FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Beloit, Wisconsin – Beloit Art Center announces June exhibits.
 
Beloit Art Center is pleased to announce An Evening of Art in Downtown Beloit featuring  our 25th Anniversary Finding Creativity Within exhibit which will open with a First Friday Gallery Reception on June 6th, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., and run through July 24th. A gallery talk featuring the artists will be held at 7:00 p.m. An opening reception for the 67th Beloit and Vicinity Exhibit at the Wright Museum of Art at Beloit College will also be held from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Juried artwork featuring artists who have exhibited at Beloit Art Center over the past quarter century will be on display in both the Sveum Gallery and the Members Gallery. Nearly 90 pieces of art from nearly 50 artists will be on display, representing exhibitions from 2000 to 2025 and several in memoriam pieces loaned by private collectors will be included. Media will include watercolor, acrylic, oil, ink, colored pencil, charcoal, wood and stone sculpture, film and digital photography, pottery, fiber, mosaic, collage, and assemblage. Genres range from traditional, to whimsical, to dark art, showcasing a broad spectrum of the work featured over the years. An encore exhibit of some of the featured art will be on display at Blue Moon Gallery in Grayslake, Illinois from August 2nd to the 23rd. We are proud to honor the artists who have shaped the Beloit Art Center’s creative legacy and to celebrate the value of arts in the Beloit Community. Thank you to our June and July Sveum Gallery sponsor Nowlan Personal Injury Law.

The artwork of Molly Dillon will be on display in Bell Gallery for the month of June only. Dillon’s mixed media works use classic advertising, movie, and comic book imagery derived from the 1950s through the 1980s, combined with patterns and colors reminiscent of the same period to create a narrative. “Much of my art… also includes primitive, folk, and tribal art and designs from across the world”. Thank you to our June Bell Gallery sponsor I-43 Storage.
           
Looking for more art in the community? Be sure to stop by the Beloit Public Library to view featured art by Cindy Vondran, and at Bagels and More to view featured art by Marek Kossiba.

Join us for a family-friendly morning of art activities, live painting featuring Cheria Gillespie, Qigong with Nancy Mayhew, and a Make Music Beloit performance by Abbey Pixler on Saturday June 21st from 10:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m. Check out the progress on the mural on the back of the building and stroll through the 25th Anniversary exhibit inside the building. 

Tai Chi with Nancy Mayew will be held in the Sveum Gallery on Friday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. starting July 11th and running through August 15th. The cost for this six-week session is $60.

Hand Building Pottery Class for Teens four day class will be held July 21st through July 24th from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. Students will explore the world of handbuilding with clay. Students will learn glazing methods needed to finish their unique pots. All skill levels are welcome. The cost is $120 and clay, glaze, and tools will be provided. Students will need to provide their own apron, and hand towel. Class size is limited to students ages 13 to 18.

Pottery Wheel for Teens four day class will be held August 4th through August 7th from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m.. Students will explore the world of throwing on the potter’s wheel in this introductory class. Creativity will be encouraged. The cost is $120 and clay, tools, and glaze will be provided.

Save the Date! Join us on Friday, July 19th from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. for an unforgettable evening celebrating 25 years of art and community at the Beloit Art Center. We’ll have food trucks, live music, a brand-new mural unveiling, and the 25 Years of Art at BAC exhibit, featuring work from artists who’ve shaped our story. Meet us in the parking lot behind the Art Center - let’s make it a night to remember!

Gallery hours are Monday from 10am - 2pm; Tuesday - Friday from 10am - 5pm and Saturday from 10am - 2pm.  The gallery is free and open to the public. For more information about Beloit Art Center visit: www.beloitartcenter.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 
Beloit, Wisconsin – Beloit Art Center to feature area high schools in April.
 
