ASWS | Bridge the Gap: Social Media Strategy for Artists
Virtual Offering
As artists, social media is one of the primary ways our work is seen. In this interactive three-week workshop series, we will focus on developing a plan to increase your exposure on social media. By identifying the WHO, WHERE, and HOW, we will bridge the gap between us and our audience.
BMP | Game Poetics with Nkosi Nkululeko
Virtual Offering
Do you remember when you first learned the rules of chess, scrabble, Kingdom of Hearts, Dungeons & Dragons? Do you ever use games to relieve stress or process the tensions surrounding you? “Game Poetics,” led by Nkosi Nkululeko, is a virtual poetry workshop geared to explore that notion of Play.…
No Nature Closing Reception
Bronx Council on the Arts
Join us for our closing reception of No Nature, an intimate pop-up exhibition at BCA headquarters. This exhibit showcases sculptures, paintings, and site-specific works from artists who explore their relationship to nature and the city. Curated by Rachel Sydlowski, No Nature, encourages viewers to consider…
Mixed Media/Collage Workshop for Kids
Bronx Council on the Arts
The Mixed Media/Collage workshop introduces various collage techniques and new concepts, such as contrast, spaces, and prompts for the imagination. The workshop seeks to encourage students to investigate and experiment with a new medium and make personal creative choices. No previous art experience is…
Mixed Media/Collage Workshop for Pre-Teens
Bronx Council on the Arts
The Mixed Media/Collage workshop introduces various collage techniques and new concepts, such as contrast, spaces, and prompts for the imagination. The workshop seeks to encourage students to investigate and experiment with a new medium and make personal creative choices. No previous art experience is…
Beginner Drawing Workshop for Teens
Bronx Council on the Arts
The Drawing workshop will introduce students to basic drawing techniques with a focus on contour/blind contour lines to hone observation skills and hand-eye coordination. No previous art experience is required to participate!
ASWS | Bridge the Gap: Social Media Strategy for Artists
Virtual Offering
As artists, social media is one of the primary ways our work is seen. In this interactive three-week workshop series, we will focus on developing a plan to increase your exposure on social media. By identifying the WHO, WHERE, and HOW, we will bridge the gap between us and our audience.
BMP | Seeing Ourselves Then
Virtual Offering
Author and essayist Emily Bernard wrote, "The scar and the story are eternally connected." Writing our stories may help in facing our scars, retracing a time we were celebrated, and may even help us see something or someone we didn't notice before. In this 4-week writing workshop, participants will explore…
Geographies of the Self | Opening Reception
Bronx Council on the Arts
Join us on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 for our opening reception of Geographies of the Self, a group exhibition at BCA headquarters. This exhibit showcases mainly Bronx-based multidisciplinary artists who explore how imagery of the human form connect to an individual’s ancestry, as they grapple with…
BMP | Seeing Ourselves Then
Virtual Offering
Author and essayist Emily Bernard wrote, "The scar and the story are eternally connected." Writing our stories may help in facing our scars, retracing a time we were celebrated, and may even help us see something or someone we didn't notice before. In this 4-week writing workshop, participants will explore…
ASWS | Intro to NFTs for Bronx Creatives
Virtual Offering
NFT? Non-Fungible Token? Bitcoin? What are these new digital assets? These workshops are an introduction to the world of NFTs and are meant to be a guide for creatives to begin their NFT journey. Throughout our sessions, we will focus on what NFTs are, how to buy and upload them, and how they will benefit…
BMP | Seeing Ourselves Then
Virtual Offering
Author and essayist Emily Bernard wrote, "The scar and the story are eternally connected." Writing our stories may help in facing our scars, retracing a time we were celebrated, and may even help us see something or someone we didn't notice before. In this 4-week writing workshop, participants will explore…
ASWS | Intro to NFTs for Bronx Creatives
Virtual Offering
NFT? Non-Fungible Token? Bitcoin? What are these new digital assets? These workshops are an introduction to the world of NFTs and are meant to be a guide for creatives to begin their NFT journey. Throughout our sessions, we will focus on what NFTs are, how to buy and upload them, and how they will benefit…
BMP | Seeing Ourselves Then
Virtual Offering
Author and essayist Emily Bernard wrote, "The scar and the story are eternally connected." Writing our stories may help in facing our scars, retracing a time we were celebrated, and may even help us see something or someone we didn't notice before. In this 4-week writing workshop, participants will explore…
ASWS | Intro to NFTs for Bronx Creatives
Virtual Offering
NFT? Non-Fungible Token? Bitcoin? What are these new digital assets? These workshops are an introduction to the world of NFTs and are meant to be a guide for creatives to begin their NFT journey. Throughout our sessions, we will focus on what NFTs are, how to buy and upload them, and how they will benefit…
Bronx Creatives Connect
Bronx Brewery
As part of our “Bronx Expressions” program, BCA and Uptown Melody bring to you a night of performances, networking, and community at the Bronx Brewery. Throughout the night, we will showcase artists and provide a space for Bronx artists in the community to network. Featured artists are: Josue…
Appetites of Ancestry: Food Demo & Conversation ft. Bronx Eats, Inc.
