Merry Christmas & don't forget our Members' Show!

​Merry Christmas, MWCA Members!

First, let me wish you a very Merry Christmas and holiday season!  I keep this place and you all in my prayers - hope you all have a peaceful and fulfilling time with your family and friends.

HOLIDAY HOURS AND BEYOND....
Our hours this week:

• Tuesday & Wednesday: 11 - 5
• Thursday: 11 - 8 - free ornament painting from 5 - 8 pm!!
• Friday Christmas Eve: 10 - 2 for last-minute shopping!
• Saturday Christmas Day: CLOSED
• Sunday 12/26: 1 - 5

We will be open our normal hours the week after Christmas but CLOSED 12/31 and 1/1.

Come browse THE BEST from our local artists and makers!  Over 60 artist-members in the shop - unique, affordable and beautiful gifts for everyone on your list ...
See you soon!
And please note...
At least through January 2022 as a trial, we are going to stay OPEN SEVEN DAYS a week!  IF we stay busy, we'll keep these hours!

• Sunday: 1 - 5
• Monday: 11 - 4
• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 11 - 5
• Friday & Saturday: 10 - 5

CLASSES
Check out our classes and events online HERE.  I'm working on adding a weekly Tai Chi class.  This will be held on Friday mornings from 10 - 11 am at The Bridge of Georgia (many thanks to them!) because we don't have room here.  This class will start January 7 and look for registration info to be added soon!

MEMBERS SHOW:  https://www.monroewaltonarts.org/call-for-entries.html

note - we have the entry forms here and you can pick one up before the show, print one out from our link online or wait until drop off and pick one up & fill it out then -- EASY!!  Here is EVERYTHING you need to know!!

Members' Shows are an open call to all MWCA members -- it's your chance to show off your talent and artistry!  We encourage all our members in good standing to plan for our annual Members' Show.  And if you have friends who are not members, that's not a problem!  We are open to all local artists -- have them join us today for many great benefits!  

All members, regardless of experience or expertise are encouraged to enter our Members' Show.  It's a benefit of membership and a great opportunity to support your local art center, plus have your works on display and for sale in our Gallery!  This exhibit is also open to Youth (ages 10 - 17 ).  This is a showcase for YOUR talent.

Our MWCA Members' Show presents all our members' works: experienced, even professional artists' works, emerging artists and novices alike in a single show, highlighting our commitment to fostering a community of support for artists of all levels. All works accepted as long as they meet our guidelines, listed below.   

ELIGIBILITY- Open to all current members of MWCA. 
 
FEES (for up to three entries)  Limit of three entries per artist.
Adult:   $35 due at time of drop off with application form completed in full.  
Youth (10 - 17 years old)):  $5 per entry. Please list child’s age on form.
 
AWARDS: Cash prizes awarded in these categories: 2-D, 3D/Sculpture, Functional Pottery, Photography and Youth – first and runner up in each.  Also Best in Show.

APPROVAL BY COMMITTEE: The MWCA committee reserves the right to reject any artwork due to size (no larger than 40" x 40", framed) and weight limitations or inappropriateness.

SALES:  We prefer that all works be available for sale.  MWCA charges a 25% commission on all sales.

SECURITY: Reasonable security is provided for the duration of the exhibition. Care will be taken in the handling, hanging and displaying of the work. However, MWCA will not be held responsible or liable for the loss or damage of any art.

Artwork left longer than 30 days after the closing of the show will become the property of MWCA.

SUBMISSION FORM MUST ACCOMPANY THE ARTWORK AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION.  We will handle making copies of your form (available at the center at the time of drop-off).  You can then attach the ID tabs after copies have been made at the time of drop-off.  

Here are definitions of our categories:

• 2D includes those pieces that can only be viewed from one side.  This category includes paintings, sketches, pastels, etc. Collages and most fiber works are in the 2D category.
• 3D/sculpture includes pieces that you can walk around and view from all sides. Raku pottery fits in this category since it is decorative only. Some fiber works may be considered 3D.
• Functional Pottery: utilitarian items (mugs, plates, vases, etc).  
• Photography: can include digitally manipulated works but all "pieces" must be original.
• Youth: Can include 2D, 3D/sculpture, Functional Pottery and Photography (ages 10 - 17)

ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS  We reserve the right to refuse any work not meeting these specifications.  Art must hang for the duration of the show.  All artwork must be delivered ready to be hung.

• No copies or prints of originals.  All work must be original and completed without *assistance.
  • * Works made in one of our classes by our students (adult or child) are allowed in the Members Show, if the teacher's hands did not physically touch the work.
• Fiber arts:  Works made from patterns and general directions for knitting, weaving, quilting, rug hooking etc. are permitted; however works made from kits are not.
• One entry form (one to three pieces of art) per artist.
• Work must not have been previously shown at MWCA,
• All flat work must have a wire on the back. (No saw tooth hangers). Exception: photography printed on metal or acrylic with a built-in hanger
• Work that is not secured into the frame will not be hung.
• If you choose to enter work on a non-framed canvas, paint must be on the edges.  Must have a wire on on the back.
• All paint must be dry.
• Charcoal & pastels must be fixed.
• Sculpture must be sturdy and able to stand on its own.
• MWCA takes 25% on all sales, so please price accordingly.
• Work does not have to be for sale but, we prefer that it be.

 
WHAT WE ASK FROM YOU  ARTISTS must promote our shows to increase visibility and participation!

• Promote our shows via your own social media, email lists etc. Talk it up to your friends and family! You can tag us:  @monroewaltonarts and #monroewaltonarts
• Email a brief bio about yourself and a statement about your works to [email protected].
• Share MWCA's Facebook posts to your own business and personal pages and other groups you may be a part of.
• Invite your friends and family to visit anytime we are open and especially to the reception! 

Merry Christmas!
Hope