WilleyWorld Community Productions

Community/Professional Theatre in Starved Rock Country

Walt Willey and Kim “Howard” Johnson are the driving force of the Community Productions arm of WilleyWorld, Inc. Along with advisor Mary (Fennessey) Morgan, these three bring to the table a wealth of professional credits in the areas of education, performance, writing, art and marketing and with other area professionals will offer a range of study and development opportunities within the mentorship program.

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 07/21/2024

Hey Folks...
As I'm getting ready to add to my "Dog Days of Summer" collection, I was reviewing some past pet portraits. Have a look!
If you like what you see, just head over to my Etsy shop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and take a look around! Portraits of PEOPLE, PETS, AND PEOPLE WITH THEIR PETS! Thanks!

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 07/20/2024

Hey Folks...
Here are a couple items in my shop that I don't mention much: my "Who Can Know the Mind of a Cat? POSTER (to benefit the ASPCA), my comedy T-shirt (a COLLECTOR'S ITEM!), and my lovely - and extremely talented - wife Sarah's country CD (it's FANTASTIC - seriously!)
Just go to www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and take a look around! Thanks!

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 07/16/2024

Hey Folks...
I'm ba-a-a-ack! Took a bit of time to do some traveling, paint a few commissions, fight a really crappy summer cold, rescue a kitten...
AND begin to add to my "Dog Days of Summer Collection" of watercolor paintings! You may remember this very popular collection from last year. While there are a few left from last year (SEE BELOW), I will be adding to this collection very soon. Got a favorite breed? Let me know!
Just go to www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and click on "Dog Days of Summer" under SECTIONS! Thanks!

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 05/30/2024

Hey Folks! I do hope everyone had a fun and safe holiday weekend!
I spent mine doing my "Illinois-centric" edition of my "Wild Bill!" one-man show to celebrate Hickok's birthday near his hometown - and mine - Mendota, IL - and had a blast doing it!
Thanks to the Mendota Museum & Historical Society, Executive Director Alex Rezvan, President Bryon Walters, and those wonderful volunteers who made it so much fun: Barb Wieman, Janis Shirey, Dan Baxter, Chris Stamberger, Michelle Wade, Greta Bates, Karyn Bock, Ruth Meinhart!
And thanks to all of you who were in attendance! We had a darn good time!

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 05/21/2024

Check out my "Doing with Dad" Father's Day collection of silhouette-style watercolors!
Each painting comes with a personal story and letter explaining the creation of the painting, an inscribed, autographed 8x10 - and FREE SHIPPING!
I did these as silhouettes to allow YOU to see yourself, your experience, your MEMORIES in the painting!
Just go to www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and click on "Doing with Dad" under SECTIONS!

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 05/21/2024

Join me for a SPECIAL EDITION of my one-man show, called "WILD BILL! MY TIME IN ILLINOIS," in celebration of Hickok's birthday, on Saturday, MAY 25/Sunday, MAY 26, 11-4PM (performances at 12, 1:30 and 3PM).
AND IT'S FREE! Let me say that again: IT'S FREE!
Whether you're a "Wild West" (or maybe AMC!) fan or not - you will find this presentation fascinating!

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 05/18/2024

Hey Pardners!
I'll be PREMIERING a SPECIAL EDITION of my one-man show, called "WILD BILL! MY TIME IN ILLINOIS," in celebration of Hickok's 187th birthday, on Saturday, MAY 25 and Sunday, MAY 26, 11-4PM (performances at 12, 1:30 and 3PM).
AND IT'S FREE! Did you hear that? FREE!
I've been playing Hickok, either on stage or TV for a dozen years or so and I truly believe that - whether you're a "Wild West" fan or not - you will find this presentation fascinating!
Here are a couple shots of me as Hickok as a cavalry scout.

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 05/17/2024

Hey Folks! Well, we got Mom taken care of - Dad's turn!
Check out my "Doing with Dad" Father's Day collection of silhouette-style watercolors!
Each painting comes with a personal story and letter explaining the creation of the painting, an inscribed, autographed 8x10 - and FREE SHIPPING!
I did these as silhouettes to allow YOU to see yourself, your experience, your MEMORIES in the painting!
Just go to www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and click on "Doing with Dad" under SECTIONS.
Thanks to my past - and future - patrons!

