Business Details
Creative Art Gallery & Classes in Covington
At WildArt Gallery & Creative Collective, we cultivate creativity and community in the heart of Covingtons historic downtown square. Since our founding, we have provided a welcoming space for artists of all skill levels to explore painting, drawing, mixed media, and more under the guidance of enthusiastic instructors. Our fine art gallery showcases original works by local artisans, including jewelry, photography, woodwork, and paintings, each telling a unique story rooted in Covingtons creative spirit.We offer hands-on art day camps for children, private event hosting, and collaborative workshops designed to spark imagination. With a focus on education and engagement, weve hosted school tours since 2020 and provide seasonal classes that encourage experimentation with new techniques. Our historic studio, featured in the Vampire Diaries TV show, combines character with modern creativity, offering a distinctive environment where art and community thrive.
Services
Art Classes
Fine Art Gallery
Summer Camps
Private Events
Historical Tours
Highlights and features
- We offer expert-led art classes for all skill levels in a historic creative space
- Our gallery exclusively features original works by talented local Covington artists
- We provide summer art camps with 16 years of proven creative education experience
- Private event spaces accommodate groups up to 25 with customizable art activities
- Historic downtown location combines character with modern artistic innovation
What people say
Perfect activity
Creative expression
Amazing instructors
Unforgettable memories
Welcoming space
Services
Art Classes
Our art classes cater to all skill levels with expert instruction in painting, drawing, and mixed media techniques. Students work in a supportive environment with professional artists who emphasize creative exploration. Classes include personalized guidance to help participants develop their unique artistic style while learning technical skills.
Summer Camps
WildArt summer camps provide immersive art experiences for children aged 6-15 with daily projects in painting, sculpture, and collaborative works. Campers learn from experienced instructors in a safe, nurturing environment that encourages creative expression. Programs include themed weeks and age-specific sessions to match developmental needs and artistic interests.
Private Events
We host private creative events for birthdays, bridal showers, and corporate gatherings with customizable art activities. Our two event spaces accommodate groups of 18-25 guests with flexible scheduling options. Events include materials, instruction, and space for celebrations with snacks and themed decorations.
Fine Art Gallery
The gallery showcases original works by Covington artists including paintings, jewelry, photography, and woodcrafts. All pieces represent local talent with unique stories and artistic perspectives. The rotating inventory ensures fresh selections while supporting regional creators through direct sales and community exposure.
Historical Tours
We offer Friday and Saturday night historical ghost tours exploring Covington's square with themed storytelling experiences. The HELLO Covington Tour educates school groups about local businesses through behind-the-scenes visits. Both programs combine entertainment with educational insights about the area's cultural heritage.
People
Ann Wildmon
Camp Director
Professional artist since 1986 with extensive experience in film, TV, theater, and corporate design. Develops innovative art projects for camps using diverse mediums. Brings 30+ years of creative industry expertise to WildArt programming.
Questions
What art classes are available for adults?
We offer painting, drawing, and mixed media classes for adults with sessions on weekday afternoons and Wednesday evenings.
Do you have art camps for different age groups?
Our summer camps serve ages 6-15 with separate teen sessions for ages 11-18 featuring advanced projects.
Can I rent space for private events?
We have two party rooms accommodating 18-25 guests with flexible booking options for birthdays and celebrations.
Are art supplies included in class fees?
All necessary materials are provided for classes, workshops, and camp sessions at no additional cost.
What safety requirements exist for campers?
Campers must wear closed-toe shoes for protection from art materials and bring water bottles to all sessions.
Do you offer family discounts for multiple registrations?
We provide a 10% discount for second camp registrations from the same family, applied on the first day.
Reviews (5)
Ebony Smith
Dec 11, 2021
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Ms. Ann was AH-MAZING! Had a family girls night out and had such a fun time. The group was a mixture of 1st time painters and ppl who have done this a time or too and everyone's painting came out perfect. Definitely going back
Cathy Anderson
Nov 16, 2021
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Id like to thank Wildarts for such a great time at my painting party Tuesday night. It was a BLAST!! Everyone enjoyed it, We will definitely do it again! Thanks again
Great place!
Great place!
Renee Decuir
Jun 07, 2020
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Always a blast! I've been on three separate occasions and it is always fun. Bring your bottle and your music!
Heather Banks
Oct 27, 2019
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Nice place needs to have set price for painting, 20.00 for kids and 25.00 for adults. Eventually they will need a bigger building, needs to hire a few more to have extra help. Otherwise kids had a blast.
Ash D.
Oct 15, 2019
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I had an amazing time here. The ladies were both very welcoming and helpful. I would definitely love to come back if we are in the area.
