Montgomery Art Association upcoming events

Simple Pleasures: Art Show in the Tasting Room at Windridge Vineyard (1 Jul 2026)

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Simple Pleasures

MAA Art at Windridge Vineyards

Key dates

Note change in art pickup date - Sept. 14

Show Dates: July 1 - Sept 13, 2026
Registration: May 25 - June 8
Juried Art Selection: June 18
Notification to Artists: June 20
Artwork Drop Off: Monday June 29, 10am - noon
Meet the Artists: Thursday, August 13, 5:00 - 8:00pm Tasting Room
Art Pick Up: Monday, September 14, 10am - noon ***

On My Own by Leslie Kraff

Theme for Submissions: Simple Pleasures -- Artists are encouraged to interpret the theme broadly and personally, capturing the beauty found in everyday moments, familiar rituals, and life’s small but lasting pleasures. Through a wide range of artistic styles and subjects, Simple Pleasures offers viewers an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the simple things that make life meaningful.

Set within the welcoming atmosphere of Windridge Vineyard’s tasting room, this exhibit will create a warm and inviting experience where art, community, and the enjoyment of everyday pleasures come together.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Number of Artworks Allowed: MAA Members are invited to submit for consideration up to 2 artworks. Artists may submit work in any of the following categories:

Natural Landscapes, Maritime, and Seascapes

Cityscapes, Townscapes, Urbanscapes

Still Life

Abstract Art

Portraiture - People and Animals

Eligible Media 2D works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, hand-pulled prints, drawing/ink mediums, textile, digital painting (read Digital Painting Requirements) and photography. 3D works are not included in this show.

Cost There is no cost to submit your work to for consideration. If your artwork is selected by Windridge Vineyard, a fee of $10 will be required at the time of art drop off. Process:

Selection Process
Artwork for this themed juried exhibition will be reviewed by the owners and graphic artists at Windridge Vineyard. The selection process emphasizes strong artistic quality, technical skill, originality, and thoughtful interpretation of the exhibit theme, Simple Pleasures. Jurors will also consider overall composition and how successfully each piece aligns with the atmosphere and vision of the exhibition.

Approximately 18–23 artworks will be selected for display in the Windridge Vineyard tasting room for a three-month exhibition period. All submitted artwork must be available for sale. Windridge Vineyard will notify artists when artwork is sold and will provide payment to the artist less a 20% commission.
Framing and Wiring Requirements ( MAA Framing & Wiring Requirements): All selected works must be framed, gallery wrapped or professionally finished, securely wired with hanging wire (no loops, sawtooth hangers). If submitting an unframed canvas, edge must be painted or finished to a professional level. No wet canvases will be accepted.

All accepted work must be exhibition-ready and deliverd to Windridge Vineyard Tasting Room on Monday, June 29, 10am-noon.

Replacement of Sold Artwork: Artists whose work is sold during the show period may contact the show manager or Kathy Tynan VP Shows to replace the sold work. Artists are not to contact the staff at Windridge Vineyard to replace artwork.

Membership Requirement: You must be a MAA member to register for this show. If you would like to join or renew your membership go to Join MAA.

Show Prospectus: The show prospectus is now available SHOW PROSPECTUS Please check out the prospectus for details that may not be in the announcement.

Hope to see your artwork in the show -- If you have any questions contact the MAA show manager Kathy Tynan at kftynan@gmail.com ormaaartists@gmail.com.

A Closer Look - Juried Art Show at Kentlands Mansion (17 Jul 2026)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

A Closer Look - MAA Art Show

Juried

At the Kentland Mansion

Key Dates

Show Dates: July 17- October 4
Registration: May 4 - 18
Juried Art Selections: June 1

Art Drop Off: July 13, 10:00 am - noon
Art Hanging: July 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm.

Reception: July 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm*

ArtPick Up: October 5, 10:00am - noon

* please note time change for reception

We are thrilled to announce our first show at the beautiful and historic Kentlands Mansion. This exceptional venue offers an incredible opportunity for MAA artists to showcase their work in one of the more important galleries in the area.

This is a juried exhibition of 50 artworks. Artwork at Kentlands Mansion will be displayed throughout both the first and second floors of the mansion, along with adjoining rooms that create the "gallery" experience.

Show Theme -- A Closer Look

What happens when you slow down and really look?