The Beloit Art Center is pleased to present the 16th Annual High Schools Art Exhibit.  A First Friday Gallery Reception will be held on April 4th from 5 – 7 p.m.   Students, parents, teachers, and administrators, as well as the public are encouraged to attend to see the collective talent of the young artists in Beloit.  Participating schools are Beloit Turner, Beloit Memorial, Rock County Christian, and The Lincoln Academy.  The exhibit highlights artwork ranging from painting, digital art, mixed media, pottery, sculpture, and stained glass.  Several pieces will be selected to represent Beloit in the Association of Wisconsin Artists (AWA) Statewide Teen WRAP program. The work chosen will be exhibited and published at the Pyle Center on the UW Madison campus this August. Thank you to our April show sponsor, Corporate Contractors Inc. (CCI), for their generous support of this exhibit and the youth in Beloit. The exhibit will be open through April 24th.

            Looking for more art in the community? Be sure to stop by the Beloit Public Library to view featured art by Cindy Vondran, and Bagels & More to view featured art by Marek Kossiba. Member Artists Pierre Charles and Colleen Roberts will have their works displayed at the Beloit Art Center.

            Calling all past Beloit Art Center (and BFAI) artists! 2025 marks a milestone - our 25th anniversary - and we’re celebrating in a big way! As part of this special year, we are hosting a Juried Anniversary Exhibition to showcase the incredible artists who have been part of the journey. Exhibition dates are June 6 through July 24. The opening reception will be June 6, 2025. The entry fee for up to two pieces is $25. The deadline for submissions has been extended through April 7, 2025. Artists selected for this exhibit can also opt in for an Encore Exhibit at our sister center, Blue Moon Gallery in Grayslake, IL, in August.

The Beloit Art Center will also be offering several classes and workshops in April.
 
Beginner Throwing on the Potter’s Wheel six week class Tuesdays from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. April 15th to May 20th. Students new to wheel throwing or wanting to brush up on their skills will begin to explore the world of throwing on the potter’s wheel in this introductory class. Starting with cups and goblets, students will also develop the skills to throw during this class. The cost is $140 and glaze and clay will be provided. Students will need to provide their own tools, apron, and hand towel. Class size is limited to six students ages 17 and older.

Hand Building Pottery Class six week class Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. April 17th to May 22nd. Students will explore the world of handbuilding with clay by examining fundamental techniques including pinch, coil, and slab. Students will learn glazing methods needed to finish their unique pots. All skill levels are welcome. The cost is $165 and clay and glaze will be provided. Students will need to provide their own tools, apron, and hand towel. Class size is limited to eight students ages 17 and older.

Qigong for Fall Prevention in the Art Gallery on Mondays and Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. starting on May 5th. Taught by certified instructor Nancy Mayhew, Qigong improves muscle tone, flexibility and balance. The cost is $50 for a 6-visit punch card or $10 per drop-in.
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Gallery hours are Monday from 10am - 2pm; Tuesday - Friday from 10am - 5pm and Saturday from 10am - 2pm.  The gallery is free and open to the public. For more information about Beloit Art Center visit: www.beloitartcenter.com

 
​78 pieces of art will be exhibited during the month of March at the Beloit Art Center's 14th annual
juried photography contest. On Friday, March 7, the Center will host a First Friday Gallery Reception from
5-7pm, with an awards ceremony beginning at 6pm. This month’s exhibit is sponsored by
Nowlan Personal Injury Law.

Amateur photographers from the region submitted images to be reviewed by a group of three jurors.
Each individual reviews the digital entries and gives them a score based on composition, creativity and
subject matter, and technical merit. The three scores are then tallied, determining the images that are
accepted into the exhibit. The final in-person juror critique occurs after the images are delivered to the
gallery. The results are kept under wraps until the night of the reception, at which time the top ten awards are
presented, with the first-place award winner receiving $150, second place $100 and third place $50. A theme
for next year’s exhibit will also be announced. The exhibit will be open for viewing from
March 7 through March 27.

Looking for more art in the community? Be sure to stop by the Beloit Public Library to view
featured art by Joanna Kutter, Bagels and More to view featured art by Danny Burks, and Beloit Art Center
Members Gallery to view featured art by Colleen Roberts, Pierre Charles, and Pam Pier.

