EVENTS Participate, Share, and Celebrate the Arts |
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Remember: the new hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm.
New docent shift times are 11:00 - 1:30 and 1:30 - 4:00. |
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NO JUNK IN THIS TRUNK (SHOW) |
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The Wearable Art and Home Décor “Trunk Show” is on display this month. Stop by for for great gifts. It will be a perfect time to do some early holiday shopping or just spoil yourself and your loved ones. |
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CAL LIVE - ARTIST INTERVIEWS |
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Check out our growing library of in-depth talks with our CAL artists on MCPLive.tv studios in downtown Conroe.
Get the juicy details of the journey our Artist/Members have taken at MCPLive.tv You Tube Channel. You can see the entire playlist of artists interviewed by going to our website's Featured Artists page or just click here.
Visit the website regularly to see new interviews as they are posted.
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Who deserves your stamp of approval?
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Be sure to visit the gallery during August and vote on your favorite for the People’s Choice Award. |
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Juan Cantevella is both the Peoples' Choice and the banner winner for August with his oil on canvas piece "Unexpected". The banner will display in the courtyard September, October, and November.
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MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING
The next general meeting and reception will be held on Saturday, September 11th. It will be at 4:00 pm followed by informative framing tips from Kari Schmidt of Cornerstone Framing.
Kari will talk about the importance of framing your artwork, in the best manner possible. How it helps making sales, and in the end makes you a more confident artist! Kari will also be offering a gift certificate to her business at the end of the discussion.
https://cornerstoneframing.com/
We do not expect to hold general meetings by zoom at this time.
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The September reception will be held on Saturday, the 11th, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, after the general meeting.
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Student Raffle Winner
At the general meeting this past Saturday, Norma Godfrey won the Student Award raffle. You too have the opportunity to have a special item, like the acrylic painting "The Sky Was The Color Of Love" donated by Charles Wallis - it just takes a little donation.
There will be no August raffle item, so save your pennies for the September one.
Support Montgomery County high school seniors and the student art awards by making a donation to be included in the drawing. |
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Next take-in/take-out: Tuesday, September 7 from 10:30 to 4:00.
Please register on line and sign up for your docent shift prior to dropping off your artwork (here) |
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Juan Cantavella's model and muse Alex, of "Lotus" stopped by the gallery last week. The resemblance is uncanny! Come by the gallery and see several of his works along with those of our other CAL members. |
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The University of St. Thomas has opened an art competition themed "Hope" for CAL members - which is ending soon. The university will select three pieces to hang in their new micro campus located in downtown Conroe. Click here for details.
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Ken Roy's painting titled "How Do Your Flowers Grow" was selected for the cover of The Cuddy Family Foundation for Veterans (TCFFFV) Poetry Journal Volume Two.
We'd love to spotlight you or your CAL friends! Please share any accomplishments at gallerymanager@conroeartleague.com for inclusion in upcoming newsletters. |
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The board and CAL members would like to welcome a few new members joining in August: Karen Henneck, Gloria Reeves, Laurie Stevens, Carolyn Lindbom. |
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Check us out on Facebook. Click icon above. |
Also check out the CAL CommunityGroup
Follow CAL Artists Circle Facebook Group which 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.
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WORKSHOPS Learn new tips and tricks within a few days |
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Fused Glass Workshop
with Loraine Tomon
August 26 - 27 10:00 - 5:00 Learn to create glass fused artworks in this 2 day workshop. Go home with a beautiful piece. |
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Paper Weaving with Cynthia Reid
Learn about types of paper, weaving, warp and weft techniques, and so much more in this 2 day workshop. Some supplies, including a package of a variety of papers, are provided. |
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Magic Ink Ninja
with Doug Hiser
Learn to create detailed inkworks in this 2 day workshop packed with numerous ink drawing techniques. |
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Paint Like A Venetian with Shep Grab a friend and head to Cloudcroft, New Mexico, this August Workshop is 6 nights and 5 painting classes per session. |
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Landscape Painting Plein Air
with Donna Bland
This 2 day workshop will provide you valuable guidance to create lively landscapes. |
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CLASSES Grow, where ever you are, in your art journey |
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WET YOUR (ART) PALETTE...
There will be two six week options. First session is Sept. 2nd through Oct. 7th Second session is Oct 14th through Nov 18th
Watercolor Skills with
Cynthia Reid |
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The Art of Zentangle
taught by Cindy Rae Fancher
Certified Zentangle Teacher, will be teaching the art of Tangling on Thursdays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. For more information contact Cindyraefancherart@att.net. |
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JUST ADD WATER...
Leave your mark; let Gary help.
Watercolor Painting with
Gary Hernandez |
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WET AND WILD
Watercolor with Carrie Allbritton
Classes will be held Monday’s 1:00-3:00. |
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WHAT'S WRONG WITH BEING A LITTLE SHADY?
Come and take in Gary's tips of the trade.
Drawing Classes
with Gary Hernandez |
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MAKE A STATEMENT! Come visit with Gary and other classmates and brush up on your skills.
Oil Painting Classes
with Gary Hernandez |
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POINT AND CLICK!
Get some helpful tips to capture the world as you see it.
Photography Classes
with Ed Gorman |
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PAINT LIKE A PRO!
Learn from Juan the everlasting impression a portrait can leave.
Portraits with Juan Cantavella |
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UP CLOSE & PERSONAL
Portrait Painting with
Juan Cantavella
Practice drawing and painting portraits with a live model. Sessions are every Friday morning and are non-instructional. A small model fee is required ($5-$10) text Juan at 707-372-8301 or email at juancantavella@yahoo.com |
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GO FIGURE
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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GET SOME FRESH AIR!
Painting Outdoors with
Kathy Fediw
No instruction, no pressure, just paint. |
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WHY PAINT ALONE? Bring your supplies and paint with Mary Williams and the rest of the gang All mediums and levels welcome. |
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