First Friday - Feb. 4th, 2022
Please make sure to
JOIN US!
Feb. 4th, 2022
FIRST FRIDAY
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
@BellArtsFactory
432 N. Ventura Avenue
Ventura CA 93001
In exchange of a minimum suggested $10 donation obtain a
MIXED MEDIA HEART PRINT
created by local artists from our community.
We will have many hearts for you to choose from.
Your donations help Bell Arts Factory keep its mission alive which includes:
To provide opportunities and facilities for the creation and presentation of works of art;
To support multicultural arts education programs in collaboration with schools and other private agencies and individuals;
To strengthen the arts as an essential part of the economy of Ventura, California;
To create arts and education programs that will heighten artistic awareness within the community and enrich the quality of life for all citizens of Ventura, California.
Bell Arts Factory Artists
opening their studios:
Studio 30
/ Galería Cooperativa
Andrew Rodriguez
Cesar Aldana
Sergio Martinez
Sué Franco
Suzanne Rattigan
Yumiko Glover
Studio 32
Rêves de Sabine
Studio 35
Nova Clite
Studio 50
Stephen Harper
Studio 70
The Tool Room Gallery
Porfirio Gutierrez
Studio 78
Imelda Chavira
Studio 86
Ben Bibriesca
Studio 88
Dawn R
Studio 97
Maribel Hernández
Studio 99
Buenaventura
Art Association
Open Studios
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Nova Clite in Studio 35 will continue to offer our 100-day art challenge works, and she will have one large print (24×24″ matted and framed) for sale (#70 Out of the Dark – above right). I will also have a new painting “Strength” acrylic on canvas, 24×32″ (above left).
Stephen Harper is an artist specializing in oil and acrylic mediums, with both paintings and prints available for purchase. He has been painting since 2016 and has amassed a large amount of work since. Stephen will be in Studio 50 throughout the evening showcasing new artworks on canvas as well as unveiling a vibrant collection of clothing inspired by his new series called “Look Aliv”.
Ben Bibriesca Photography Studio 86
Sweethearts Photo Shoot: Bring a partner, friend or family member and pose for a Valentines Day, 2000’s inspired photoshoot. Includes: 1 digital image of choice ($10 suggested donation).
Dawn Reily in Studio 88 will have a lot of new beaded jewelry featuring the color pink for Valentine’s Day and some new ocean jewelry. She is also hiding 1 special paper crane in her studio, if it is found the winner gets $10 off coupon to be used towards her merchandise.
Maribel Hernández will be at Studio 96 painting LIVE. Make sure not to miss coming by between 6:00 – 9:00 pm.
W I L D H E R will be playing in the Community Room 7:30 – 8:30 pm.
Are you trying to find entertainment that reframes patriarchal narratives without romanticizing the apocalypse?
The band W I L D H E R may be just the reprieve you need.
W I L D H E R is a five piece folk-rock band based in Ventura, California. With musical influences such as CSNY, Karen Dalton, & Chavela Vargas,
W I L D H E R asks audiences to explore concepts of reclamation & self determination.
Songwriters Sophia Montano & Jack Keough produce music that dances between confrontation, ecstasy, & melancholy. With musicians Maddy Doss (bass), Fabio Rodriguez (electric guitar), & Martin Rojas (drums),
W I L D H E R is a band not to be missed.
W I L D H E R’s debut album is coming this summer, so make sure to check out our instagram @wildher.music for updates on streaming, and an invite to our ALBUM DROP party!
For booking, inquiry, or collaboration please contact Sophia Montano on Instagram @wildher.music or via email at wildherband.booking@gmail.com
Bell Arts Factory
welcomes the following VENDORS:
@artsworkbygrabriela
@molagueloera
@somos_ketzaly
@the.bread.box.ventura
@yfdesigns13
COMMUNITY ROOM
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
You have helped us continue bringing our community together through the arts, in spite of the countless difficulties brought on by
the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aided by the generosity of our donors, our most important arts programs successfully pivoted to virtual events, exhibitions, and classes, allowing us to provide kids in our neighborhoods
access to the arts through virtual Zoom programs like
Creando en Casa con Bell Arts Factory.
Will you make a monthly contribution of
$10
to Bell Arts Factory
and keep Ventura filled with art, dance, music, and culture?
Thank you Ventura County
for continuing to do your part to
#SlowTheSpread of COVID-19.
Remember to wear your mask indoors in public settings even if you are fully vaccinated as an added layer of protection for yourself and unvaccinated residents.
Please bring your mask to FIRST FRIDAYS at Bell Arts Factory.