A Closer Look invites artists to explore observation, attention, and discovery—work that reveals something more the longer we spend with it.

This may mean focusing on quiet details, unexpected perspectives, or the layered beauty of everyday subjects—the expression on a face, the texture of weathered surfaces, shifting light across a landscape, or small moments often overlooked in daily life.

It may also mean looking beyond first impressions—finding meaning, emotion, or connection that becomes clearer through careful attention.

Artists are encouraged to create work that draws the viewer in and rewards a second glance—art that invites pause, curiosity, and deeper engagement.

Sometimes the most powerful subjects are not the grandest ones, but the ones we almost missed.

Show Juror and Considerations

We are excited to welcome Jennifer Kahn Barlow as juror for A Closer Look.

Jennifer is an award-winning oil painter whose celebrated work often explores the beauty, color, and emotion found in everyday confections. Her paintings have been exhibited throughout the Mid-Atlantic and featured in Washingtonian and Professional Artist, with work held in both public and private collections.

As juror, Jennifer will evaluate artwork based on technical merit, originality, composition, presentation, emotional impact, and how thoughtfully each piece engages with the theme A Closer Look.

Judging philosophy: jkb-art.com/blog

Eligibility Requirements

Membership: All members are warmly invited to register their artwork for consideration. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this exciting milestone for MAA!

If you are not a member and wish to participate in the show, please sign up for membership by clicking JOIN MAA.

Media: Original 2D artwork: Oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, drawing/ink mediums, hand-pulled prints, fused glass, textile-fiber arts and digital painting (Digital Painting Requirements for MAA Shows) and Photography. All work must be consistent with the subject requirements and theme.

Number of Artworks Allowed: MAA members are invited to submit one artwork with an optional second for consideration in this show.

Artwork Size: All artwork must be less than sixty (60) inches in any dimension and weigh less than fifty (50) pounds.

Framing & Wiring Requirements: All artwork must conform to the MAA and the City of Gaithersburg framing and hanging requirements. See framing guidance FRAMING GUIDANCE; click additional link on the framing guidance page for Gallery wrapped work.

Artists Label: Artists must label the back of their artwork with the artist's name and the title of the artwork.

Show Prospectus : Please read the show prospectus carefully. This announcement provides an overview only and does not include all show requirements, eligibility details, artwork policies, authenticity requirements, insurance inforamtion, or the City of Gaithersburg's conditions for participation, including the right to disqualify artwork.

Volunteers Needed:

Volunteers will be needed for a variety of tasks to support this show. While registering your artwork - please also check off one of the volunteer tasks for this show. We will need help with art check in, art hanging and putting up labels, meet the artists, and art pick-up.

Thank You for Volunteering

Kentlands Mansion Art Gallery: The gallery is located at 320 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878.

Contact: Direct all questions about this show to Holly Buehler, Show Manager at HollyBuehlerArt@gmail.com or Kathy Tynan, VP Shows at kftynan@gmail.com.

Opening Reception & Awards - MAA Members Show at Kentlands Mansion (23 Jul 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:30:00 GMT

You Are Invited

Opening Reception and Awards

for the

Members' Show at Kentlands Mansion

July 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Marsha by Lara Klopp

We're delighted to welcome you to the opening reception for A Closer Look, MAA's first Members Show at Kentlands Mansion — a celebration of the creativity and talent within our community of artists, set in one of the region's most inspiring arts venues.

The theme, A Closer Look, invites artists and viewers alike into a shared act of noticing — celebrating work that rewards attention, revealing something new the longer you spend with it. Look closely, and see what unfolds.

Join us at 5:30pm for welcome remarks from MAA President Sylvia Douglin, followed by our juror, distinguished artist Jennifer Barlow, who will present the Artist Recognition Awards. Jennifer will also be available throughout the reception to speak with artists and visitors.

Bring family and friends to enjoy one of the premier art venues in the Washington, DC metro area during this exceptional summer exhibition. Discover original works across a variety of mediums and sizes — perfect for gifting, collecting, or treating yourself to something special.

Event Details

Register to attend July 8 - 22. Click the registration button to RSVP.
When: Thursday evening, July 23, 5:30–7:00 PM
Where: Kentlands Mansion
320 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
RSVP: Please click the registration button to reserve your spot.
Refreshments: Light refreshments will be served.

