The Bayfield Sails Project initiated by the Bayfield Centre for the Arts (BCA) in 2022 is about to culminate in a special viewing of the completed sailboat sculptures at an event in Clan Gregor Square over the weekend of May 13-14. The Bayfield Sails Project is intended to honor the marine history of Bayfield and Lake Huron. The completed project consists of six sailboat sculptures, made of iron
Thanks to Huron County funding, the Bayfield Mural by artist Meaghan Kehoe is now completed! As a first of its kind mural painted in Bayfield, and part of a mural trail planned for 6 communities in Huron County, the Bayfield mural is a huge success. The sweeping organic edges of the east and west sides of the mural draw the eye from the plain walls of the Bayfield
The BCA presents the final sketch for the mural to be painted on the arena wall on Jane St. with funds provided by Huron County Economic Development. The BCA along with a volunteer community committee is managing the mural from concept to completion. The Great Blue Heron in the mural represents the graceful and abundant bird life of Bayfield and can be found on the river banks
BCA proposes to install 6 sailboat sculptures, made of iron and powder coated, with "sails" made of lexan that are hand painted by artists and installed on Municipal properties in Bayfield. The Bayfield Sails Project intends to honour the marine history of Bayfield and Lake Huron with the design of the hulls replicating specific boats such as the Helen McLeod and the sailboats manufactured by Bayfield Boat
“I am pleased to announce John Rishworth as BCA’s Executive Director. John is taking the helm at an opportune time, as we emerge from the pandemic and look to the future”, says Leslee Squirrell, BCA President. “John brings more than 3 decades of experience working in marketing, communications, fundraising events and leadership development, most recently as Vice President Business Development at Infinity Communications.” “I’m excited to be
Year of Land or Lake An "off the wall" style fundraiser for the BCA. In 2021 we held our first very successful event. We received donations of over 50 paintings and welcomed close to 350 visitors during this two-day event. We listened to our artist and guest suggestions and have made some exciting changes for 2022. CONCEPT: This is a fundraising event for the Bayfield Centre For The Arts
Listen to BCA President Leslee Squirrell and Hollywood Director Brad Turner speak about the Bayfield Centre For The Arts here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLCKTfN5ZFnCQdeveoriYw
Friday AUGUST 20, 2021 TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR THIS FUN, MAIN STREET EVENT More info and buy tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/year-of-the-barn-art-exhibition-and-fundraiser-tickets-154099426533 SOAPSTONE CARVING with Lloyd Stonehouse Saturday August 28,2021 DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO TAKE THIS FUN WORKSHOP! This is a one of a kind opportunity to take part in a workshop and go home with a significant soapstone carving done by your own hand. Lloyd guarantee’s you will have
Dual lifelong passions (art and people) are being united to bring to life a community-based centre called the Bayfield Centre for the Arts. When it is full functioning, the centre will enrich the lives of area residents and visitors to this lakeside community. It will host exhibits, workshops and studios amidst the natural beauty of Huron County. The idea started on a front step, sprouted in a Bayfield
