For over 70 years, the Buenaventura Art Association (BAA)
has been at the heart of Ventura’s creative community, connecting artists, engaging the public, and nurturing artistic growth at every stage. Experience our events and workshops, designed to inspire, connect, and create.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Printmaking Workshop
With Gracie

Join us at the Buenaventura Art Association center for a 3 hour Printmaking workshop
as we draw, carve, and stamp the night away! 

NOVEMBER 13, 2026
4:00PM - 7:00PM

MORE DETAILS HERE

Plein Air to Studio Painting

2-Day Workshop with Dan Schultz

Learn how to take a small plein air painting and develop it into a larger studio piece.

In this two-day workshop, artist Dan Schultz will demonstrate his plein air painting techniques and share how he approaches the transition from outdoor studies to larger studio paintings.

MORE DETAILS HERE

MORE DETAILS HERE

Still Life Lessons in Oil or Acrylic
with Anette Power

Strengthen your painting skills
One essential lesson at a time.

Join artist Anette Power for a four-session still life painting series designed for beginner to intermediate artists. Each class focuses on a different fundamental skill to help you build stronger compositions, make more confident color choices, and develop more expressive brushwork.

STARRING TODAY October 19
and for 3 other Mondays
October 26, November 23 & November 30

Join us Today!

WHIMSICAL MANDALA TURKEY WORKSHOP

Create a Festive Thanksgiving Mandala with Joanne Grimm
Celebrate the season with a little creativity!

Join mandala artist Joanne Grimm for a hands-on workshop where you’ll paint a colorful Whimsical Mandala Turkey on an extra-large 6" hand-cast stone. Using acrylic paint and Joanne’s signature dot-painting techniques, you’ll create a vibrant Thanksgiving-inspired piece that’s full of color, pattern, and personality.

Perfect for beginners through advanced artists. Your 6" hand-cast stone, acrylic paints, and materials are provided.

Join us Today!

- SUNSET RESET -

YOUR SUNDAY CREATIVE BREAK

BAA’s Art INSIDEout invites you to Sunset Reset, a free weekly open studio every Sunday from 6–8 PM at the Buenaventura Art Center. Drop in to work on your own art project, create something new, connect with fellow artists, or simply hang out and enjoy a creative evening. Some supplies are available, or feel free to bring your own..

FREE • EVERY SUNDAY • DROP IN

Every Sunday | 6–8 PM
BAA Art Center (New Location)

No pressure. No agenda. Just art, connection, and a little Sunday reset. 

Join us Today!

(Space is limited)