Bartlesville Art Association

Located at 217 S. Comanche Ave. @ Frank Phillips Blvd. in the historic Comanche Center, Bartlesville, Oklahoma

Special thanks also to BAA members Julia Donaldson and Kathleen Rutledge for coordinating this benefit breakfast.

The Bartlesville Masonic Lodge fundraiser breakfast for the BAA on March 2nd was a huge success. Not only was the food top-notch, the Masons generously donated additional money to our cause presenting the BAA with a check for over $2600!

 

Dear Masons,

Your generosity means everything to us and to our mission of sharing the joy of art with all in our community,

Our success would not be possible without generous donors like you. Thank you so much for your support of the arts in Bartlesville!”

Most sincerely and truly grateful,

From all of us at the Bartlesville Art Association

 

 

 

Maximum number of students is 10 which allows for lots of personal attention.  Please register by May 15.

A 3- day workshop with instructor John Reger.

May 30 – June 1 (Thurs – Sat)

Time: 9:30 – 4:30 

The participants will learn basic drawing techniques and will gain an understanding of shape, movement light and form by copying the works of the old masters.

For adults. All skill levels welcome.

This exhibit features Jon Lindblom’s “Angels of Pandora” series as well as other themes. Close to 50 paintings by Jon are for sale. A portion of all proceeds will benefit the Bartlesville Art Association and the Price Tower among others.  Show ends on March 24. Price Tower Art gallery is FREE to visit and open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 12 – 5 pm, Closed on Mondays.

 

 

 

Art Classes at BAA

BAA art classes are open to members and non-members.

Students will learn how to use cold wax and oil as a freeing and malleable medium which lends itself to abstract or representational expression and multimedia applications.

Beginning Cold Wax and Oil Painting

March 28 & 29 -Thursday and Friday evenings, 6 – 9 pm 

Students can register for one day or for both.

Be prepared to fearlessly explore your creativity using this ancient medium in modern applications.

Intermediate Cold Wax and Oil Painting

Saturday, March 30, 11am – 4 pm   

Bring your lunch and dive deeper into the many possibilities of this highly expressive medium. 

Back by popular demand! Saturday, April 13 from 2 – 5 pm.

Cost: $65.00  ~  All supplies included.

In this 3 hour class you will create an acrylic painting of your pet with a little help from Valerie and her assistant!

Jim Buchan  has been painting in watercolors for 50 years and  is the former president of the Green Country Watercolor Society in Tulsa.

Paint an Apple Basket with Jim Buchan.

Thursday, April 18 from Noon – 3 pm.

Students will learn watercolor techniques while they complete one painting and have a great time in a casual atmosphere!  

 This class is for adults including high school age.

This class is for adults (including high school age). Come explore in a friendly and non-intimidating environment.

No Talent Tuesday with instructor Janet Odden.

Tuesdays ~ March 5, 12, 19 & 26 ~ 10 am – 12 noon

No Talent Tuesday is a drawing class designed to give the participant an opportunity to learn about and practice drawing skills.

Lessons will be tailored to meet the specific skill level of the student. 

“Art 101” Classes are taught by BAA members for BAA members.  You get one FREE “Art 101” class with your annual membership. These short, casual classes are a GREAT way to explore new mediums, stretch your wings and try something new.

"Art 101" Line up for 2024 ~ All classes are on Saturday

Feb 17, 1 – 3:30 pm  Fundamentals of Colors and Mixing with Oils, acrylics and more – Bill Whitte

Feb 24, 2 – 4 pm  Beginning Sculpture with repurposed material for kids aged 10 – 14 – Josh Waddell

April 6, 2:30 – 5pm  Beginning Colored Pencil – Valerie Unruh

May 4, 10 am – 12 pm  Beginning Jewelry – Livi Diaz

May 18, 6 – 9 pm  Photography – “Planning the Shot” – Mike Bryan

July 20, 2 – 4pm  Beginning Drawing – Janet Odden

August 24,  2 – 3:30 pm  Tom Graves – “Timelines of Art: A brief overview on the history of art.”

Sept 21, 1 – 4 pm   Sewing a zippered purse – Joan Phillips

Oct 12,  2 – 4 pm  Beginning Pastels – Anne Spoon 

Nov 2,  2 – 4 pm   Beginning Watercolor Painting – Amy Jenkins

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   Want to join BAA and get your free “Art 101”  class? 

   Join here, we would love to have you as a member.  

Instructor Linda Rous

Monday, May 6, 13, 20 & 27

Time: 6 – 8 pm.

We will begin by building a wire armature and forming a figure with aluminum foil. After basic figure is formed, clay is added to create a ballerina or an abstract shape. 

This class is for adults age 16 and older. All skill levels welcome.

