Poetry reading with poets in residence: Pichchenda (Chanda) Bao, Nicole Callihan, Jacob Goldwasser, Erika Meitner, Jason Schneiderman, and Rachael Phillips Shapiro. Watch the Poetry Reading Replay! In recognition of the 25th anniversary of National Poetry Month, Bethany Arts Community is offering our first ever residency focused on poetry. Join us for readings from these talented […]
The ceramic artists of Hudson River Potters will have an in-person show and sale! Come by to see what everyone has been creating! Masks and social distancing will be required when visiting. Thank you for keeping all visitors and artists safe! When: Sat., May 1, 10 am - 5 pm Sun., May 2, 10 am […]
The ceramic artists of Hudson River Potters will have an in-person show and sale! Come by to see what everyone has been creating! Masks and social distancing will be required when visiting. Thank you for keeping all visitors and artists safe! When: Sat., May 1, 10 am - 5 pm Sun., May 2, 10 am […]
a cont’d exploration of an expanded definition of a demystification of mother/ing/hood curated by Anna Adler May 8 – 29, 2021 opening: Saturday, May 8, 5-6pm, via Zoom Register mid-run Conversation: Saturday, May 15, 11am, via Zoom Register closing: Saturday, May 29, 2pm: Curated Nature Walk, at Bethany Register VIEW EXHIBIT exhibition hours: M-F 10am-4pm, select weekends (below), […]
Join us May 8th @ 5pm for the opening of (s)mother 2.0 care in (a time of) crisis via Zoom REGISTER a cont’d exploration of an expanded definition of a demystification of mother/ing/hood curated by Anna Adler May 8 - 29, 2021 opening: Saturday, May 8, 5-6pm, via Zoom Register mid-run Conversation: Saturday, May 15, […]
Henri Matisse is widely regarded as the greatest colorist of the 20th century and as a rival to Pablo Picasso in the importance of his innovations. He first achieved prominence as the leader of the French movement Fauvism—but his long career would take him in many different directions. Matisse sought to use color as the […]
SOLD OUT!! This after school class will include an exploration of a new material and technique each session, including experimental printmaking, painted paper collage, mixed media collage, watercolor painting, oil pastels, and paper making. Register
Learn how to create artistic, recycled, plastic clutches from shopping bags and paint. Using an iron, staples, sewing and paint join us for this hands-on workshop. REGISTER Bio My name is Cassie and I am an artist living in Brooklyn, New York. I believe that every child starts out as an artist, and some people […]
During this Talkback the ladies of inFlux will talk about their process of making devised work and the thematic content of The Choice, the first iteration of the Motherhood Project, a decade long series of performances that track the journey of three women as they face the choice to have children and the consequences of that decision. When: May 13, 2021 07:00 PM Register […]
Michelangelo is one of art history's earliest true “characters" and his influence on art continues to be unparalleled. Everybody knows his name. But how much do you really know about him? He was a polymath genius who is widely regarded to be one of the greatest artists of the Italian Renaissance. Often temper driven, fickle, […]
Join us May 15th @ 11am for the mid-run conversation of (s)mother 2.0 care in (a time of) crisis via Zoom REGISTER a cont’d exploration of an expanded definition of a demystification of mother/ing/hood curated by Anna Adler May 8 - 29, 2021 opening: Saturday, May 8, 5-6pm, via Zoom Register mid-run Conversation: Saturday, May […]
Workshop: Using a Camera to Tell Your Story Tuesdays, April 13, 20,27, May 4,11,18 4:00 – 5:30 PM Ages Grades 6-8 Fee: $150 6 Student Limit Instructor: Anne Carpenter REGISTER "Each one of us has a story to tell, and the power of imagery can not only tell it in a vibrant way that reflects […]
With the recent acquisition of a ‘teaching level’ drill, Cherie Lee shares her exquisite finished work, demonstrates techniques, and introduces participants to basic carving applications that can be used on wood, bone, metal and even vegetable ivory. Register Bio Cherie Lee is a self-taught, Philadelphia-born artist, who utilizes high speed rotary equipment to reduce genuine […]
Artist in Residence: Artist talk and show with Maryanne Buschini – Examining the relationship between the people and water through the lens of the Kensico Reservoir May 25, 7:00-7:30pm Via Zoom REGISTER Artist Maryanne Buschini shares her research and investigation of water, with a focus on the residents in in the Kensico Reservoir land and water mass, from original native inhabitants prior to 1680, […]
