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Maya McPherson

Dorothy Bass

I’m an realist artist painting from life. My paintings express aesthetic moments. Some are like a soft breeze; solitary and light-feeling. Others are symphonic; rich in connection and performance. All are part of something bigger than themselves. I enjoy the juxtaposition of the living with the inanimate and the je ne sais quoi, that indescribable something, found in expressions of life. Strong drawing skills are the heart of my work. They shape the ways I use light and shadow, value, form, edges, texture, and color. And when I’ve communicated what I “saw”, that synesthesia of an instant, I sign my name.

I hope you find inspiration in my paintings. D M Bass

Collage Cards FREE Workshop

In this workshop, we’ll create collaged greeting cards using folded 4.25” × 5.5” ivory cardstock and matching envelopes, incorporating imagery from contemporary magazines alongside vintage and antique papers. All materials will be provided, and the emphasis will be on a playful, intuitive approach.

Pop-Ups for Beginners

I love making pop-ups. I’ve made them with little kids and big kids. 
Pop-up cards can become pop-up books – 
for yourself, a grandchild, niece, nephew, partner, grandparent or whomever.

Make them for yourself or for others. 
I make pop-ups just for the creative pleasure of it.

This mini hands-on workshop is for adults who are new to pop-ups.
No experience necessary.
We have all the supplies.

Creating with Cardboard

Got cardboard? Most of us do. Join us Tuesday, July 14 and get inspired with Robert who takes cardboard to another level with his 3-D cardboard & paper creations.
Robert will show how he cuts and assembles three-dimensional art elements, using paper and cardboard. He’ll be working with a variety of images on paper, some hand-printed patterned papers, inkjet prints, and hand-colored linocuts. He will also demonstrate several gluing methods, using various types of glue.

After learning techniques for working with cardboard, the BAA anticipates a lot less cardboard in the recycle bin and a lot more cardboard creations!

Barbara Benstein

I am a commission artist with 34 years of experience, specializing in creating paintings in either oils or pastels that capture the essence of individuals and pets as well as landscapes. It brings me immense joy to craft a piece that resonates with my clients. Alongside my commission work, I have dedicated the last 17 years to teaching art to teens and adults, fostering their creativity and watching them evolve as artists. Witnessing their growth and passion inspires me as much as my own artistic journey.

Mike Stabler

Many years ago, I got a BFA. I didn’t ‘do’ art for a long time. Boulder’s welcoming art community recently drew me back. I LOVE it! I primarily do watercolor, but also like to do collage and pencil sketches. I am still getting comfortable with calling myself an ‘artist.’ Regardless, I’m hopeful that you enjoy my ‘pretty good art.’

Bryan McKinney

Bryan McKinney is a Boulder-based artist who recently relocated to Colorado after spending the past 20 years living and working on St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. His work is inspired by the landscapes, wildlife, and human stories that define a sense of place. Working in watercolor, gouache, oil, and mixed media, he combines a background in illustration, mural painting, graphic design, and art education with a love of observation and craftsmanship. From plein air landscapes to figurative and narrative works, Bryan seeks to capture moments of connection between people, nature, and the environments they call home.

Mushroom Art Workshop

What is the Game of Shrooms? Game of Shrooms is like a geo cache for art,
But what kind of art? Mushroom art!

Join Ed & Jeanne at the BAA Community Studio to create mushroom art, Tuesday, June 9th, 6-8pm for the upcoming Game of Shrooms event. We have acrylic markers, color pencils, watercolors, paper as well as Sculpey for 3-D mushroom creations. We’ll also show you how to register your masterpiece to be part of the Game of Shrooms, a worldwide event which happens June 13th, 2026.

From Landscape to Language

Join contemporary abstract painter Andrea Wedell for an immersive, 90-minute session that bridges the gap between the natural world and the abstract canvas. This
presentation is designed for artists of all levels who want to move past “literal”
representation and develop a personal visual language rooted in the energy of their surroundings.