Bottlebrush Gallery & Center for the Arts

We’re all scared of something. Ghosts, spiders, zombies, knife-wielding maniacs, things that go bump in the night. But is there anything weirder than a creepy baby doll? That initial feeling of sweetness and innocence offset by that vacant stare and bizarre clothing… so far from a harmless, sweet toy.

Announcing our first CREEPY BABY DOLL CONTEST held Oct. 26, 2024 on Haunted Harmony night. Think “Halloween for Adults” in our historic town known for spiritual activity.

You’re invited to submit your original creepy baby dolls by bringing them to the Bottlebrush Gallery and Center for the Arts, 539 Main Street, Harmony, weekends only: Friday 11am-5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12pm-4pm. Last day to drop off your spooky creations is Friday, October 25, 4pm.

Contest Guidelines:
– Limit two entries per person.
– Dolls should be no more than 2′ tall.
– Go wild with this idea but no nudity or profanity please. All dolls will go through a review for acceptance by Bottlebrush Gallery and the Harmony Business Association.
– All dolls must be original, no commercial, mass market dolls. Show us YOUR creativity!
– No photos of dolls, only actual dolls
– Each doll should have a tag attached with its name and your contact information. If you want to include a description of the doll’s creepiness, feel free!
– Entry fee of $5 per doll, due at time of drop-off at the Gallery.
– Voting will be held at the Gallery on Saturday, Oct 26, 11am-8pm.

You can vote for your favorite creepy doll by purchasing a ticket during our Haunted Harmony event ($1 each) and dropping it into that doll’s box. The doll with the most tickets will receive a CASH award, a ribbon and bragging rights. If we get enough entries, we will have 2nd and 3rd prizes. Get your friends to vote for your doll!

Show us what you’ve got! You can’t creep us out.

Check out our spooky fun Haunted Harmony day/evening for adults Oct 26th here:
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In Harmony, the kids have Sleepy Hollow Festival and Halloween Trick or Treat… the adults have Haunted Harmony! For more information: https://www.facebook.com/share/bhj5DU3rwpd3MXx3/

Opening reception September 7, 2024 2-4pm. Refreshments served. Stop by and view this beautiful show! On display from September 7-29, 2024.

Life’s too short to make boring art, right? We’re always coming up with fun art ideas. Have you tried our alcohol inks on tile? Light your art on fire! Open classes, group classes… even alcohol inks on tile for kids (no fire though). We have ongoing alcohol ink classes, contact us for available dates through our Facebook page or call the gallery, 724.452.0539.

FULL, THANK YOU!

Have you always wanted to try watercolor painting? Beth Slagle of the Cranberry Artists Network is teaching a beginning watercolor class at the Gallery March 14, 21, 28 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Class details: https://fb.me/e/3vpsSHzWX Note: This is not the painting you will be working on, only an example of Beth’s work. We hope to see you!

Our Women’s Creative Circle met February 15 to learn the basics of watercolor painting from Pittsburgh artist Beth Slagle. Beth will be offering a full-length watercolor basics class three evenings in March. Watch this space for more information!

Our Women’s Creative Circle is back for 2024! February’s group learned basic watercolor painting, taught by Pittsburgh artist Beth Slagle. All women ages 13 and older are welcome to join this monthly class, no artistic talent needed– our teaching artists are experienced and can teach at beginner or advanced levels.