Join us in person! Limited tickets available! During this public reading and work in progress discussion, Ian will share excerpts from STEVE, a story of an artistic, young man growing up in the projects of Harlem, as he transforms the work from a short story to a one-man play, developed with Houses on the Moon Theater Company. […]
Join us May 27 at 7pm for a short solo acoustic set by composer and performer Arya with original songs via Zoom and Facebook LIVE REGISTER Bio Somewhere between the 90’s and now, far-removed from her Serbian upbringing, Arya “appeared.” Moving to the United States from Belgrade, after more than a decade as a classical […]
Introduction to Digital Photography with Alan Haywood Dates: Saturdays, May 8, 15, 22, 29 Time: 10:00am-11:30am Class Fee: $100 REGISTER Materials needed: Students must have a DSLR or Mirrorless Camera, batteries, memory card, card reader and charger. Camera must have manual settings capability. Bring camera manual. A computer with photo editing software such as Photoshop or […]
Join us May 29th @ 2pm for a Curated Nature Walk at Bethany, closing event of (s)mother 2.0 care in (a time of) crisis a cont’d exploration of an expanded definition of a demystification of mother/ing/hood curated by Anna Adler May 8 - 29, 2021 opening: Saturday, May 8, 5-6pm, via Zoom mid-run Conversation: Saturday, […]
Tune in June 20th at 5pm for Part 2 of the Separate 5 & Amazing Girl Gazing 2 Emcees (Bruce Thomas and Kevin Walker) Register in advance for this webinar: REGISTER After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Part 2 of the Separate 5 An hour was not […]
This summer, join Pilobolus for an in person workshop at Bethany Arts Community. With beautiful onsite housing, 22 acres of scenic grounds and ample studio space, we will come together to move and create in a safe environment. JULY 5 - 9, 2021 REGISTER Open to anyone from non-dancers to experienced performers, this workshop is […]
Artists in the Time of Covid: Paralyzed and Prolific Studio Artist Gallery Artists around the globe are experiencing a new relationship with their art. For some, Covid and quarantine has meant creative paralysis and studio displacement. Others have found space in their lives for new artistic journeys in the absence of everyday distractions. Some have […]
(Week 1) July 19-23 SOLD OUT (Week 2) July 26-30 SOLD OUT Register (Week 3) Aug 2-6 (Ages 7-12)SOLD OUT Register (Week 4) Aug 9-13 (Ages 11-14) SOLD OUT We invite you to come explore the boundless creativity and endless discovery that is art! Whether we’re experimenting with new mediums, or inventing creative new […]
DONATE TO THE 2021 ART$W CHALLENGE By allocating my donation to the 2021 Art$W Challenge Grant, I certify that my new or increased gift donated is for the purpose of the 2021 Art$W Challenge Support from Westchester County Executive and Board of Legislators enable ArtsWestchester to match new or increased donations to Bethany Arts Community […]
Exhibit: Hungers/Harvests an Ossining Arts Council exhibition at Bethany Arts Community at Bethany Arts Community, Sep 1 – Oct 3, 2021 Exhibit Events: Sept 17: 7pm – 9pm (Reception and Artist Talk with Miriam Haas) LEARN MORE September 24: 7:30-8:30 PM (Artist Talk with Jill Kiefer) LEARN MORE View Exhibit View Events OAC members, inspired […]
Class Description: Creating art takes many forms and mediums. Emerging in today’s art creation is 3D printing, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and Laser cutting/engraving. These tools helped define industrial prototyping for many years and with time have entered the homes and studios of artists. Bethany Arts Community has one of each of these tools and […]
Christopher Williams Dance will be in residency in September 2021. During their time at Bethany, they will present a work-in-progress showing of both solo and group material for the supernatural characters in their developing evening-length work “Narcissus” performed by an all male cast of acclaimed contemporary dancers. The showing will also include a question and […]
Join us in Bethany's galleries on September 17th at 7pm for a Reception for Hungers/Harvests, an Ossining Arts Council Exhibition at Bethany Arts Community. During the reception there will be a donation drive for the Ossining Food Pantry and an Artist Talk with Miriam Haas. Artist Talk: Food, Farms, and Community Gathering - Miriam Haas […]
