Art Adventures in the Bay
These Bay-Waveland teaching artists are part of a growing trend called "experience vacations" - where visitors take home new skills along with fun coastal memories. Get acquainted with them here on the Shoofly, then give them a shout.
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The Bay St. Louis Creative Arts Center
The 7,500-square-foot facility at the corner of Washington Street and Central Avenue, houses a state-of-the-art pottery studio with eight wheels, multiple electric and Raku kilns and handbuilding equipment. There’s also a yoga/dance studio, metalworking shop and multimedia maker space.
In addition to pottery and metalworking classes, artists at Bay Creative Arts Center can explore other mediums such as stained glass and silkscreening.
To book a spot in the 2018 retreat or for other information about CAC programs, email Steve Barney sbarney@gmail.com or call/text 228-342-7668.
In addition to pottery and metalworking classes, artists at Bay Creative Arts Center can explore other mediums such as stained glass and silkscreening.
To book a spot in the 2018 retreat or for other information about CAC programs, email Steve Barney sbarney@gmail.com or call/text 228-342-7668.
Steve Barney
Steve Barney at one of his educational events geared to engaging children in the arts. photo by Ellis Anderson
Steve Barney has gained national recognition for his efforts in the burgeoning movement to integrate Art into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with respect to children's educational programs. As the Shoofly highlighted in an earlier edition, Barney is the founder of the STEAMpunk Pottery Project, has created the self-acclaimed “greatest pottery machine in the world,” and performs regularly at festivals and museums across the Gulf Coast.
Regan Carney
Regan Carney, photo by Ellis Anderson
Regan Carney is an acclaimed potter who produces functional fine art in clay in her studio in the Bay Artists’ Coop at 415 S. Necaise Avenue. She received a BFA in 1980 from Tulane University and has made and shown clay art in Santa Fe, Los Angeles, New Orleans, Biloxi, Ocean Springs and Bay St. Louis.
Her work is widely featured, including locally in Gallery 220 and the Lawson Studio. Carney teaches beginner through master level classes at the co-op.
“I am happy to teach any level in general or specific techniques. I teach both throwing on the wheel or handbuilding functional ware or sculptural forms. Usually throwing takes the most amount of time,” she said.
To make the experience the best it can be, Carney requires at least three weeks’ lead time to set up a private workshop for one up to six students.
Her workshops have been two days to six weeks. For more information, call 228-216-0210.
Her work is widely featured, including locally in Gallery 220 and the Lawson Studio. Carney teaches beginner through master level classes at the co-op.
“I am happy to teach any level in general or specific techniques. I teach both throwing on the wheel or handbuilding functional ware or sculptural forms. Usually throwing takes the most amount of time,” she said.
To make the experience the best it can be, Carney requires at least three weeks’ lead time to set up a private workshop for one up to six students.
Her workshops have been two days to six weeks. For more information, call 228-216-0210.
Nina Cork
Nina Cork, a ceramic artist, offers two-hour clay workshops at the Bay Artist Co-Op, 415 S. Necaise Avenue in Bay St. Louis.
Cork has 36 years of art-making experience in sculpture, fine art, ceramics and art education.
Her workshops are designed for all skill levels, with an emphasis on having fun. No experience is necessary. The quick and easy workshops include mug making, ceramic planters, decorative crosses and much more. Cork needs three weeks’ notice and prefers classes of three to eight students.
The cost is $50 per student. and all materials are included. Cork will ship your finished pieces home for a nominal fee.
For more information, email ninamcork@gmail.com.
Cork has 36 years of art-making experience in sculpture, fine art, ceramics and art education.
Her workshops are designed for all skill levels, with an emphasis on having fun. No experience is necessary. The quick and easy workshops include mug making, ceramic planters, decorative crosses and much more. Cork needs three weeks’ notice and prefers classes of three to eight students.
The cost is $50 per student. and all materials are included. Cork will ship your finished pieces home for a nominal fee.
For more information, email ninamcork@gmail.com.
Janet Densmore
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If you enjoy early mornings, fresh air, and art, gather a few friends and paint and/or sketch from 8am - noon any day of the week with artist Janet Densmore - in and around her beachside home.
Paint a landscape/seascape; or still life (your choice). Rainy days afford comfortable indoor views (air-conditioned) as well as covered porch spaces. Beach umbrella/chairs/table easels provided. Please bring your own preferred art supplies. Refreshments included. Maximum class size: 3. $75.00 in advance per person for 4-hour class plus continental breakfast, beverages, and light lunch/critique if desired. Same-day reservation provided there is still room in the class: $95.00. To reserve your spot contact Janet Densmore (504) 913-3395. |
Chloé Harville
Chloé Harville, a dancer and photographer, teaches dance to people of all ages, body types and skill levels. Most of her classes are based in belly dance, but she also teaches foundations of dance, music video–inspired choreography classes, dance for burlesque, and open-level dance fitness. All classes are taught at Taberna (101 Central Ave., Bay St. Louis).
