JAS 20

BAC Annual Juried Art Anniversary Show

Digital Submissions Due: May 30, @ 11:59pm

Celebrate two decades of artistic brilliance at the JAS20 - 20th Annual Juried Art Show! We invite talented artists from around the world to submit their finest works and be part of this milestone event. This is your opportunity to showcase your creativity, vision, and craftsmanship to a diverse and appreciative audience.

Stay tuned for more JAS anniversary celebration info!

$1000 in prizes will be awarded

Click here to learn more about all BAC classes & to register

Watercolor Painting Workshop

Instructor: Susanna Anastasia

Dates:Thursdays: May 9,16,23,30

?Time: 11:30pm - 1:30 pm

A guaranteed painting with each class!

Students will explore the mechanics of this medium along with the properties of paint, paper and water.

You will be proud of the results.

All Levels welcome.

Bead Dazzle Crystal Bangle

Instructor:? Jean Suleski

Date: Saturday May 11

Time:? 11:00- 2:00pm

Learn how to make this beautiful bangle style bracelet using Swarovski crystals, 2- hole Super Duos, and seed beads. This project is perfect for a beginner, as well as an intermediate student, and a great way to learn bead weaving!

Kids Art Class

May 7, 14, 21, 28 and June 4, 11

For First and Second Graders

Instructor: Kelcie Mack

Date:? Tuesdays May 7, 14, 21, 28 and June 4, 11

?Time: 3:30 - 4:30pm

Cost: $210 for 6 sessions

Events

Saturday, May 11

"Bigger Name"

8:00 pm

$20.00

Belmar Arts is thrilled to announce an upcoming comedy show featuring the hilarious Jim Maywalt. This highly anticipated event promises an evening of laughter and entertainment that you won't want to miss. Due to overwhelming demand, all previous shows have sold out quickly. Be sure to secure your tickets early to guarantee your spot at this must-see performance. Join us for a night full of laughter and fun!

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'All Your Favorite Bands’

Tribute Concert Series

- Featuring -

Kevin Spyker & Friends

Live @ Belmar Arts Center

7-10pm - Every 3rd Saturday

Beginning May 18th

$10 Advance / $15 @ Door

In the spirit of collaboration and appreciation for musical brilliance, we bring you our monthly concert series - pairing tunes from legendary masters of rock, along with some unsung heroes following in their footsteps. Settle in for an intimate vibe akin to MTV Unplugged, Storytellers and Behind the Music, as singer/guitarist Kevin Spyker performs timeless hits and hidden gems, accompanied by an array of instrumentalists from the Belmar Arts music collective.   

Reserve your seats soon for our series launch on May 18th - highlighting the music of rock icon Tom Petty, with an opening set honoring the up-and-coming band known as Dawes...

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Shared Interest Groups

Plein Air Interest Group

We’ll share the joys and challenges of creating art from life in the direct sunlight. Everyone is invited to participate.

Pack your art gear along with a snack and plan to stay for a Plein Air Artist Chat at 12:30 in the Park.

All artist mediums, experience and genres are welcome – Watercolors, Acrylics, Pastels, Oils, Charcoal, Pencil.

Tues May 14, 4pm – Sunset at Wreck Pond, 2nd Ave, Spring Lake, parking on 2nd Ave

 Tues May 21, 10am - Jakes Branch County Park, 1100 Double Trouble Rd, Beachwood, near nature center

RSVP to Sandy Binger

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OPEN ART STUDIO SESSION

Dates:

Wednesday's

May 1 ,8, 15

June 5, 2 ,19 ,26  

July 3, 10 ,17, 24, 31

Time: 1 to 4 pm

Come and work on your own projects in the company of other art enthusiasts. You will need to bring your own materials. Acrylic paints, brushes, drawing materials, colored pencils, pastels,digital cameras, watercolors, and other mixed media collage materials are all welcome in this open studio space. This is your time to experiment and to create your own art projects. You may work in any size in your sketchbook on board, canvas or paper….your choice.

Due to the success of our afternoon open studio we have added an evening open studio.

NIGHT OPEN ART STUDIO SESSION

Dates:

Every other Thursday

Starting June 6

June 6, 20

July 11, 25

August 8, 22

Time: 6 to 8 pm

Meets Weekly at the BAC on Tuesday nights 7:00pm - 10:00pm

This open mic is designed for collaborators and experimentalist's alike, to try new things, and be open to different possibilities.

Mixed Media Makers

Friday

May 31st

1:00 - 2:30

We will be exploring Polymer Clay. Please bring something for Show and Tell and something to share for the Swap Table.

RSVP to Sheila Kramer

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Call for Art Educators
We invite all passionate art teachers to schedule their art classes and workshops now to get on the calendar of events!

We are now accepting art class and workshop date requests for the upcoming year. Whether you're a seasoned art instructor or a teacher looking to incorporate more creative elements, we invite you to use our space to share your talent with others.

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