EVENTS Participate, Share, and Celebrate the Arts |
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We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm.
Docent shifts are 11:00 - 1:30 and 1:30 - 4:00. |
The gallery will be open for Sip N Shop on August 25th. The gallery will be staying open until 7:00.
COME ON OVER! |
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Sign up to be one of the "Artists In Action". Each month on the last Thursday of the month the gallery is open late for the downtown Conroe event "Sip and Shop" (formerly Thirsty Thursday). As an Artist In Action you will be working on a current project in the gallery for the general public to view. Any art that you can work on in the gallery is eligible (sculpting, card and jewelry making, painting, etc). This monthly event is limited to 4 artists each month. Artist must be a CAL member and provide all their own supplies/equipment and clean up when finished. Artist are expected to be working on their art in the gallery from 4:00 to 7:00 and may bring samples of their art for sale. (Note: if you cannot be there right at 4pm that is ok). All sales will go through the CAL system with 20% going to CAL.
The goal is to get more visitors in the gallery, sell more of your work and get to know your fellows CAL member in a fun and creative way.
This Sip & Shop event will be available for Aug., Sept., Oct., Nov. and Dec.. To sign up for August, click here. To sign up for future months, find the date on the calendar and click that link. Please sign up for only one month to allow for more members to participate. If you have any questions about the event please email Diane at calvicepresident@conroeartleague.com. |
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How about helping CAL as a substitute docent? Send request to Donna Rodgers and include your phone number. Subs must be fully trained and able to process sales transactions. Please email her at docentcoordinator@conroeartleague.com. |
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Thank you for all those who have taken the time to sit for live drawing sessions. During one session this July Jackson Avedikian, Ken Roy's grandson, even lent a hand. We welcome models of all ages and sizes. So tell your grandchildren, children, and friends we are always in need to models.
For more info, please contact Vickie Nash at vickienash.artist@gmail.com.
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Visit the gallery in August and see show winners for July. Winner of the Juan Cantavella Award of Excellence went to Patti Gary for her photography, Award of Distinction went to George Bramlett for his painting, and Juan Cantavella Award of Merit went to Juan Cantavella for his painting. |
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Please visit the gallery during the month of August to pick your favorite piece of art for this award.
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Patty Gary and Flower Child
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George Bramlett and Spirit Owl |
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Juan Cantavella and Temprarily Out of Service
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Take-In/Out will be Tuesday, September 6th, from 11 am - 4 pm.
Banner judging will take place that day, so winners for Juan Cantevella award in June, July and August need to make sure their art is at the gallery by 12 Noon.
Be sure to register online and sign up for your docent shift prior to dropping off your artwork (here). Registration is required online and not later than Monday evening, 8:00pm, August 1st. |
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Be sure to get your tickets for this month's raffle item.
Support Montgomery County high school seniors and the student art awards by making a donation to participate in the drawing.
Purchase your tickets in person at the meeting. |
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The raffle item for September will be donated by Terri Harris. Win this great snack plate by purchasing a ticket. |
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MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING
The next general meeting will be held on Saturday, September 10th, at 4:00 pm. |
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Brenda McDougall will be demonstrate painting with Alcohol Inks at 5:00 pm (after the meeting).
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The September reception will be Saturday the 10th, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. |
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2022 Around The World Camp |
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Rebekah Billing's art camp had another successful session. See these artists hard at work, learning about art in far away places.
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2022 CAL FALL JUDGED SHOW |
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CAL will hold a virtual Fall Judged Show this year. Entries will be taken through the Call For Entry site beginning August 21st. Winners will be announced at the November General Meeting. Mark your calendar for November 5th. Watch for emails about submitting your art. |
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Kristine Schneider has been included in the NO DEAD ARTISTS: International Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Art. Out of over 400 artists, 19 were chosen to participate. Kristine has 2 pieces in the gallery. The Jonathan Ferrara Gallery proudly hosts the 26th year of this exhibition. The opening reception in conjunction with the Arts District New Orleans' First Saturday Gallery Openings September 3, 2022, 6-9 pm. As the grand prize, one jury-winning artist is awarded a solo exhibition at Jonathan Ferrara Gallery to take place the following year. Good Luck Kristine! |
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Many of our Conroe Art League members have been invited by Julie Verville of Ardest Gallery to exhibit for the monthly themed shows. The gallery is located in the Bella Bottega complex on Honea Egypt in Magnolia. The August show "Road Tripping" included the works of Charles Wallis, Kristine Scheider, Jennifer Claussen, Doni Langlois, and many more. The show in September will be the 10th & 11th and is titled "Earth. Wind. Water. Fire. An Elemental Art Show" Saturday Opening Reception 5 - 9 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 4 p.m. Visit the gallery. Or the website to apply to be included in future shows.
