Ridge Art Association

10/13/2026

Calling all Ridge Art Association Members, Guests, and Supporters!

We hope you’ll join us this Saturday evening for the 2026 Members' Exhibition as we celebrate our talented Ridge Art Association members!

The reception begins at 6:00 PM, followed by the awards ceremony at 6:30 PM. Come explore the exhibition, meet the artists, and congratulate this year’s award winners. Guests are welcome to bring a snack or treat to share for everyone to enjoy!

Saturday, October 17, 2026
6:00 PM Reception | 6:30 PM Awards Ceremony
Ridge Art Association | 210 Cypress Gardens Boulevard SW, Winter Haven, FL 33880

We’d love to see you there and celebrate another wonderful exhibition with our Ridge Art Association community!

10/02/2026

👋 We could use a few extra hands!

We’re looking for volunteers to join our Installation Committee and help hang artwork for upcoming exhibitions, especially for the Members' Exhibition tomorrow, Saturday, October 3!

We have all the tools and supplies needed; we just need your support! We ask that volunteers be at the gallery for the Judge’s Critique at 3:00 p.m., with installation beginning immediately afterward.

Interested in lending a hand? Reach out to me at 407.687.0115. We’d love to have you join us!

10/01/2026

2026 Members’ Exhibition!

We’re looking forward to celebrating our members' incredible talent at this year’s Members’ Exhibition!

We’re pleased to welcome fine artist Tom Sadler as this year’s judge. Be sure to check out his biography to learn more about his background and work.

Friday, October 2, 11 am to 4 pm: Receiving
Saturday, October 3, 8:30 am to 11 am: Receiving
Saturday, October 3, 3 pm: Judge’s Critique
Saturday, October 17, 5:30 pm: Reception (Awards at 6 pm)

We can’t wait to see what our members have created and look forward to another wonderful exhibition. See you at the gallery!

09/26/2026

TWO NEW WATERCOLOR CLASSES BEGIN OCTOBER 6!

The Ridge Art Association is pleased to offer two four-week watercolor classes taught by award-winning Central Florida watercolor artist Ron Malone.

HOW TO PAINT REFLECTIONS IN WATERCOLOR
Tuesdays, October 6–27
10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Learn how to create convincing reflections in water using color, value, washes, edges, and brushwork. Students will complete two watercolor paintings with demonstrations, step-by-step instruction, and individual assistance.

CREATING LIFELIKE WATERCOLOR PORTRAITS: FROM START TO FINISH
Tuesdays, October 6–27
Afternoon Class

Learn a practical, step-by-step approach to painting realistic watercolor portraits—from planning and skin tones to values, layering, features, and finishing touches.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Ron Malone is a Signature Member of the Florida Watercolor Society, Georgia Watercolor Society, and Pennsylvania Watercolor Society. His paintings have been selected for and recognized in regional, state, national, and international watercolor exhibitions.

Classes are designed for a relaxed, enjoyable learning environment with demonstrations and plenty of individual instruction.

📍 Ridge Art Association
210 Cypress Gardens Blvd SW
Winter Haven, Florida

Space is limited. Register today!

09/17/2026

🌟 Join us tomorrow evening for the 2026–2027 Annual Lake Alfred City Hall Exhibition! 🌟

Celebrate the talented artists featured in this year’s exhibition, see the award-winning works, meet the artists, and enjoy refreshments generously provided by the City of Lake Alfred.

Friday, September 18
Reception: 5:30 PM | Awards Ceremony: 6:00 PM
Lake Alfred City Hall | 120 E Pomelo St, Lake Alfred, FL 33850

We hope to see you there as we celebrate another wonderful year of art in our community! 🏅

09/11/2026

The Ridge Art Association invites you to participate in the Annual Lake Alfred City Hall Exhibition—a wonderful opportunity to showcase your work, compete for $1,375 in cash awards, and help fill the walls of City Hall with outstanding art by our local artists.
Bring Your Artwork to Lake Alfred City Hall
120 E. Pomelo St., Lake Alfred
Receiving Dates & Times:
• Friday, September 11 | 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
• Saturday, September 12 | 8:30–11:00 AM
Each year, this exhibition transforms the halls of City Hall into an impressive gallery of original artwork. We would love to have your work be part of it!
$1,375 IN CASH AWARDS
• Best of Show — $500
• Second Place — $300
• Third Place — $200
• Awards of Excellence (3) — $75 each
• Honorable Mention (3) — $50 each

Entry Fee
• RAA Members — $35
• Non-Members — $40

08/26/2026