Programs
We hold a variety of demonstrations and workshops that are open to the the public. Workshops may entail a modest fee. Email info@bacsma.org with any questions.
These programs are supported in part by a grant from the Bedford Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.
Upcoming BACS Workshops and Demos: Save the Dates
Details (sign-up info, event location, etc.) will follow as each event gets closer. For now, just be sure to save the dates on your calendar!
Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 1:00–4:00 PM
WORKSHOP: Make a Batik Silk Scarf Laura Wallace
First Church, Congregational, Bedford, Upper Fellowship Hall
Tuesday Jan. 21, 2025 6:45–8:15 PM
DEMO: Reimagine Your Photos Using Editing Software Steve Lipofsky
Zoom
Saturday Feb. 15, 20251:00–3:30 PM (snow date: Feb. 22)
WORKSHOP: Craft Your Own Mosaic Jewelry – Amy Marks
First Church, Congregational, Bedford, Upper Fellowship Hall
Saturday Mar. 15, 2025 1:30–4:00 PM
WORKSHOP: Paint an Acrylic Still Life – Holly Coble
First Church, Congregational, Bedford, Upper Fellowship Hall
Saturday April 26, 2025 1:00–4:00 PM
WORKSHOP: Create a Seascape with Dry Felting – Elizabeth Stubbs
First Church, Congregational, Bedford, Upper Fellowship Hall
Saturday May 3, 2025 12:00–4:00 PM
WORKSHOP: Design and Create a Cyanotype – Joan Butler and Laura Wallace
First Church, Congregational, Bedford, Lower Fellowship Hall
Acrylic Painting Workshop with Holly Coble – March 15
Holly Coble is a still life artist who paints from her Andover studio. Her work has been juried into many regional exhibitions, and she sells her work in stores and galleries throughout the East Coast. In this workshop, Holly will demonstrate three techniques that...
Mosaic Workshop Success
Thank you to Amy Marks for a fun and full workshop! The weather even cooperated. This workshop was held in person on Saturday, February 15, in Bedford. Thank you to Amy for her expert instruction. These programs are funded in part by a grant from the Bedford Cultural...
Mosaic Jewelry with Amy Marks
Saturday, Feb 15 • snow date Feb 22 • 1:00-3:30 pm • In Person Amy Marks is a mosaic artist and past president of the New England Mosaic Society. Her work has been juried into manyexhibitions, and she teaches mixed media mosaic workshops throughout New England.In this...
Photography Program – January 21 by Zoom
Los Angeles Lakers Magic Johnson and Boston Celtics Larry Bird in Game two of the 1985 NBA Finals at Boston Garden Bedford Arts and Crafts Society Virtual Photography Presentation and Demonstration On Tuesday, January 21 at 6:45 pm, the Bedford Arts and Crafts...
Batik Scarf Workshop Success
We had our first program of the Society Year yesterday and it was a full and fun success! Here are a few pix from Laura's workshop introducing batik techniques to make a colorful scarf. What an attentive, creative group of crafters! Wear your scarfs with joy and in...
May Workshop Was Great Fun
A full house of enthusiastic participants enjoyed the final BACS workshop of the season, “Make a Colorful Square Basket” with Betsy Fell. Take a look at the smiling faces and elegant results. The basket workshop was funded in part by a grant from the Bedford Cultural...
Sign Up Now: Making a Colorful Square Basket with Betsy Fell
On Saturday, May 18, 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM, there will be an in-person workshop. Participants will make a simple square basket. This is a great introduction to basket weaving, and all levels of experience are welcome. The basket is made of reed with seagrass trim and...
Mixed Media with Eileen Larsen – Success!
Thank you to Eileen for sharing her techniques and materials with us this past April 20. Each participant created an 8x8 inch canvas, layering collage, gesso and other media and adding markings to make a unique piece.. What fun! Enjoy these photos. Eileen Larsen,...
Upcoming Workshop: Mixed Media Explorations
On Saturday, April 20, Bedford-based mixed media artist Eileen Larsen will lead an in-person workshop exploring a variety of artistic media, combining them to create beautiful and unique art. With a playful and curious approach, we will use collage, acrylic paints and...
Hilary Taylor Demonstrates Jewelry Making
Today's attendees at the precious metal clay workshop were treated to the expert instruction of Hilary Taylor, jewelry artist. Hilary, a Concord based artist, brought an assortment of tools to use and some chose to not use the tools. Finished pieces will be fired in a...