AUGUST 2024

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GALLERY HOURS

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.

DATES WORTH NOTING

Upcoming art submission dates:

September 2 – Glass Display/Bins and Cards Take-In

September 3 – 2D & 3D Take-In

September 22 – Fall Judged Show Registration Ends

Keep note:

GALLERY FAVORITES

Be sure to stop by the gallery and vote on your favorite art piece.

Award of Excellence has been awarded to Elena Martino's “Happy Campers”

Award of  Distinction has been awarded to Jimmie Shealey's  “Flora Embattled”

Award of Merit has been awarded to Chevis Dodd's “Ace”

DONATE TO THE JC AWARD

If you would like to see this program continue, please consider donating to the JC Award fund.

 This link can be used for making donations:  https://www.conroeartleague.com/Donations

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.

EVENTS

Participate, Share, and Celebrate the Arts

CAL FALL 2024 SHOW

Registration:  August 4-September 22, 2024

Judging: September 25-28, 2024

Awards: October 12, 2024

Venue: CaFe.  This is a virtual show.

GET YOUR FRESH WHITE PANELS

Every year CAL members donate their talent and time by creating a masterpiece on a 12” x 12” panel that is then auctioned to raise money for our Student Awards Show in May.  In 2024, we raised over $11,000 which was awarded to high school seniors in Montgomery County to help further their art education. 

Panels are available for pick up in the gallery during normal business hours and are due back not later than December 28th.  Panels that are completed early may be turned in to the Gallery Manager - but no wet work, please.

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:  Mark Frary's "Galveston" on the left and Bob Heintzelman's "Big Yellow" on the right.

ARTIST IN ACTION - SIP & SHOP

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 September 6th. Please sign up for only one month to allow for more members to participate. For questions please email gallerymanager@conroeartleague.com.

ARTIST IN ACTION - IN PLEIN AIR

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 at Cynthia Reid's residence on September 18th. Please contact Pam for her address.

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.

SEPTEMBER TAKE-IN/OUT

The next take-in for gallery floor and wall art will be Tuesday, September 3rd, between 11 am and 4 pm. Please be sure to register here by 6 pm on Monday the 2nd.

Jewelry/Bins/Cards Take-In is Monday, September 2nd, from 11:00am to 2:00pm.   Deadline to register is 6:00pm on Sunday, September 1st. Please register for those only here.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

If you want to be a part of the special event team contact Zoe White at zoe@zoewhiteart.com.  

See our website for more details, or contact our the gallery at  gallerymanager@conroeartleague.com to share your talents.

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

The next session, led by Debra Riley, will be held on September 11th at 11:30am in the gallery.

 Please go to Calendar to register. 

DEMO ARTIST

Join us for the September demonstration by Wayne McDonald. Wayne will share the story of his journey with art and how he and his work have changed through the years. His goal is to influence us to see art in different ways and quite possibly inspire us to take our creativity to new levels. 

STUDENT RAFFLE

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.

This month the raffle items, donated by an anonymous donor, will be a Palette Garage, Wet Painting Carrier by Art Cocoon and a $25.00 gift certificate to Michael's arts & craft store.

ARTIST RECEPTION

The September reception will be at 6:00 pm Saturday the 7th,

and will be ending at 8:00 pm.

August's Feature Wall Artist is Juan Cantavella. His paintings are offered as a silent auction, so stop into the Gallery and bid on your painting before the end of the month. You may also call the gallery manager at 936-520-1861 to place a bid during normal business hours. That is Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm. The highest bidder by 4pm Friday August 30th, will secure the artwork. Winners will be notified after the close of business the 30th. You are welcome to meet the artist Saturday the 31st during the reception and pick up your new piece.

September's Feature Wall Artist is Zoe White. 

MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

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. 

Carol Scheferman's "Ancient Chinese Tradition", "Memories" and "Calloway", and Judy Mackey's "White Jockeys" have works in the Oil Painters of America’s Online Spring Show.

Juan Cantavella is in the September/October 2024 issue of Artists Magazine.

He is featured in the article “Make A Point, Use the Power of Perspective to Express Your Vision”, as are a couple of his paintings. Try to pick a copy up or order it online.

ARTISTS OPPORTUNITIES

The Magnolia Rotary Club is having their annual natural resources event on November 9th from 11am to 3pm. They are looking for a local artist that focuses on nature and wildlife that would like to have a booth to showcase their work. The booth space is 10 x 10 and only $25. If interested please contact Cheryl Conley at 281-723-9696 or at chery.r.conley@gmail.com.

CALL FOR 2025-26 GALLERY EXHIBIT APPLICATIONS AT THE WYNNE HOME ARTS AND VISITOR CENTER

The Wynne Home Arts and Visitors Center (1428 11th Street, Huntsville, Texas) is currently accepting applications for exhibit consideration for 2025-2026 in the Lela Mae Brown Wynne Gallery. Artists or art collection owners must submit an application for art exhibition and provide the requested information by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2024.

