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Pablo Picasso famously said, "It took me a lifetime to learn to paint like a child." And he was right!

Children are the world’s best artists. So, art teachers, parents, and libraries around the County of Sullivan are doing their part by hosting events where kids get to show off their stuff.

Then, in August, we’re planning an exhibition of the work at the County's leading arts center, so young people can have the experience of an opening night.

Artists up to age 16 can have their work included in the August 3 Grand Opening Reception by attending feeder events listed below, or submitting their work directly.

May 17, 2025
For info or to register for a feeder event for young artists at the Narrowsburg branch 11 AM - 2 PM on May 17, use this link.

June 14, 2025
There is also a feeder event at the Callicoon Branch of the WSPL from 12:30 - 3:30 PM on June 14. To register use this link.

June 21, 2025

Plans are in the works for a Picasso Was Right! young artist painting party at the The Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library. Details and link to follow.

July 25, 2025
Another session is at the Jeffersonville Branch of the WSPL from 4 - 7 PM, July 25. To register use this link.

School groups, scout groups, libraries, and art galleries are encouraged to inspire young artists by hosting their own painting party.

We're hoping to partner with a leading regional arts center for a grand finale exhibit/reception, where the young artists will get the experience of an opening night.

For more information, contact barryvilleareaarts@gmail.com.

With parental permission, entrants may also be included in a YouTube video of At he event to be posted on the Artists’ Market Community Center YouTube Channel.

This project sponsored by the Western Sullivan Public Library, the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, and the Barryville Area Arts Association, and made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a program of the NYS Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the NY State Legislature and administered by the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, and a Community Development Grant from Sullivan 180.


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	Picasso Was Right! Events Pablo Picasso famously said, "It took me a lifetime to learn to paint like a child." And he was right! Children are the world’s best artists. So, art teachers, parents, and libraries around the County of Sullivan are doing their part by hosting events where kids get to show off their stuff. Then, in August, we’re planning an exhibition of the work at the County's leading arts center, so young people can have the experience of an opening night. Artists up to age 16 can have their work included in the August 3 Grand Opening Reception by attending feeder events listed below, or submitting their work directly. May 17, 2025 For info or to register for a feeder event for young artists at the Narrowsburg branch 11 AM - 2 PM on May 17, use this link. June 14, 2025 There is also a feeder event at the Callicoon Branch of the WSPL from 12:30 - 3:30 PM on June 14. To register use this link. June 21, 2025 Plans are in the works for a Picasso Was Right! young artist painting party at the The Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library. Details and link to follow. July 25, 2025 Another session is at the Jeffersonville Branch of the WSPL from 4 - 7 PM, July 25. To register use this link. School groups, scout groups, libraries, and art galleries are encouraged to inspire young artists by hosting their own painting party. We're hoping to partner with a leading regional arts center for a grand finale exhibit/reception, where the young artists will get the experience of an opening night. For more information, contact barryvilleareaarts@gmail.com. With parental permission, entrants may also be included in a YouTube video of At he event to be posted on the Artists’ Market Community Center YouTube Channel. This project sponsored by the Western Sullivan Public Library, the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, and the Barryville Area Arts Association, and made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a program of the NYS Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the NY State Legislature and administered by the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, and a Community Development Grant from Sullivan 180. Ongoing YouTube Series BAAA sponsors many of the shows produced for the AMCC YouTube Channel. Our most popular series, now in it's third season, is "The Art of Gardening". Check that out : HERE Additionally, we have sponsored the series, "Art Journaling with Mef Gannon" HERE "Understanding History Through Art" HERE "There Are No Small Parts with John DiLeo" HERE PANDEMIC POEMS AND PAINTINGS A Celebration of Kindred Spirits: Painters and Poets VIEW ONLINE NOW "Poets and painters constitute a special class of their own, like the circus people". This quote, spoken affectionately by writer Gerald Brenan, is the inspiration for a "Celebration of Kindred Spirits" for National Poetry Month. Premiered live on YouTube April 4 and available for your viewing pleasure HERE Participating poets include Norma Bernstock, Nancy Dymond, Sally Quinn Hendee, Anna Gossett Johnson, Lisa Locurto, Mort Malkin, Johnny Robinson, Nick Roes, and Nicole Slevin. Participating artists include Judith Cramer, Mef Gannon, Laurny de Leeuw, Nancy Dymond, Sally Quinn Hendee, Rena Hotinger, Lisa Locurto, Claudine Luchsinger, Ari Mir-Pontier, Dixie Rich, Jodi Winship Roth, and Elva Zingaro. "A Celebration of Kindred Spirits: Painters and Poets" is sponsored by the Barryville Area Arts Association, and made possible by grants from the Richard L. Snyder Fund, administered through the Greater Pike Community Foundation, and through a grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. Coming Soon: Christine Innaco It all started with a highly unusual hobby: taking selfies in abandoned buidings. But it's grown into "Elegance in Abandonment" a body of work that has taken Christine all across the world. It includes photos as well as poetry. Don't miss this chance to meet Christine and see her work up close. \| Return Home \| Our Current Projects \| Plein Air Adventures \| Past Projects \| Make A Donation \| BAAA In The News \| Our Generous Benefactors \| Sullivan Sings \| BAAA Members \|