This event is free and open to the public. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Contact: Direct all questions regarding the reception to VP Shows Kathy Tynan at kftynan@gmail.com

Plein Air: Summertime at Brookside Gardens! (1 Aug 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Plein Air: Summertime at Brookside Gardens!

Registration will open on July 14, 2026.

We will be painting on the grounds of beautiful Brookside Gardens, Montgomery County's award-winning 50-acre public display garden, on Saturday, August 1, from 9 am until noon. You will see Japanese-inspired Gude Garden with a teahouse, other gardens including an Aquatic Garden, lush greenery and blooming crape myrtles, as well as hydrangeas, butterfly bushes, and more! Art in photo below: Baltimore Oriole by Melissa Ou.

Location: Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, Maryland

We will meet in front of the Brookside Gardens Visitor Center at 9 am on Saturday, August 1.

Cost: Free

Number of registrants: Up to 24 members and guests (Members may bring 1 guest.)

What to expect: After checking in, we will paint at our chosen spots on the Brookside Gardens grounds until 11:30 am. After painting, we will gather for an informal critique and group photograph in front of the Visitor Center. We will plan to complete our activities by noon. Restrooms are located in the Visitor Center.

After painting, you might consider visiting The Butterfly Experience at Brookside Gardens. If you are interested, tickets are limited and you need to purchase them on-line in advance. Tickets are $15.99 for ages 13+; $10.99 for ages 3-12 and can be purchased here: http://brooksidegardens.ticketsauce.com

Brookside Gardens offers extensive shaded areas, walking trails, and gazebos. The Visitor Center is air conditioned and has water fountains if you need to cool off for a few minutes from painting outside. It also has a nice gift shop!

What to bring: Paints, drop cloth, substrate, easel, stool, water, sunscreen, bug spray, and a hat.

Brookside Garden Rules:

Everyone should have a drop cloth under them, so that paint does not get on any floors/benches/seats/plants, etc.
Please do not sit in any plant beds.
Please keep pathways clear and open for others.
No food or beverages are allowed (except water).

Getting there: This location is accessible by car. Put Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton (or Silver Spring) into your GPS and follow the directions to the Gardens.

Parking: Free parking is available in the main parking lot that you will see as you enter the main entrance to Brookside Gardens.

More information: http://montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/brookside-gardens/

If you'd like to try to find a ride or carpool with other participants, please post a note in our members-only Facebook group.

Photos: Photos are permitted.

Rain date: No rain date. Event will be held only if it is not raining.

Questions: Contact Mark Adler at adlermark@comcast.net, (301) 339-4010.

Open Studio Meeting (1 Aug 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Open Studio Meeting: Saturday, August 1st, 2026, at 1 to 4 pm

Registration will open on July 4, 2026

Please join us at our next Open Studio gathering - a welcoming creative space designed for artists of all levels to gather, share, and grow together. All artists and art enthusiasts are welcome. Whether you’re a painter, sculptor, photographer, writer, or multidisciplinary creator, this is your time to immerse yourself in the joy of making art—side by side with a supportive community.

Open Studio is a casual, drop-in session to foster the 3Cs:

Creativity, Conversation, and Community.

Artists will:

- Work on personal projects in a calm, inspiring environment

- Meet fellow creatives, exchange ideas, and spark new collaborations

- Share techniques, receive feedback, and uplift one another

- Build community, inspiration, and momentum for your creative journey

What to Bring:

- Bring your own art project and supplies

- Your own snack and drink

- Plastic, newspaper, or tarp to cover the table

and, bring your ideas and your passion - you will find support & community among friends.

****Open Studio demo******

Dr. Wendy Shiau is more than happy to do the demonstration and make the introduction of "Zentangle art". The core philosophy of Zentangle centers on the principles of “one stroke at a time” and mindful presence. Beginners are advised to start with the officially recommended monochromatic palette – all you need are paper, a fine-line black ink pen, a graphite pencil for shading and a blending tool or cotton swab.

Open Studio Limit: 20 members and their guests (members may bring one guest).

Cost: The registration fee is $10 per person.

Open Studio Location: Oasis Art Gallery, Westfield Montgomery Mall, 7125 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817

Directions: Click this link for Directions to Oasis

Questions: If you have any questions or concerns please contact Chitra Sharma 703-3384817 or Lily Kak.

