BAA's 67th Annual Art Show & Sale:
Virtual Art Show 2020

20 winning entries will be displayed at Price Tower Gallery
Sept 14 – 30, 2020

All entries will be available online through Dec. 31, 2020.

Thank you to all the artists, Show Judge Lian Quan Zhen,
Price Tower and all our sponsors, and our volunteers!

Call for Artists: Library Show in October

The BAA October Art Show, hosted by the Bartlesville Public Library, will accept members’ artwork for display on Thursday, October 1 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the foyer of the library.

The art pieces will be displayed inside the glassed-in case in the foyer area. Members may show up to 2 pieces, 2-dimensional and/or 3-dimensional, and must email Patti Kerr by the deadline, Saturday September 26 at plkerr339@gmail.com if planning to participate.

Please include

1) contact information,

2) how many pieces you will enter

3) the approximate sizes, and

4) the media used.

Two-dimensional work must be matted; framing is preferred, but optional.

There is no cost.

Because of restricted display space, please limit the size of two-dimensional entries to 30” x 40”. Three-dimensional works must fit inside the glass shelving with space to allow for other artworks.

ALL works must have contact information on the back! The library does not allow us to advertise a price and will not handle money, so this is simply a display opportunity. However… we will post a sign with our logo and email address if anyone is interested in purchasing art. Art will be picked up on Saturday October 31 at the same time.

Cold Wax and Oil with Lori Roll

Explore this vibrant and popular form of painting with oil pigments and cold wax medium.

Saturday Oct 3

10 am – 4 pm

click to learn more

Beginning Jewelry Making

With Livi Diaz

Thursdays, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29
$35 per session

What's New at BAA:

Masks mandatory: Due to the Covid 19 pandemic that has altered our social interactions, the board has mandated that masks or face shields will be worn by everyone in the Art Center. If you forget yours, we will have masks on site for a nominal amount to cover the cost. Hand sanitizers will be readily available. Attendees are asked to bring their own drinks and snacks.

The board of the BAA want to ensure a safe and healthy experience for all our members. Many of us are of that vulnerable age or have underlying health conditions. We all have missed our friends and social connections. Let’s enjoy reconnecting with each other while being careful, respectful of social distancing and wearing a mask.

Kathy Barham Rib Basket class has been delayed to Spring 2021

Library Display help needed: We have reserved the library display space in their foyer for October 2020. We need volunteers to install art on Oct. 1 and removed on Oct. 31 from 11a.m. till 2 p.m. on both days. If you are willing to organize this exhibit, or help with art installation, please email bartlesvileartassociation@gmail.com.

Jazz on the Plazz: From Dedra Morgan with Price Tower: BAA, along with Price Tower and Bartlesville Community Center, are hosting “Jazz on the Plazz” Sunday, September 27th from 5 to 7. An open air concert, imagine small groups of citizens strolling around Unity Square listening to Jermaine Mondaine Jazz Ensemble, purchasing beverages and charcuterie boxes from Price Tower Plaza cafe, and viewing artists (masked) scattered on grounds painting, sketching, creating plein air art. BAA is looking for a few artists willing to set up and “do their thing” from 5 to 7 that evening. PT and BCC have stated they would be happy to hang and possibly sell any work that was later finished. If you are interested, please email Dedra at dlm2nd@gmail.com and she will put you on a list for contact closer to event.

Schmoldt Champion of BAA Award nominees: It is time to choose an outstanding member who has served the BAA faithfully with time, money, and talent. Please email the member’s name and reasons for your nomination to the BAA. This award is given annually in December.

BAA Library Nook: The Art Center has a whole new, bright shiny look! During the hiatus, Janet Odden spent hours drawing the layout and created an organized Center. As a result, a cozy library space was created. Patti assisted by Amy Jenkins, Karen Michno, Ashely Droigk, Janet Odden and Mary Anderson all worked together to create the space. There are new bookshelves and decoupaged tables and a bookcase. Books were organized and new DVDs have been purchased. There are some books and magazines by the front door that are give aways. Come by and check it out.

New Dates Fall 2020 "ART 101" Classes

Every member of BAA gets one free “Art 101” class with membership. These are taught by volunteers.

Beginning Oils 101 with Anne Spoon

Sept. 24 Thursday 6 – 8 pm

Beginning Acrylics 101 with Ashley Droigk
Sept. 25 Fri. 1-3 pm

Dollar Store Decor 101 with Marie Ham
Sept. 26, Sat. 10 – 12pm

Beginning Watercolor 101 with Amy Jenkins
Oct. 10 Saturday 1-4 pm

For more info visit Art 101 page or email bartlesvilleartassociation@gmail.com to register

Larry Waid Sculpture

Larry will be resuming his sculpture class on the 3rd Saturday of each month. 10 am – 3 pm.

Members $10., nonmembers $15, Students $5

Email Larry at waid8337@att.net for more info.

Wednesday Plein Air Group

Wednesday Open Studios morphed into a plein air group that has been meeting on Wednesday mornings to paint and draw at a comfortable distance from each other. If you are interested in the plein air group, contact Meg Bennett at hogshootermeg@gmail.com.

Rib Basket Made with Reed taught by Kathy Barham

Learn to make a rib basket made with reed, with accomplished basketmaker Kathy Barham. Kathy chose the rib basket with handle because the hard part is at the beginning and easy part is at the end.

This class has been delayed to Spring 2021

Art Center "Face Lift"

Board member Janet Odden has spent many hours planning a more efficient footprint for the Art Center. A contractor was hired to divide the kitchen space with half now serving as a small office. She writes ”Lots of things are happening at the art center even though we have been closed much of the summer. We have given the art center a face lift, starting with a new floor. The classrooms have been reorganized with more efficient access, better lighting, more storage and fresh paint. We’ve moved the office and rearranged the library and kitchen. We think you will love how open and bright our space is now. Once everything is in place you are going to want to see it and then sign up for a class this fall.”