Inspired by nature, Asian art and meditation, the artist’s intention is to give the viewers an opportunity to cultivate a feeling of safety, lovingkindness, and peace. In the Artist Talk, Beth will share how Tibetan, Zen and western meditation influenced her process for "Metta Poem Paintings". ARTIST RECEPTION: February 2 | 5:00p.m. - 7:00p.m. ARTIST […]
An exhibition of drawings, paintings, and sculptures of local wildlife. Sculptures sited outdoors on BIG ARTS grounds will emerge from the surrounding vegetation and offer a fleeting glimpse of fascinating wildlife creatures. Wendy Klemperer’s work is often described as three-dimensional drawing; and she uses the limitless character of line to evoke motion and emotion. The […]
(2021) France, 106 min | Drama Based on French journalist Florence Aubenas's bestselling non-fiction work Le Quai de Ouistreham, investigating rising precarity in French society through her experiences in the northern port city of Caen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdPnov8PVhc
A place for inspiration! Artists generate ideas, but they need space and time to develop these ideas, and for visual artists, it all comes together in the studio. Join in during Open Studio on the first Tuesday of each month. Use this time to work on your individual art projects while interacting with other artists. […]
Glass fusing, also called kiln‐formed glass, offers an outlet for creativity for those who are artistically blessed, as well as those who are artistically challenged. As Petra always says, "Glass is difficult to mess up." You will be able to create anything from functional to expressive, from jewelry to sculpture, from tableware to wall art. […]
This class is for those new to watercolors or at an intermediate level who are interested in improving current skills. Sunny will introduce you to the wide assortment of watercolor supplies. You’ll learn how to mix your colors through a variety of painting exercises, add interesting texture, and be inspired to create more freely. Basic […]
Silk painting is the application of dyes directly onto silk fabric. The colors are quite often bright, vibrant, and translucent, creating a one-of-a-kind piece. Students will be inspired as Deborah demonstrates an exciting array of techniques with cloth designs observing nature. You will hand-paint your very own original art on “crepe de Chine’ silk fabric--canvas that […]
Join the Community Chorus for the annual spring performance in the stunning BIG ARTS Christensen Performance Hall.
SPONSORED BY: Tom and Linda Uhler Previously recognized as “Jazz Vocalist of the Year” at the BBC Jazz Awards, GRAMMY-nominated singer, Stacey Kent, has ventured beyond the Great American Songbook to develop a highly distinctive and personal repertoire, including songs written for her by Jim Tomlinson with various lyricists, Nobel Prize-winning author Kazuo Ishiguro among them. Her […]
(2023) PG-13, 105 min | Drama, History, WarThe commandant of Auschwitz, Rudolf Höss, and his wife Hedwig, strive to build a dream life for their family in a house and garden next to the camp.4 Academy Award Nominations:Best PictureBest International FilmBest Director, Jonathan GlazerBest Adapted Screenplay, Jonathan GlazerBest Sound, Tarn Willers and Johnnie Burnhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GFNtVaAuVYY
This class welcomes artists of all levels, from beginners eager to explore their artistic abilities to experienced artists seeking to embrace a playful and whimsical artistic approach where they will learn the basics of sculpting with masking tape. Jeff’s teaching style is relaxed and conversational, and the class is limited to only six students for […]
Join mixed-media artist Tammy DeCaro in this fun and creative fluid art series. The April session will focus on the pouring with gadgets, fluid art technique. These mini-workshops will include mixing paints, choosing pouring mediums, and how to choose colors and layer them to produce different fluid art effects. Supply list: Wear comfortable clothes. Bring […]
SOLD OUT!An amazing, free community gathering complete with “make and take” art experiences, food, beverages, an exciting magic show and circus performers! 3:00p.m. - Christensen Performance HallThe Great DuBois: Masters of Variety.A fast-paced, high energy circus show for all ages…showcasing incredible feats of juggling, hula hoops, unicycle, aerial, circus stunts, contortion, magic and audience interaction all […]
(2023) France, PG-13, 135 min | Drama, History, Romance The story of Eugenie, an esteemed cook, and Dodin, the gourmet she has been working for over the last 20 years. Growing fonder of one another, their bond turns into a romance and gives rise to delicious dishes that impress even the world's most illustrious chefs. […]
Join us for this 2-hour mixer and create your very own Van Gogh Pelican under Sissi’s instruction. Journey into a mix of abstraction and realism, a hint of childlike joy, and a harmonious play of bright colors with a sneaky dash of warmth and heartfelt simplicity. Wine is provided by BIG ARTS. Supply list: Students […]
(2023) France, 107 min | DocumentaryBetween light and darkness stands Olfa, a Tunisian woman and the mother of four daughters. One day, her two older daughters disappear. Filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania invites professional actresses to fill in their absence.Academy Award Nominated:Best Documentary Feature Filmhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUsu78a5phM
Join us on May 3 for the opening reception for our Inaugural Artists Collective featuring BIG ARTS instructors exhibiting an eclectic body of work that includes a wide range of mediums. We are thrilled to feature the depth and breadth of the work our artists/instructors bring to BIG ARTS. Explore their creative expertise through this […]
(1968) G, 149 min | Adventure, Sci-Fi After uncovering a mysterious artifact buried beneath the Lunar surface, a spacecraft is sent to Jupiter to find its origins: a spacecraft manned by two men and the supercomputer HAL 9000. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oR_e9y-bka0
The collaboration between Hope Healthcare’s Hospice program and Lee Health shares the vision of healing through art. The expressive arts, in all forms, strive to provide hope and healing through the creative process. This exhibit shares the journey of each artist during bereavement, grief, illness, depression, physical and emotional challenges, rehabilitation and recovery. We hope […]