05/17/2024

DID YOU KNOW...
that in Western films, meeting in the street to duel was because that's what Wild Bill Hickok did in his famous "showdown" with Davis Tutt?
That "shooting from the hip" entered our lexicon because that's how Hickok shot, never aiming down the barrel?
Likewise, "sitting with your back to the wall," which is what Hickok did - until he didn't!?
I'll be PREMIERING a SPECIAL EDITION of my one-man show, called "WILD BILL! MY TIME IN ILLINOIS," in celebration of Hickok's 187th birthday, on Saturday, MAY 25 and Sunday, MAY 26, 11-4PM (performances at 12, 1:30 and 3PM).
I've been playing Hickok, either on stage or TV (the series "Gunslingers," where I also served as co-writer and historical consultant) for a dozen years or so and I truly believe that - whether you're a "Wild West" fan or not - you will find this presentation fascinating!

WaltWilleyWorkshop - Etsy 05/12/2024

Happy Mother's Day to one and all!
And thanks again for your marvelous support of my "Flowers for Mom" Collection of watercolors!

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05/11/2024

Hey Folks! Strappin' on my six-guns again!
I'll be PREMIERING a SPECIAL EDITION of my one-man show, "Wild Bill! An Evening with James Butler Hickok" called "WILD BILL! MY TIME IN ILLINOIS," in celebration of Hickok's 187th birthday, on Saturday, MAY 25 and Sunday, MAY 26, 11-4PM (performances at 12, 1:30 and 4PM).
I've been playing Hickok, either on stage or TV (the series "Gunslingers," where I also served as co-writer and historical consultant) for a dozen years or so and I truly believe that - whether you're a "Wild West" fan or not - you will find this presentation fascinating!

WaltWilleyWorkshop - Etsy 05/07/2024

Wow! I can't thank you all enough for your response to my "Flowers for Mom" Collection of watercolors in celebration of Mother's Day!
I so enjoy my life; getting up early and painting till noon, having a nice long walk, a bite, and my before-bed nap.
But the best part is being able to make art everyday - painting these for you!
Thanks to all my patrons - past and future!

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WaltWilleyWorkshop - Etsy 05/01/2024

My "Flowers for Mom" Collection of watercolors for Mother's Day is ON SALE! These sold out quickly last year so DON'T DELAY!
I am very proud of this collection! Some of the MOST PAINSTAKINGLY DETAILED work I've ever done!
So send your Mom (or yourself!) flowers for Mother's Day that will never wilt, wither or die! FREE SHIPPING! Autographed pic and letter about YOUR painting included!
Just go to www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and click on "Flowers for Mom" under COLLECTIONS.
Thanks to my past - and future - patrons!

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Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 04/26/2024

It's Friday and time for another preview of my "Flowers for Mom" Collection of watercolors for Mother's Day!
This collection will go on sale May 1 at 10AM CT, just FIVE DAYS from now!
In the meantime, check out my shop at: www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop
Here are a few more paintings from this collection...

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 04/20/2024

Wow! Thanks so much for your incredible response to my "Flowers for Mom" Collection of watercolors for Mother's Day!
This collection will go on sale May 1 at 10AM CT.
In the meantime, check out my shop at: www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop
Here are a couple paintings from this collection...

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 04/19/2024

Hey Folks! It's Friday and time to preview more of my "Flowers for Mom" Collection of watercolors for Mother's Day!
This collection will go on sale May 1 at 10AM CT.
In the meantime, check out my shop at: www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop
Here are a couple more of the paintings...

WaltWilleyWorkshop - Etsy 04/14/2024

Just a word on my upcoming release (May 1) of the "Flowers for Mom" Collection of watercolor paintings that I'll be previewing here on Fridays.
I've been painting seriously for just over three years or so, trying with every piece to learn and master new (to me) techniques, employ new approaches and - get better!
I am very proud of this collection. These pieces are the most intensely detailed paintings I've done to date.
So give your Mom flowers for her day - from the "Flowers for Mom" Collection!

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Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 04/12/2024

Hey Folks! With Mother's Day (May 12) just around the corner I thought it might be time to preview my "Flowers for Mom" Collection of watercolors for Mother's Day!
The collection will go on sale May 1 at 10AM CT
In the meantime, check out my shop at: www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop
Here are a couple of the paintings...

