• 31 Dec 2023 5:41 PM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)

    2024 Event Calendar

    January 2024

    Start Date

    End Date

    MAA at the Oasis Gallery

    1/8

    4/19

    Winter Windridge Tasting Room Show

    1/17

    3/10

    Benjamin Gaither Center Gallery Art Show

    1/10

    4/1

    Member Conversation: Online with ACO, Plein Air Forum with Christine Lashley, Jill Basham, Nancy Tankersley, and Stewart White

    1/27

    1/27

    Artist Inspiration Book Deadline

    1/31

    1/31

    Figure Model Session (1/7, 1/14, 1/21)*

    February 2024

    Figure Model Session (2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25)*

    Member Conversation: Online with ACO

    TBD

    TBD

    Meet the Artist Event - at the Oasis Gallery

    2/4

    2/4

    Windridge: Meet the Winter Artists

    2/8

    2/8

    Fluid Art Workshop

    2/25

    2/25

    March 2024

    Figure Model Session (3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31)*

    Windridge Spring Art Show

    3/13

    6/9

    March Member Conversation (in person): Carol Moore, Printmaker

    3/13

    3/13

    April 2024

    Figure Model Session (4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28)*

    April Member Conversation (in person): Violeta Barcenas, Violet Red Studio

    4/10

    4/10

    Windridge Art Festival

    4/25

    4/28

    May 2024

    Figure Model Session (5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26)*

    Windridge: Meet the Spring Artists

    5/9

    5/9

    Member Critique (in person) with Gavin Glakas

    5/16

    5/16

    Field Trip to Glenstone

    5/25

    5/25

    June 2024

    Figure Model Sessions(6/2, 6/9, 6/16, 6/23)*

    Windridge Summer Show

    6/12

    9/22

    July 2024

    Friendship Heights Plein Air Event*

    TBD

    TBD

    Brookside Garden Art Show

    7/15

    8/12

    August 2024

    Paint the Town Preview Night

    8/30

    8/30

    Windridge: Meet the Summer Artists

    8/8

    8/8

    Paint The Town Art Show

    8/31

    9/2

    Paint The Town Plein Air Event

    8/31

    8/31

    September 2024

    Estimate Artist Inspiration Book Launch

    9/1

    9/1

    Windridge Fall Show

    9/25

    12/29

    Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival

    TBD

    TBD

    October 2024

    Member Conversation

    10/16

    10/16

    Kensington Park Library*

    TBD

    TBD

    Glenview Mansion*

    TBD

    TBD

    November 2024

    Goldman Gallery Show

    11/4

    12/15

    Member Conversation

    11/12

    11/12

    Windridge: Meet the Fall Artists

    11/7

    11/7

    December 2024

    Member Conversation or Holiday Party

    TBD

    TBD

    MAA Exhibitions

    MAA Member Conversations & Critiques

    MAA Multi Day Art Festival

    Meet the Artists Events

    Plein Air Events

    Figure Model Sessions

    Special Events or Workshops

            *

     Not Finalized


  • 23 Dec 2023 8:52 AM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)



    We're excited to announce the 2024 themes for our online gallery, "One Theme, Many Interpretations." Keep your submissions coming! We can't wait to see what you create!


  • 28 Nov 2023 11:22 AM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)



    A Sneak Peek at our 2024 Shows

    Here are the shows we have lined up for you in the new year! So, get started on your artwork submissions for each of the shows…it’s going to be fantastic! We can't want to see what you create.

    MAA at Oasis Art Gallery: January 8 – April 19 

    Registration: Open until December 13, 2023

    Meet the Artists Reception: February 4


    Chasing the Winter Light Art Show at Windridge Vineyard: January 17 – March 10

    Part of the quarterly gallery shows with up to 23 works.

    Registration: November 30 – December 14, 2023

    Meet the Artists – February 8

     Paint the Joy of Life Art Show at the Benjamin Gaither Center: January 12 – April 1

    Registration: December 1 - 20

    Heart of the Vineyard at Windridge Vineyard: April 25 – 28

    Large non-juried show of 200 artworks including 2D and 3D artworks.

    Registration: March 25 – April 8


    Windridge Vineyard Spring Art Show (Theme TBD): March 13 – June 9

    Part of the quarterly tasting room gallery shows with up to 23 artworks.

    Registration: February 2 – 16

    Meet the Artists: May 9

    Brookside Gardens: July 15 – August 12

    Registration: June 1 – 15


    Windridge Summer Art Show (Theme TBD): June 12 – September 22

    Part of the quarterly tasting room gallery shows with up to 23 artworks.

