OWN A PIECE OF HISTORY!  SUPPORT THE BAY SCHOOL!

For a limited time, Bay School Board member Ray Stubblebine has
offered to allow the Bay School to sell select historic and current photos
taken over the course of his career to benefit the Bay School. Everything
after printing and delivery costs is a benefit to the Bay School.
Photos will be available to order starting December 1.

Art Speaks Juried Exhibition

Our annual statewide juried exhibition is scheduled for April 25 - May 25, 2026. Open to Virginia artists working in all media, this exhibition showcases the best of Virginia's contemporary art. We are accepting artist applications now!

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  • December Artist of the Month: Denise Bush

    Denise considers herself a serial crafter. She became immersed in jewelry making after leaving the Navy. Denise has spent time exploring and perfecting her creative techniques. Her grandma Zoa started “that crafting bug” by teaching her to embroider before she could even write. Now Denise creates jewelry that incorporates delicate flowers from her garden and other intricate designs that use anything she can find from vintage buttons to botanicals.

    Learn More & View Her Work 
  • Winter-Spring 2026 Classes Open for Enrollment

    We have something for EVERYONE! We offer plenty of opportunities to indulge your creativity and learn something new by taking a Bay School art class. You also can download copies of available catalogs or request hard copies.

    View & Enroll 
  • Upcoming Opportunities for Exhibition

    Check out upcoming shows currently accepting entries.

    View & Download Prospectuses 
  • Holiday Art Kits to Go Discounted

    Get our latest Art Kits to Go, which feature a fall, Thanksgiving, and winter holiday themes to celebrate the season! You can come by the gallery to pick one up or purchase it online.

    Buy One Now 
  • Get Your Own Bay School Hat, Apron, or Tote Bag!

    The Bay School now has baseball caps, aprons, and totes available for purchase that display our logo.

    See & Shop the Collection 
  • Join The Bay School's Creative Circle Open Studio and Reignite Your Creative Spark

    We're starting the New Year with a new opportunity for artists to get together, share ideas, and make art in a community environment. The Creative Circle meets every 2nd Tuesday, and new Reigniting Your Creative Spark sessions are the 4th Tuesday each month. Participation is FREE; come to one session or come to all.

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  • Become a Volunteer!

    Want to be part of a fun-loving, creative community? Consider volunteering with us at one of our many events or exhibitions.

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  • Enjoy the Benefits of Membership!

    Become part of a vibrant community of art lovers and creative individuals of all ages. Our updated and improved membership program offers our community even more reasons to join us!

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