Look for my art tent along Beverly’s Cabot Street during this annual art festival. More information to come closer to date. For more information, please visit the Beverly Main Street’s site bevmain.org.
The Rockport Garden Club Tour 2025, “Neighborhood Gems,” will be held Saturday, June 28, 2025 in the South End of Rockport, MA. As part of the tour, 22 local artists will set up creating art and painting live in the gardens during the tour. Flora, fauna, and artists creating! Wet Paint Reception and Sale will be held at the Rockport Arts Association & Museum following the Tour from 4:30-6:30pm. Tickets will go on sale late Spring for the Tour. Reception is free and open to Tour Attendees as well as the general public. More info at RockportGardenClub.org.
Join artistic host Joli Ayn Wood for a series of unique, creative sessions designed to inspire, encourage cognitive focus, uplift spirits and reduce stress. Each session features simple art activities and interaction to help reduce stress, support recovery, and encourage personal growth in your daily life. Group Social Session encourages positive communication and sharing within the community, although interaction is not required. Sessions are suitable for attendees ages 16 and up. All sessions are free to the public. Come to one, come to all. We hope to see you at the Topsfield Town Hall, Second Floor. Sponsored by the Topsfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. Call (978) 887-1523 with questions and to sign up.
Please contact the Everett Art Association at 617-387-7797, or everettartassociation@gmail.com for more details.
Join artistic host Joli Ayn Wood for a series of unique, creative sessions designed to inspire, encourage cognitive focus, uplift spirits and reduce stress. Each session features simple art activities and interaction to help reduce stress, support recovery, and encourage personal growth in your daily life. Group Social Session encourages positive communication and sharing within the community, although interaction is not required. Sessions are suitable for attendees ages 16 and up. All sessions are free to the public. Come to one, come to all. We hope to see you at the Topsfield Town Hall, Second Floor. Sponsored by the Topsfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. Call (978) 887-1523 with questions and to sign up.
Join me at Jolie Tea Company to celebrate and discover as my winter Art Residency comes to a close. I will speak to what it was like painting in such a public space, the experience painting with water-mixable oil paints on a large scale, and I will happily answer questions about my paint mixing and painting techniques. Art on display available for purchase. Jolie Tea Company is a special place to be, offering delightful teas, food, desserts, and wine. Art display will come down Monday, March 31st.
Enjoy an afternoon of tea and pastries while I take a painting from start to finish. Feel free to comment, ask questions, or just watch. Series runs through March.
Join artistic host Joli Ayn Wood for a series of unique, creative sessions designed to inspire, encourage cognitive focus, uplift spirits and reduce stress. Each session features simple art activities and interaction to help reduce stress, support recovery, and encourage personal growth in your daily life. Group Social Session encourages positive communication and sharing within the community, although interaction is not required. Sessions are suitable for attendees ages 16 and up. All sessions are free to the public. Come to one, come to all. We hope to see you at the Topsfield Town Hall, Second Floor. Sponsored by the Topsfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. Call (978) 887-1523 with questions and to sign up.
Enjoy an afternoon of tea and pastries while I take a painting from start to finish. Feel free to comment, ask questions, or just watch. Series runs through March.
Join artistic host Joli Ayn Wood for a series of unique, creative sessions designed to inspire, encourage cognitive focus, uplift spirits and reduce stress. Each session features simple art activities and interaction to help reduce stress, support recovery, and encourage personal growth in your daily life. Group Social Session encourages positive communication and sharing within the community, although interaction is not required. Sessions are suitable for attendees ages 16 and up. All sessions are free to the public. Come to one, come to all. We hope to see you at the Topsfield Town Hall, Second Floor. Sponsored by the Topsfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. Call (978) 887-1523 with questions and to sign up.
Enjoy an afternoon of tea and pastries while I take a painting from start to finish. Feel free to comment, ask questions, or just watch. Series runs through March.
Join artistic host Joli Ayn Wood for a series of unique, creative sessions designed to inspire, encourage cognitive focus, uplift spirits and reduce stress. Each session features simple art activities and interaction to help reduce stress, support recovery, and encourage personal growth in your daily life. Group Social Session encourages positive communication and sharing within the community, although interaction is not required. Sessions are suitable for attendees ages 16 and up. All sessions are free to the public. Come to one, come to all. We hope to see you at the Topsfield Town Hall, Second Floor. Sponsored by the Topsfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. Call (978) 887-1523 with questions and to sign up.
Enjoy an afternoon of tea and pastries while I take a painting from start to finish. Feel free to comment, ask questions, or just watch. Series runs through March.
