May 15 - June 19: 6-8 pm
Learn to Paint Blossoming Trees
Discover the beauty of nature through art in this 6-week course focused on painting blossoming trees. Under the expert guidance of instructor Arnold Lopes, you’ll create three original paintings while learning techniques in composition, color blending, and brushwork.
All supplies are included, and the course is open to all skill levels.
Cost: $120 for the full course
Class Size: Limited to 8 students for personalized instruction
Reserve your spot today and let your creativity bloom!
May 15 - June 19 1-3 pm
Awakening the Artist: Beginning Drawing Techniques
Explore the fundamentals of drawing in this introductory course taught by experienced instructor Arnold Lopes. You'll learn how to use a variety of drawing pencils while developing essential skills in contour line, shading techniques, and depth perspective, as well as expression.
All supplies are included, and the course is open to all skill levels.
Cost: $120 for the full course
Class Size: Limited to 10 students for personalized instruction
Face It: Portrait Drawing in Charcoal
Beginning May 12 - June 16
Cost $120 for the course
Unlock the art of portrait drawing in this dynamic charcoal class led by Arnold Lopes. Face It is designed for all skill levels, using simplified methods to help everyone achieve success.
Learn to capture facial features and expressions with confidence as you explore a variety of charcoal techniques tailored specifically for portraiture.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this class will guide you step-by-step in creating expressive and realistic charcoal portraits.
All supplies included.
🎨 Gelli Jam: A Playful Printing Workshop for BAC Members 🎨
May 17: 10-12
Get ready to roll, press, and play at Gelli Jam—a hands-on workshop exclusively for BAC members! Explore the endless possibilities of gelli plate printing using acrylic paint, stencils, found objects, and more.
No experience needed—just bring your creativity and a willingness to experiment! Whether you're new to gelli printing or looking to try fresh techniques, this jam session is all about fun, freedom, and artistic discovery.
Come make a colorful mess and leave with unique prints and plenty of inspiration!
All Supplies included.
Limit: 15 Space is limited so Make your reservation today!
🌸 Art Café: May in Bloom 🌸
May 24: 6-8
Celebrate the beauty of spring flowers at Art Café: May in Bloom—a vibrant, hands-on social event for art lovers and creative spirits!
Enjoy a relaxed café-style atmosphere with art and craft activity stations, tasty treats and specialty drinks by KENZY'S CAKES, and great company. What’s on the menu? Browse our creative offerings and make your selections, including:
🎨 Printed Tote Bags
🎨 Exquisite Corpse Collaborative Drawings
🎨 Watercolor Cards
🎨 Flower Transfers
🎨 Abstract Flowers
...and more!
Let your imagination bloom while you create, connect, and celebrate the season.
Cost: $15 with pre-registration suggested | $20 at the door -1 treat and drink included in admission price!
All materials included. All skill levels welcome!
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