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We are open Tues - Thur 11:00 - 4:00
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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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT |
Dear Conroe Art League Members, I can hardly believe it’s December again. It slipped up on me this year, but it always does. Another thing that has surprised me is that I am only a few months away from ending my two year term as your Conroe Art League President. This is my second Christmas Season letter to you and as I write I am reminded of how wonderful it is to be a part of the Conroe Art League and to know so many of you personally. We all are blessed by the artistic tie that holds us together and every time I come into the Gallery I am awed by the beauty of the work we are creating. I am also reminded of how fortunate we are to have such an excellent space to create, share and learn together as artists. We have so much to be grateful for.
I hope you all will enjoy your Holiday Season and volunteer to help CAL in the months to come. There are a lot of new and exciting things lined up for next year and our membership is growing and growing. There is a place for everyone.
LET’S BE EVEN BETTER IN 2024!
Blessings,
Pam Markham
Conroe Art League, President |
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Upcoming art submission dates:
December 18: Last day for CAL International submission
January 2: 12 x 12 Take-in |
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REGISTER PRIOR TO DROP OFF
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We are excited to see what you have been creating for the fundraiser. No need to wait till January to turn in your panels. If you have finished or are almost finished with your 12X12, feel free to bring it in.
Panels need to be registered on-line prior to January 2nd before dropping off. Panels that are completed early may be turned in to the Gallery Manager - but no wet work, please.
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GALLERY FAVORITES FOR NOVEMBER |
Be sure to stop by the gallery and vote on your favorite art piece.
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The Juan Cantavella Award of Excellence was won by Kristine Schneider for “Focus and Attention”.
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The Juan Cantavella Award of Distinction was given to Georgia Williams for “What Must She Be Thinking”. |
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The Juan Cantavella Award of Merit was given to Elena Broach for “Frosty Morning”. |
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Those in the running for the banner were Martha Hartley for Unforgettable Summer, Kristine Schneider for Focus and Attention, and Elena Martino for Timeless Rhythm.. And Martha Hartley won.
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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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December: David Fast Feature Wall
December 5-30: Christmas Is For Giving (art under $150)
January 5: Artist in Action
January 6: General Meeting and Reception |
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Submissions for the biggest event of the year will be happening now. Applications to enter opened on October 2, 2023 through the CAFÉ website. This is the 9th annual CAL International juried show and preparations are underway to make it the best exhibit ever! Submit your application here. |
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COURTYARD SCULPTURE PROGRAM |
You can read about the program here and the registration information is included on the Take-in/Out page. Please be sure to register with Bob Heintzelman at showsandexhibits@conroeartleague.com prior to end of December. The sculptures on display are fused glass pieces by Michele Collins and a steel mobile by Bob Heintzelman.
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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. Click here for January 5th. Please sign up for only one month to allow for more members to participate. For questions please email Diane at calvicepresident@conroeartleague.com.
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ARTIST IN ACTION - IN PLEIN AIR |
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This free event is a great opportunity to get outside of the studio and experience natural lighting and great company. You must be an adult member of CAL to attend. The monthly painting series will occur at numerous locations around Montgomery and adjacent counties. Artists that participate in 3 plein air events will be able to hang a piece of their plein air art on the feature wall of the Madeley Fine Art Gallery in February 2024. (No fee - 1 docent shift required)
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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January 2nd is a 12X12 only take-in (register HERE). All of our proceeds from the sale will be donated to the Student Awards in May 2024. Artists need to sign up for one docent shift per panel. |
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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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Dearest Docents,
I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for each and every one of you. Your passion, expertise, and willingness to share your knowledge are what truly bring our art to life for the community. The gallery wouldn't run without you. Your countless hours of service are a true gift, enabling us to fulfill our mission of fostering artistic appreciation and engagement.
I wish for you a season filled with warmth, joy, and creativity. May your days be sprinkled with laughter, your hearts overflowing with love, and your artistic spirit forever ignited.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Heidi Williams
Docent Coordinator
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The next docent training session, led by Bev Hall, will be held on January 10th 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, January 6th, at 4:00 pm. |
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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 December Raffle item has been donated by Kerry Conkling. Glass palette shaped cheese board/cutting board/hot plate/pie stand (15x12 in). Made in France. It comes with a ceramic cheese knife. Come and buy some tickets. |
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Zoe White is the demo artist for January. She will be sharing about the deep appreciation for the beauty of flowers, especially when they bloom and display their fresh color hues. This love for floral observation has translated into Zoe's freestyle abstract approach to bring to life the florals in her paintings. |
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The January reception will be at 6:00 pm following the demo on Saturday the 6th, and ending at 8:00 pm. |
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"A Stroke of Magic: How Trauma Transformed My Truth" is a teaching memoir about Marilyn's life and thoughts regarding all of her life experiences that were changed after a life-threatening stroke in 2016. On Sunday, December 3, at 3:00 p.m. there was a launch party. You can see it HERE.
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The Madeley Fine Art Gallery is a sponsor of the Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival held on April 12, 13 and 14, 2024. Having a presence at the festival will allow us to showcase details about what we have to offer the surrounding communities. We will be looking for volunteers to cover shifts working in the tent giving out information about CAL and the gallery. Those interested should contact the Gallery Manager. The Madeley Fine Art Gallery section of our website has been updated to focus on the original member art for sale. Check out the new look here.
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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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Animal Portraits
with Patrick Saunders
coming March 2024 |
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Painting with Gouachwith E. Melinda Morrison
coming June 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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Homeschool Art Class
with Rebekah Billings Wednesdays, Sept. 6th - May 29th |
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The Artist's Way Class
with Cynthia Reid
January 4th - March 8th |
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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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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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The Conroe Art League now has a group on LinkedIn. Please visit and link up with us here. This site will be featuring a photo of each artist's work from each month's exhibit, (a different one every day) which will include the name of the piece, the artist's name and a link back to our website with info about the current exhibit. Be sure to use the group, not the business page for CAL on LinkedIn.
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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
Be ready to see and be inspired by the November Feature Artist, Jeff Lung, and the December Feature Artist, David Fast.
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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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All day Music Camps as well as private and group classes for all age groups www.theartofmusicstudio.com
GREATER CONROE ARTS FESTIVAL March 16, 2024
The Greater Conroe Arts Alliance will be hosting their 3rd Annual Greater Conroe Arts Festival on Saturday, March 16th, 2024 from 10:00-4:00 at Founders Park & Main Street in Downtown Conroe. There will be fine art vendors, live music, food trucks, a Kids Art Village, plus much more that is sure to entertain ALL ages!
CAL is a member of the Greater Conroe Arts Alliance and is an important part of the Festival! If you are interested in helping at the Festival, here is what we need: volunteers to help with the Art Booths, *Plein Air painters. *Art in Action Tent painters, Face painting, Pottery making, Fine Art Vendors, Kids Art Village volunteers, and more! please registerat https://www.greaterconroeartsalliance.com/festivalvolunteer
Find out more at:
The Greater Conroe Arts Alliance, Historic Downtown Conroe, and Visit Conroe
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