Pontiac Community Art Center
The Pontiac Community Art Center nurtures the creativity found within the collection of artists and art groups located in the City of Pontiac and surrounding area. The Art Center is a studio, teaching space, gallery, and retail sales outlet for locally produced work. We invite you to visit our store and see the wide variety of art we offer.
The Joe Bailey Gallery
Take a look at what’s showing currently inside our gallery walls. Pontiac Community Art Center has seasonal exhibits and special exhibits. We pride ourselves in showing some of the best artworks anywhere in Pontiac.
‘Reflections of Hope’ by Christine Bennett-Weber
February 2020
The February 2020 Gallery Show at the Pontiac Community Art Center will open in the Joe Bailey Gallery on Saturday, February 1 and will run through Thursday, February 27. The Gallery Show is entitled ‘Reflections of Hope’ and features the work of artist Christine Bennett-Weber.
Christine describes ‘Reflections of Hope’ in her artist statement. "Life and renewal continue to influence the art I create, whether through the subject matter or media. Gently handling emotion and translating that via clay, pastel, watercolor. Quietly honoring both the beauty and comfort we find in our living surroundings through a glazed piece thrown on a potter's wheel, felted painting or creature. As a massage therapist, I felt a calling to provide comfort and healing to patients with serious illness at some of the most vulnerable points in their lives. As an artist, my hands continue to be the tool that allows me to share my reflections, this month focused on hope and peace restored."
News & Updates
Become a Member or Patron
September 29, 2018
If you are a resident of Livingston County or an adjoining town, you are eligible to be a contributing member. You may also become a patron if you are not an artist.
Newsletter
January 2018
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Calendar of Events
2020
Click on the calendar link to see the upcoming classes and gallery shows.
Firing Fees for Members
January 5, 2018
Click here for the cost of firing ceramics.
Art Fair Calendar
February 27, 2019
This link will show you art fairs throughout the year. Click here to view.
Dates for Jury Submissions
January 2020
These are the dates for the 2020 jury review for new members. If you would like to become a member, you will need to fill out a form, pay the $25 per year membership fee and submit 3 pieces of artwork for admission. Admissions will be accepted a week prior to jury date.
March 8
June 7
September 13
December 6
Studio Classes
Spring Classes Coming Soon
February 2020
Check back for more Spring classes!
Kids Class
February 2020
Come in and register!
Class Offerings
Spring 2019
Come join my Painting Party. It will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. If anyone is interested please give me a call at 815-822-4051. It’s going to be a laid-back atmosphere. You can bring what you want to drink and snacks and join us for a fun evening!
Kathy Zehr
Class Forms
Read the Classroom and Enrollment policies. Print the form, complete it and return it to us with payment to secure your spot in our classes.
Schedule an Event
January 1, 2023
Click here to see a list of events you can schedule at our facility.
Mon: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tue: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Wed: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Thu: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Fri: 10:00am - 5:00p.m.
Sat: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Hours
209 W. Madison
Pontiac IL
United States 61764
