!

Gelli Printing Workshop: Mixed Media with Gelli Prints & Collage
2025-08-09 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Discover the magic of Gelli Art, a playful and accessible form of printmaking that uses a soft, reusable gel plate to create vibrant monoprints without a press. With layers of color, texture, and pattern, Gelli printing is a joyful way to explore your creativity and build dynamic artwork, whether you’re new to art or an experienced maker. This is one session in a four-part series that focuses on a different technique, allowing you to experiment and grow your skills. Come to one class or join them all, each session stands alone, and all materials are provided.
Space is limited — sign up early to reserve your spot for this fun, hands-on series that celebrates spontaneity, color, and creativity!

For ages 14 and up
Recommended Skill Level: Beginner (Any)
Cost: $35 per person – supplies included
Class Size: Minimum 4 – Maximum of 12

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Interested in Kelly member discounts on classes? Membership only starts at $50 a year!

8x10 Day
2025-08-09 10:00 - 17:00
This is a two day sale event on August 8th and 9th that you won’t want to miss! All participating 8″ x 10″ art pieces will be $81. There will be beautiful original works of art created by talented and local Alabama artists for sale for a great price, so be sure to join us!
8″ x 10″ Original Artworks For $81!
