Bay City Arts Center
Upcoming Workshops
Family Art!
Sunday December 10th Drop in from 2 - 5pm Sunday, December 10th, drop in anytime from 2 - 5pm at BCAC for Family Art! Bring the whole family to create Tissue Paper Jar Lanterns. All materials are provided, but if you have a jar you’d love to make into a lantern, bring it for your project! There’s no fee to attend, however, donations are encouraged in order to allow BCAC to offer this and similar events. Attendees are welcome to drop in anytime between 2-5pm on Sunday, December 10th. Hosted by Dani Grutkoski and Nathalia Lemotte. |
Open Art Night
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Past Workshops
Day-Time Open Art
Every Other Thursday 9/28, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9 from 11am - 1pm As rainy days are just ahead of us, what better way to spend a couple hours than ‘arting’ amongst friends at the Bay City Arts Center every other Thursday from 11am - 1pm.. No experience necessary. Any media at any skill level. Just bring your art supplies and let your creativity flow. There is no fee for open art although donations are much appreciated for the continuation of future art events. Drop-ins welcome! Day-time Open Art is hosted by Nicola Meeks, artist and Bay City resident. Message Nicola with any questions on Facebook @nicolameeksart (9/28, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9) |

Fall Batik Workshop
Saturday November 18th
from 9am-4pm
REGISTER by emailing shawnjackson4525@gmail.com
Saturday November 18th from 9am to 4pm, join us for another of our popular Batik fabric-dying workshops with instructors on hand to help you get started or finish a work-in-progress. There are 8 spots available, pre-registration is required. The cost of the workshop is $30. Email Shawn Jackson at shawnjackson4525@gmail.com to register.
Discovery in Stone
October 21st & 22nd
from 10am - 4pm
October 21 & 22 from 10am- 4pm, join us for our Discovery in Stone. Our workshop allows participants, with no experience needed, to learn the ancient practice of hand carving stone. Tuition is by donation, drop-ins welcome, instructors on hand, and all materials are provided! Please plan to bring your own lunch or visit a local place. If the weather is nice, we'll tap-tap-tap the days away outside - otherwise we'll move onto the porches or into the art room. Share with a friend - it's such a unique experience that's both meditative and revealing. Get to know a stone and discover what it has to show to you! Tuition is by donation. For more information, call Charlie at 503-842-7013.
October 21st & 22nd
from 10am - 4pm
October 21 & 22 from 10am- 4pm, join us for our Discovery in Stone. Our workshop allows participants, with no experience needed, to learn the ancient practice of hand carving stone. Tuition is by donation, drop-ins welcome, instructors on hand, and all materials are provided! Please plan to bring your own lunch or visit a local place. If the weather is nice, we'll tap-tap-tap the days away outside - otherwise we'll move onto the porches or into the art room. Share with a friend - it's such a unique experience that's both meditative and revealing. Get to know a stone and discover what it has to show to you! Tuition is by donation. For more information, call Charlie at 503-842-7013.
Oil Painting
Thursdays 5pm-8pm
Beginning May 11th
Tuition $50/class
$40 subsidized rate
$60 fund-a-friend
REGISTER calling 541-505-4548, going to buildingsides.com, or by using the QR code on the poster
Join us for our Oil Painting Workshop series $50/class ($40 subsidized rate, $60 fund a friend)! Drop-ins are welcome. This workshop is led by instructor Russell Strand, a talented and enthusiastic oil painter. This beginner-focused weekly workshop will provide individuals of all backgrounds the confidence and skills to create fine works on art using oil on canvas. All materials are provided; all that's missing is YOU!
Thursdays 5pm-8pm
Beginning May 11th
Tuition $50/class
$40 subsidized rate
$60 fund-a-friend
REGISTER calling 541-505-4548, going to buildingsides.com, or by using the QR code on the poster
Join us for our Oil Painting Workshop series $50/class ($40 subsidized rate, $60 fund a friend)! Drop-ins are welcome. This workshop is led by instructor Russell Strand, a talented and enthusiastic oil painter. This beginner-focused weekly workshop will provide individuals of all backgrounds the confidence and skills to create fine works on art using oil on canvas. All materials are provided; all that's missing is YOU!
