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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 |
General Meetings begin at 4:00pm, followed by the art demo at 4:30pm. The Artist Reception runs from 5:30 to 7:00pm. |
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September 1st- September Take-In
September 2nd- Bus Trip to MFAH
September 5th- General Meeting
September 10th- New Member Orientation
September 14th- Deadline for Fall Judged Show
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Click the CAL Store graphic to check out all the CAL logo merchandise available. Grab your favorite style of shirt or painting apron to show your pride in the Conroe Art League and The Madeley Fine Art Gallery. |
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Be sure to stop by the gallery and vote on your favorite piece of art.
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The Juan Cantavella Award of Merit was awarded to Brenda McDougall for Tea, Curlers & Attitude with Fiona & Fido
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The Juan Cantavella Award of Distinction was awarded to Elena Martino for Shining Through
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The Juan Cantavella Award of Excellence was awarded to Charles Wallis for Above it All
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Help keep the excitement going! If you’d like to see the JC Award program continue, consider donating to the JC Award Fund. Each month, gallery visitors vote for their favorite artwork — and the winning artist receives a $400 prize. Your support directly celebrates creativity and inspires our artists!
This link can be used for making donations: https://www.conroeartleague.com/Donations
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Pick up a pencil case, tote bag, 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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CAL FALL 2026 JUDGED SHOW |
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Get your entries ready! It's time for the CAL Fall 2025 Judged Show which will be hosted on the CaFE (Call for Entry) platform as in the last few years.
Registration Opens: Now
Registration Closes: September 14, 2026
Awards Announced: October 10, 2026 at the CAL General Meeting. Winners will know by email by the 2nd.
The link to the show is available on on the Conroe Art League website, CAL Fall 2026 Judged Show tab here. | |
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PANELS ARE READY FOR PICKUP |
Each year, CAL members generously donate their time and talent by creating original artwork on 12” x 12” panels, which are then auctioned to support our Student Awards Show in May. In 2026, we awarded $15,800, to graduating seniors in Montgomery County to help further their art education.
Panel pick-up: Panels will be available during regular gallery hours. Just sign the register at the docent desk to check one out.
Deadline to return completed panels: December 23.
Early submissions may be turned in to the Gallery Manager—please, no wet work.
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Be ready to buy some wonderful creations at the yearly Fine Art and Craft Week. This time it will be held November 17th - 21st.
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COURTYARD SCULPTURE PROGRAM |
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.
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Stop by the newest sculpture in the courtyard titled Dark Clouds. Made by Bob Heintzelman, it offers the movement through its mobile-based construction. Creating rhythm and sometimes casting shadows throughout the space. Thanks for sharing it with our CAL members.
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SEPTEMBER ARTWORK TAKE-IN |
Bin/shelf take-in and wall/pedestal take-in is on September 1st. The deadline to register your art for the bins and shelves is Monday, August 31st, at 6:00 pm. Register for those HERE. The deadline to register your wall/pedestal art is Monday, August 3rd, at 6:00 pm. Register HERE. |
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The next session will be held on September 10th at 11:30am in the gallery. Please go to Calendar to register or click here. |
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MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING The next general meeting will be held on September 5th, 2026. Demo Artist will be Vickie McMillan-Hayes . Her discussion will be over “The Journey of a Working Artist: Creating, Evolving, Staying Relevant, and Building a Successful Art Business”
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Join nationally acclaimed Western and wildlife artist Vickie McMillan-Hayes for an inspiring and practical look at what it takes to build and sustain a career as a working artist. From childhood drawings to a nationally recognized career, Vickie shares how creativity, perseverance, and a willingness to evolve have opened doors to galleries, museums, corporate commissions, public art, and unexpected creative opportunities.
Through stories, practical advice, and a live demonstration, she’ll explore developing a signature style, staying relevant, marketing and pricing artwork, finding exhibition opportunities, managing the business side of art, and embracing new materials and creative directions. Her journey demonstrates that a successful art career can extend far beyond the traditional canvas. |
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Join the next student raffle at the General Meeting! Support Montgomery County high school seniors and art awards with a donation for your chance to win. Tickets available in person.