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WORKSHOPS Learn new tips and tricks within a few days |
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Paint with Alcohol Ink
with Brenda McDougall
Alcohol Ink techniques taught by an artist as bright and colorful as the paints. Find the ins and outs of this new art trend. At the end of the September workshop, you will have two amazing artworks to take home with you.
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Painting the Figure from a Live Model
with Susan Hotard
2 days of intensive study painting the figure from life. Susan will paint several demonstrations throughout the workshop and will give students individual guidance. October 29 and 30, 2022.
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Painting without Borders
with Patrick Saunders
Explore the essential techniques for painting from direct observation and photography with award winning painter Patrick Saunders. Learn to pain any subject, from the most simple to the complex with one approach. |
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Painting Flower Portraits with Texture
with Carolina Dalmas
more to come... |
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Mixing Workshop
with Gary Henandez
more to come... |
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CLASSES Grow, where ever you are, on your art journey |
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Early Art
with Rebekah Billings Thursdays beginning Sept. 8th |
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Homeschool Art Class
with Rebekah Billings Wednesdays, Sept. 7th - May 24th |
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GET THE INK OUT
Learn fun and fascinating inking skills and drawing habits.
Inktober
taught by Cynthia Reid |
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WATER 2.0
Take your skills to the next level.
Expanding on Watercolor Skills with Cynthia Reid |
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IT TAKES 2 TO TANGLE
Learn the art of tangling on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays from 8:00am-12:00pm. For more information contact Cindyraefancherart@att.net.
Pen To Zen
taught by Cindy Rae Fancher |
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JUST ADD WATER...
Leave your mark; let Gary help.
Watercolor Painting with
Gary Hernandez |
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WET AND WILD
Watercolor and Acrylics with Carrie Allbritton
Classes will be held Monday 1 - 3 pm or Thursday 6 - 8 pm |
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WHAT'S WRONG WITH BEING A LITTLE SHADY?
Come and take in Gary's tips of the trade.
Drawing Classes
with Gary Hernandez |
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MAKE A STATEMENT! Come visit with Gary and other classmates and brush up on your skills.
Oil Painting Classes
with Gary Hernandez |
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POINT AND CLICK!
Get some helpful tips to capture the world as you see it.
Photography Classes
with Ed Gorman |
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PAINT LIKE A PRO!
Juan the will show you what an everlasting impression a portrait can leave. Now offered at two timeslots 8:30-10:30 and 11:00-1:00
Portraits with Juan Cantavella |
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PLAY WITH CLAY!
Learn some helpful tips, whether beginner or advanced, Carol has a few for you.
Ceramics
with Carol Berger |
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BRING ON THE BASICS!
Learn the essential techniques for creating art with acrylic paints.
Acrylic Basics
with Sarah Johnston |
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WHY PAINT ALONE? Bring your supplies and paint with Kathy Martin and the rest of the gang All mediums and levels welcome. |
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GO FIGURE
Live figure drawing Participants can use any medium, there is no instruction, and any experience level is welcome. The fee is $10 per to have a live model each session. |
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INTERESTED PARTIES NEED APPLY Painting with Juan Cantevella Juan Cantavella indends to restart his Friday morning live portrait painting class in October. If you are interested please contact him as soon as possible. |
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RENT THE CAL GALLERY FEATURE WALL |
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Adult members are able rent the Feature Wall in the gallery for a $100 fee and 2 docent shifts. You can find the application on line here. How to show in the Gallery |
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Also check out the CAL Community This group is open to all members as well as non-members and is a great way to stay engaged in all things art.
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Check us out on Facebook. Click icon above. |
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EXPERIENCE THE ARTS IN CONROE |
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Members include: Christian Youth Theater, Conroe Art League, Conroe Live, Conroe Symphony Orchestra, Crighton Theatre Foundation, Friends of the Flag Foundation, Heritage Museum of Montgomery County, Indie Films Foundation, Jazz Connection, Montgomery County Genealogical and Historical Society, Montgomery County Historical Commission, Montgomery County Literary Arts Council, Players Theatre Company, Stage Right, The Art of Music Studio, The Woodlands Show Chorus, and the Young Texas Artists Music Competition. |
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SAVE THE DATE:
The Greater Conroe Arts Alliance will be hosting their Annual Greater Conroe Arts Festival on Saturday, March 18th, 2023 from 10:00-4:00 at Founders Park in Downtown Conroe. You are invited to bring your family and friends to come spend the day with us! There will be food trucks, fine art for sale, live music, plus plenty of activities for all ages! If you are interested in volunteering, plein air painting or in a juried space to sell your art, please contact Judi Lanza at info@greaterconroeartsalliance.com. More details to come! |
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