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THIS WEEKEND:

ESAC Spring Homes Tour!



The inaugural Spring Homes Tour will begin with a Cocktail Party held at the Old Barn at Chapel Farm on Friday evening, April 11th from 6 to 9pm sponsored by the Pilot Family. The celebratory evening will spotlight the stunning architecture of the restored Barn, reimagined as an elegant gathering place for friends and family set on its beautiful grounds. Tickets for the Cocktail Party are limited.


The next day on Saturday, April 12 from 10am – 4pm, ESAC will feature 6 beautiful dwellings in Fairhope on tour. The tour will focus on the ‘Fruit and Nut’ neighborhood of Fairhope and its waterfront properties.


 

Cocktail Party Tickets (SELLING OUT FAST!)

$150 each + Includes Homes Tour

April 11 @ 6-9pm Old Barn at Chapel Farm


Homes Tour Ticket (for the tour only)

$50 each April 12 @ 10-4pm / Houses listed above!


PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE FRONT DESK:

Thurs-Fri 10am-4pm


PURCHASE TICKETS AT 54 FAIRHOPE AVE:

Sat 10am-2pm

 

Tour Home:

54 Fairhope Avenue


Tour Home:

2 Nichols Avenue

Tour Home:

356 S. Mobile Street


Tour Home:

358 S. Mobile Street


Tour Home:

19009 Scenic Highway 98


Tour Home:

369 S. Church Street

 
 

THANK YOU to our 2025 Spring Homes Tour Sponsors!



BENEFACTOR LEVEL

The Pilot Family



PATRON LEVEL

Anonymous

Paul Fontenot of GDSI Design

H. C. Pitman Building Co.

Tom and Rebecca Myers

Anil Vira

Sherri and Randy Williams


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DONOR LEVEL

Arthur Tonsmeire

Paul and Rebecca Canale

Buddy and Mickie Russell


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IN-KIND SPONSORS

Terry Barkin

Brian & Sharon Dearing

Chip & Toni Henry

Prentiss & Beverly Smith

Trip & Lucy McVay

Jimmy & Pam Prestwood


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All proceeds to benefit the programs of the Eastern Shore Art Center.

 

IN THE HEADLINES

 

SCENIC 98 COASTAL SAT DOWN WITH ESAC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR


Pat Pearce talks about his days with Central City Opera and bringing his love of the performance arts to ESAC with our Rural Outreach Initiative.


FULL ARTICLE
 

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

 
 

Successful Special Community Performance from Mobile Ballet!


Last week, we collaborated with Mobile Ballet to bring an additional performance to the Bay Minette area at no admission cost. Over 400 guests enjoyed their rendition of "The Princess and the Frog".


This program was presented in partnership with our Rural Outreach Initiative.

 

ACADEMY HAPPENINGS

 

SOLD OUT!


UPCOMING

WORKSHOP:


Floral & Botanical Sculpture

with Kim Bernadas

 

 

Date: 

Apr 12-13, 2025

 

Time: 

10am-4pm

 

Price:

$325 ($300 ESAC Members)


 
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This workshop offers the student of all levels an introduction to floral and plant life within a sculptural dimension, either in relief, or 3-D study. References will be made from a combination of fresh plant life, sculptures provided by the instructor as well as selected photos from the instructor or student to capture unique qualities of the subject matter. Each student will have a clay sculpture suitable for firing by the end of the workshop.


If you missed out on April's Sold Out workshop, check out the link below for the October workshop. Open NOW for registration!

REGISTER
 

UPCOMING

WORKSHOP:


ONLY 4 SPOTS LEFT!

Wild Clay Expedition

with Zach Sierke

 

 

Date: 

Apr 12-13, 2025

 

Times: 

10am-4pm

 

Price:

$425 ($375 ESAC Members)



 
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Zach’s deep roots in the pottery history of Mobile Bay and specialized expertise in geology, wood-firing, and clay body formulation will be shared freely in this deep-dive weekend. Whether you are a life-long potter who wants to deepen their practice through use of wild materials or a student who is searching for meaning in clay, this workshop will help you on your journey.

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Summer Art Bash Camp Registration is HERE! 


Ready. Set. GO! This summer will be filled with the old favorites (Summertime Pottery, Pet Portraits, and Mixed Media) as well as some exciting, new content!


Over 80% of camp has SOLD OUT! Just a few spots left in Pet Portraits and Summertime Pottery so act FAST!

REGISTER
 
 

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION?


By phone: 251-928-2228, ext. 100

By email: reanna@esartcenter.org

In person: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pm

 

CURRENT EXHIBIT

 


EXHIBIT:


“Annual Members' Juried Show”



On Display

March 7-April 25, 2025




 
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This exhibit showcases various work from the Artist Level members of the Eastern Shore Art Association. Artist Members and above are able to submit 3 original works for jurying done in any media, including painting, photography, pottery and more.


AWARD WINNERS LISTED ONLINE!

 
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Welcome, NEW Members!

 

Each week, we like to spotlight Members who have recently joined or renewed at the Art Center. 


Thanks for your continued support:



Amy Bleidorn

Janet Bell

Becky Majors

Savan Wilson

Kathy Schumacher

Debra Shelton

Anita O’Dell

Janice Budd

Andy and Joni Parvin



Membership keeps the arts alive at the 

Eastern Shore Art Center.

 

Memberships are good for one year from the time you join and include various levels of benefits. Your support makes a difference! Through membership, you support exhibitions, educational programs, community outreach and preserve the Center’s ability to offer workshops and classes for adults and children.

JOIN NOW
 

Thank You!

 
 

ESAC Programming made possible by grants from the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

 
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THANK YOU to our April Art Walk Sponsor!


The Reserve at Fairhope


Thanks to the support of local businesses, we are allowed to continue bringing these amazing events and exhibits to the community.


https://thereserveatfairhope.com/


 

Eastern Shore Art Center



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