2026 Plein Air Competition at the Paint the Town Labor Day Weekend Show (4 Sep 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Registration open August 5 - September 5

One of the special highlights of our annual Paint the Town Labor Day Show is our Plein Air Competition.

"Plein Air" means making art from full life in the moment, and outdoors.

Artists must each register their own canvases - as early as 4-7pm on Friday, September 4 and 7-11am on Saturday, September 5. Artists can submit one (1) two-dimensional work of art by 3pm on Saturday, September 5 for judging and sale at the general art exhibit. Prizes will be awarded during a reception that evening at 6pm in youth and adult categories.

Costumed models will also be present from 10am-1pm for the competition.

Judge: MAA is honored to present gallery owner and curator Jennifer Lynn Beaudet as the judge for the Plein Air competition for 2026. You can read about Ms. Beaudet here.

Artwork may be priced for sale and left on display at the Kensington Armory through Monday's exhibition.

This activity is open to members, non-members and children.

Registration: Register on this page in advance, or in person at the Kensington Armory on September 4 of 5.

Cost: The competition is free for MAA members in good standing and for children (under age 18). Non-member adults pay $10 per person.

Download the 2026 PTT Plein Air Rules & Information for complete details.

Direct any questions to Mark Adler

Paint the Town Labor Day Art Show (5 Sep 2026)

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Paint the Town Art Exhibit and Sale

MAA Judged Show

at the Kensington Armory

Key Dates

Registration: July 15 - August 5
Art Drop off: September 2-3
Artist Preview Reception: September 4
Show: September 5-7
Plein Air: September 4-5
Award Presentation: September 5
Pick up sold/unsold art: September 7-8

The Paint the Town (PTT) Labor Day Weekend Show is one of our marquee events of the year. The three-day exhibit includes a judged art show of approximately 500 pieces, live demonstrations, a plein air competition, prints and card sales, and a warm community reception. The Town of Kensington, a long-time MAA supporter, provides the beautiful, historic Armory building to us for this show.

Judge: MAA is honored to present Jennifer Lynn Beaudet as the 2026 Judge for the PTT Show. Please read about Ms. Beaudet here.

Membership Requirement: Current MAA membership is required to register for this show.

Submissions: MAA members may submit up to two (2) entries in any of these judged categories:

Kensington
Landscape (natural and urban)
Still Life
Photography
Portraits (people and animals)
Abstract
Sculpture

Members can also register a third entry which will be added (in order of registration) if there is available space. We will limit the total artwork to approximately 500 pieces.

Prints and card sales are included in the show (please review Guidelines).

The registration fee is $20.

The Friday-Saturday Plein Air Competition is also judged. Registration is separate and will begin August 5.

Prizes (cash and gift certificates) are awarded in 1st, 2nd and 3rd places and Honorable Mention. The Kensington category has as the first prize the Bertha Clum award, the highest award at this show.

Prospectus: Please refer to the 2026 PTT Prospectus for full information, the PTT FAQs for 2026, and as appropriate, review the Digital Painting Policy and Guidance for MAA Art Shows and Fractal Art as Digital Painting.

Show manager: Anastasia Walsh

Field Trip: The Kreeger Museum (12 Sep 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The Kreeger Museum

Saturday, September 12, 2026 11:00AM

Registration Opens on August 8, 2026

"The Kreeger Museum offers one of Washington's most rewarding art experiences, where Impressionist masterpieces, modernist architecture, and global artistic traditions meet in an atmosphere of exceptional beauty and quiet reflection."

Join the Montgomery Art Association for a special visit to The Kreeger Museum, where masterful paintings, modernist architecture, and global artistic traditions come together in a uniquely intimate setting. Renowned for its collection of nine Claude Monet paintings and exceptional works by Renoir, Sisley, Pissarro, Picasso, and other major artists, the museum offers a rich encounter with Impressionist and modern art.

The experience is further enhanced by the museum’s remarkable building, designed by renowned architects Philip Johnson and Richard Foster. Its elegant travertine-clad structure, sail-vaulted ceilings, and carefully orchestrated natural light create a contemplative environment in which art, architecture, and landscape exist in harmonious dialogue. Collections of African, Asian, modern, and regional Washington art invite visitors to explore connections across cultures and time.

