Current and Upcoming Events

Community Arts

OPENING

Make Your Own Art

People making art
Saturdays and Sundays
Drop in 1–4 pm
785 Main Street (Commons Building) 2nd Floor Margaretville, NY 12455
Cost:
Pay-what-you-can.

Visual artist, Bea Ortiz invites all people to explore their creativity through painting, drawing and other mediums in her spacious studio in Margaretville. All ages and all experience levels are welcome in these family-friendly get togethers. Art supplies are provided. Bea is happy to support your projects, but these are not art classes—bring your own creativity!

Come and connect through art making in an environment of encouragement and support.

Past Shows and Events

Painting Party

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January 15 – February 15, 2024
2-4 pm
71 Brown Road, Big Indian, NY 12410

As part of the Margaretville "Holiday on Main" celebration, Bea Ortiz of Bea Ortiz Studio invites you to a special Community Arts event! This is your chance to explore your creativity in a welcoming and festive setting.

Bea Ortiz Studio will open its doors to the public, offering free art materials for everyone to create their own unique works of art. Whether you're an aspiring artist, a family looking for a fun activity, or simply someone who loves the magic of art, this event is perfect for all ages.

While enjoying the various vendors and activities of the "Holiday on Main" celebration, stop by Bea Ortiz Studio to:

  • Share the joy of creativity in a community environment.
  • Craft a special, handmade gift for a loved one.
  • Experience the fun and inspiration of making art together.

This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the season, connect with your community, and make something memorable. We can't wait to see what you'll create!

Performance

October 2022

January 15 – February 15, 2024
2-4 pm
71 Brown Road, Big Indian, NY 12410

Join world percussionist Arjun Bruggeman and somatic dancer Jeni Ascosi as they create on-the-spot music-and-movement responses to the organic and meditative works of artist Bea Ortiz. 
 
Part interactive performance, part improvisational conversation between art-music-movement-and bodily presence, audience members witness and contribute to the creation of spontaneous new work. 

The program runs approximately 60 minutes, with a Q&A session with the artists. Refreshments will be offered following the performance.

Dance and Choreography

Jeni Ascosi

Percussion

Arjun Bruggeman

Painting

Bea Ortiz