In 2025, artists Shah Hadjebi, Marti Koehler, MariaPia Malerba, and Wilson McCray worked on a collaborative drawing inspired by Sanibel’s designation as a sanctuary island. Created over the course of three months, the 6-foot by 125-foot mural became a powerful expression of four distinct artistic voices united by a shared connection to nature. The completed […]
Reynier LlanesThis exhibition, curated by Patricia Diaz, presents 13 Cuban artists who no longer live and create in Cuba, each with a distinct migration story that has shaped their artistic practice and for whom the dialogue with identity remains central to their work. Although Cuba is a small island in the Caribbean, it has made […]
Mondays, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 2027from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM6-class session fee: $295 / $236 annual donorsStudent supply fee: $65 purchased as needed through the box office. Includes a 20lb. bag of clay, glaze used and kiln firing.During this 6-week course, beginning students will learn the basics of throwing clay […]
Mondays, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 2027& Tuesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 2027from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PMStudents can register for either Monday or Tuesday6-week class fee: $295/$236 annual donorsSupply fee: $65 includes a 20 lb. bag of clay – glaze, and kiln firing. Purchased as needed through […]
Tuesdays, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 2027from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM6-week class fee: $295 / $236 donorsSupply fee: $65 a 20 lb. bag of clay, glaze used and firing of artwork.Purchased as needed through the box office.If you’re comfortable with the basics of throwing and eager to learn more advanced techniques, […]
Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28, 2027from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM4-session class fee: $190 / $152 annual donorsBeginning Student Kit $125This 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.Petra […]
Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 2027from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM6-week class fee: $295 / $236 annual donorsSupply fee: $65 includes a 20- lb. bag of clay – glaze, and kiln firing. Purchased as needed through the box officeDiscover the timeless art of pottery through hand-building!This beginner-friendly class is perfect for […]
Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 2027 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM6-week class fee: $295 / $236 donorsSupply fee: $65 20 lb. bag of clay, glaze, and firing artwork.Purchased as needed through the box office.Prerequisite: Participants must have taken Beginner and Intermediate Pottery Wheel classes in advance of this class -or- […]
Thursdays, April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2027from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM6-class session fee: $295 / $236 annual donorsStudent supply fee: $65 is purchased as needed through the box office. Includes a 20lb. bag of clay, glaze used and firing artwork.“Ready to get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing?”Step away from […]
Thursdays, April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2027from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM6-week class fee: $295 / $236 donorsSupply fee: $65 per 20 lb. bag of clay,glaze used, and firing artwork. Purchased as needed through the box office.Have you always wanted to learn the basics of throwing clay on the pottery wheel? Join […]
Fridays, April 9, 16, 23, 30, & May 7, 2027from 9:30am to 12:30pm1-day fee: $25 each FridayAvailable to currently registered students only.Open studio offers students extra time outside of class to continue and complete their artwork.The studio time cannot be used for production work, defined as high-volume production; creating multiple pieces outside of class projects […]
Artwork Credit: Christine ReichowThis annual exhibit celebrates the talented artist-instructors who lead BIG ARTS Adult Workshops and Classes, showcasing the creativity, skill, and passion these artists share with students throughout the season.Artist Reception: Friday, May 7, 5PM