Summer Imrov & Theater for Adults
June 5th through 28th
Wednesday Nights
from 6pm-8pm
REGISTER by emailing lanessalong@gmail.com
Suggested Donation $10
Lanessa and Eliza are two best friends who met going to clown school in Frank. In this workshop, we will explore the silly, fun, and outrageous joy of being ridiculous. All levels/experiences welcome! This class is a suggestion donation of $10. Register by emailing lanessalong@gmail.com.
June 5th through 28th
Wednesday Nights
from 6pm-8pm
REGISTER by emailing lanessalong@gmail.com
Suggested Donation $10
Lanessa and Eliza are two best friends who met going to clown school in Frank. In this workshop, we will explore the silly, fun, and outrageous joy of being ridiculous. All levels/experiences welcome! This class is a suggestion donation of $10. Register by emailing lanessalong@gmail.com.
Personal Exploration through Collage
June 17th
from 10:30am - 12:30pm
REGISTER by contacting Jessica at https://www.voyagingheartcoaching.com/contact
Suggested Donation $15
Dive into self-exploration through collage with Jessica Schuller. Life is a journey of personal exploration, which often requires our curiosity. If you're contemplating something, entering a new chapter, challenged by an obstacle, or simply curious....this workshop is for you!! Collage is the perfect outlet for gaining clarity and understanding. Come join in and let's explore together!! Register through the Voyaging Heart Coaching contact page at https://www.voyagingheartcoaching.com/contact or by calling 503-577-1743.
Figure Drawing Workshop
Wednesday May 29th
from 6pm-8pm
REGISTER by emailing hope.montgomery04@gmail.com
Suggested Donation $20
Figure drawing is back at the Bay City Arts Center! This workshop is led by Hope Montgomery and is open to artists 18 and older. All levels of experience are welcome! There is a $20 suggested donation. Supplies are available. To register in advance, email hope.montgomery04@gmail.com
Wednesday May 29th
from 6pm-8pm
REGISTER by emailing hope.montgomery04@gmail.com
Suggested Donation $20
Figure drawing is back at the Bay City Arts Center! This workshop is led by Hope Montgomery and is open to artists 18 and older. All levels of experience are welcome! There is a $20 suggested donation. Supplies are available. To register in advance, email hope.montgomery04@gmail.com
2 Day Screen Printing Workshop
May 27th-28th
from 10am-2pm
REGISTER by emailing hello.mckenzielee@gmail.com
$50/tuition
$40/assisted tuition
$60/fund-a-friend
Come join us for a weekend of printmaking led by McKenzie Lee and Vinh Pham! McKenzie and Vinh will help you get from design to print over the course of the weekend. Attendance both days is required. Come with a design ready or in mind! Supplies and instruction will be provided. $50 tuition, $40 subsidized rate, and $60+ fund-a-friend rate. Register by emailing hello.mckenzielee@gmail.com
May 27th-28th
from 10am-2pm
REGISTER by emailing hello.mckenzielee@gmail.com
$50/tuition
$40/assisted tuition
$60/fund-a-friend
Come join us for a weekend of printmaking led by McKenzie Lee and Vinh Pham! McKenzie and Vinh will help you get from design to print over the course of the weekend. Attendance both days is required. Come with a design ready or in mind! Supplies and instruction will be provided. $50 tuition, $40 subsidized rate, and $60+ fund-a-friend rate. Register by emailing hello.mckenzielee@gmail.com
Mixed Media Painting
with Nicola Meeks
Saturday, May 20th
from 9am-4pm
REGISTER by emailing nicolameeks@gmail.com
$50/tuition
$40/assisted tuition
$60/fund-a-friend
In this class you'll work with a variety of materials to create layers, depth and mystery in your art. Nicola will demonstrate how to use the materials as we talk color and composition. Limited to 8 people per class to allow for one-on-one attention all offered at the Bay City Arts Center, in Bay City, Oregon. Registration fee includes all materials & tuition. Just bring yourself, a bite to eat & an apron!