Calling all past Beloit Art Center (and BFAI) artists! 2025 marks a milestone - our 25th anniversary
- and we’re celebrating in a big way! As part of this special year, we are hosting a Juried Anniversary
Exhibition to showcase the incredible artists who have been part of the journey. Exhibition dates are June 6 
​through July 24. The opening reception will be June 6, 2025. The entry fee for up to two pieces is $25 and
submissions are due by March 31, 2025. Artists selected for this exhibit can also opt in for an Encore Exhibit
at our sister center, Blue Moon Gallery in Grayslake, IL, in August.

Discover the Joy of Watercolor Journaling in Nature and Travel with Lynette Redner on March 13
and March 20 from 10 a.m. to noon. Redner will guide participants on how to capture experiences and
surroundings in fun, creative ways. You will learn watercolor and ink techniques, tips for drawing and
documenting your experiences, and inspiration from Redner’s personal travel journals. Please visit
beloitartcenter.com for a full list of needed supplies. The cost of this course is $50.

Free Chip Carving Demo with Bud Cunningham on Saturday March 15 at 11 a.m. Get a close look
into the world of chip carving with Cunningham, a local artist who has mastered the craft. Explore his tools,
see his process, and join a Q and A.

Beginner Crochet with Sydney Rae, Mondays March 17, 24, and 31 from 6 to 8 p.m. Join Rae for a
three-part crochet series to build your skills step by step. Sessions include Foundations and Floral Project,
Reading Patterns and Granny Squares, and Advanced Techniques - Cable Stitching. The cost of this class is
$130 and includes all supplies.

Intro to Digital Photography four week class Mondays from March 24, April 21, May 19, and June
16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This course is for people who have any type of digital camera and want to go
beyond using automatic settings. Participants will learn how to control shutter speed, aperture, and ISO,
understand how the camera measures light in a scene, and explore different focusing techniques to achieve
optimal results. The cost for this class is $80.

Beloit Art Center is located at 520 E. Grand Ave. and is free and open to the public. Gallery and gift
shop hours are Monday 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For
more information visit www.beloitartcenter.com.

Beloit Art Center is pleased to announce the February exhibits which will open with a First Friday
Gallery Reception on February 7 from 5-7pm. A gallery talk featuring the artists will be held at 6 pm. Both
exhibits will be open through February 27.
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In the Sveum Gallery, the artwork of Kathy Piccione will be on display. Born in Beloit, Kathy’s
early passion for realism was inspired by artists like James Barma and John Waterhouse. A self-taught artist,
she began with black and white mediums before moving into colors with acrylics and oils. She expanded her
work to include faux finishing, murals, interior design, and iron furniture. “My work centers on Native
American culture, wildlife, and my Chippewa ancestry.” Thank you to LifeCirle for sponsoring the Sveum
Gallery artist.

In the Bell Gallery, the artwork of local artist Katura Bell will be on display. Bell, a mixed medium
artist, explores many different materials and concepts. “Art was my favorite subject in school along with
science, so you will see a lot of nature and life force ideologies throughout my work.” Thank you to 5BAR
for sponsoring the Sveum Gallery artist.

Looking for more art in the area? Be sure to stop by the Beloit Public Library to view artwork by
Joanna Kutter, Bagels and More to view artwork by Danny Burks, and the Beloit Art Center Members
Gallery to view artwork by Pierre Charles, Pam Pier, and Colleen Roberts.

Looking for art classes? Discover the joy of creative journaling with watercolor! In this class,
Lynette Redner will guide you on how to capture your experiences and surroundings in a fun, creative way.
Students will learn watercolor and ink techniques, and tips for drawing, sketchbook drawing, painting,
writing, and collaging. Class will be held on Thursday, March 13 and 20 from 10 a.m. to noon. The cost to participate is $50 and students will need to provide their own materials.

Are you just getting started with digital photography? Or are you frustrated with your experience
with your digital camera? The Introduction to Digital Photography course is for people who have any type of
digital camera and want to go beyond using automatic settings. Participants will learn how to control shutter
speed, aperture, and ISO, understand how the camera measures light in a scene, and explore different
focusing techniques. This class will be held on Mondays, February 24, March 24, April 21, and May 19. The
cost to participate is $80 and students will need to bring their own camera and camera manual.

