A collaboration with the Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
Explore the rich history of Sanibel’s iconic lighthouse and its remarkable survival during Hurricane Ian in this compelling documentary by award-winning journalist Ken Sneeden.
Marie-Chloé Duval will be in the Mezzanine Gallery to talk about the opening of her exhibit Architecture of Human Ties.
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Closing reception for the Currents exhibit. Enjoy complimentary wine, beer and light bites while engaging with the artists.
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Mondays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
During this 6-week course, beginning students will learn the basics of throwing clay on the pottery wheel, learning how to wedge, center, and start on a path to making many different shapes.
Mondays, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, December 7, 2026 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Designed for students with basic hand-building experience, this class deepens your understanding of techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch construction.
2012, R, 115 min, Directed by Thomas Vinterberg; Starring: Mads Mikkelsen, Thomas Bo Larsen, Annika Wedderkopp
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Tuesdays, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
If you’re comfortable with the basics of throwing and eager to learn more advanced techniques, this class is for you! Students will explore methods for creating larger forms and lidded pieces and incorporating sculptural and surface techniques.
Tuesdays, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Hand-building for the intermediate to the advanced. We will explore more hand-building techniques and work on skills. We will further your understanding of techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch construction. We will focus on improving form, structure, and surface design while incorporating decorative elements like carving, stamping, and glazing.
Wednesdays, November 4, 11, 18, 2026 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
This class will combine beginning and advanced students. It will be a hands‐on learning experience offering an outlet for creativity for those who are artistically blessed, as well as those who are artistically challenged.
Wednesdays, November 4, 11, 18, 25, December 2, 9, 2026 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
“Ready to get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing?” Step away from the screen and into the soothing, tactile world of clay. Our handbuilding class is the perfect place to slow down, explore your imagination, and create something truly unique — no pottery wheel required!
Wednesdays, November 4, 11, 18, 25, December 2, 9, 2026 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Prerequisite: Participants must have taken Beginner and Intermediate Pottery Wheel classes in advance of this class -or- have significant pottery wheel experience prior to registering for this class.
BIG ARTS is proud to host the Sanibel Island Writers Conference.
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