Experience Highlights

Impressionist masterpieces, including nine Claude Monet paintings
Works by major modern artists, including Picasso, Kandinsky, and Miró
Iconic modernist architecture by Philip Johnson and Richard Foster
Sculpture terraces and serene outdoor spaces
Intimate museum setting with world-class collections
Event Schedule
11:00 AM — Arrival & Check-In. Participants arrive, check in, and gather in the entrance lobby
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Self-Guided Museum Exploration
Enjoy a self-guided visit highlighting key works and architectural features:

Monet and Impressionist galleries
Picasso and other modern masters
The Great Hall and its distinctive sail-vaulted ceilings
Sculpture terraces and outdoor spaces

- Admission / Ticket Price
Open registration August 8 - September 11.
Three ticket types:
- Regular (18-62 age) $15
- Senior (62+)/ educator/ Student $10 (with ID)
- Kreeger Museum Member Free
- Address & Phone
  - Address: 2401 Foxhall Rd NW, Washington, DC 20007
  - Phone: (202) 337-3050
Number of registrants: Participation is limited to 15 Montgomery Art Association members and their guests. Members may bring one guest.

Questions: If you have any questions or concerns please contact Claire Rodan at claire.yijiec@gmail.com or Lily Kak at lilypkak@gmail.com.

POUR - MAA Art Show at Windridge Tasting Room (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Pour

MAA Art at Windridge Vineyards

Key dates

Show Dates: Sept 16 - Dec 27, 2026
Registration: August 3 - 17
Juried Art Selection: August 25
Notification to Artists: August 27
Artwork Drop Off: Monday, September 14, 10am - noon
Meet the Artists: Thursday, October 29, 5:00 - 8:00pm Tasting Room
Art Pick Up: Monday, January 11, 2027, 10am - noon

Bouquet by Holly Buehler

Featured artwork: Holly Buehler's Bouquet, whose blooms appear to pour outward from the center of the composition, releasing color, light, and energy into the surrounding space—a fitting expression of this year's theme, Pour.

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Theme for Submissions: POUR

A single word with many possibilities, Pour invites artists to explore ideas of movement, emergence, abundance, and expression.

Pour does not have to depict the act of pouring. It may be expressed through flowing water, cascading light, moving clouds, falling rain, abundant gardens, streams of color, emotional expression, or any subject where energy, movement, release, or abundance are present.

Artists are encouraged to interpret the theme broadly through their own unique perspective. Whether realistic, impressionistic, abstract, or conceptual, we welcome artwork that captures the spirit of something flowing, emerging, overflowing, or being shared.

Show us what Pour inspires in you.

Number of Artworks Allowed: MAA Members are invited to submit for consideration up to 2 artworks. Artists may submit work in any of the following categories:

Natural Landscapes, Maritime, and Seascapes

Cityscapes, Townscapes, Urbanscapes

Still Life

Abstract Art

Portraiture - People and Animals

Eligible Media: 2D works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, hand-pulled prints, drawing/ink mediums, textile, digital painting (read Digital Painting Requirements) and photography. 3D works are not included in this show.

Cost: There is no cost to submit your work to for consideration. If your artwork is selected by the curators, a fee of $15 will be required at the time of art drop off.

Process: Submitted artwork will be selected by the vineyard owners. Approximately 18 - 25 selected works will be exhibited for a three month period. All artwork must be for sale. Windridge will notify artists when work is sold. Windridge will provide payment to the artist, less a 20% commission.

Framing and Wiring Requirements ( MAA Framing & Wiring Requirements): All selected works must be framed, gallery wrapped or professionally finished, securely wired with hanging wire (no loops, sawtooth hangers). If submitting an unframed canvas, edge must be painted or finished to a professional level. No wet canvases will be accepted.

All accepted work must be exhibition-ready and delivered to Windridge Vineyard Tasting Room on Monday, tbd 10am-noon.

Replacement of Sold Artwork: Artists whose work is sold during the show period may contact the show manager or VP Shows to replace the sold work. Artists are not to contact the staff at Windridge Vineyard to replace artwork.

Membership Requirement: You must be a MAA member to register for this show. If you need to renew your membership go to Join MAA.

Show Prospectus: Please read the SHOW PROSPECTUS for show requirements that may not be in the announcement.

Hope to see your artwork in the show -- If you have any questions contact the MAA show manager Kathy Tynan at kftynan@gmail.com or maaartists@gmail.com.

