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We are open Tuesday through Saturday
11:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Docent Shifts are 11:00 - 1:30 and 1:30 - 4:00 |
Sip N' Shop, will occur the first Friday of the month. |
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Upcoming art submission dates:
May 29 – Homeschool Class Show and Reception 3pm to 5:30pm
June 1 – Last day to enter Annual LSAG virtual show
June 3 – June Display Case/Bins/Cards Take-in
June 4 – June Take-in |
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Be sure to stop by the gallery and vote on your favorite art piece.
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Award of Excellence has been awarded to Debra Riley for “Calvados” |
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Award of Distinction has been awarded to Joshua Young for “The Sea Dog" |
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Award of Merit has been awarded to Robert Summers for “Time with Dad” |
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Pick up a pencil case, tote bag, insulated cup, or sketch book next time you're in the gallery. Remember, all proceeds go to fund the Juan Cantavella Award to help keep the prizes alive.
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EVENTS Participate, Share, and Celebrate the Arts |
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June 3 - Artist in Action Plein Air
June 7 - Artist in Action June 8 - General Meeting and Reception |
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Conroe Art League awarded $11,000 at the 2024 Student Awards art competition on May 4. The Adrianne Gerlach Memorial Art Scholarship for the Best Western/Wildlife Art, and the Sherry Wagner Memorial Award for the theme “Forever Cats” were also announced. Congratulations talented Artists!
Judith Rodriguez “Vigilant” $2500
Sarah Holder “Pulling My Hair Out" $2000
Julie Moons “Two Sides Same Coin” $1500
Grayson Bertrand “Sancuary Of Decay” $1000
Zoe Powell “Chomp” $500
Ash Roe “Everyone Wants To Be Famous“ $500
Kiley Hill “Fluid” $500
Lauren Matula “Butterfly Friend” $500
Honorable Mention
Ashlynn White “Beautiful Isolation” $200
Mikayla Stuart “YHWH, Oh How He Saved Us” $200
Judith Rodriguez “Reverie” $200
Zoe Powell “ Failure Complex” $200
Lily Lions “Teen Spirit” $200
Allyson Lane “Plead" $200
Maya Orrick “Check Mate” $200
Priscilla Maldanado “Granny Pants”$200
Alexandra Hernandez “Sandpiper" $200
Maylin Franco “Jump” $200
The Adrianne Gerlach Memorial Art Scholarship: Gabriela Mondragon won this award for the art "Into The Wind".
The Sherry Wagner Memorial Forever Cats Award: Lauren Matula won this award for the art "Butterfly Friend". Her piece also sold for $100.00.
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COURTYARD SCULPTURE PROGRAM |
The third quarter sculpture show begins in July. Each sculpture must be at least 24" tall, able to withstand outdoor weather, and not present a danger of any kind. There is no fee but you must work one docent shift. To propose a piece contact Bob Heintzelman at rdheintz@hotmail.com. You can read about the program here and the registration information is included on the Take-in/Out page. The sculptures currently on display are: Lotus by Robert Heintzelman (center), and Watchtower Series #1 (on left) & Watchtower Series #2 (on right) by Mark Frary.
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ARTIST IN ACTION - IN GALLERY |
To participate, artists must be a CAL member and provide all their own supplies/equipment and clean up when finished. Artists are expected to be working on their art in the gallery from 5:00 to 7:00 and may bring samples of their art for sale. All sales go through the CAL system with 20% going to CAL.
To sign up, find the date on the calendar and click that link. The next event will be June 7th. Please sign up for only one month to allow for more members to participate. For questions please email Sandy Stutz at docentcoordinator@conroeartleague.com
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ARTIST IN ACTION - IN PLEIN AIR |
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On location painting sessions add a special, fresh quality to these paintings and the time spent painting outdoors is cherished by the AIA members who participate. There is always room anyone who would like to join us. The next outing will be on June 3rd and at Carter's Florist and Nursery.
To join group and be notified about painting dates and location, text name, email address and cell number to Pam Markham at 936-661-0800. |
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The next take-in for gallery floor and wall art will be Tuesday, June 4th, between 11 am and 4 pm. Please be sure to register here by 6 pm on Monday the 3rd.
Jewelry/Bins/Cards Take-In is Monday June 3rd, from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Deadline to register is 6:00pm on Sunday, June 2nd. Please register for those only here. |
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See our website for more details, or contact our the gallery at gallerymanager@conroeartleague.com to share your talents. |
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The next docent training session, led by Bev Hall, will be held on June 12th at 11:30am in the gallery.
