February 2021 Newsletter

EVENTS

WORKSHOPS

CLASSES

For COVID-wise Art Appreciation Tips

when visiting CAL see the video below

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EVENTS

Participate, Share, and Celebrate the Arts

The Select 12 have now been chosen for the auction by artist and educator Cynthia Reid https://cynreid.com

All the panels are now hanging in the gallery. Come in to see the art in person and then log in to http://Www.32Auctions.com/CAL12x12 to place your bid. Online bidding continues through Friday, February 26^th, at 11:45pm. All proceeds go to support the Student Show on May 8, 2021.

Look for a new video about the 12x12 Show – coming soon!

The 6th annual CAL National has closed with 615 pieces of art from 34 states across the nation. The judges have made their final selections and artwork from all across the country is due to start arriving on February 11. To read more, click here.

Adding to the excitement of the show is a special Collaborative Mural with Vickie McMillan-Hayes click here for more info. This event was sold out within hours of the announcement, but you can get on the wait list by registering for one of four sessions on March 8, 2021.

SPRING JUDGED SHOW

This year the show has gone virtual! Entry dates are January 18 through March 7. Make sure you get your art entered. All judging will be done online. Winners of 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 1^st Honorable Mention, Best of Show, Best Landscape, Best Floral and Best Student will be qualified to compete in the LSAG Convention Show on May 22. Winning art will also be invited to hang in the CAL gallery during the month of April 2021. Read all about it here.

NO MARCH TAKE-IN/OUT

There is no take-in/out for March. We will be unpacking and hanging the winning entries from the CAL National. Volunteers are always needed! Please contact George Bramlett at showsandexhibits@conroeartleague.com or Brett Hall at pastpresident@conroeartleague.com if you can assist with this fun project. It’s a little like opening presents at Christmas – always a surprise in what you will find.

The People Have Spoken

The People's Choice Winner for the second month in a row is Marla Loss. Her painting titled Window Pain was voted for the January award and also wins the Banner Contest. It’s a win/win! Congratulations Marla.

The boys of Scout Troop 1517 had a great time earning their art merit badge at the CAL gallery on January 30^th. CAL teacher, Rebekah Billings, generously donated her time to conduct this class and help the boys earn their badge. Thank you Rebekah! CAL loves having the Scouts visit.

Reminder

The next General Meeting is February 27th and it will be via Zoom at 10:00am. Watch your email and check the website for the zoom link.

Student Raffle

Be sure to get your tickets for the February raffle item. Cindy Rae Fancher has donated two hours of instruction and more supplies to get started than you can imagine. Enter here!

Ends February 26, 2021 5:00 PM (CST)

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Join fellow CAL members in hosting the “Face Painting” booth at Kidz Fest this year. The children love this event and every year there is a long line at the CAL face painting booth. Due to COVID, this year the children will be required to wear a mask while they are painted, and you will be painting their arm or hand instead of their face. Not interested in painting children? Volunteers are needed for the craft booth as well.

If you know Junior or Senior High School teens that would like to volunteer at Kidzfest let them know they can receive a letter of community service hours to add to their college portfolio.

The event is being held on April 24^th in downtown Conroe and we need to fill two shifts of volunteer painters. We need 15 volunteers per shift, so grab a friend (or two) and join in the fun. Please contact Judi Lanza by calling or texting 936-203-2423 or by email at judilanza@aol.com.

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Also Check out the CAL CommunityGroup

Follow this Facebook Group to find out about the CAL Artists Circle that meets virtually twice a month. This group is open to all members as well as non-members and is a great way to stay engaged in all things art.

WORKSHOPS

Learn new tips and tricks within a few days

*MARCH DATES AVILABLE NOW

Landscape Painting en

Plein Air Colors

with Donna Bland

This three day workshop will provide you valuable guidance to create lively landscapes.

Paint Like A Venetian

with Shep

Grab a friend and head to Cloudcroft, New Mexico, this August

Workshop is six nights and 5 painting classes per session.

CLASSES

Grow, where ever you are, in your art journey

CLASSES FOR ADULTS

Doodling with the best

Cindy Rae Fancher

Certified Zentangle Teacher, will be teaching the art of Tangling on Thursdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm. For more information contact Cindyraefancherart@att.net.

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BEGINNER LUCK

Painting with Amy Risbon

Amy Risbon will be teaching Beginners Acrylic painting on Monday afternoons from 4:00-6:00. Contact Amy at atkinsona310@gmail.com for more information.

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