The Beloit Art Center Photography Club meets the 4th Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. to
discuss photography topics and techniques. The annual cost to participate is $85 or $10 to drop in. The BAC
Open Studio Group meets every Thursday at 5:30 to work on projects and talk art. A studio leader is
available to help with tips and techniques. The drop in cost is $7 and all mediums and skill levels are
welcome.

Check out beloitartcenter.com to watch for details about our upcoming pottery classes scheduled to
start at the week of February 24. Information and registration for all the classes is available at
www.beloitartcenter.com/classes.

Beloit Art Center is located at 520 E. Grand Ave. in downtown Beloit. The gallery is free and open
to the public. Gallery and gift shop hours are Monday 10 am – 2 pm, Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm and
Saturday 10 am – 2 pm.

        Beloit Art Center is pleased to announce the January exhibits which will open with a First Friday Gallery Reception on January 3rd from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. A gallery talk featuring the artists will be held at 6:00 p.m. Exhibits will be open through January 30th. Both the winner and the People’s Choice award for the 2025 mural project will also be announced at the First Friday reception.

      In the Sveum Gallery, we welcome artists Alice Blue and Connie Fry. Alice Blue’s paintings often show her love of water and its movements; its many moods and reflections. She paints plein air when the weather permits as well as in her studio. Many of her paintings reflect a connection to the destinations she
has traveled to around the world. Her preferred mediums are acrylic and oil using a palette knife and/or brushes. As an artist, Connie Fry is inspired by the natural beauty in the world around her. She enjoys painting landscapes but animals are her passion. Her favorite mediums are acrylic, oil and pastel. When painting she strives to capture the emotions and spiritual connection to the subject. Her landscapes bring a sense of peace to the viewer. Thank you to Christofferson Moving and Storage for sponsoring the Sveum Gallery artists.

      In the Bell Gallery, we welcome Leslie Crowhurst. A graduate of Northern Illinois Fine Art Department, Crowhurst’s artwork features the magnificent shapes and splendid colors of glorious flowers. “My camera has captured endless photographs of flowers where some manifest from the camera to canvas. Beautiful floral colors spill onto my palette with great anticipation.” Thank you to Christofferson Moving and Storage for sponsoring the Bell Gallery artist.

      Looking for more art in the community? Be sure to stop by the Beloit Public Library to view art by Joanne Kutter and Bagels and More to view art by Danny Burks. Both displays will be available through the
end of March. The last chance to view art by Billy Bishop in the Beloit Art Center Members Gallery is January 7th and new artists will be featured starting in February.

       Coffee 101: Seed to Cup Course is the perfect way to stay warm on a snowy January morning.  Discover the world of coffee presented for FREE by Snowdrift Coffee Roasters, located in Roscoe, Illinois.  Learn about coffee’s journey from farm to cup, including growing, roasting, and brewing techniques. Experience a slideshow, taste freshly roasted brewed coffee, and get answers to your questions during the open Q and A. This class will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 18th.

     Beyond Paint and Sip is the perfect class for those looking to expand their acrylic painting skills beyond basic paint-and-sip classes. Learn key techniques like proportion, perspective, shading, and more to create unique meaningful artwork. Students will need to supply their own brushes, palette paper, paint, and
towels or paper towels. This four week class will be held Tuesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. from January 21st through February 25th. The cost to participate is $125.

      Call for Photographers: The 14th Annual Juried Photography Exhibition will be held March 7th through the 27th. Submit your best photographs in any style or subject matter. There are no theme restrictions. Submissions are due by 2:00 p.m. on January 26th and the entry fee is $35 for BAC members
and $40 for non-members.

     The Beloit Art Center Photography Club meets the 4th Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. to discuss photography topics and techniques. The annual cost to participate is $85 or $10 to drop in.

      Beloit Art Center was recently awarded an Ecolab Foundation Grant in the amount of $1800. Funding from the grant will be used for Summer Art Education for Young People in 2025. Beloit Art Center is grateful for Ecolab’s support of the arts. Beloit Art Center is located at 520 E. Grand Ave. in downtown Beloit. The gallery is free and open to the public. Gallery and gift shop hours are Monday 10 am – 2 pm, Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm and Saturday 10 am – 2 pm.