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Help CAL provide a growing number of diverse programs, classes, exhibits, and workshops.
Make a donation to CAL and have the opportunity to win this Columbine: Symbol of Peace and Love made by Joyce Beckwith.
For each $10 donation one ticket will be entered into the raffle. Tickets may be purchased online or in the gallery at 127 Simonton Street, Conroe, where you can also see the item in person.
The winning ticket will be drawn on October 10th, at the Artist Reception. You do not have to be present to win. |
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The next reception is September 5th from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. |
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Doni Langlois and Jennifer Claussen will have individual booths at The Woodlands Fine Craft, Art & Design Show at the Waterway Marriott. Be sure to see their newest creations. |
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Carol Scheferman
‘City Walk’, was juried into The Bank Of The Arts National Exhibition, at the Craven Arts Council in New Bern, North Carolina. The Show runs from 8/14-9/29.
'Urban Pilgrimage’, an acrylic ink painting, was juried into the 'Abstraction’ show at the Ardest for the month of August. |
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CAL loves to celebrate our talented members! Share your accomplishments: juried shows, awards, commissions, press, and more. Send details and images t0 gallerymanager@conroeartleague.com, and let us brag about you! |
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We have a new “Volunteer Hub” on the website listing immediate needs for special event volunteers. We need members that are willing to bring food items, wine, and to help clean up at events like artists receptions, Artist in Action, Student Awards Show and the CAL Intl. See how you can help out here. |
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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. |
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WORKSHOPS Learn new tips and tricks within a few days |
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Glass Suncatcher Workshop
with Lorain Tomon
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Decisive and Intentional Painting with Dan Graziano
September 25-27, 2026
Dynamic Still Life
with Pastels
Carolina Dalmas
coming September 2025
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Oil Portraits Step-by-Step
with Mohammad Ali BhattiFebruary 20-21, 2027
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CLASSES Grow where ever you are on your art journey |
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Homeschool Art Education
with Rebekah Billings
Third Grade and Up |
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Brush to Pallete Knife with
Judy Mackey and Pam Markham
Lessons in abstracting reality |
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Inktober
with Deanna
31 days of creative magic await you. |
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Watercolor Painting with
Gary Hernandez
Leave your mark; let Gary help. |
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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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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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Art Without Rules with Brenda McDougall
A Mixed-Media Journey |
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Art Salon
At this Open Studio artists can bring works in progress or start something new. This time is perfect for sharing ideas, making new connections, and working in the company of other artists. Meets first and third Thursday 5-7pm.
There is no fee for this group. |
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CR Open Studio
Held on every Sunday from 2-4 pm. All mediums welcome. Contact Chris Tassos by text at 210-260-3582 or by email at chris.tassos@icloud.com to sign up each week.
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Still Life Group with Terri Harris An opportunity for artists to practice their art-from-life skills, there is no instruction, and any experience level is welcome. There is no fee for this group. |
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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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Artist in Action - Plein Air
Next outing: will be in September.
To join the group and get updates, text your name, email, and cell to Pam Markham at 936-661-0800. |
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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 person to have a live model each session. |
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Quarterly Museum Bus Trip
September 2nd 9:30am-3pm MFAH to see the Picasso/Klee/Matisse exhibit.
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FEATURE WALL ARTIST FOR SEPTEMBER IS TERI CLARK |
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The Feature Wall in the gallery will be dedicated to the works of Terri Clark.
Terri paints the animals, landscapes, and fleeting moments that invite us to slow down, notice the beauty around us, and rediscover hope. Her work is inspired by the quiet evidence of God's care woven throughout creation, offering viewers a place to pause, reflect, and wonder. |
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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. |
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Studio 127 is open. Schedule your time by emailing 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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ART EVENTS TO ENJOY AROUND DOWNTOWN CONROE |
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