Currently the Southwestern Watercolor Show is going on at Pfamily Arts, in Plano.
(4017 Preston Rd., #544 Lakeside Market, 75093)
It is the 47th Annual Southwestern Watercolor Society Membership Exhibition, and it’s a wonderful show of watermedia paintings from across the southwestern part of the United States.
The Exhibition opened on August 17 and runs thru September 27th, 2010. This event is FREE and open to the public.
August hours: Mon-Fri 10 am – 5 pm
September hours: Mon-Fri. 10 am-6 pm, Saturdays, 10 am-2 pm.
Visit: www.pfamilyarts.org for more info and map to gallery.
Pfamily Arts Gallery
Reception open to the public is Sept. 18 from 6 to 8:30.
Marie Renfro will be giving a demonstration on Tues. Aug. 24th from 11:00 to 12:30
exclusively for Blue House, Too Gallery at Watters Creek
Saturday, August 21 and 28, 6 to 9 pm.
Sally Meding brings her extensive background in painting to her work in Jewelry Art creating original designs drenched in colors that harmonize and give us all the opportunity to wear our own pieces of art.
Using high quality crystals and hand crafted glass beads, as well as many genuine elements from the earth, such as Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Fresh-water Pearls, Red Coral, Turquoise and more, she is able to capture nature’s beauty and create sophisticated elegant pieces that like the elements they contain, will stand the test of time.
Sally enjoys developing the organic styles for these free-form bead-woven designs as well as being able to utilize her strengths in colors, form and balance to create a variety of styles from the delicate open-weaves to the more bold statement pieces … and everything in between.
Hand-crafted by our local Artisan, Sally Meding’s pieces are truly one of a kind!
Custom orders welcome.
To all current and prospective members of the DFW NWCA:
The DFW Chapter of the National Women’s Caucus for the Arts will host an exhibit for its members and possibly a national exhibit.
Membership dues to the local chapter and the National Organization, $45.00, must be renewed to continue to exist! In order to participate, go to the http://www.nationalwca.org/ website and register as a new or renewing member now!
Member Exhibit entry fee is $20.00 for one and 35.00 for two works. ( no image required at this time). The location is pending.
If we vote to make a national exhibit as well – images will be required at a later date.
The Dallas Fort Worth Chapter of the Women’s Causus for Art needs one more member to qualify for the national organization roster. We are going to again spotlight the creative spirit of Texas Women artists!
Visit the WCA at http://www.nationalwca.org and join!
There is a Chapter Handbook online you can download to see what is needed to make a chapter.
Outgoing Pres. DFW Chapter
karmien bowman
TCCD NE campus Assoc. Prof Art, 828 HArwood, Hurst, Texas 76054
TASA, NISOD,TCCTA, NCECA,Texas Clay ARt
CTAG,Potter’s Council
817-266-0780
817-515-6693 after Aug. 23rd, 2010
Hello fellow VALA members!
This evening we installed “Unmasked” at Coffee N Cream here in Allen. “Unmasked” is Aurora Images Art Studio’s Student Art Exhibit. Our students range from age 6-14 and this is their first public art exhibit featuring 17 Rennaissance Mask Sculptures created by the students.
We are having a small reception for them on Sunday August 8th from 2-4pm or simply stop by Coffee N Cream anytime between now and Sunday, August 15th and check out their work! Your support of these young budding artists is greatly appreciated.
Coffee N Cream is located at The Village of Allen
190 East Stacy Road #1408
Allen, TX 75002
Hours: Open Mon-Thu 8am-9pm; Fri 8am-10pm; Sat 9am-10pm; Sun 9am-7pm
You can leave comments for the students about their art work on or facebook page:
Facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Aurora-Images-Art-Studio/361913794288
Thank your for your interest.
Courtesy of Ann Carroll:
Frisco Public Art
Art in the Atrium 5: Inspirations
Frisco Public Art Program Exhibition Series
Call for Artist
The mission of the City of Frisco Public Art Program is to promote cultural, aesthetic, and economic vitality in Frisco by integrating the work of artists into public places, civic infrastructure and private development. In keeping with that mission the public art board initiated Frisco’s Art in the Atrium series at the George A. Purefoy Municipal Center. This facility with its open atrium design and tall limestone walls has proven to be an exceptional venue to showcase the artistic excellence of our local and regional artists.
The City of Frisco seeks two dimensional works of art by artist or arts organizations from the Frisco and the surrounding area for the 5th installment of Frisco’s Art in the Atrium series. This exhibition is part of the city’s ongoing exhibition program series at Frisco’s City Hall to showcase regional artistic endeavors and to encourage public dialogue, understanding and enjoyment of visual art. The programs goal is to reflect the artistic excellence in and around Frisco and to promote the city’s cultural and economic initiatives.
The 2010 Art in the Atrium Exhibition is scheduled for November 8th, 2010 through August 26th, 2011.