Please go to Calendar to register. |
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MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING
The next general meeting will be held on Saturday, June 8th, at 4:00 pm. |
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Doni Langlois will be the June demo artist. She will talk about her road to ceramics and demonstrate creating some of her textural surface treatments. |
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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 June reception will be at 6:00 pm Saturday the 8th, and will be ending at 8:00 pm. |
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Please welcome the new president of the Conroe Art League! While we will be getting to know her better over the next couple of years, here is a little bit of background on her life. |
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Heidi Williams, a vibrant artist hailing from Wichita, Kansas, now calls Conroe, Texas, home. Alongside her husband Kyle and two boys, Mason and Lane, Heidi's life is a canvas of family joys and artistic endeavors.
Heidi's artistic journey is marked by an emerging talent, with a touch of weekend Picasso flair. Specializing in watercolors yet dabbling fearlessly in various mediums, Heidi's art is a testament to her boundless creativity.
Her artist statement resonates with her ethos—creativity isn't exclusive; it's a universal force, and curiosity is her guiding star through uncharted artistic territories. Every stroke, whether masterful or messy, is a step forward in her perpetual journey of growth.
Now, as the Conroe Art League proudly introduces its new president, Heidi Williams, the vibrant spirit and unwavering dedication she brings promise an exciting chapter in the league's artistic and community outreach journey. With Heidi at the helm, the league is poised to embark on new artistic adventures, celebrating the beauty found in the boundless creativity within each member |
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The Woodlands Arts Council 50th Anniversary gallery show called “A Golden Vision” includes the works of local artists Kristine Schneider, Debra Riley, Jeff Lung, Joan Tilton, Doni Langlois, and Tom LaRock. Be sure to check it out. |
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LSAG Regional Show is open to artists who qualified in certain previous art league shows, and a letter was sent out by LSAG to all these artists. If you are one of the winners and want to enter, click here. |
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How about helping CAL as a substitute docent? Send request to Sandy Stutz 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 with Gouachwith E. Melinda Morrison
June 15 - 16, 2024 |
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Creating A Painting from Plein Air to Studio
with Kim Casebeer
coming October 2024 |
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Watercolor Confidence in Plein Airwith Richie Vios
coming November 2024 |
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CLASSES Grow where ever you are on your art journey |
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Explore Neographic Artwith Jeff Lung
coming June 6 |
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Homeschool Art Class
with Rebekah Billings Wednesdays, Sept. 6th - May 29th |
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Help Is Here
with Juan Cantavella
Attack issues wherever you are in the painting process |
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Drawing Classes
with Gary Hernandez
Come and take in Gary's tips of the trade. |
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Oil Painting Classes
with Gary Hernandez
Come visit with Gary and other classmates and brush up on your skills. |
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Ceramics
with Carol Berger
Learn some helpful tips, whether beginner or advanced, Carol has a few for you. |
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Acrylic Basics
with Sarah Johnston
Learn the essential techniques for creating art with acrylic paints. |
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Portrait Painting
with Juan Cantavella
A small class to focus on the details required in successful portraiture. Offered 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month. |
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Oil Painting with
Juan Cantavella
Get lessons from a Signature member of the Oil Painters of America. Now offered Saturday at 9:00am - 12:00 pm. |
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Sculpting 101
with Donna Rodgers Beginner sculpting class. |
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Expanding on Watercolor Skills
with Cynthia Reid
Take your skills to the next level. |
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Watercolor Painting with
Gary Hernandez
Leave your mark; let Gary help. |
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Watercolor and Acrylics with Carrie Allbritton
Classes will be held Monday 1 - 3 pm |
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Still life drawing Participants can use any medium, there is no instruction, and still life is provided. |
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Open Painting Group with Kathy Martin All mediums and levels welcome. |
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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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Painting from life
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 MADELEY FINE ART 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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A new benefit to our CAL members is the addition of Studio 127. Located on the second floor of the gallery, it will offer members the equipment and setup for photographing, or painting from life, still life arrangements. Studio 127 can be used by 2D and 3D artists that want to photograph their pieces. Reserve the studio for yourself, or for yourself and a member friend to work together. Reserve your spot with Debra Riley at gallerymanager@conroeartleague.com.
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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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THE ARTS IN DOWNTOWN CONROE |
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