    Registration: May 3 – 17

    Meet the Artists: August 8

    Paint the Town Kensington Labor Day Weekend Show: August 31– September 2

    Largest MAA judged show of up to 500 artworks including 2D and 3D works and plein air competition.

    Registration: Mid-July


    Windridge Fall Art Show (theme TBD): September 25 – December 29

    Part of the quarterly tasting room gallery shows with up to 23 artworks.

    Registration: August 17 -30

    Meet the Artists: November 7


    Fall Kensington Park Library: (specific dates coming soon)

    MAA at the Goldman Art Gallery: November 3 – December 15

    Registration: September 23 – October 7

    Reception: November 10

    MAA Late Fall Art Show at Glenview Mansion: (specific dates coming soon)




  • 28 Nov 2023 11:07 AM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)

    Member Spotlight - December - Jillian Randall


    Lives in: Gaithersburg, MD

    Website: 
    www.jillianrrandall.com

    Social Media: Instagram @jillianrrandall

    Media and subjects: Acrylic Painting - Abstract and Photography - Landscape/Non Figurative.


    Why you joined MAA: I joined MAA to join a community of artists for accountability and inspiration. I was formerly an elementary school teacher, then taught high school art.  During that time, I let my personal artmaking practices become less of a priority. I thought that joining a local artist collective would bring me some of the studio feeling I miss from my college days.

    Something fun about you: I LOVE dogs! I have had two dogs named after painters, the first was Pablo (Picasso) and my current dog is Bosch after the early Dutch painter Hieronymus Bosch.


    Artist Biography

    Jillian R. Randall is a creative professional born, raised, and living in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area.A true Jillian of All Trades, her work experience encompasses a broad range of techniques and media. She has a bachelor's in Studio Art and a master's in art education from the University of Maryland.  After several years as a community and public school arts educator, she uses the principles of photographic composition and her knowledge of digital editing software to apply her unique aesthetic perspective to her pieces. Her artwork primarily focuses on combining mundane imagery in bold color and complex layers. 


     


  • 9 Nov 2023 3:49 PM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)

    How to Promote Your Art Activities Through Montgomery Art Association

    By Martina Sestakova

    As a paid member of Montgomery Art Association (MAA), you are invited to promote your art-related efforts and achievements via MAA’s channels.

    Activities we encourage you to share with us include: solo or group shows you are participating in outside of your MAA membership, winning an award, teaching a workshop, being published, joining a gallery, or participating in an event.

    There are three ways you may update us so that we can support spread the word about your activities.

    1. Submit to the Member Happenings newsletter

    By the end of each month, go to https://montgomeryart.org/member-happenings and submit an easy form about an activity. Your write-up and photo will be included in the Member Happenings newsletter that goes out to MAA members and supporters on the 15th day of the following month. Plan your submissions ahead so that you have an ongoing coverage of your art journey.

    Furthermore, all contents of the Member Happenings newsletter are turned into posts for MAA official (*public-facing) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/MontgomeryArtAssociation) and Instagram accounts (https://www.instagram.com/maaartists/). Thus, your submission is shared with the public three times.

    2. Post on Member Facebook page

    All members in good standing may join https://www.facebook.com/groups/MAAartists. This is a private group and you can freely post to it with questions to other artists and updates about your activities. In this group, you may also coordinate drop off or pick up of your art in case you are unable to meet show deadlines.

    3. Tag @maaartists on Instagram

    When you share a story or a post on Instagram, tag @maaartists (must be tagged in the photo on Instagram) so that we can easily share your update with the followers of MAA’s official Instagram account at https://www.instagram.com/maaartists/. We reserve the right not to share your update but are happy to do so if it matches the types of activities listed above.

    We are looking forward to hearing from you and supporting you in promoting your art activities. If you have any questions, reach out to Martina Sestakova, MAA’s marketing committee chair, at connect@radostbymartinasestakova.com.

    *Members are not able to post directly to public-facing Facebook and Instagram accounts. The MAA board reserves the right to manage these channels.


  • 29 Oct 2023 10:47 AM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)

    November's Member Spotlight: Melissa Eisen


    Lives in: Gaithersburg Maryland with my husband and dog, Penelope

    Websitewww.meleisen.com

    Social Mediainstagram.com/rosetwinkletoes

    Media and subjects: Marker, watercolor, acrylic paint, landscapes and abstract work, occasional figures


    Why you joined MAA: I have been out of the art scene for a while, but have always followed MAA and loved the work that MAA and participating artists do. Decided it was time to start being active again.