Join artistic host Joli Ayn Wood for a series of unique, creative sessions designed to inspire, encourage cognitive focus, uplift spirits and reduce stress. Each session features simple art activities and interaction to help reduce stress, support recovery, and encourage personal growth in your daily life. Group Social Session encourages positive communication and sharing within the community, although interaction is not required. Sessions are suitable for attendees ages 16 and up. All sessions are free to the public. Come to one, come to all. We hope to see you at the Topsfield Town Hall, Second Floor. Sponsored by the Topsfield Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council. Call (978) 887-1523 with questions and to sign up.
I am honored to have some of my local-themed work showcased at the fabulous Jolie Tea Company in Beverly. During the show’s run join me on Thursday afternoons while I take a painting or two from block-in to signature.
Join us this Saturday, June 27th at 7pm, on the True Grit Art Gallery’s Facebook page or on their YouTube channel for the Gallery’s very first VIRTUAL RECEPTION for Joli Ayn Wood's 'Artful Journey'! Watch the premiere and chat with Joli and gallery personnel with live/in real time comments. Customers can purchase any pieces they like online! See you then!
Check out True Grit Art Gallery’s website for more information.
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/TrueGritArtGallery/?ref=bookmarks
YouTube
Artful Journey will be my first solo exhibition of new work from the last year, and the first in New England. I am thrilled to have True Grit Art Gallery in Middleboro, MA partner with me on this, and I am grateful for ongoing representation.
Opening Reception is set for Saturday, June 20, 2020 from 5-8pm. Due to social distancing guidelines, FREE tickets will be issued to the event to assure a safe experience for all. Tickets for the evening may be reserved on the gallery website below.
A Virtual Reception will be held LIVE on June 27th at 7pm on FaceBook and YouTube. Tune in to view my new paintings and ask questions in a live Q&A with me!
My current work, as well as paintings for the upcoming show, are on display and available for purchase on the gallery website www.truegritartgallery.com.
Join me at the History Museum of Western Virginia and the O. Winston Link Museum to introduce my collaboration with writer Tom Williams, a children’s book celebrating Christmas spirit and life along the rails. All original paintings featured in the book will be on display during the seasonal Fantasyland visits beginning Saturday, December 7th at the History Museum. Sessions with Santa may be reserved by purchasing a ticket at http://roanokehistory.org/fantasyland-snapshots-sought-for-anniversary/. Public book signing with author and artist scheduled at 2pm on December 7th in Fantasyland.
Books may be ordered for $25 each directly from our author at http://www.santacares.org/?page_id=22.
Goshen Pass, a deep crevasse along the Maury River in Rockbridge County, Virginia, has often been the source of inspiration for regional artists. I first was inspired by the Pass in the early 1990’s, returning years later to paint the twist, turns, and extreme rocks of this beautiful area. Selection of color harmonies collected from on-site observation is at the heart of the collection, which was created en plein air as well as in the studio. All paintings are in oil. I hope you will join me to celebrate this, my Goshen Symphony, my first solo showing in Lexington, Virginia. A hearty thanks to the Earth, Fire, and Spirit Gallery for this support and encouragement.
Join me for the Opening Reception Friday, October 4, 2019 from 5:00-7:30pm, Artist’s Talk at 6pm.
This is always one of the first items on my calendar every year. I look forward to working with, and learning from, Stan. I can’t wait to get back to this amazing little slice of the New England coast.
I am honored and excited to have been selected to take part in the 2019 Paint Grand Traverse. This is a week-long plein air painting festival and competition featuring artists from across the country. There will be painting on-location: on the waterfront, downtown, and on the beach. There will be demonstrations, workshops, and a quick draw competition. The final celebration and art sale will be Saturday night (7pm).
Crooked Tree Arts Center - Traverse City
322 Sixth Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
(231) 941-9488
The Grand Traverse region is located in northwest lower Michigan, and is known the world over for its gorgeous scenery, hundreds of miles of Lake Michigan coast, and historic small towns and villages. The largest of these, Traverse City, is nestled on the southern shore of West Grand Traverse Bay, and is home to Crooked Tree Arts Center - Traverse City.
Paint Grand Traverse is presented by Crooked Tree Arts Center, a community-based arts center serving northern Michigan from campuses in Traverse City and Petoskey. Visit them online at www.crookedtree.org.
I’ll share more when I know more…
Hosted by the Virginia Highlands Festival and William King Museum of Art, the 4th Annual “Plein Air Abingdon” is a plein air paint-out and pop-up gallery that takes place around Abingdon and the surrounding region. I am excited to have been asked to join these wonderful artists. You can see us in action on Friday and Saturday and then see the finished works on Saturday night (5pm - 7pm):
William King Museum of Art
415 Academy Dr NW
Abingdon, VA 24210
More information can be found here: http://www.pleinairabingdon.com
Join me in my Studio to celebrate the holidays and the past year. See my recent work and maybe get some gift ideas. Light refreshments will be provided.
