Beloit Art Center Announces May Exhibits

                  Beloit Art Center is pleased to announce the May exhibits which will open with a First Friday Gallery Reception on May 2nd, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.  A gallery talk featuring the artists will be held at 6:00 p.m.
             
               The artwork of Cindy Lesperance will be on display in the Sveum Gallery. Cindy is an award-winning Chicago based artist who works out of her private studio. Her art has been exhibited in galleries and museums throughout the Chicagoland area and across the country, and has earned awards in many juried shows and competitions. Attuned to the colors, patterns, and textures of nature, these elements serve as the foundation of her art.  “Over the years I have experimented with a variety of mediums, yet encaustic - a blend of beeswax, damar resin, and pigment - has become my primary focus.” Thank you to our May show sponsor, Senz Redieske Insurance, for their generous support of this exhibit and the youth in Beloit. The exhibit will be open through May 29th.

           The artwork of Abbey Beaumont will be on display in Bell Gallery. Currently living in Appleton, Wisconsin, Abbey draws inspiration from the joyful colors of comic books and the whimsical nature of folk art. For her first solo show, she has focused on works using oil pastels. Thank you to our May show sponsors, Joe and Dawn Stadelman, for their generous support of this exhibit. The exhibit will be open through May 29th. 

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

Watch for us at the Beloit Farmers Market on Saturday, May 10th.

         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. Students will need to provide their own apron and hand towel. 

              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.

             Tai Chi in the Sveum Gallery with Nancy Mayhew will be held on Fridays from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. from May 9th through June 13th. The cost for this six week class is $60. 

             Save the Date! 2025 marks a milestone, the Beloit Art Center’s 25th Anniversary, and we’re celebrating in a big way! As part of this special year, we’re hosting a Juried Anniversary Exhibition, 25 Years of Art at BAC,  to showcase the artists who have been part of our journey. We’re expanding our gallery spaces, including the Members Gallery, Open Classroom wall, and Hallway exhibit areas to feature as many artists as possible. 
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                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.