    Something fun about you: I just got married in May at VisArts, an awesome Montgomery County arts nonprofit!


    Artist Biography: I received my Bachelor of Arts in fine art and art education from the University of Maryland, College Park. I then taught art in Maryland public schools for several years. I try to use accessible materials to show that fine art can be made from anything. In addition to creating from the recesses of my own mind, I like to bring other people's visions to reality through commissioned pieces, collaborative works, and education.  I have worked with individuals ranging in age from 4 to 90 on a variety of creative and professional endeavors. 



  • 26 Sep 2023 8:04 PM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)



  • 25 Sep 2023 7:36 PM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)

    October Member's Spotlight: Jeff Weiss


    photo credit: Jeff MacMillan

    Lives in: Takoma Park

    Website: mrjeffweiss.com

    Social Media:

    Facebook: Jeff Weiss and Mrjeffweiss

    Instagram: @mrjeffweiss2u

    Media: Digital Images are mounted Giclee prints, acrylics and oils are on wood or canvas, and pencil / pen / pastel are on rag paper.


    Subjects: Landscapes

    Why you joined MAA: I have been drawing and painting since 1973, and doing Computer Graphics since 1980. I have never participated in any shows of any kind. After 50 years, I would like to show what I have been working on all this time.

    Something fun about you: I am a certified dog trainer and have worked with many types of dogs. I am currently owned and trained by a Jack Russell Terrier quite appropriately named Bedlam.


    Biography: I started drawing and painting at the age of 19. At Temple University, I was encouraged to go to the Tyler School of Art, but decided to move to Colorado. I studied Art at the University of Colorado and graduated in 1979. Moving to San Francesco, I worked as a graphic artist for a technical book publisher. One day the owner of the firm, came to me with a large stack of papers and a prototyping breadboard. He said “The technical editor just quit, here’s the manuscript. Do all the illustrations, all the typesetting, all the layout, and test everything to make sure it is correct”. Having only 1 course in Fortran as my computer experience, I learned a lot in this baptism by fire.


    That led to a career in computer graphics, in both Philadelphia and Washington, DC. This included working at Computer Aided Design Service bureaus and as the IT manager at several Architecture firms. I have also taught an Introduction to Design with Computer Graphics at a small private school.

    All the while, I never stopped painting and drawing. Over the years, I have been influenced by many artists: Agam, Escher, Dali, Hopper and Calder. My current work involves the creation of 3 dimensional fractals inside photo-spheres. These are virtual environments that do not and cannot exist. I try to bridge the gap between virtual and representational imagery.


  • 2 Sep 2023 5:46 PM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)

    In this blog post, we'll share Paint the Town winning artworks across categories. Congratulations, all artists, for a beautiful show!

    First, a note from our Judge, Sumita Kim:

    Judging the Paint the Town Labor Day show and selecting prize winners for each category from among hundreds of excellent art pieces was one of the most exciting and challenging experiences that I’ve had.

    I was truly impressed by the level of skill and aesthetic achievement demonstrated in each and every work submitted to the show. It was like entering a magical place where gorgeous island scenes - sometimes with ominous clouds - rush toward you, and the most delicate and soft rose petals are shimmering set against a porcelain cup. I was especially touched by how the portrait artists explored a variety of themes that included transmigration, identity, and Memento Mori. I feel honored to have been part of this amazing festival of talents and artistic devotion.



    Kensington 2nd Prize: Robert LeMar, Kensington House in the Snow

    Kensington 3rd Prize: Rona Siskind, Snowy Morning at the Station

    Kensington Honorable Mention: Jing-Jy Chen, Winter Light


    Abstract 2nd Prize: Holly Ceasar-Fox, Shooting Star

    Abstract 3rd Prize: Jeanne Sullivan, Imagination Blooms

    Abstract Honorable Mention: Terry Pellmar, The Orbs

    Abstract Honorable Mention: Jennifer Dreyfus, Moments in Fall

    Abstract Honorable Mention: Michelle Zugrav, Chromatic Poetry

    Abstract Honorable Mention: Myra Ryan, Freedom


    Still Life 2nd Prize: Cecile Kirkpatrick, Yellow Summer in the Caribbean

    Still Life 3rd Prize: Maria Quezada, Life is Fragile

    Still Life Honorable Mention: Maria Elena Lazarte, Pink Peonies

    Still Life Honorable Mention: Patrick Sieg, Spring in a Bottle


    Portrait 2nd Prize: Sameer Sharma, The Illusion of Both Selves

    Portrait 3rd Prize: Isabella Martire, Lucy

    Portrait Honorable Mention: Matthew Baker, Could It Be True?