Layered Paper Collage Workshop (26 Sep 2026)

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

MAA is Excited to Announce the Fall Workshopwith Ronni Jolles

September 26, 2026
1pm - 4pm

At Oasis Learning Center & Gallery

Registration for MAA members and their guests open on July 25, and for nonmembers on August 29, 2026

Join a fun workshop where you’ll create a textured work of paper art that captures the mood and beauty of a villa with a summer garden. Discover a fun new art form, using hundreds of kinds of paper as your medium! You will be creating a textured piece of artwork under the guidance of Ronni Jolles. You will be ripping, cutting, and manipulating paper, as you glue layers down onto an 8” x 10” stretched canvas. It’s a very hands on workshop!

All supplies will be provided by the instructor; hundreds of kinds of paper will be there for you to look through, in addition to the basic supplies you’ll need: canvas, archival glue, scissors, colored pencils, etc.

What to Bring: Snacks and drinks to keep you energized

Fee: $50 per MAA member and $60 guest and non-MAA member registration fee with additional $25 cost for supplies. Full refund will be given if the participant cancels before one month of the event; there will not be any refund if the registrant cancels after August 26.

Participants must be 18 years or older.

Workshop Limit: Total number of participants for this workshop is 15.

Workshop Location: Oasis Learning Center, Macy’s Home Store (2nd floor) 7125 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817

Directions: Click this link for Directions to Oasis Learning Center & Gallery

Workshop Instructor:

Ronni created this art form; after teaching Middle School art for many years, she became a fulltime paper artist in 2000. Ronni found she missed teaching, and didn’t realize that this unique art form would be so accessible to those who are just beginners as well as for the more experienced students. It’s fun, and different, and a really great way to spend an afternoon!

Register by clicking the registration button on this page. Registration for members and their guests will be open during July 25 through September 25, 2026. Registration for nonmembers will be open during August 29 through September 25, 2026

Questions: Please contact Rachael Rice and Lily Kak if you have any questions about this workshop.

Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival 2026 (27 Sep 2026)

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Registration will open on August 29, 2026

MAA is partnering with the Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Two tents will be available for up to 15 member artists to display and sell prints, flat originals, and greeting cards. MAA will also be walking in the Wheaton Arts Parade - participant member artists are encouraged to join the MAA group in the parade. The FAQ is here.

Below are the details:

Where: The festival will be in Fryer Town Plaza in Wheaton and nearby streets. See map
Cost to participate: Free; MAA membership is required.
What you may sell: Member artists may bring one print bin, one card rack, and 2 or 3 small framed original works (no larger than 14” in any dimension) with supporting easels. All prints and cards must be in plastic sleeves/bags. All items must have labels that shows price, artist name, and contact info.
Volunteering/staffing: Artists must be present to process sales and volunteer. Participants must bring in their own items at drop off (8:00-8:30am) and be present to collect them promptly at the start of take down at 5:00pm. Participants must sign up to volunteer in 2-hour shifts during the festival day – from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm; providing tent oversight and help with set up or take down as needed. Once we know all the participating artists, we will connect you with one another, in case you wish to pair up and self-organize shifts in the tents to process sales of artwork.
Join MAA in Walking in the Parade! MAA member artists are encouraged to walk in the parade - you can walk, pull, carry, or wear your art. Parade marchers will gather by 9:30am. The parade will start at 10 and last for about an hour (the route is about a half-mile). Please carry a small or light piece of your artwork or an empty open frame (to show your face!). (Members are welcome to both walk in the parade and staff the MAA tent - just check "yes" when asked if you would like to walk in the parade while you are registering for your space in the MAA tent. Please note that if you are staffing the tent you are not required to walk in the parade; additionally, you can only display your art at the tent if you are registered to staff the tent.) If you would like to walk in the parade with the MAA group, please contact Mark Adler at adlermark@comcast.net before September 19.
Sales: Participants will process their own sales and receive 100% of sales; MAA is not taking a commission. We recommend you have electronic methods for accepting payments via credit card, PayPal/Venmo, as well as a cash sales.

Disclaimer: Reasonable care and security will be provided by the MAA volunteer artists. Neither MAA nor the Wheaton Arts Festival and Parade organizations will be held responsible for loss or damage to artwork after dropping off, during the festival, and until picking up afterwards. Artists are advised to have their own insurance.