DISCLAIMER
The George A. Purefoy Municipal Complex (City Hall) does not function as a gallery or museum in its ability to exhibit any and all content within its business setting. While the City of Frisco respects the freedom of expression in visual arts, the City reserves the right to remove or relocate artwork at its sole discretion.
ELIGIBILITY and SELECTION
Visual Artists who live or work in and around the North Texas area are invited to submit no more than (10) images of artwork available for loan beginning November 8th and running through August 26th of 2011. Interested artists or arts organizations must submit the following items on or before Friday, September 24th, 2010.
- ♣ A typed artist resume with current contact information, no longer than 2 pages.
- ♣ No more than 10 digital images of available artwork. (See image format requirements)
- ♣ Corresponding artwork list (artists name, title, date, medium, size, cost)
(The City of Frisco cannot be held responsible for the return of CDs)
Artists shall deliver the Artwork in a form that is ready for immediate display. Two- dimensional Artwork shall be wired for hanging. Artists shall tape the following information on the back of the artwork:
Artist’s name
Title of piece
Medium
Value.
All art submissions to the City of Frisco’s Art in the Atrium Exhibition will be reviewed and selected by an art selection committee (ASC) who will intern move artwork for approval to the Frisco Public Art Board (PAB) and the City’s Public Art Manager. All artists will receive written notice of acceptance, modification, or rejection of their submission within 15 working days of Public Art Board review.
Selection criteria may include:
- ♣ Demonstrated excellence of submitted works in conceptual, aesthetic and technical terms.
- ♣ Professional qualifications and relevant experience.
- ♣ Appropriateness to the George A. Purefoy Municipal Complex as determined by the ASC and the PAB.
IMAGE FORMAT
Artists and art organizations may submit no more than 10 available art work images on a CD (IBM/Windows compatible), in accordance with the following guidelines:
- 1. Submit images in .jpg format. If possible, load images into a Microsoft PowerPoint slide show presentation. Macintosh users should test their presentations on an IBM PC before sending.
- 2. Only submit images with maximum dimensions of 800×600 and minimum dimensions of 720×480 pixels.
- 3. Number each image and include the following annotations for each image:
- ♣ Artists name
- ♣ Title of Artwork
- ♣ Date of Completion
- ♣ Medium/Media
- ♣ Size
- ♣ Cost of artwork
- 4. Label the CD with the artist’s or art groups name and contact information.
(Artists must comply with the formatting criteria in order to be considered)
EXHIBITION LOCATIONS and LIMITATIONS
Placement of the artwork is the sole discretion of the Public Art Board and the Public Art Manager and will be limited to the following areas:
First Floor – atrium lobby
Second Floor – atrium and stairwell
Third Floor – atrium and stairwell
Forth Floor – atrium and stairwell
Fifth Floor – commons area
SALES
Artwork on display at the George A. Purefoy Municipal Complex may be for sale by the organization or artists loaning the artwork provided that any artwork sold remains on display until the conclusion of the exhibition. However, early removal may be approved by the Public Art Manager with prior written consent. The organization or artist lending artwork for an exhibition must provide a suitable replacement, subject to the Public Art Manager’s approval, for artwork removed from an exhibition before its conclusion.
The artist is responsible for all aspects of a sale transaction of artwork on display. The City shall provide contact information and labels for artworks. The City of Frisco does not receive a commission on or compensation from the sale of artwork exhibited.
PURCHASE FOR PERMANENT COLLECTION
It is the intent of the city of Frisco to create a permanent art collection of Frisco themed artworks. Artwork submitted to the art in the atrium show may be considered for purchase into the City of Frisco’s permanent collection. If the city chooses to select an artwork for purchase from the Art in the Atrium show a contract will be negotiated between the artists and the city. It is the city expectation to sell limited edition, signed reproductions of the artwork to fund future purchases for the city collection.
TERMS OF LOAN and LOAN AGREEMENT
Selected artists will be asked to sign an agreement of loan and all conditions listed therein. For an example of the agreement go to: www.friscotexas.gov under Programs / Public Art / Get Involved/Art in the Atrium.
Frisco Public Art
Art in the Atrium 5: Inspirations
DELIVERY OF SUBMISSIONS:
Please deliver submissions (resume, images of available artworks, artwork list) to the following location:
City of Frisco
George A. Purefoy Municipal Complex
6101 Frisco Square Blvd., 5th Floor
Frisco, Texas 75034
Attn: Richard Oldham Public Art Manager
For questions about the exhibition program series or details of submissions, please contact Richard Oldham at 972 292-5104 or email to roldham@friscotexas.gov
SCHEDULE (Subject to Change)
- Friday, September 24th, 2010: Deadline for submissions to be considered for the 2010 Art in the Atrium Show
- Thursday, September 30th, 2010: Submission reviewed, artwork selected, and notification sent.
- Friday, October 15th, 2010: Loan agreements and artwork due from artists selected for exhibition. See www.friscotexas.gov under Programs / Public Art / Get Involved/ Art in the Atrium.
