Bay Arts

06/13/2026

Art is at the center of Arts in Bloom - The Bay Arts Garden Party. When you walk into the Panama City Center for the Arts on July 11, you’ll not only see the beautiful works of the Southern Watercolor Society and other local artwork on the walls, you’ll also get to meet local artists and share in the joy of their craft through live demonstrations throughout this historic venue.

This is more than just an elegant garden party—it’s a chance to invest in the Arts and contribute to how it shapes our lives.

TICKETS ARE LIMITED! Includes 2 drink tickets per guest, as well as Bay Arts Alliance Membership perks. Visit bayarts.org/artsinbloom to add your name to the guest list and learn more about this special event.

All proceeds help support Bay Arts Alliance's creative programming that brings art and all its benefits to every corner of Bay County.

🌺: Sydni Gause
✏️: Steven Mincey
🏺: Jaweria Rizvi

06/10/2026

Check out this !

📣 Calling All Artists 📣 New America 250 Exhibition at Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport

The Cultural Arts Alliance, in partnership with Bay Arts Alliance and Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP), is calling artists to submit artwork for a special exhibition celebrating America’s 250th Birthday and Florida’s unique role in our nation’s history, culture, and future. 🎨✨🇺🇸

Inspired by the Florida Department of Transportation’s America 250 Florida campaign, this exhibition will showcase original artwork reflecting the spirit of the State of Florida and commemorating the Semiquincentennial of the United States. 🐊🐠🌴

Selected works will be displayed at Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year, providing exceptional exposure for participating artists.

‼️ Please review the criteria below and submit your application ONLINE via email to [email protected] prior to 11:59 p.m. CST on June 17, 2026

Visit CulturalArtsAlliance.com/art-matters-blog to learn more about the theme and exhibit dates

Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport | Bay Arts

06/08/2026

🎨 Summer Art Camp is officially underway!

Get ready for an exciting season of creativity, imagination, and hands-on fun. We have a fantastic lineup of projects designed to challenge, inspire, and help our young artists explore their creative side.

There’s still time to join the fun! Each week features new and unique projects, so campers can sign up for multiple weeks and enjoy fresh creative experiences every time they attend.

Come create, explore, and make something amazing with us this summer!

https://bayarts.square.site/summer-art-camp

05/29/2026

MEET THE INSTRUCTOR: Angela Castagnola

Having taught all kinds of creative workshops for decades, Angela has also been a business owner, as well as a professional showing artist around some of the world. From Seattle, Portland and Palm Springs to the Virgin Islands, Denmark and Argentina, and from 6-year-olds to titans of technology, industry and sciences, Angela Castagnola has led and coached others to have fun with, enjoy, find their voice and COMPLETE their creative projects! Whether visual arts, business, musical projects, book projects, film projects or you-name-it, Angela has guided creatives (and those who didn’t think they were creative) to understand the importance of art in our souls and our culture.

Just having moved to Panama City with her husband, two dogs and two cats, Angela is excited to be a part of the beautiful and vibrant community of Bay County!

“Guiding a group to create very unique and individual works of art is my goal; celebrating with well-edited and completed creations is my delight!”

Our next Creator's Quest series begins Thursday, June 11. Ready to begin? Save your spot now at https://bayarts.square.site

05/15/2026

Whether you’re discovering a new hobby, learning a new skill, or simply looking for a creative way to connect with your loved one, Jaweria is there every step of the way to guide you through the art of wheel throwing. We've seen students leave feeling accomplished, inspired, and eager to keep creating, so we asked the artist herself to reflect on the impact teaching has had on her own journey:

“For the past six years, teaching pottery at the Panama City Center for the Arts has been one of the most meaningful parts of my life. What began as an opportunity to share my passion for ceramics has grown into a source of personal growth and genuine connection. The Center has provided a creative home where I have been able to evolve not only as an artist, but also as an educator. Watching individuals experience pottery for the first time—and seeing how art can foster comfort, self-expression, and joy—has been deeply rewarding.”

Artists like Jaweria make our programs truly special, reminding us that art isn’t decoration—it’s infrastructure. It builds confidence, connection, and community in ways that stay with people long after they leave the studio. Thank you, Jaweria, for being part of our story and for helping so many students shape meaningful memories—both on and off the wheel.

05/12/2026

Here’s a story that’ll cheer you up on this gloomy day.

Natalie was just about to load our kiln at the Panama City Center for the Arts and found this little fledgling trapped in the vent!

Natalie could not proceed without the bird being harmed, and when its chirping turned to cries for help, Joe and Damien with the City of Panama City swooped in to save the little fledgling—And repaired the vent so it won’t happen again.

Luckily the baby bird was reunited with mama who was nested very close by—and had lunch waiting for him!

02/05/2026

The Spring Festival of the Arts was a staple event for Historic Downtown Panama City, running for 46 years until 2015. This year, we're bringing it back with our FLLUXE Fine Arts Market, where dozens of local and regional artists will showcase their high-quality works from a variety of mediums.​

In this juried art market, we'd love to see artists with works in mediums such as:
• Oils • Acrylics • Photography • Wood • Metal • Fiber • Glass • Ceramics • Sculpture • Jewelry • Pastels • Mixed Media and more!

We are still accepting applications, but don't wait.
Applications are due by February 14.

Vending Dates:
March 7 & 8

Total cost to vend:
$60 Member / $75 Not-Yet-Member
Price covers a 10’x10’ space for Saturday and Sunday. You must supply your own tent, tables and chairs.

Become a member of Bay Arts today by visiting bayarts.org/join

Official correspondence will only be via email [email protected]

Apply now at flluxeartsfestival.com/vendor-booth

02/01/2026

Check it out! INV Performing Arts presents Frozen Jr. February 27-28 & March 6!

Use code Art4All for free tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/frozen-jr-tickets-1979578121450