    Portrait Honorable Mention: Tamara Lewis, Pretty in Pink

    Portrait Honorable Mention: Sandhya Sharma, The Street Dweller

    Portrait Honorable Mention: Ally Morgan, I Feel I've Seen You, I Feel I Known You


    Sculpture / 3D 2nd Prize: Tess Perez, Volumes in Silence II

    Sculpture / 3D 3rd Prize: Anastasia Walsh, What I Saw in My Garden


    Photography 2nd Prize: Alan Kolnik, Fading Summer

    Photography 3rd Prize: Ting Wang, Blue Serenity


    Landscape 2nd Prize: Jen Eidson, Chincoteague Island III

    Landscape 3rd Prize: Mary Scuka, Golden Field

    Landscape Honorable Mention: Matthew Baker, Sunrise After the Storm

    Landscape Honorable Mention: Elisabeth Fletcher, Nicholson A Girl in Front of Her City

    Landscape Honorable Mention: John Weber, Dry Dock Noturne

    Landscape Honorable Mention: Cecile Kirkpatrick, Tricycles

    Landscape Honorable Mention: Mark Adler, Tangier Island

    Landscape Honorable Mention: Jim Klumpner, #68

    Landscape Honorable Mention: Holly Buehler, Blossom Breeze


    Plein Air Adult 2nd Prize: Steve Mabley, Babycat

    Plein Air Adult 3rd Prize: Garine Magary, Flower's Johnson's Nursery

    Plein Air Honorable Mention: An Xiao, Market Kensington

    Plein Air Model Honorable Mention: Holly Beuhler, Let's Have a Beer!


    Student Invitational 2nd Prize: Nicolle Corvacho, Waterfall

    Student Invitational 3rd Prize: Madeline Hogentogler, Fear




  • 26 Aug 2023 4:11 PM | Teresa Sites (Administrator)

    Learn more about the MAA's annual Montgomery College scholarship winners in this feature written by MAA member Suzanne Papiewski.

    Hedieh Anderson

    Hedieh Anderson is a Graphic Design major at Montgomery College. Her lifelong dream has been to study art. She has really enjoyed her art classes at Montgomery College, “all ears, trying to absorb all the information.” The art classes taught her to think outside the box. She learned critical thinking, how to plan her artwork, and how to change her original plan. In applying these principles to her artistic process, she finds that she starts with an idea but the results are more detailed and somewhat different from her original plan.


    Hedieh has created art inspired by the woman-led revolution happening in Iran, her home country. One school project required making a reliquary. A reliquary holds parts of or represents a saint. Her reliquary piece is titled "Nika, the brave daughter of Iran." Hedieh believes Nika was a saint because had a brave heart and died for her beliefs. The last photos of Nika show her standing on a dumpster in the middle of a protest, burning her head scarf. The Iranian Revolutionary forces brutally murdered her for this act, stole her body on her funeral day, and buried her miles away from where her family was planning to bury her. She was buried on her seventeenth birthday. 

    Hedieh mostly uses paper clay for sculpture like the reliquary piece. She typically uses everyday items such as cardboard or foil as the base, and then creates the final shape with the paper clay. It air dries, so no oven is required, making the method practical. After it sets, she paints over it. She likes paper clay because it is soft and very easy to work with, it is easy to mold the shape and add layers. In the future, Hedieh plans to take more art classes. Although she is a Graphic Design major, she is also very interested in drawing, painting, and sculpting. She will utilize the skills learned in art classes, and continually expand her art knowledge. She hopes to create more artworks around current social events, and she really hopes to create ones with uplifting themes as well as the ones she has already made that focus on tragic events.

    Sarah Meiselman

    Sarah’s home life was surrounded by singing and music, and her parents fostered her exploration of the arts as a career choice. The art media she uses includes ceramics, painting, multimedia, and drawing. Ceramics particularly resonates with her because it allows her to use her hands and her mind simultaneously. She very much enjoys the serendipity in the unique variation of each of her ceramic works.

    Sarah found her art history classes more interesting than traditional history classes. She enjoyed seeing world history through the lens of artists, which provided more concrete contexts to world events than other history classes she had taken in the past. She is most influenced by the art movements of Dada and Surrealism. She like to incorporate surrealism into her art by incorporating an “out of place” element. She also likes to use certain death symbols, such as skulls, in her art to remind her audience of life’s fleeting quality.


    Sarah is currently applying to art galleries and is making her entry into the local "art scene." She would like to create a supportive community of artists and ultimately use a studio in her home as a gathering place for that community.


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