The A.E Backus Museum is delighted to announce its 63rd Season schedule for 2023-24. The Backus Museum’s planned series of special exhibitions and signature events will give visitors, residents, and guests an exciting array of opportunities to explore and revisit with friends and family this year. The 2023-24 season will debut on October 8 with […]
The Backus Museum announces its Call to Artists for the annual juried photography competition “Through the Eye of the Camera” Through the Eye of the Camera, the A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery’s annual juried photography exhibition, returns to provide amateur and professional artists a great opportunity to be a part of this enduring and coveted […]
One on one sessions with artist Maricel Ruiz. Schedule a consultation to review your portfolio and Maricel will provide personalized mentoring to fit your artistic needs. She will assist you with writing entrance acceptance essays and your portfolio development for magnet school or college/university applications. Working artists may also schedule a portfolio review to gain […]
Group Art Classes with Artist Maricel Ruiz, MFA. Classes will introduce students to the art elements and principles of design through daily sketching activities and individualized drawing and painting lessons for kids and teens. Seats are limited. Hours are divided by age groups. 9:30 am- 10:30 am for ages 5-7, 11:00 am- 12:00 pm for […]