Riverside Gallery to host
Lakes Region Art Association
in January
January 2nd through January 29th
Laconia’s Riverside Gallery, located within the historic Belknap Mill, is pleased to present a month-long fine art exhibition featuring the talented artist members of the Lakes Region Art Association. This special showcase invites the full membership of the association to participate, offering visitors a diverse and inspiring collection of work.
A Public Opening Reception was held on Friday, January 2nd, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM, where guests had the opportunity to meet several of the exhibiting artists and enjoy an evening immersed in art and conversation. The exhibit will feature original artworks, fine art reproduction prints, artist-designed greeting cards, and more.
If you didn’t make the reception, you are welcome to stop by the Riverside Gallery during regular Belknap Mill Museum hours, Thursday through Saturday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Kids Paint Party
January 31st at 1:00 PM
Free Event!
Limited Seating: Maximum of 6 junior artists
Important: Participants must be accompanied by an adult during the session
Gallery Member Artist Gerard Paquette is inspired by the beauty and wonder of nature and NH landscapes. Using acrylic paint, he creates images that celebrate his appreciation of scenic NH.
This Children’s Paint Along is a FREE event designed for children 8 and older. All painting materials are supplied! You just supply the young artist.
Call the Gallery (603-998-0029) during business hours (Th-Sun, 10-6) to register or use the link at right. Parents need to accompany their child.
January Painting Subject
Solo Artist Show
Neowise
Glass, steel, copper and oak
Junkanoo Headdress
Copper, Glass, Steel and Mahogany
February 7th though 15th
Phillip Gauthier
Mixed Media Artist
Philip’s lifelong interest in the arts has spanned many disciplines, including photography, woodworking, music, and pottery. His true passion, however, lies in combining diverse materials to create something entirely new and previously unseen. Working with copper, brass, steel, glass, wood, stone, and found objects, Philip produces award-winning mixed-media sculptures that reflect both craftsmanship and imagination.
Philip lives and works in southern New Hampshire.
Website: prgauthierart.com
Exhibit opens February 7th at 10:00am in the Lakes Region Art Gallery, Tanger Outlets, 120 Laconia Rd, Suite #300, Tilton, NH
Get an early taste of spring—long before Jack Frost even thinks about packing his bags. This year’s exhibit, open to all members as in past seasons, celebrates the beauty of gardens through a vibrant collection of fine art. New for this year, the show expands beyond the canvas to include sculpture and carved works, adding rich, three-dimensional texture and fresh perspective to the experience.
February 19th through March 15th
Reception Date: February 20 - 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Are you ready to try something new?
Forest Stillness ~ A Reverse Painting on Styrene
When: Thursday, February 20, 2026– 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Lakes Region Art Association Gallery, Tanger Outlets, Suite 300, Tilton, NH
Cost: $40 donation (includes all art supplies)
proceeds benefit LRAA)
Bring: Your own beverages
Reverse painting flips the traditional order: start with foreground elements (like the closest trees and details), layer the midground, and finish with the background (distant trees, moon, and sky). When viewed from the unpainted side, the clear styrene gives your artwork a glossy, luminous depth that's truly magical! This captivating design features bold gradients of turquoise, green, and yellow, with dramatic black pine silhouettes for a serene, nighttime vibe
The cost is $40 per person, and includes all art supplies. All proceeds benefit the Lakes Region Art Association, supporting local artists and arts programming throughout the community.
Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.
Dive into the fun reverse painting technique on clear styrene (a safe, modern alternative to glass that's similar to acrylic). You'll create a glowing, ethereal moonlit forest lake scene, complete with a vibrant crescent moon, silhouetted pine trees, and perfect symmetrical reflections in the calm water – all evoking peaceful stillness under a colorful night sky. Perfect for beginners – no drawing skills required! Just follow step-by-step guidance while sipping your favorite beverage (BYOB welcome).
May 7 through May 22, 2026
Inspire your young artist to dream big and create boldly! Our Kids Exhibit offers children and teens the exciting opportunity to see their artwork proudly displayed in a real gallery setting. From imaginative pencil drawings and vibrant paintings to mixed media creations and photography, artwork in all media is welcome and encouraged.
To celebrate creativity at every stage, submissions are grouped by age—Kindergarten–2nd Grade, 3rd–5th Grade, 6th–8th Grade, and 9th–12th Grade—giving each artist a meaningful and age-appropriate platform to shine. Participating in the Kids Exhibit builds confidence, nurtures self-expression, and allows young creators to experience the joy of sharing their vision with the community.
We invite parents to help spark a lifelong love of the arts by encouraging their child to submit a piece. This exhibit is a celebration of imagination, effort, and creativity—where every young artist’s voice is valued and every work tells a story.
July 30th through August 30th
Our Annual competition between members “in good standing” is an event we look forward to each year. Members compete in any number of media for ribbons and prizes. All judging is performed by outside experts in the fields of art.
Join us for the Public Reception to meet and greet several of the artists, hear the judges final decisions and witness the awarding of prizes.
Solo Shows Available in 2026
Are you ready to Show-Off?
Are you ready to showcase your art in a venue designed to highlight your creative vision? The Lakes Region Art Gallery offers a spacious, 3,000-square-foot gallery in a bustling outdoor mall setting—perfect for your "Solo Show." With a clean, modern atmosphere and versatile pop-up display walls (or the option to bring your own setup), our gallery provides the ideal environment for any artistic medium. Hosting an artist-sponsored reception adds a personal touch, and we’ll work with you to promote your exhibit through our newsletters and newspaper listings, ensuring your event gets the attention it deserves. Let your art take center stage!
Step #1: Please read the following two documents before applying for a Solo Show in the Lakes Region Art Gallery
Step #2: Once Step #1 is complete, fill in this short form to get your request processed
The Lakes Region Art Association and it’s members art can be found in numerous locations around the lakes region. The following is a listing of venues where our pop-up exhibits can be found.
The Holiday Inn - Lobby Display
75 Tilton Road, NH-140, Tilton, NH 03276
A rotating display changes roughly every six weeks.
The Flip Side Restaurant
566 Main St, Laconia, NH 03246
Meredith Village Saving Bank
66 N Main St, Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Huggins Hospital
240 S Main St, Wolfeboro, NH 03894