The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences (LBIF) announces an exhibition opportunity for NJ artists. The call invites artwork that celebrates & explores New Jersey’s coastline, a defining feature of the state that influences tourism, the fishing industry, waterways & navigation, politics & defense, natural beauty, & quality of life. Artwork may […]

Join us in the Ceramic Studio and enjoy a relaxed, creative environment. Those interested in ceramics can drop by and learn the basics of wheel-throwing and/or hand-building. Even experienced potters can drop by to utilize our fabulous studio. We also have pre-made ceramic items and you can choose to paint at your own pace. We […]

A directed studio environment where ideas and challenges are brought to the table and problem solved. Demos and lectures are provided as needed. The goal of this class is to make your ceramic visions a reality. The class is taught by our ceramic studio manager, Jeff. Intermediate/Advanced Ceramics Drop-In Time: Tuesday; 10:00 am – 12:00 […]

Tuesday Pastel Painting Seascapes with Renee Leopardi Fee $45/class Learn how to capture waves crashing and the soft sand of our beautiful Jersey Shores! This class will focus on the movement and colors we see from our amazing beaches of Long Beach Island. We’ll discuss the basics of pastel painting as well as exploring techniques […]

This class focuses on creating handmade lanterns or luminaries using slab-building techniques. Participants will roll out their slabs and cut out the lantern pattern using the provided templates. They will then dry, attach each piece and cut out designs that allow light to shine through the finished piece. Fee: $60 per person

What do brains and AI actually have in common, and how do they differ? Xaq will talk about cutting-edge research in neuroscience and machine learning. On the AI side, he’ll talk about generative AI like Large Language Models and video generation, and whether AI can truly be creative. On the brain side, he’ll describe what […]

Wednesday Watercolor Techniques with Carol Freas FEE $40/class Beginners to advanced painters are welcome to experience the joys of watercolor. Develop new skills with transparent color by watching demonstrations and more. Join us to advance your techniques, expand your portfolio, or elaborate on your skills. Bring supplies and a sketchbook. Please call our office for the […]

Oil + Acrylic: Landscape Painting of Waterlilies with Linda Ramsay FEE $50/class Join Linda Ramsay as she offers tips and pointers to improve work while enjoying instructed studio time in our Painter’s Loft overlooking the beautiful Barnegat Bay marsh. Beginner to Intermediate skill levels are welcome to learn acrylic and/or oil painting techniques. Class will focus […]

Join our instructor Christina to create your very own tic-tac-toe board! Start with hand rolled slabs of clay to construct the board, and create your own custom pieces with provided shapes and molds to select from. The project is easy for all ages, and is a great opportunity to bring the kids and parents together! […]