Art of all subject matter and mediums will be coming in all summer, replacing art that is sold. 
We will accept art that has not been shown in the gallery before. Work will start being received on April 30 and will be accepted all summer long. There will be an entry fee for nonmembers BAI of $15 per submitted work of art, limit of 3 pieces per artist or consignor unless other arrangements are made.

POSTCARDS FROM THE LAND OF YOD: Premier solo exhibit of the incredible photographs of Miranda Remington. Each photograph has a story that draws in the viewer. In the North Gallery.

Artist Carol Lindemulder will have a showing of her new work and several of her older scenes in our special event alcove. Carol will also hold a book signing of her new book, “Color and Contrast”, during the opening reception on October 8, 4:00 to 7:00 pm. 

THE ART OF FLORA and FAUNA: Artistic work in a variety of mediums celebrating the wonderful plants and animals of our world. Work will be accepted October 1 and 2, 10:30 to 3:00 in the gallery. There will be an entry fee for nonmembers of BAI of $15 per submitted work of art, limit of 3 pieces per artist. Opening reception October 8, 2022 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm.

PHILOSOPHY OF WATER, THE ART OF WESTON RIFFLE: Weston’s paintings depict the struggles and relationships Southern Californian's have with the physical and social environment. His work will hang in the North Gallery in conjunction with the Flora and Fauna Show. Opening reception October 8, 2022, 4:00 to 7:00 pm.

Our local Latino community will once again hold a celebration in the BAI Gallery and welcomes everyone to celebrate this special time with them, view all the poignantly beautiful altars and partake in traditional foods and drink. 

EXPRESSIONS IN THE ABSTRACT: Returning to BAI for the sixth time, this popular exhibit will feature abstract art by a small select group of invited artists showing both wall art and sculptures. Opening reception November 5, 2022, 4:00 to 7:00 pm. 

ABSTRACT DETRITUS: A show of mixed media using discarded and found artifacts, reclaimed objects to create abstract works of art. Opening reception, in conjunction with the Earth’s Elements show, December 3, 2022, 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Work accepted November 26-27, 2022, in the gallery 10:30 to 3:00. There will be an entry fee for nonmembers of BAI of $15 per submitted work of art, limit of 3 pieces per artist unless other arrangements are made. Work will be displayed in the North Gallery.

CELEBRATING EARTH’S ELEMENTS: CLAY, GLASS, WOOD, METAL and FIBER: A show of selected work in materials of the earth featuring talented artists from throughout the Southwest. Opening reception, December 3, 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Work accepted November 26 and 27, in the gallery 10:30 to 3:00. See Information for Artists in the pull-down menu under Gallery on our website for submission information. There will be an entry fee for nonmembers of BAI of $25 per artist.

A SHOW OF CONTEMPORARY LATIN AMERICAN ART: Selected works of art by artists of Latino heritage or art that has been strongly influenced by the Latino culture including a special showing by BARBARA RIVERA.

Opening reception with Mariachi music, January 7, 2023, 3 to 5:00 pm. Work accepted December 30-January 1.

A collection of new paintings by Latina artist Barbara Rivera, Showing in conjunction with the Contemporary Latin American Art show. Will hang in the North Gallery. Opening reception, January 7, 2023, 3:00-5:00 PM. 

Contact www.theabf.org for information regarding entry into the contest. Opening reception and awards presentation to be held February 4, 2023, in the North Wing of the BAI Gallery, 3:00 to 5:00 pm.

THE ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY:  A show of photographic art.  Opening reception February 4, 2023, 3:00 to 5:00 pm.

Work will be accepted January 28 and 29 in the gallery, 10:30 to 3:00. There will be an entry fee for nonmembers of BAI of $15 per submitted work of art, limit of 3 pieces per artist.

17th ANNUAL PLEIN AIR INVITATIONAL: Plein Air starts with a weeklong event, March 6-11, featuring 13 invited artists to paint en plein air culminating in a judging of work and awards.

WORK WILL CONTINUE TO HANG IN THE GALLERY THROUGH APRIL 2.  

Reception and Awards to be held March 11, 3 to 5:00 pm.

BORREGO SPRINGS ART GUILD MEMBERS SHOW:  Annual show of art by members of the Borrego Springs Art Guild.

Work will be accepted April 1 and 2 in the gallery, 10:30 to 3:00. There will be an entry fee for nonmembers of BAI of $15 per submitted work of art, limit of 3 pieces per artist.

Opening reception Saturday, April 8, 3:00 to 5:00 pm.

CELEBRATING THE SUMMER SHOW: Art of all subject matter and mediums will be coming in all summer, replacing art that is sold.

We will accept art that has not been shown in the gallery before. Work will start being received on April 29 in the gallery 10:30 to 3:00 and will be accepted all summer long.

There will be an entry fee for nonmembers BAI of $15 per submitted work of art, limit of 3 pieces per artist or consignor unless other arrangements are made.