There are so many ways you can engage
At BAGA, we have a small staff with a BIG TO-DO LIST! We want to spread our love and passion for the arts to everyone, but we can’t do it alone. Check out the many ways you can get involved and make a difference in your community.
TAKE A CLASS
Creative Connections – An Art Experience for Adults with Disabilities
Every Third Wednesday of the Month, 1pm-2:30pm
Class fee: $3
Supplies included.
Join us for Creative Connections, a monthly art program designed for adults with disabilities and their caregivers. Led by professional artists, each session offers hands-on creative experiences in painting, sculpture, mixed media, and more. With adaptive tools and inclusive teaching, every participant can explore their artistic voice while building friendships and confidence in a supportive setting. Caregivers are welcome to join in the fun, making this a shared experience of creativity and connection. Classes meet the third Wednesday of each month from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at BAGA.
Paint Sculpting with Linda Donlin (FULL)
Thursday, September 17, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Learn the basics of artist Linda Donlin’s signature technique, a method her fans have affectionately named “paint sculpting.” Using Linda’s recommended boutique paint, you’ll learn how to build texture and dimension by layering paint with a palette knife to achieve her distinctive style. And what better subject to explore this technique than Linda’s favorite—sunflowers!
Please bring gloves and a small palette knife. All other supplies will be provided.
Barn Quilt Painting with Karin Baker
Saturday, October 17, 9:00am-4:00pm
Supplies included
Join us for this popular and lively 7-hour class with guided instruction by Karin Baker. This is a beginner level class with all supplies provided. Take home your own masterpiece, ready to hang!
Spooky Halloween Glowing Watercolors with Kimberly Eslinger
Tuesday, October 27, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Make your Halloween watercolor paintings glow! All you need is a plan, patience, and creativity. Practice layering color to create a flowing effect inside and behind twisted trees, grinning jack-o’-lanterns, and crazy cats. Artist Kimberly Eslinger will take you through her process for creating lighting effects so that you can paint sunlit forest paths and glorious skies of your own. During this 2-hour workshop, we will cover:
- Choosing watercolor paper
- Building depth in layers
- Planning for light
- Adding and lifting pigment
- Bushes (can you really have too many?)
- Choosing watercolors
- General artist tips that make life easier (I am only referring to watercolor)
You are welcome to bring the following supplies to class:
- Cold-pressed 140lb paper
- No 8 or 4 round brush + a rigger
- Fine point ink marker pen (Optional)
- Any watercolors that you have access to
- Watercolor pallet
- Any stiff, waterproof board for taping your work down.
- Reference photos for inspiration
If you don’t have these supplies, don’t worry, Kim will bring extra; just let BAGA know.
There Be Dragonflies Watercolor Workshop with Kimberly Eslinger
Wednesday, November 11, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Capture the magic of dragonflies in watercolor. Artist Kimberly Eslinger will show you how to work with the “flow” to build the depth and transparency needed to make enchanting paintings. During this 2-hour workshop, we will cover:
- Choosing watercolor paper
- Building depth in layers
- Using Gouache and ink
- Adding and lifting pigment
- Bushes (can you really have too many?)
- Choosing watercolors
- General artist tips that make life easier (I am only referring to watercolor)
You are welcome to bring the following supplies to class:
- Cold-pressed 140lb paper
- No 8 and a 4 or 2 round + a rigger
- Fine point ink marker pen (Optional)
- Any watercolors that you have access to
- Watercolor pallet
- Any stiff, waterproof board for taping your work down.
If you don’t have these supplies, don’t worry, Kim will bring extra; just let BAGA know.
Accordion Sketchbook Workshop with Doreen Yantzer
Saturday, November 14, 10:00am-12:00pm
Supplies included
In this class you will learn how to make a watercolor Accordion Sketchbook with good watercolor paper and how to assemble the book. You will express yourself by creating an abstract design for both the front and back covers of the sketchbook using acrylic and mica inks, and a variety of mark making tools. The accordion sketchbook because the size can be flexible – one panel, a 2-3 page spread or a panorama. The sketchbook is the perfect size to take with you from room to room or on your travels.
