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. |
On December 22nd the gallery will be staying open until 7:00 for Sip N' Shop |
HOLIDAY HOURS: We will be closed on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
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DOCENT TRAINING:
The next docent training session, led by Bev Hall, will be held on January 5th from 11:30-12:30 in the gallery.
Please contact docentcoordinator@conroeartleague.com to sign up. |
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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT |
Dear Conroe Art League Family and Friends,
As I write to you on this warm December evening, I am thinking of you and what you might be looking forward to in the upcoming new year. As an artist and person who loves anything creative, it is my hope that you will tap into the artistic part of your being in ways that will astound YOU.
Stand up on your toes and peak over the edge of 2023 with fearless energy. Your voice needs to be heard and, if you wait until you’re “good enough” to speak, the rest of us cannot hear your message. Your voice encourages us as a whole.
I have only been your President for a few months, but I really, truly understand the value of art in your life. And, the most wonderful part is, you have a Board of Directors who understand as well. Thank you for encouraging us and entrusting us with your art league and gallery.
So, dig deep my friends. Try something new or just do what you do. Each of us has value and merit. It’s a wonderful time to be an artist.
Let’s show off in the New Year!
Blessings,
Pam Markham
Conroe Art League, President |
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Featuring the works of Brenda McDougall and Patti Gary from December 8th - 11th from 11 am to 4 pm. The reception will be on the 9th from 6 - 8 pm, offering refreshments and giveaways. |
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There are still a few spots left to be one of the "Artists In Action" this month. The gallery is open late for the downtown Conroe event "Sip n' Shop" and will offer the chance to work on a current project in the gallery and share with the general public. This monthly event is limited to 4 artists on the 22nd. 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. All sales 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 fellow CAL members in a fun and creative way.
To sign up, 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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Come visit the gallery in December, vote for your favorite art piece, and see the show winners for November. Winners were (1) Juan Cantavella Award of Distinction to George Bramlett for his oil painting "Rust In Peace", (2) Award of Distinction to George Bramlett for his oil painting "Storm Chaser", and (3) Award of Merit to Brenda McDougall for her painting "Dana Woods". Wayne McDonald‘s painting “Geronimo’s Spit”, was chosen as the Banner winner for the last quarter. Get ready to see it in the courtyard.
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Rust in Peace by George Bramlett |
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Storm Chaser by George Bramlett |
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Dana Woods by Brenda McDougall |
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Geronimo's Spit by Wayne McDonald |
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Take-In/Out will be Tuesday, January 3rd from 11 am - 4 pm. There is no regular member show, but your 12x12 panels are due. Each panel should be registered on-line and the registration printed and taped to the back of the panel. No wet work will be accepted. Don’t forget to sign up for your docent shift in January. If you want to skip the line to drop off your panel, you can deliver it to Debra Riley at the gallery anytime during gallery hours prior to January 3rd. Delivering your piece early will aid us in getting everything photographed and posted to the auction site on time. |
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Art In The City take-in/out will be January 3rd and art will be on display for the months of January and February. Brett Hall is the new coordinator for this program. Contact him at brettghall@icloud.com or register here. |
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MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING
The next general meeting will be held on Saturday, January 7th, at 4:00 pm. |
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Demo Artist will be Bob Heintzelman who will be giving a demonstration titled "What Is A Mobile Supposed To Be" at 5:00 pm (after the meeting). |
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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 general meeting. |
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The raffle items for January have been donated by Brenda McDougall. Included is William F. Powell's Color Mixing Recipes book and a Beechwood Box Easel. |
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The January reception will be Saturday the 7th, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. |
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Thank you Peggy Fitzpatrick for faithfully photographing all the art in the gallery every month. Not to mention all the time spent uploading the images to our website. We artist members are incredibly grateful. |
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Congratulations to Debra Riley and Elizabeth Clemson, whose art was purchased and added to the permanent collection of The Woodlands High School Art Trust. |
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Carol Berger has been featured in the latest The Woodlands City Lifestyle Magazine. The article titled "Home, Hearth, and Hygge" covers the arts of four Montgomery County artists. |
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DEADLINE EXTENDED: The registration is being extended to December 16th.
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FESTIVAL OPPORTUNITY – The Houston Folk Festival is currently taking reservations for vendor booths. The festival will be held on April 1, 2023, at Independence Park in Clear Lake, TX. For more information contact https://houstonfolkfestival.com/artists. |
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How about helping CAL as a substitute docent? Send request to Heidi Williams 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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We welcome models of all ages and sizes. Be sure to tell your grandchildren, children, and friends we are always in need of models for both the Wednesday drawing and the Friday portrait groups.
For more info, please contact Vickie Nash at vickienash.artist@gmail.com or Juan Cantevella at juancantavella@yahoo.com |
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WORKSHOPS Learn new tips and tricks within a few days |
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Painting Flower Portraits with Texture
with Carolina Dalmas
on January 21st and 22nd she will offer two complete days of instruction on color, value and composition in pastels. |
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Painting Reflections in Watercolor
with Catherine Hills
more to come... |
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Painting People and Places in Oil
with E. Melinda Morrison
more to come... |
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Painting "Painterly" from photos
with Dan Graziano
more to come... |
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Dynamic Portraits in Colored Pencil
with Jesse Lane
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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READY FOR CHANGE
Make breakthroughs on your creative journey and become empowered by it
The Artist's Way Discussion Group with Cynthia Reid |
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begins January 5th so sign up now
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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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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 will show you what an everlasting impression a portrait can leave. Now offered Saturday at 9:00 - 11:00 am.
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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THINK SMALL
A small class to focus on the details required in successful portraiture.
Portrait Painting
with Juan Cantavella |
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WHY PAINT ALONE? Bring your supplies and paint with Kathy Martin & 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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PORTRAIT TIME
Painting with Juan Cantavella
Juan Cantavella portrait group will be held on the 1st and 3rd Friday mornings at 10:00am. Contact Juan at juancantavella@yahoo.com.
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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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GREATER CONROE ARTS FESTIVAL 2023
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. There will be food trucks, fine art for sale, live music, plus plenty of activities for all ages!
If you are interested in helping at the Festival, we will need volunteers to help with the community participation mural, art booths, *Plein Air painting, and more, please register at https://www.greaterconroeartsalliance.com/festivalvolunteer
*The Plein Air paintings painted at the Festival will be donated to the Greater Conroe Arts Alliance and auctioned off at the end of the day. Plein Air Artists are welcome to bring a few paintings to sell (at their painting area) and give out their info while they paint.
Festival Fine Art Vendor Registrationis now OPEN! Fine Art categories include:
CLAY DIGITAL ART DRAWING GLASS JEWELRY LEATHER METAL MIXED MEDIA PAINTING PHOTOGRAPHY WOOD SCULPTURE TEXTILE/FIBER
The early bird special for a 10x10 space is $75 for Greater Conroe Arts Alliance (GCAA) members. Conroe Art League is a GCAA member. 10x20 space is $150. If you are interested in registering for a juried space to sell your art, please register at: https://www.greaterconroeartsalliance.com/vendor-forms#
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SAVE THE DATE:
KIDZFEST is just around the corner on Saturday, April 29th, 2023 at Founders Plaza in Downtown Conroe. Kidzfest is an annual Festival hosted by the City of Conroe Parks & Recreation. If you are a chalk artist, or can help facepaint or help in any of the Arts Booths or other area of the village, please register at https://theartofmusicstudio.wufoo.com/forms/mvpmodm01ezx0g/ If you have questions about the Festival or Kidzfest, please contact Judi Lanza at judilanza@aol.com or by text at 936-203-2423. |
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