Key dates:
Registration: August 29-September 26, 2026
Event: September 27
--Setup: 8-10 am
--Open to the public: 10 am-5 pm
--Break down: 5-6 pm

Contacts: MAA event manager Mark Adler

Afterglow: Juried/Judged Art Show at the Goldman Gallery (8 Nov 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Afterglow

Juried & Judged Show

Art Show at Goldman Gallery

Key Dates
·       Show Dates:  November 8 - December 13, 2026
·       Registration open: September 1 - 15

Judges Jury Selections: October 9

·       Drop off: Monday,November 2, 9am - 11am
·       Reception: Sunday,November 15, noon - 3pm

Art Recognition Awards at Reception: 1:00 - 2:00pm

Artists Demonstration: Sunday, November 22, 1:30 - 3:00pm
·       Pick Up Unsold Artwork: Tuesday, December 15, 9 -11am

Theme: Afterglow

Afterglow explores what remains after a moment of intensity—how light, color, and atmosphere continue to shift and resonate.

Artists are encouraged to move beyond literal interpretations and consider how energy is carried through a work—whether through color, contrast, surface, or composition. This may be expressed through landscape, interior, figure, or abstract approaches.

Successful work will demonstrate a clear and intentional use of light and color to create a sense of presence that extends beyond the immediate moment.

Juried Art Selection
Afterglow is a juried exhibition featuring approximately 65 2D works and up to 10 sculpture works of art selected by Jordan Bruns. All members are warmly encouraged to submit artwork for consideration. In making selections for the exhibition, the juror will consider the overall strength of the artwork, the quality of presentation, and how thoughtfully the work connects to the theme Afterglow. We encourage artists to submit work that reflects both their artistic vision and their personal interpretation of the theme. Juried selections will be made by October 9.

Judged Awards Process
In addition to serving as juror, Jordan Bruns will also judge the selected works for recognition awards. Award consideration begins with the submitted artwork images, which Jordan uses for an initial review before making final award decisions after viewing the artwork in the gallery. Works will be evaluated for artistic impact, originality, composition, technical skill, presentation, and the effectiveness with which the artwork expresses the spirit and interpretation of the theme Afterglow. Award determinations will be made between November 3 - 6.

Importance of Artwork Images

Submitted artwork images play an important role in both the jurying and awards review process. Artists are strongly encouraged to provide high-resolution photographs with accurate color representation, proper lighting, and clear detail. Images should present the artwork as professionally and accurately as possible, as initial jury and award considerations are made from the submitted digital images before final review in the gallery.

Eligible Media:

2D artwork: Oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, drawing/ink mediums, hand-pulled prints, fused glass, textile-fiber arts, digital painting (read Digital Painting Requirements), and photography. All 2D artwork must meet MAA framing requirements and wiring standards. See framing guidance FRAMING GUIDANCE.

3D artwork: Fused glass, mosaic, clay, wood and/or metal. Sculpture work will be displayed on pedestals or elevated spaces. (up to 10 total pieces).

Membership: You must be a Montgomery Art Association member in good standing to enter this show.

Number of Works and Sizes: Allowed: MAA members are invited to submit:

Two Dimensional Artwork: 1 artwork entry per member. We will accept 8 works that are up to 48" (that could be a 24x48" or a 48x48") and 55 smaller works of various sizes not to exceed 32" on any side. The gallery will accommodate approximately 63 wall artworks in total.
Three Dimensional Artwork: 1 artwork in 3D sculpture category per member. A total of six 3D sculptures will be accepted in this show. 3D work will be displayed on pedestals or larger sculpture can be shown as a floor piece.
Optional 2nd artwork in either 2D or 3D: Members may register a second work, which will be added to the show in order of registration if space is available. The show manager will notify members whose second work is accepted soon after registration closes.

Show Fee: There is not cost to registration for your artwork to be considered for this show. There will be $20 show fee for accepted artwork (nonrefundable).

Framing and Wiring: Please use this link Framing and Wiring for requirements for framing and wiring your art.

Show Prospectus: Please review the Show Prospectus for all show requirements.

Volunteers Needed: Volunteers will be needed for a variety of tasks to support this show. While registering your artwork - please also check off one of the volunteer tasks for this show. We will need help with:

Art Drop Off

Exhibit Curation

Reception

Reception Photographer

Art Pick Up

Thank you for Volunteering!

Note: All submissions will be reviewed to ensure submissions meet the JCC Bender Goldman Gallery's goal of presenting exemplary visual arts for diverse audiences.

