For COVID-wise Art Appreciation Tips when visiting CAL see the video below
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EVENTS Participate, Share, and Celebrate the Arts
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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 26th, 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!
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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.
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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 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 1st 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.
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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.
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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.
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The boys of Scout Troop 1517 had a great time earning their art merit badge at the CAL gallery on January 30th. 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.
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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.
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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)
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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 24th 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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Check us out on Facebook. Click icon below.
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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.
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WORKSHOPS Learn new tips and tricks within a few days
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*MARCH DATES AVILABLE NOW
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Landscape Painting en Plein Air Colors
with Donna Bland
This three day workshop will provide you valuable guidance to create lively landscapes.
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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.
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CLASSES Grow, where ever you are, in your art journey
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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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STRESSED? Brush it off
Painting with Lois Blackburne
Classes are Fridays 9:30 -12:00.
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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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JUST ADD WATER...
Leave your mark; let Gary help.
Watercolor Painting with
Gary Hernandez
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ART IN EVERY FORM! Homeschool Art with Rebekah Billings on Wednedays
Learn all types of art mediums.
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YOU'VE GOT CHARACTER....
Learn how to create comic book characters with Austin Vanderwilt
Saturday afternoons beginning February 20th. Contact Austin at austinvanderwilt@gmail.com for more information.
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DRAWING 101
Drawing Fundamentals with Sara Moons
Bring dimension to a paper.
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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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