Classes are open to public, private, and home school kids!

Instructor: Quincey Turner

Classes meet once a week after school from 4:30 – 6pm for 6 weeks .

*Note: No class during Spring Break, March 18 – 22.

Grades K-2 meet Tuesdays, February 27  – April 9

Grades 3-5 meet Wednesdays,  February 28  –  April 10.

Grades 6-9 meet Fridays, March 1 – April 12.

Live Model Drawing Class

March 10, 17 and 24

Sunday afternoons from 2  – 4:30
 

All models will be clothed.

Each artist works independently with whatever supplies they bring including pencils, charcoal, paints, pastels etc .  

All skill levels welcome!

 

 

Drop-in pricing per session is available.

Mondays from 10 am – noon for 8 weeks starting February 12.

Cris will cover painting skies, trees, water, land and more in oils or acrylics. 

***Past students will be taught at their current level and continue to grow as artists.

FREE to BAA members!

OPEN  STUDIO every Wednesday from  1 – 4 pm.

Faciliator, Cheryl Bryan, shares watercolor techniques on the first Wednesday Open Studio of each month. This is one of the most popular events at BAA and one of the benefits of being a member!

To hear about future workshops for kids with Josh Waddell, please email your name, your child’s name and age to the BAA at bartlesvilleartassociation@gmail.com

Explore artwork by our member artists!

Click on a piece to see more by each artist at their website or page. 

Spring is in the Air!

Along with the jonquils, daffodils and hyacinths poking their heads up out of the leaves, the BAA is ramping up the spring line up of classes. March starts off with a quick fundraiser breakfast at the Masonic Lodge this Saturday, March 2 from 7-11am. Tickets are available at the door; $9 for adults and $4.50 for kids. Come join us for some great food and see what is coming up at the BAA.

Special thanks goes to Julie Donaldson and Kathleen Rutledge for getting this event on the schedule. And, thanks to the good folks over at the Masonic Lodge who are community minded and support the arts and not-for-profits in our area.

Just in case you missed it!
If you haven’t had a chance to see Jon Lindblom’s first solo art exhibition Angels of Pandora An AI/Human Collaboration at the Price Tower, it is not too late. There are close to 50 paintings; many of which are still for sale. Jon is a productive, talented artist and we are proud to have him on the BAA board.
 
But his talent doesn’t stop at the easel. Dr. Jon owns and operates Safari Smiles, a pediatric dental practice on Nowata Road. Safari Smiles offers children dental care in a wild and fun-filled zany environment that only the artistic talent of Dr. Jon can provide.
Plan now to stop by the Price Tower. Exhibit open through March 24.
March 2 – Sat. – 7 – 11 am
Masonic Lodge benefit breakfast for the BAA. Tickets are available at the door.
 
March 3, 10, 17 & 24 – Sun.- 2- 4:30pm
Live Model Drawing on Sundays
 
March 5, 12,19 & 26 – Tues.- 10 am – 12pm
No Talent Tuesday w Janet Odden
 
March 28 & 29 – Thurs. & Fri. – 6 – 9pm
Beginners Cold Wax and Oils – w Lori Roll
 
March 30 – Sat. – 11am – 4pm
 
April 6 – Sat. – 2:30 – 5pm
Art 101 – Beginning Colored Pencil – w Valerie Unruh
April 13 – Sat. -2 – 5 pm
Paint Your Pet Party with Valerie Unruh
 
April 15 – Mon. evening – 6 – 9pm
Soft Pastels with Anne Spoon. (Part 1 of 2 on the 22nd)
 
April 18 – Thurs. – 12 – 3 pm
Watercolor Class – Apple Basket – w Jim Buchan
 
April 19 – Fri. evening – 6 – 9pm
ART-FULL DAY IN THE ‘VILLE
 
April 22 – Mon. evening – 6 – 9pm
Soft Pastels with Anne Spoon (Part 2)

 

 

 

Take advantage of the many classes coming your way. The BAA is here to assist you in developing your artistic goals.

Janet Odden, BAA President

“Have no fear of perfection, you’ll never reach it.” Salvador Dali

Special thanks to Eloise Needleman for volunteering to help produce our newsletter.

BAA is committed to sharing the love of art throughout our vibrant community.

To that end, we have established  a scholarship fund for those in need of a bit of help with tuition to attend classes. 

For example, did you know that over 20% of the children attending our Summer Art Camp have tuition assistance?

Financial assistance for adults is also available. We ask that adults pay whatever they can towards a class and we’ll make up the rest in exchange for volunteering at FUN BAA events. It’s a win-win for everyone! It’s super easy to apply for tuition assistance with this link.

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Questions? Please email bartlesvilleartassociation@gmail.com.