Big Bend Arts Council

 

  PO Box 1764, Alpine, TX  79831

Find out more about our artists!

The Big Bend Arts Council, Established 2004

Mission Statement:

The BIG BEND ARTS COUNCIL’S purpose is to provide a forum for supporting and promoting the arts in the Big Bend region; to encourage community interest in the arts and to share ideas, discuss techniques, encourage creativity, provide consultation to area and city organizations and to work cooperatively with other art groups in the region.

Visit Us 

Gallery On The Square

115 West Holland Ave

Alpine, TX  79830

across from the train depot

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Current Show:

New Year, New Works = Great Valentines! 

Every year, the Big Bend Arts Council invites its members to participate in a show highlighting new works. New Year, New Works has been an exciting exhibit showcasing the most recent art that our members are making. It's a chance for artists to feature their current interests, try something new, or remind us of their unique styles and talents. The show is currently running and you can see the new art through February 26th.
UPDATE: RECEPTION TONIGHT, FEB. 8 FROM 5-7 PM AT GOTS AND CATCHLIGHT!

Holiay Miniature Show Images

Click through the photos to see some images from our December - January Show:

 

Upcoming Events:

     The next BBAC exhibit planned is a Print Show, highlighting printmaking in its many forms, and which will include prints of original paintings. The exhibit is scheduled to open on Thursday, February 28th and run through April 23rd.  A reception is planned for Saturday, March 9th. 

     If you are an artist in the Big Bend area and would like to participate, you can become a member of the Big Bend Arts Council by entering this show. The show curators are Richard Curtin and Lori Griffin. 

To see the details and contact information for entering the show, click this link: 
Then use the button below for a printable entry form, or stop in Gallery on the Square to complete your form. 

MEMBERS: Have you renewed your membership for the 2018-2019 year?  Your annual dues are payable now.

Want to Join the Arts Council? 

   The BBAC membership year is from November 1 through Oct 31 each year.  Our annual membership drive promotes our annual member show, which exhibits through the Art Walk weekend, the biggest art event of the year. As a member you can exhibit your work in this show and up to five more shows throughout the coming year. 

   Click HERE to view and print the membership form.  

   MEMBERS' MEETING:  Meetings are usually held the third Sunday of the month. Contact the gallery for more information.