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 04/05/2024

Thanks again for your great reception and patronage of my Easter Collection of watercolors!
Check back here for a sneak preview of my "Flowers for Mom" Collection in celebration of Mother's Day!
Here are a couple of my recent commissions: Llewellyn Setter, "Mom" memorial portrait, and a portrait of a patron as a superhero!
Need a unique, personal gift? Consider a portrait from your photo!
www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 03/15/2024

Hey Folks! Just wanted to say "Thanks!" for the great reception you've given my EASTER '24 COLLECTION, NOW ON SALE!
And thanks to ALL of you for the fantastic support you've given my art career!
To celebrate the upcoming St Patrick's Day, here's a SALE on the remaining Easter Collection paintings! Use code EASTERSALE and take 10% OFF! Plus FREE SHIPPING in time for EASTER!
Just go to my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and SELECT "EASTER COLLECTION."
Thanks!

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 03/10/2024

Just wanted to say "Thanks!" for the great reception you've given my EASTER '24 COLLECTION, NOW ON SALE!
FREE SHIPPING in time for EASTER!
Just go to my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and SELECT "EASTER COLLECTION."
I want to thank ALL of you whom have been so very supportive of my art career! I APPRECIATE it so very much! Love you ALL!

WaltWilleyWorkshop - Etsy 03/08/2024

My EASTER '24 COLLECTION is NOW ON SALE!
FREE SHIPPING in time for EASTER!
Just go to my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and SELECT "EASTER COLLECTION."
I want to thank ALL of you whom have been so very supportive - as you have been for 40 years no matter what the arena - of my art career! I APPRECIATE it so very much! Love you ALL!

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Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 03/08/2024

TODAY'S THE DAY I release my EASTER '24 COLLECTION! And, as usual, there'll be blooms, and bunnies and biblical scenes!
FRIDAY, MARCH 8 at 10AM CT, the Easter Collection goes on sale! FREE SHIPPING in time for EASTER!
When the time comes, just go to my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and SELECT "EASTER COLLECTION."
Here are a couple examples

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 03/07/2024

SO EXCITED! ONE DAY until I release my EASTER '24 COLLECTION! And, as usual, there'll be blooms, and bunnies and biblical scenes!
FRIDAY, MARCH 8 at 10AM CT, the Easter Collection goes on sale! FREE SHIPPING in time for EASTER!
When the time comes, just go to my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and SELECT "EASTER COLLECTION."
Here are a couple examples

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 03/07/2024

Hey Folks! SO EXCITED! TWO DAYS until I release my EASTER '24 COLLECTION! And, as usual, there'll be blooms, and bunnies and biblical scenes!
FRIDAY, MARCH 8 at 10AM CT, the Easter Collection goes on sale! FREE SHIPPING in time for EASTER!
When the time comes, just go to my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and SELECT "EASTER COLLECTION."
Here are a couple examples

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 03/01/2024

Hey Folks! My EASTER '24 COLLECTION of watercolors available SOON! And, as usual, there'll be blooms, and bunnies and biblical scenes!
Here's my third PREVIEW! I'll do this every FRIDAY until FRIDAY, MARCH 8 when I'll post the last paintings and the Easter Collection goes on sale!
And in the meantime, check out my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 02/23/2024

Hey Folks! My EASTER '24 COLLECTION of watercolors available SOON! And, as usual, there'll be blooms, and bunnies and biblical scenes!
Here's my second PREVIEW! I'll do this every FRIDAY until FRIDAY, MARCH 8 when the Easter Collection goes on sale!
And in the meantime, check out my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop

Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 02/16/2024

Hey Folks! I'll have my EASTER '24 COLLECTION of watercolors available SOON! And, as usual, there'll be flowers, and bunnies and biblical scenes!
Here's my first PREVIEW! I'll do this every FRIDAY until FRIDAY, MARCH 8 when the Easter Collection goes on sale!
And in the meantime, check out my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop

WaltWilleyWorkshop - Etsy 02/10/2024

Hey Folks! I'll have my EASTER '24 COLLECTION of watercolors available SOON! And, as usual, there'll be flowers, and bunnies and biblical scenes!
I'll be giving some "previews" here - so check back! And in the meantime, check out my Walt Willey Workshop at www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop and have a wonderful Valentine's Day!

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Photos from WilleyWorld Community Productions's post 02/02/2024

Hey Folks! Happy Groundhogs Day!
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, I thought I'd run a sale (2/2 - 2/9) to celebrate so I took 15% OFF with FREE SHIPPING all my VALENTINE'S DAY ART!
Just go to my Etsy shop at: www.etsy.com/shop/WaltWilleyWorkshop , click on the VALENTINE"S DAY SECTION and pick your favorite!

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