All Mixed Up

January 6 – February 17
Reception: January 6, 7 - 9 pm

All Mixed UP is a new competition show for all of our mixed media artists. What is mixed media? Artwork that was created using more than one medium. Assemblages, collages, and sculpture are three common examples of art using different media. Come see how artists use materials in unique ways to create a work of art. Awards will be given out to the top three artworks, chosen by fellow artist, Mara Manning. This is the first exhibit of its kind here at the Bonifas and we are hoping to add it to our rotation of competition shows--joining Fabrications and the Photography exhibits.

Youth In Art

March 3 – March 31
Open House: 4—7 pm
Grades K— 5th & Learning Center: March 16, 4-7pm
Grades 6th—12th: March 17 4-7 pm

The Bonifas Art Center sets aside its gallery spaces each year to honor the creative learning in Delta County area schools. As part of a nation-wide celebration, we remind our community of the importance of creative learning options and of our commitment to the creative spirit. Nearly 700 pieces of children’s artwork brighten up the gallery spaces and herald the coming of spring with a flourish of color. This year we will be handling the receptions differently. We will be holding open houses from 4-7pm on March 16 and March 17 to help spread the visitors out that come to view the exhibit. In addition, we will be recording the awards ceremony and posting it to our Facebook on March 15th. You are sure to leave with a smile on your face after visiting this show!

Perm Collection: Shape

April 7 – May 5

Learn about the element of art, Shape, while viewing our permanent collection. This show is the 3rd of our series that uses our permanent collection as a teaching tool. Shape is all around us, but what is it? Come and find out.

NMU Art & Design Student Biennial

May 12 – June 30
Reception: May 12, 7-9 pm

This exhibit’s intent is to showcase the best of Northern Michigan University’s upper class art students and in doing so, to present a backdrop to the type of study and growth available at Northern Michigan University’s School of Art and Design. This show gives real world exhibiting experience to the Junior and Senior classes of NMU School of Art and Design students and in turn gives us a glimpse into the future of art and the added bonus of knowing that is was created right here in the UP!

Bonifas Membership Show

July 7 – August 25
Reception: July 7, 7 - 9 pm

A 40+ year tradition, the Bonifas Membership Show, has encouraged members to share their creative explorations at every level of ability. It is a rich and varied exhibit where emerging artists show side-by-side with our experienced and professional artists. It is a community favorite and a walk worth taking through the galleries. Enjoy!

Abstraction: Unveiling the Surface
Featuring Ginnie Cappaert & Dan Cross

September 1 - October 20
Reception: September 1, 7 - 9 PM

Highlighting the art world that can be found in the Door County area, we are featuring two artists from that area. We have invited a local favorite, Ginnie Cappaert, formally of Stephen-son MI, and owner of Cappaert’s Contempary Gallery, to show off her new cold wax paintings. Her color palette is sure to please the eye. Joining her will be friend, artist, and owner of Ideas Gallery, Dan Cross. He will introduce his unique painting and photography to us. “My work always searches for the unseen resonating on a subconscious level, places that may seem vaguely familiar, yet mysteriously ambiguous.” –Dan Cross

Northern Exposure XXIX

November 10 – December 29
Reception: November 10, 7 - 9 pm

Northern Exposure Mission Statement: The Bonifas Arts Center supports its annual regional competition, Northern Exposure, expressly to both encourage Upper Peninsula artists to create new artworks and to showcase a comprehensive look at the contemporary artwork being created in the U.P.