- November 5th , 6th, 7th – 2010: Installation
- Wednesday, November 10th, 2009: Artist Reception
- Exhibition Dates: Monday, November 8th - Friday, August 26th, 2011.
Dear Member Artists:
The Allen Heritage Guild has invited us to have an exhibition at the Train Depot for the month of November.
The VALA Executive team has voted to make this an open exhibition for all Allen area artists. We will charge an entry fee to participate and it will be juried. Plans are to award prizes based on popular vote (by ballot) of the public who views the work.
We will publicize this in the Allen American and in other local media opportunities. Details are being worked out, but wanted to let you know of this upcoming event.
Linda Alred
Membership Team Lead
VALA artists are invited to submit artwork to be used for the invitations, postcards, posters, etc. for the Allen Arts Alliance fundraiser, Panache, which is being held in conjunction with the Texas Stampede at the Allen Events Center on November 11.
“Go West with Panache! Celebrating Cowboys, Culture, and Community.”
Please attach your files here by return email to me. Deadline is August 15th.
Thanks,
Linda Alred
Private art instruction: not non-profit sponsored, but may be of interest to art group members or given by art group members. For classes or workshops given by nonprofit art groups, see the calendar. Updated 7/10.
List of resources:
Guide to Art Instruction at Galleries, Art Schools, Artist Studios and Arts & Crafts Stores
Texas Regional Art Symposium: Women Artists of Texas
Contact:
Barbara Johnson, Executive Director
Heard-Craig Center for the Arts
972/569-6909 (office)
469/877-6083 (cell)
The Heard-Craig Center for the Arts will host the Texas Regional Art Symposium on October 9, 2010 in McKinney, Texas. This year’s event will focus on the lives of women artists working in Texas during the first half of the 20th century. Curator, Annie Royer, states that “In small towns and urban centers, women artists had a vision for a cultured community that led them to create, educate, collect and collaborate.
The Texas Regional Art Symposium encourages a greater understanding of 19th and 20th century Texas visual arts (painting, photography, decorative arts, sculpture), and fosters the development of the next generation of creators, collectors, and historians of art and culture in Texas.
As home to an extensive and growing art collection from Texas during the early 20th century, the Heard-Craig Center is privileged to be part of the ongoing story of Texas art. An underlying theme of the Symposium is the importance and value of collecting art work of the region, both past and present.
Distinguished speakers and their topics at the 2010 Texas Regional Art Symposium are:
- Claudia Kheel – Southwest Regionalism
- Jack Davis – Women Artists in Denton
- Victoria Cummins – Women Artists and the P.W.A.P.
- Judy Deaton – Women’s Clubs & Art: Their Impact and Importance to the Community
- Scott Barker – Women Artists in Fort Worth
- Michael Grauer – Women Artists in Dallas
- Lynne Hubner – Printmaking Techniques, Past and Present
- Stashka Starr – Conservation
- Collector’s Forum – Art collectors discuss and share their favorite works
Regional art exhibits during the symposium will include works from private collections by Florence McClung, Blanche McVeigh, Eleanor Oliver Travis, Coreen Mary Spellman, Cynthia Brants, Julya Kirkpatrick, AllieTennant, and others. The Patricia B. Avery Regional Art Exhibit will showcase the work of current artists who have re-interpreted the work of women artists of Texas. Artist, Lucretia Donnell Coke, will share selections from her extensive collection.
The Texas Regional Art Symposium will be held on October 9, 2010, in Heard-Craig Hall, 306 N. Church St., McKinney, Texas from 9 – 5.
Tickets are $25 for Heard-Craig League Members if purchased in advance, $30 for non-members if purchased in advance or $35 at the door.
Lunch may be purchased for $12.
Call 972/569-6909 for more information or to purchase tickets or go to www.heardcraig.org.
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- Kelly Bartlett
Dear VALA Members:
You may be interested in the following call for artists for the Plano International Festival on Oct. 2. Submission deadline is August 31st.
Plano Art Association – Call for Artists
Last year over 10,000 people visited the Plano International Festival, which featured live music, performance acts and much more.
This year, the Plano International Festival is on October 2nd, and the PAA is offering artists an opportunity to promote and sell their work at this vibrant, busy event.
We have two opportunities for artists: We are looking for artists who will show their work and also create work live on the day. Painting live is a great way to draw interested art lovers to view your work.
If you would like be a featured artist, email planoartassoc@gmail.com
The PAA is hosting a member’s Multicultural Art Exhibit from September 1 to October 31st at the Courtyard Theatre with a reception event on September 14th. Interested in reaching all these art lovers?
Email us with an image of the work you’d like to exhibit, the dimensions, title, and a short note about its international content or links (to be featured alongside the artwork) toplanoartassoc@gmail.com
The deadline for submission is August 31st, 2010. (PAA membership required ~ sign up today through our website)
Sincere Regards
Katrine & Alison
Plano Art Association