The schedule is posted at tabernabsl.com or on Taberna’s Facebook page. Private lessons are available, but you must book at least two days in advance.
Harville also offers lessons in conceptual fine art photography. Students can view the area through their lenses and create unique works of art to take home. Visit cdoriann.com to view Chloé's portfolio.
The schedule is posted at tabernabsl.com or on Taberna’s Facebook page. Private lessons are available, but you must book at least two days in advance.
Harville also offers lessons in conceptual fine art photography. Students can view the area through their lenses and create unique works of art to take home. Visit cdoriann.com to view Chloé's portfolio.
Kat Fitzpatrick
Kat Fitzpatrick - drawing, encaustic (beeswax), or mixed media classes. Contact Kat at 352-281-7704 or email to katfitzpatrick49@gmail.com. Beginning, medium and advanced skill levels for adults or highly motivated teens.
Kat teaches a system of shapes and techniques that can unlock your ability to see and render the beauty of your world. Encaustic medium is a luscious and ancient form of painting with molten wax that she has been using in her own work for 13 years. See also Katfish Studio, 233 Boardman Avenue, BSL.
Kat teaches a system of shapes and techniques that can unlock your ability to see and render the beauty of your world. Encaustic medium is a luscious and ancient form of painting with molten wax that she has been using in her own work for 13 years. See also Katfish Studio, 233 Boardman Avenue, BSL.
Dale Pohl
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Dale Pohl, is a painter, an art teacher, a mother of four, an observer, and a general haver of fun! Her studio/gallery, The Nest, offers children’s classes during the school year, summer art camps, adult art experiences, and parties for children and adults by appointment. Process is important, so projects include printmaking, painting, clay, and anything interesting that arises.
Although she has a B.F.A. in Graphic Design, twelve years of teaching experience, and is certified by the state of Mississippi, and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, Dale INSISTS that art training is not required to create meaningful works that make you happy, and would love to prove it to you! Schedule a “Grand Art Day” (a private class with visiting grandchildren) or a “Trolley Stop Workshop” (hop off, have some art fun, hop back on!) by contacting Dale at 228-671-9123 or kdpohl@bellsouth.net. To take a peek at the variety of creations hatching at 102 Blaize Avenue (across from the Duck Pond), visit the Facebook page for The Nest – A Comfy Place to Create. |
Karen Anne Renz
Karen Anne Renz has been teaching drawing and painting skills for more than 18 years. Karen Anne’s School of Fine Art offers art classes for youth and adults in a nine-month program from September through May and an annual youth summer art camp in July for students ages 5–14.
The Sip, Dip-N-Stroke classes for adults offer an evening of wine and painting on the third Friday of the month. Private parties for a minimum of eight adults are available.
All classes are taught at the Bay Arts Center, 833 U.S. 90 Suite 9, Bay St. Louis. Call 228-467-2110 or visit bayartscenter.com.
The Sip, Dip-N-Stroke classes for adults offer an evening of wine and painting on the third Friday of the month. Private parties for a minimum of eight adults are available.
All classes are taught at the Bay Arts Center, 833 U.S. 90 Suite 9, Bay St. Louis. Call 228-467-2110 or visit bayartscenter.com.
Joanna Slay
Joanna Slay is a mixed-media and mosaic artist that enjoys using repurposed items in her colorful mosaics and found art creations. Slay chooses to create mosaics out of the things that are generally discarded by our ever-increasing “throw-away” culture.
Her mantra, “Reduce, Reuse and Recreate” comes to life in her work by using broken pottery, figurines and found objects. She accepts commissions and has completed various mosaic installations in private homes as well as public sites.
Teaching others the art of mosaics is also a passion and Slay offers quarterly workshops in Bay St. Louis at Gallery 220 Main, Bay St. Louis, where her work is shown. Private instruction for individuals and groups can also be arranged. For information, visit her website at www.joannaslay.com or email, joannaslay@gmail.com.
Slay studied at Mississippi University for Women and South Buckingham University, UK. She is a member of the Society of American Mosaic Artist (SAMA) and The Arts, Hancock County.
Her mantra, “Reduce, Reuse and Recreate” comes to life in her work by using broken pottery, figurines and found objects. She accepts commissions and has completed various mosaic installations in private homes as well as public sites.
Teaching others the art of mosaics is also a passion and Slay offers quarterly workshops in Bay St. Louis at Gallery 220 Main, Bay St. Louis, where her work is shown. Private instruction for individuals and groups can also be arranged. For information, visit her website at www.joannaslay.com or email, joannaslay@gmail.com.
Slay studied at Mississippi University for Women and South Buckingham University, UK. She is a member of the Society of American Mosaic Artist (SAMA) and The Arts, Hancock County.
