White Bear Center For the Arts — Local services in White Bear Lake

The building was well-designed to be highly functional as an art space. Right off of the main entrance there's reception, an exhibition space, a classroom, shopping gallery, and two long hallways leading to classrooms. Along the hallway I took through the gallery, there is also a very well-stocked library. Throughout the building are enormous windows where you can look out at nature and life around the building.

I went for pottery classes and, having learned in a different studio, was truly amazed at the quantity and quality of tools and materials that were available to use. There are several brands of throwing wheels to choose from, depending on what you're used to. There's a huge cabinet full of sorted tools. There's a separate room for hand building, including slump molds, a slab roller, and heavy-duty extruder. There's yet another room for glazing including, about 20 5 gallon buckets of dipping glaze, and perhaps 30-40 jars of painting glaze, and a cabinet full of underglazes, waxes and masks, brushes and other glazing tools. WBCA is a veritable wonderland for the exploration of clay.

The picture I included is taken from the parking lot, showing the vantage availabe from the building. While there are other things nearby, it feels tucked away with...

My daughters and I have been taking classes at WBCA since August 2018 and LOVE going there!! We have been introduced to so many new skills through the guidance of exceptional artists and teachers.

Our skills in pottery, SAORI weaving, jewelry-making, leather-crafting, drawing, and painting all have improved greatly thanks to the encouragement of the instructors.

WBCA fosters a sense of community among the students, staff, artists, and teachers. It's a place where you want to keep going to not only build on your creativity, but connect with others who value the arts and their...

The White Bear Center for the Arts is an extraordinary hub of creativity and community, offering a rich array of programs and showcasing local talent that never fails to inspire. One standout artist, Zoe Hazenson, captivates with her breathtaking artwork that masterfully blends vibrant colors and intricate details, leaving viewers in awe. Her pieces radiate emotion and energy, making her a true gem within the local art scene. If you haven’t seen Zoe’s work yet, make sure to visit the center and experience the magic...