EVENT UPDATE
Dear Patrons, Students, and Guests,
In response to the November 16th, 2020 health orders, and to help protect the health and well-being of our community and staff, the Huntington Beach Art Center is temporarily closed to the public until further notice. We will continue to bring a variety of virtual programs to our patrons and guests on our website and social media including our annual non-juried, open call exhibition Centered on the Center.
Thank you for your continued support of The Huntington Beach Art Center as we share our new vision for our 25th Anniversary year.
-The Huntington Beach Art Center Staff
For updates on the City’s response to COVID-19, please visit www.HBready.com.
For updates on the City's plan for reopening, please visit https://hbready.com/reopen/
In response to the November 16th, 2020 health orders, and to help protect the health and well-being of our community and staff, the Huntington Beach Art Center is temporarily closed to the public until further notice. We will continue to bring a variety of virtual programs to our patrons and guests on our website and social media including our annual non-juried, open call exhibition Centered on the Center.
Thank you for your continued support of The Huntington Beach Art Center as we share our new vision for our 25th Anniversary year.
-The Huntington Beach Art Center Staff
For updates on the City’s response to COVID-19, please visit www.HBready.com.
For updates on the City's plan for reopening, please visit https://hbready.com/reopen/
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CENTERED ON THE CENTERJanuary 30 - March 20
Centered on the Center is an annual open call, non-juried, salon-style exhibition featuring approximately 128 artists and 218 works of art. Local, regional and national artists are invited to participate. For over 20 years, Centered on the Center has promoted our mission of providing opportunity for the community and artists to share in a climate of education, experimentation and experience. Follow our social media and newsletter for the most current event and visitor information. |
become a member!HBAC OFFERS TWO TYPES OF MEMBERSHIPS:
ARTIST COUNCIL AND HBAC PATRON Memberships offer an array of special privileges, including, invitations to exhibitions and events, special discounts on classes and workshops, and much more! Your membership provides valuable support for the HBAC's annual programs and exhibitions. Your involvement and support are important to us. Give back to the arts and show your community pride when you join or renew your Huntington Beach Art Center membership at any level in February and March. All new and renewing members receive a custom HBAC tote bag by mail, a thirteen month membership, and entry into the April 6th drawing to win one of two Pedego HB Free One Day Electric Bike Rental gift certificates ($100 value). The tote bags will be mailed at the end of the entry period. Membership doesn’t end in February or March? Renew now to #ShowYourHBLove, enter the drawing and receive your free HBAC custom tote bag. We will add thirteen months to your account starting when your current membership ends! |
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NEW OPEN CALL OPPORTUNITYAnnouncing the 2021 Judith Hendler Design Competition in partnership with the Huntington Beach Art Center
The Cocoon Cloak In a desire to find sanctuary and comfort in a time of turmoil, Judith Hendler invites you to create the unisex COCOON CLOAK. Answering the base needs of self-expression and protection from the elements on the human form, the competition is inspired by traditional multi-functional garments like the Caftan, Tunic, and Poncho. DESIGN CHALLENGE: Create a garment using this simple pattern to embody sustainable design ethos: re-use, recycle, up-cycle. ELIGIBILITY: Participation is open to regional community college fashion design students with a faculty sponsor or HBAC members 18 years of age and older. AWARDS: Cash prize awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in Community College Fashion Student and HBAC Member categories. Visit the exhibition page for complete rules and guidelines or download the prospectus below. |
CLASSES AT THE ART CENTERHBAC offers a wide range of fine art classes for youth and adults taught by professional artists. In a multidisciplinary educational approach, classes include instruction in drawing, painting, watercolor, oil, acrylic, photography, and a variety of dance classes for youth and adults. Online registration is available beginning March 9th for all virtual classes. Enrollment for in-person sessions begins 14 days prior to the start date of that class.
Enroll online at www.HBSands.org! |
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