Virtual Offering
BCA is collaborating with Bronx Eats Inc. to bring a food demonstration and chat with director Gail Schorsch and curator Deborah Yasinsky. Break bread with us virtually as Chef Aifra Ruiz demonstrates how to make Avocado Toast 3-ways - Mediterranean, Mexican, and Basalmic Tomato. Follow along or join…
ASWS| Finding & Understanding Your Teaching Artist Identity
Virtual Offering
Join us for an experiential workshop series brought to you in collaboration with Teaching Artist Project (TAP). In this 3 part series, we will explore our Teaching Artist identity through individual and group artmaking, reflection, and discussion. Participants will have a deeper understanding of how…
ASWS| Finding & Understanding Your Teaching Artist Identity
Virtual Offering
Join us for an experiential workshop series brought to you in collaboration with Teaching Artist Project (TAP). In this 3 part series, we will explore our Teaching Artist identity through individual and group artmaking, reflection, and discussion. Participants will have a deeper understanding of how…
Arts & Social Change
Longwood Art Gallery @ Hostos
Join us as we partner with PEN America's NYC Literary Action Coalition for a moderated panel discussion with Bronx-based artists sharing how they have leveraged their own creative voices to address structural inequities and inspire social change. Award-winning literary artist Alejandro Heredia will engage…
Wish Jar for Kids & Teens: Ancestral Workshop (Ages 6-10)
Bronx Council on the Arts
BCA is bringing you a Saturday workshop that will be fun for the whole family! Inspired by our current exhibition, Geographies of the Self, youth and parents are invited to consider their own connections to their family and ancestry. Led by featured artist, Katherine Miranda, youth will create their…
Wish Jar for Kids & Teens: Ancestral Workshop (11 & up)
Bronx Council on the Arts
BCA is bringing you a Saturday workshop that will be fun for the whole family! Inspired by our current exhibition, Geographies of the Self, youth and parents are invited to consider their own connections to their family and ancestry. Led by featured artist, Katherine Miranda, youth will create their…
ASWS| Finding & Understanding Your Teaching Artist Identity
Virtual Offering
Join us for an experiential workshop series brought to you in collaboration with Teaching Artist Project (TAP). In this 3 part series, we will explore our Teaching Artist identity through individual and group artmaking, reflection, and discussion. Participants will have a deeper understanding of how…
Geographies of the Self Closing Reception
Bronx Council on the Arts
Geographies of the Self, curated by Deborah Yasinsky and featuring the works of artists Aiki, Francheska Alcántara, Samantha Box, Patricia Cazorla, Maya Ciarrocchi, Camille Eskell, Dauris Martinez, Katherine Miranda, Tijay Mohammed, and Ruth Rodriguez is coming to an end. This exhibit showcases mainly…
Open-Air Arts Concert with John Benitez
Williamsbridge Oval Park
Take a walk to the Williamsbridge Oval to enjoy a free Bronx Expressions concert for the community featuring Latin jazz Grammy award winner John Benitez. (weather permitting).