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Discover your creative side at White Bear Center for the Arts

From hands-on classes in ceramics, painting, fiber arts, and more to inspiring exhibitions and community events, WBCA is your art center to explore, create, and connect.

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At WBCA, we believe that everyone has an artist inside them waiting to be discovered. Explore hundreds of art classes for all ages and abilities to learn something new, build community, or grow as an artist.

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Exhibitions

Our exhibition spaces are more than just a space—they are a vibrant platform for showcasing diverse perspectives, nurturing emerging and established artists in our community and beyond, and a place for people to gather.

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Imagine Art

Spark creativity all summer long at Imagine Art, WBCA’s youth art camp! Happening this June through August for grades 1-8.

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Sep-Dec Classes Are Open for WBCA Members

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Classes open for registration on Wednesday, August 6.

Upcoming Classes

Studio Social

Aug 13, 2025 6:00PM—9:00PM

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Mending Lab (RESCHEDULED)

Aug 21, 2025 6:00PM—8:00PM

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Intermediate to Advanced Painting

Sep 02, 2025 1:00PM—Sep 30, 2025 3:30PM

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Life Drawing

Sep 02, 2025 10:00AM—12:30PM

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Photography Technique and Critique

Sep 03, 2025 6:30PM—Dec 03, 2025 8:30PM

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Taming the Wild Memoir, an Ongoing Project    

Sep 03, 2025 1:00PM—Oct 08, 2025 3:30PM

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Beginners Still Life Oil Painting

Sep 05, 2025 10:00AM—Sep 26, 2025 12:30PM

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Painting with Fire: Enameled Earrings

Sep 06, 2025 10:00AM—1:00PM

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Upcoming Events

Into Nature Community Reception and Award Ceremony

Thursday, August 7, 6:00-8:00 PM

Celebrate the beauty of summertime in White Bear Lake. View works of art painted en plein air around the community during the Into Nature Plein Air Competition. Hear from this year’s judge and learn about the award winners.

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"Fiber Optics: A Textile & Fiber Arts Exhibition" Community Reception

Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 6:00-8:00 PM
Curator talk at 7:00 PM

“Fiber Optics” is a curated group exhibition showcasing selected works from regionally based fiber artists working across various techniques and traditions. At this community reception, hear from the curators about their selections.

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Lecture: 1939, The Greatest Year in Cinema History

Wednesday, August 27, 6:30-7:30 PM

Step back in time to explore the year that is widely regarded as one of the most pivotal years in film history. Dive deep into more than a dozen films released in 1939 that shaped the cinematic landscape and continue to influence filmmakers today.

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“Futuros Posibles / Possible Futures” Opening Reception

Thursday, September 11, 6:00-8:00 PM
Curator & artist panel at 7:00 PM

What if Latin American cultures had developed, all the way through our contemporary times, without the impact of colonization? Hear from the artists and curators about their Latin cultural backgrounds and a reimagined and current perspective.

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What Visitors Are Saying:

“Signing up for classes at WBCA is the best thing I've done for myself in decades. Thank you for providing such a wide range of class formats and a beautiful facility to utilize.” —Mary Claire R.

“WBCA brings together a wonderful community of talented artists, many who share their knowledge, and many more who continue to build their skills. It’s an excellent place to interact with fellow artists in classes and during other events.” —Wendy S.

“WBCA is a warm, welcoming art community. The center offers a wide variety of events and classes for all artistic levels, from newcomers to experienced artists. Come, experiment and find your favorite new medium!” —Lisa S.

“We love our art center.  Even if we are not creating works, we are being exposed to many types of art we have never seen and or heard of before. I always enjoy new art and the artists.  The programs that are offered encompass many areas of creativity and appreciation for the arts.” —John W.