Applications are available online (https://www.huntsvilletx.gov/1123/Artist-Call-2025-2026), can be picked up at the Wynne Home during regular business hours, or by sending a request to Cultural Services Manager, Andrea Howard via email ahoward@huntsvilletx.gov. Completed packets will be accepted by mail, via email, or dropped off at the Wynne Home during regular business hours, Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 

For more information, please contact The Wynne Home Arts and Visitor Center at (936) 291-5424.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our 2024 Helix Park Adirondack Chair Art Contest, which invites artists of all skill levels to capture our state's diverse elements—culture, friendship, environment, education, health, and innovation. We call upon all artists to participate in transforming Adirondack chairs into remarkable works of art, enriching TMC Helix Park with creativity and community spirit. The top 3 winners will have their chairs displayed and voted on by public guests during the October Odyssey event on October 25, 2024. The 1st place winner will be announced the same day and will receive a $1,000 check.. TMC Helix Park

Event Details:

Contest Theme:

Why Participate?

How to Apply:

1. Complete the Application: Download and complete the application form attached here. 
2. Submit Your Design: Email your application, concept statement, and a draft of your proposed chair design to tmcevent@tmc.edu by 5 p.m. on Friday, August 23, 2024.
3. Notification: You will be notified via email in September 2024 if you’ve been selected to paint a chair.
4. Supplies Provided: TMC will provide the chair and all necessary supplies for painting.

Painting Rules:

Don’t miss out on a wonderful opportunity to express your creativity and contribute to the vibrant community essence at TMC Helix Park. We look forward to seeing your artistic vision come to life!

For more information and to apply, please visit our website or contact tmcevent@tmc.edu.

NEED EXTRA CASH?

How about helping CAL as a substitute docent?  Send request to the docent coordinator and include your phone number.  Subs must be fully trained and able to process sales transactions.  Please email the

 docentcoordinator@conroeartleague.com.

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

WORKSHOPS

Learn new tips and tricks within a few days

Try-It Watercolor

with Terri Harris

coming September 2024

Creating A Painting from Plein Air to Studio

with Kim Casebeer

coming October 2024

Watercolor Confidence in Plein Air

with Richie Vios

coming November 2024

Paint Painterly from a Photo Reference

with Dan Graziano

coming February 2025

Painting from Life

with Patrick Saunders

coming June 2025

CLASSES

Grow where ever you are on your art journey

CLASSES FOR ADULTS

Inktober

with Cynthia Reid

coming September 2024

Explore Neurographic Art

with Jeff Lung

Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM

Help Is Here

with Juan Cantavella

Attack issues wherever you are in the painting process

Drawing Classes

with Gary Hernandez

Come and take in Gary's tips of the trade.

Oil Painting Classes

with Gary Hernandez

Come visit with Gary and other classmates and brush up on your skills.

Ceramics

with Carol Berger

Learn some helpful tips, whether beginner or advanced, Carol has a few for you. 

Acrylic Basics

with Sarah Johnston

Learn the essential techniques for creating art with acrylic paints.

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.

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.

Sculpting 101

with Donna Rodgers

Expanding on Watercolor Skills

with Cynthia Reid

Take your skills to the next level. 

Watercolor Painting with

Gary Hernandez

Leave your mark; let Gary help. 

 Watercolor and Acrylics with Carrie Allbritton

Classes will be held Monday 1 - 3 pm

GROUP ACTIVITIES

Open Painting Group with Kathy Martin 

All mediums and levels welcome.

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.

Painting from life

Juan Cantavella portrait group will be held on the 1^st and 3^rd Friday mornings at 10:00am.  Contact Juan at juancantavella@yahoo.com.

RENT THE MADELEY FINE ART GALLERY FEATURE WALL

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

CAL IS STUDIO OPEN

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.  

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.

Check us out on Facebook. Click icon above.

THE ARTS IN DOWNTOWN CONROE

The Greater Conroe Arts Festival will be here before you know it! Please Save the Date on your calendar for Saturday, March 29th, 2025 from 10:00-4:00 in Downtown Conroe!

Vendor and Volunteer registrations open August 25th!
CAL is a GCAA member, so take advantage of Member Vendor discounts! 
Or please consider helping! Volunteers are needed in the many Community Outreach booths such as Face Painting, Artist in Action tent, Plein Air Painting, Kids Art Village, Art Booths, Raffle Tent, Hosting, and more! 

At the Greater Conroe Arts Festival, the whole family will enjoy a day full of Local Visual, Performance, Literary, and Cultural Arts! Help spread the word!

Sign up at greaterconroeartsalliance.com. Contact: Judi Lanza.
Cell: (936) 203-2423 (text).  Email: events@greaterconroeartsalliance.com

Find out more at:

The Greater Conroe Arts Alliance, Historic Downtown Conroe, and Visit Conroe