CLASSES
2024 CLASSES
SPRING SESSION
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PLEASE NOTE: NEW TEMPORARY ART CLASS LOCATION
Due to construction at the Annex,
Art Classes will temporarily be held at:
Phelps Lane Pool Building
Blue Room
151 Phelps Ln
North Babylon, NY 11703
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Notes on New Location: Artists may not store materials at the temporary classroom.
Artists are also not permitted to eat or bring food into the temporary classroom location.
Thank you for keeping this space clean and tidy!
POETRY CHATS on Zoom:
with Christina M. Rau
PLW1 - 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM - 2nd Mondays
Email info@babylonarts.org to register.
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April 8th: Movie Poems
April 8 is Rex Manning Day! Have you ever watched Empire Records? It's a great movie that invented this great day! To celebrate, we'll discuss poetry that is about movies. You can bring your own favorite poems about movies. You can also simply listen. If time allows, we can share our own writing inspired by movies.
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Poetry Chats with Christina M. Rau
Christina will lead us in reading and discussing poems from different literary movements, various genres, and in a variety of structures.
You don’t need any prior knowledge to participate. http://www.christinamrau.com
Monthly Virtual Art Talks
Next Meeting: March 19th
6:30pm - 7:45pm on Zoom
Topic: AI and Generative Tools
Art Talks are open discussion on various art history and art related topics. (No prior knowledge or enrollment required.) Feel free to join and talk or just listen. Email us for the link.
MONDAYS:
Colored Pencils or Pastels – ATM29 – 8 Weeks
This class allows both pastellists and colored pencil artists to study their medium of choice! The instructor will provide individual attention to both mediums through demonstrations and lectures. All students will be encouraged to broaden their knowledge through challenging subjects and diverse techniques.
ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE ARE WELCOMED!
Instructor: Marlene Bezich
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Mondays
Dates: Mar 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; May 6, 20
BACCA Members: $100 Non-Members: $125
TUESDAYS:
Figure Drawing and Painting -AIM1 -8 Weeks
Learn to render figures using any expressive style in your medium of choice with award winning Artist Judith Davidson.
Three of the classes will have a live model!
ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE ARE WELCOMED!
Instructor: Judith Davidson
Time: 1:00 PM -3:00 PM – Tuesdays
Dates: Mar 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14
BACCA Members: $100 Non-Members: $125
*Please note: This class will have a live model and a small fee will be organized with the instructor.
Modern Art History Virtual Forum
on Zoom:
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM - 2nd Tuesdays
Join us for open discussions and analysis of art historical topics from (but not exclusive to) the modern era. All experiences levels are welcomed and your input will guide the conversation.
Dates to be announced.
FREE on Zoom!
Email info@babylonarts.org to register
Meditate, Move, & Create
To be rescheduled.
On a chair or on a mat, you can join in for a session of meditation, yoga, and a little bit of creativity.
You can use a yoga mat if you wish or sit on a couch, chair, or the floor for meditation. You do not have to participate in the movement, which will be gentle and have modifications to sit the whole time.
Anyone participating in any physical activity should always consult a health professional before beginning something new.
Registration for this class is now full.
WEDNESDAYS:
Watercolors – ATM13 – 8 Weeks
Have fun exploring and discovering the joys of watercolor, creativity, and expression. Explore and learn painting tips, techniques, color and special effects.
ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE ARE WELCOMED!
Instructor: Magaly Ravelo-Chong
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Wednesdays
Dates: Mar 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; May 8, 15, 22
BACCA Members: $100 Non-Members: $125
THURSDAYS:
Watercolors – ATM12 – 8 Weeks
Have fun exploring and discovering the joys of watercolor, creativity, and expression. Explore and learn painting tips, techniques, color and special effects.
ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE ARE WELCOMED!
Instructor: Magaly Ravelo-Chong
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Thursdays
Dates: Mar 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 9, 16, 23
BACCA Members: $100 Non-Members: $125
lndependent Oils & Acrylics – ATM6 – 8 Weeks
An independent Oils and Acrylic open studio work session. Students enrolled in this class will share the studio space and work on self guided projects under the advisory of Phyllis George. Phyllis George will be present every three weeks to review the students' work and guide them in completing it.
ALL LEVELS OF EXPERIENCE ARE WELCOMED!
Adviser: Phyllis George
Facilitator: Peggy Wolf
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM – Thursdays
Dates: Mar 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16
BACCA Members: $85 Non-Members: $100
*You do not need a PayPal account to pay through PayPal. Please input your information, click continue, and on the "payment details" page click 'pay now" and select the second "pay with debit or credit card" option.The page will ask for an email address only for the purpose of payment confirmation.
To register by mail, please download, print and complete the registration form.
INDOOR CLASS SAFETY GUIDELINES:
•Face coverings are encouraged, but not required.
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•Students are asked to stay home if they are sick or do not feel well; stay home if it is suspected or confirmed that they have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19 even if they don’t have symptoms.
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If you have any questions or concerns, please call the BACCA office at 631-587-3696.