About the Goldman Art Gallery: Focusing on meaningful, inclusive exhibits depicting experiences, identity, and culture, the Goldman Gallery is a beautiful, warm, and welcoming space. It is housed in the Bender JCC building, which is home to dozens of classes and activities each week. Daily foot traffic is robust. Learn more.

Questions: Contact show manager Rona Siskind email: rsiskind@gmail.com, or Kathy Tynan at kftynan@gmail.com

Field Trip: Glenstone Museum: Art, Architecture, and Landscape in Late Autumn (21 Nov 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Montgomery Art Association Fall Cultural Field Trip
Glenstone Museum: Art, Architecture, and Landscape in Late Autumn

Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Glenstone
Address: 12100 Glen Road, Potomac, MD 20854

Registration open on November 7, 2026

The Montgomery Art Association is pleased to invite members and guests to a special late-autumn field trip to one of the nation’s premier destinations for contemporary art, architecture, and landscape design.

Nestled within a beautifully curated natural setting in Potomac, Maryland, Glenstone offers a unique museum experience where world-class contemporary art is thoughtfully integrated with architecture, sculpture, water features, and expansive landscapes. The quieter atmosphere of late November provides an ideal setting for reflection, artistic inspiration, and meaningful engagement with both art and nature.

Participants will have the opportunity to explore Glenstone’s renowned galleries, the award-winning Pavilions, outdoor sculpture installations, and contemplative landscapes while experiencing one of the most distinctive cultural institutions in the United States.

Meeting Location

Please meet at 9:50 AM in front of the Glenstone Arrival Hall (Main Visitor Entrance). We will gather outside the main entrance before entering the museum together.

Admission

Admission is free; however, advance registration and museum reservations are required. Participants are responsible for reserving their own timed-entry tickets through the Glenstone website prior to the visit.

Optional Lunch Gathering

Following the museum visit, participants are welcome to join fellow members for lunch at the Glenstone Café, which offers a seasonal menu featuring locally sourced ingredients in an elegant and relaxed setting overlooking the museum grounds.

Important Information

Please wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for indoor and outdoor exploration.
Members are encouraged to arrive by 9:45 AM.
Carpooling is encouraged when possible.
Museum tickets may become unavailable in advance, so early registration is required.

This field trip is especially recommended for artists, photographers, designers, architects, writers, and anyone interested in contemporary art, landscape aesthetics, creative practice, and cultural enrichment.

We look forward to sharing an inspiring day of art, architecture, and fellowship with our Montgomery Art Association community.

Number of registrants: Participation is limited to 20 Montgomery Art Association members and their guests. Members may bring one guest.

Questions: If you have any questions or concerns please contact Claire Rodan at claire.yijiec@gmail.com or Lily Kak at lilypkak@gmail.com.

Montgomery Art Association upcoming events

Simple Pleasures: Art Show in the Tasting Room at Windridge Vineyard (1 Jul 2026)

A Closer Look - Juried Art Show at Kentlands Mansion (17 Jul 2026)

Show Theme -- A Closer Look

Opening Reception & Awards - MAA Members Show at Kentlands Mansion (23 Jul 2026)

Plein Air: Summertime at Brookside Gardens! (1 Aug 2026)

Open Studio Meeting (1 Aug 2026)

2026 Plein Air Competition at the Paint the Town Labor Day Weekend Show (4 Sep 2026)

Paint the Town Labor Day Art Show (5 Sep 2026)

Field Trip: The Kreeger Museum (12 Sep 2026)

11:00 AM — Arrival & Check-In. Participants arrive, check in, and gather in the entrance lobby

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Self-Guided Museum Exploration

Enjoy a self-guided visit highlighting key works and architectural features:

Monet and Impressionist galleries

Picasso and other modern masters

The Great Hall and its distinctive sail-vaulted ceilings

Sculpture terraces and outdoor spaces

POUR - MAA Art Show at Windridge Tasting Room (16 Sep 2026)

Layered Paper Collage Workshop (26 Sep 2026)

Wheaton Arts Parade & Festival 2026 (27 Sep 2026)

Afterglow: Juried/Judged Art Show at the Goldman Gallery (8 Nov 2026)

Field Trip: Glenstone Museum: Art, Architecture, and Landscape in Late Autumn (21 Nov 2026)