Who We Are

The BBAC is a non-profit organization working to ensure that Bell Buckle and surrounding areas have a vibrant, vital arts environment. Our mission is to promote awareness, understanding and appreciation of the literary, visual and performing arts among residents of Bell Buckle and beyond and to promote the work of regional artists.  Our ongoing goals are to:

  • Provide Bell Buckle residents of all ages an understanding of the arts and how they enrich our lives  

  • Support practicing artists and local art organizations

  • Encourage economic development through the arts

  • Increase the recognition of our community as a regional arts destination

The BBAC welcomes members and audiences of every heritage, race, gender and belief and will enable participation by those with special needs and challenges to the best of our ability.

The Arts Council meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Wartrace Emporium at 6pm. We welcome prospective members to join us there.

Meet the Artists

  • Leather journal with green and orange cover, laced binding, feather decoration, 'Inspire' charm, and vintage 3-cent stamp design.

    Nancy Turner

    Mixed Media Artist

  • Indoor jungle-themed decoration with tropical plants, macrame wall hangings in pink and blue, and a fish tank at the bottom, illuminated by overhead lights.

    Marie Desilets

    Artist

  • Colorful heart made of quilled paper on a wooden surface

    Maren Ranhofer Mentz

    Quilling Artist, Jewelry Artist

  • Smiling woman standing behind a colorful cow painting in an art studio.

    Becky Shelton

    Mixed Media, Painter, Fiber Artist

  • Surreal painting of a girl sitting on a swing suspended from a parachute held by white birds, floating above a misty green forest landscape.

    Katie Hestla

    Painter

  • Stained glass panel with abstract design, featuring blue and green leaf shapes, against a textured clear glass background.

    Janie Becker

    Artistic Spirit

  • Collage with a woman in an orange dress, a blue botanical print, a quilt with white floral patterns, and colorful fabric eye masks.

    CatieBeth Thomas

    Interdisciplinary Artist

  • Illustration of a pink peony flower with green leaves on a light background

    Tasneem Arif

    Painter / Henna Artist

  • Painting of a person's face with red and pink tones framed by what appears to be a bear's face and fur, placed on a messy art workspace.

    Lisa Lane

    Creatrix

  • Vintage-style portrait adorned with gold leaves on a textured frame, featuring a woman in a high-collared green outfit with an intricate background.

    Julie Barrett

    Mixed Media Artist

  • A woman with curly blonde hair in a pink top and ripped jeans stands next to an easel displaying a colorful portrait painting. The artwork features a person with exaggerated features wearing a blue hat. The background is filled with shelves of art supplies, including various paints.

    Laurie Geisen

    Artist

  • Colorful painting of pink and orange flowers in a green vase against a black and gold background.

    Martin Atwell

    Artist

  • Abstract painting of a building with a dark blue roof, light blue walls, and a beige front against a multicolored ground and sky.

    Laura Roode

    Art Director, Visual Artist

  • Felt hat with heart brooch on mannequin with matching scarf.

    Eva Berg

    Fiber Artist

  • Abstract painting of five people on roller skates, holding briefcases, with colorful, patterned clothing against a dark background.

    Michael Bush

    Fine Artist

  • Painting by  Courtney Armistead

    Courtney Armistead

    Multimedia Painter | Collage, Acrylic, and Oil Painting

  • Handmade wire-wrapped gemstone necklaces displayed on a light surface, featuring various stones and intricate designs.

    Chandler Williams Cartozzo

    Jewelry Artist

  • Painting of a happy dog with a pink background featuring bone shapes.

    Crystal O'Neal

    Artist

  • Person holding a first place award next to a sculpture at an outdoor art event.

    Linda Robertson Gaines

    Assemblage Painter

  • Three women with long hair wearing dresses and wide-brimmed hats, one red and two white, facing a field, painted in an impressionistic style.

    Clover Honey

    Artist

  • Illustration of a person in a blue suit and white cowboy hat sitting on a red horse with black spots, playing a white guitar. The image includes the name 'Hank Williams' at the bottom, against a light blue background with white star-like decorations.

    Daniel Roode

    Artist

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