Studio joli ayn wood
4243 Floyd Highway North
Floyd, Virginia 24091
540.449.9078
Look for me along the fences this year!
E.C. Glass High School Grounds
Memorial Avenue & Lakeside Drive
Lynchburg, Virginia
For more info: www.lynchburgartclub.org
Rain Date: Sunday September 9th
As part of my tenure as 2018 Featured Artist at The Floyd Center for the Arts, I will offer a weekend workshop in my town of Floyd. We will spend time in the classroom, discussing techniques and materials, as well as spend time out in the field at locations TBA. This class is for the intermediate or advanced artist, working in any medium. Click on the button below for a suggested materials. However, participants should bring paints/materials they are familiar with. A few easels will be available on a first come, first served basis.
Workshop details and registration may be found on the Center website link here. Contact me at jolisart@yahoo.com for more details or to ask questions.
As part of my 2018 Featured Artist tenure at The Floyd Center for the Arts, I am very honored and pleased to announce a solo show of my work in the Center's Falcon Gallery. I will provide a theme closer to date. My work will be on display for the August and September months.
Opening Night Reception is August 11th, 5-7pm.
For more information, www.floydartcenter.org.
Presented by The Maier Museum of Art, this introduction to plein air painting is tailored to the young and aspiring artist, age 11-16. We will introduce the young artist to working in the great outdoors. Materials to be provided. Some techniques covered include capturing scenes quickly, choosing a strong composition, representing values correctly, light study, and managing time in the outdoors.
1 Quinlan Street
Lynchburg, Virginia
If you are interested or would like more information please reach out to me by email (jolisart@yahoo.com) or through my Contact page. Please register at www.maiermuseum.org.
I am looking forward to this year's tour, showcasing the artists and craftsmen in and around Floyd. My studio will be open if you'd like to come by and chat and see what I've been working on.
Studio joli ayn wood
4243 Floyd Highway North
Floyd, Virginia 24091
See www.floydartisantrail.org or www.floydcenterforthearts.org for trail map and schedule.
Look for me at my usual spot at the corner of Campbell Ave. and Wall St. in the Historic Roanoke City Market.
For more information: http://www.taubmanmuseum.org/calendar/8904/sidewalk-art-show
This 3-day workshop covers the basics of Plein Air painting and expands on them, focusing more in depth on color theory, composition, and values. We will begin the workshop in the studio with a review & discussion of materials and techniques, then venture out of doors the remainder of the workshop, setting up to paint the marshes, beaches, and town. Places TBA based on weather and where the group desires. Schedule will consist of demonstrations, individual assistance, and a group review each day. This workshop is geared for the intermediate to advanced artist working in oils, acrylics, or gouache.
3 day workshop - $300 ($100 deposit, rest at time of workshop)
If you have questions, you may reach me either via email at jolisart@yahoo.com, or via phone at 540-449-9078. For registration and more information, please click the box below for a sign-up sheet and materials list (PDF).
Calling all Painters! I will be painting along side fellow artists at historic Cogswell's Grant for a day of plein air painting. Paint beautiful vistas, including the Essex River and the Great Marsh, farm fields and landscapes, and the eighteenth-century historic house and barns. Free beverages and snacks will be available. Stay and tour the museum, which features one of the country's most celebrated collections of American folk art.
Free of charge.
Please call 978-768-3632 for more information.
I am thrilled to be invited to kick off a NEW month-long artist residency sponsored by Sea Meadow's Studio for the Arts in the charming town of Essex, MA. As part of the opening of the new Sea Meadow's Studio of the Arts, the Artist in Residence Program will give emerging artists visibility, time, space, and support they need to grow their craft and develop in an area rich with art traditions and history. As part of the program, I will facilitate a workshop, as well as offer my paintings created throughout the month for sale at the Essex Studio. More information about the residency program can be found here.
I will be at my Essex Studio to greet patrons, discuss my work, and to offer “fresh” paintings for sale throughout my stay.
Studio location at 7 Main Street (rear, behind Sea Meadow Gifts), Essex, MA – Entrance & parking on Pickering Street (across from #36).
Open Studio Hours: Beginning May 11th, my studio will be open every Friday from 3-7pm, Saturdays from 2-6, and Sundays from 11-3.
Studio Opening Celebration on Friday, May 11th from 5:30-7pm!