Molly Horan and Amy Engelhardt are writing a musical about teenagers recognizing their power and inner strength. Amy and Molly will be teaching a Master Class coordinated with the Ossining Schools and Theater O (not open to the general public). Over the course of their two-week residency at Bethany, Molly Horan and Amy Engelhardt will be be working through […]
Description: Whether using it graphically in comics, lightly in atmospheric ink wash illustrations, or using it to create wild textures, ink drawing holds a variety of exciting techniques. In this 8 week course, we will experiment with a variety of inking methods learning from in-class demos and sketchbook exercises. Halfway through the course, you will […]
Celebrate the bonds of music and dance with two family ensembles as they explore the connections between kinship, tradition and the arts. This program brings together the Ecuadorian family band Inti Andino and the Mexican family band Mariachi Sol Mixteco. GET TICKETS FREE EVENT! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket! Co-presented by ArtsWestchester and Bethany Arts Community […]
Register for “Feast and Famine” presented by Dr. Jill Kiefer on September 24 at 7:30pm. Registration is required. Space will be limited so sign up early! Throughout the history of art there are powerful works addressing feast and famine, abundance and scarcity, nourishment and hunger. In this program, we’ll journey through time to explore some […]
Learn about Horsehair Raku and Obvara Pottery with Instructor: Keith H. Gordon while making your own art to keep and display. Keith will operate a portable gas-fired kiln to heat ceramic pieces to 1700F so they can be smoked while still hot. Public can buy a bisque tile that they will then decorate using horsehair, […]
Nikki Brake-Sillá will read excerpts from her work in progress “Invisi(bility)” which strives to illuminate race as a phenotypic construct. The play brings disability into conversation with the current state of a “post” racial America when Gabriela Johnson, a Black attorney with Crohn’s disease and lupus, argues for Blackness to be included amongst the list […]
The combination of artist talk and writing workshop is to invite the public into Tochukwu’s process as a writer and to offer an opportunity to develop a fresh idea for a story. Creative writing is often seen as an elusive endeavor, meant for only the gifted or those with the innate ability to create worlds […]
Kate Abbruzzese will share an excerpt from her full-length play, "Sleep That Knits Up", an exploration of femininity and motherhood through the lens of Macbeth, followed by a brief talk back. REGISTER HERE This event is being held in-person at Bethany Arts Community. For your safety, and the safety of our artists and staff, attendance […]
Michael Caines will be discussing the historical, political, religious, pop-culture and childhood themes in his 30 years of art making. The main childhood themes will be in the realm of addiction, mental health, and childhood trauma. Throughout this discussion the audience is also welcomed to participate in giving feedback and sharing stories of their own. […]
Join us us for music, art, crafts, food and family fun! Date: October 2, 2021 Time: 10am-4:30pm Learn more about Artoberfest! 85 tickets per time block Three (3) time blocks to choose from (choose one): 10am-12pm | 12:15pm-2:15pm | 2:30pm-4:40pm 1) BUY PARKING: ($10 Parking Reservation required in advance per car) 2) REGISTER-FREE ADMISSION: (Select […]
Georgia O'Keeffe played a pivotal role in the development of American modernism and its relationship to European avant-garde movements of the early-20th century. Producing a substantial body of work over seven decades, she sought to capture the emotion and power of objects through abstracting the natural world. O'Keeffe incorporated the techniques of other artists into […]
Join multi-media artist Maggie Kubley in a collage workshop that aims to give participants the satisfaction of creating something that eulogizes someone or something that is important to them. Participants will use scissors, glue, tape, paper mementos they brought from home, and Kubley's collection of found paper to create collages that are meant to memorialize […]
“Legible” A Musical Performance and Talk with Artists in Residence Summer Kodama is a presentation of solo performance pieces composed during the residency and inspired by literary projections of the Asian American/Pacific Islander experience. The performance will showcase multi-tracked double bass, spoken word and electronics. Through research of various literary works of East Asian and […]