BAGA’s 13th Annual Square Foot Show
Stop in to see the 13th Annual Square Foot Exhibit featuring 130 works by 80 different artists from throughout the region and across the United States! Each artwork measures 12” X 12” and will be sold for $155. On exhibit are a variety of styles, mediums, subject matter and skill levels. Artists were invited to enter up to 2 pieces, in any media, on canvases furnished by BAGA to ensure all canvases are alike in size and depth. This popular exhibit eliminates the fear of pricing for artists, and not knowing how much you’ll pay for original art for collectors. This exhibit is open Tuesday, April 30th through Friday, May 24th.
The Artwork of Member Artist, Sandra Cofell
Sandra began painting with acrylics in 2013 when a friend asked her to participate in the BAGA Square Foot Show. Sandra’s prior painting experience was back in the 1980’s when she took classes and did some tole painting with oils. Since then, acrylics have become her favored painting medium. She recently started working with colored pencils when it’s not convenient to use paints.
Photography was Sandra’s medium of artistic expression for most of her life. Now, photos have become reference and inspiration for creating a painting. Traveling gives Sandra the opportunity to capture a large variety of scenes/subjects on her camera that can be added to her reference files. She also photographs some of the local creatures that visit her yard. In addition to using her own photographs Sandra sometimes uses an old snapshot from her family as reference.
While Sandra is still learning and trying to paint a variety of subjects she gravitates towards having birds, animals and other living creatures in her paintings.
Upcoming Exhibits
April 30-May 24: 13th Annual Square Foot Show
Member Artist – Sandra Cofell
Opening Reception Tuesday, April 30th, from 5 to 7 pm
SPONSOR: Paige Pederson
June 4-28: Heather Thomas Olson “Fever Dreams: Exploration in Oil”. Member Artist – Bobbie Lee.
Opening Reception Tuesday, June 4th, from 5 to 7 pm
SPONSORS: Wayne & Gen Metcalf, Pat & Al Hardy, Sally Storslee, Hal & Sheila Peterson
July 2-26: Doug Boyd and Jay Rich. Member Artist – Estella Boger.
Opening Reception Tuesday, July 2nd, from 5 to 7 pm
SPONSORS: Kay Link, Peter Wax & Sherry Niesar, Joan VonRueden, Carol Eaton
August 9-30: Art Quilt Exhibit with Capital Quilters
Opening Reception Friday, August 9th, from 5 to 7 pm
SPONSOR: Bro Halff
September 3-27: Nelda Schrupp & Denise Lajimodiere. Member Artist – Anthony Nelson.
Opening Reception Tuesday, September 3rd, from 5 to 7 pm
SPONSORS: Martha Holzer, Carol Retterath
October 8-31: Fall Art Show Autumn Artistry
Opening Reception Tuesday, October 8th, from 5 to 7 pm
SPONSORS: Robert & Susan Wefald
November 5-23: Jessica Wachter. Member Artist – Daniel Schumacher.
Opening Reception Friday, November 8th, from 5 to 7 pm
SPONSORS: Pete & Cathy Silbernagel, Joy Flynn
December 3-20: The Sound of Music Member Artists Show
Opening Reception Tuesday, December 3rd, from 5 to 7 pm
SPONSOR: Kirk and Linda Maize
View Past Exhibit Videos
- (Student Show April 9-26, 2024)
- (DeVries Feb 6-March 1, 2024)
- (Niewoehner Feb 6-March 1, 2024)
- (Lostritto March 5-22, 2024)
- (Bromley Sept 5-29, 2023)
- (Stromstad June 6-30, 2023)
- (Piehl, Pfliger, Krouse June 6-30, 2023)
- (Binstock Jan 31 – Feb 24, 2023)
- (Novak Jan 31-Feb 25, 2023)
- (Annunciation Monastery Jan 3-28, 2023)
- (Storslee Jan 3-28, 2023)
Apply to have your Art on Exhibit
If you’re interested in having an exhibit at Bismarck Art & Galleries Association, click the “Apply Now” button and fill out the form. We book exhibits 12 to 18 months in advance.