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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

DONOR LEVEL

Arthur Tonsmeire

Paul and Rebecca Canale

Buddy and Mickie Russell

IN-KIND SPONSORS

Terry Barkin

Brian & Sharon Dearing

Chip & Toni Henry

Prentiss & Beverly Smith

Trip & Lucy McVay

Jimmy & Pam Prestwood

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

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!

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.

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!

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION?

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

By email: reanna@esartcenter.org

In person: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pm

CURRENT EXHIBIT

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!

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