Upcoming Events
There’s always something happening with Plano Art Association. Check this page often to view information about meetings, exhibitions and other opportunities to be involved!
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APRIL 2024
Art & Culture Quest
April 6, 2024 | 12:00 - 3:00 PM
McCall Plaza, Downtown Plano
998 E. 15th Street, Plano, TX 75074
Come on over to McCall Plaza each 1st Saturday to experience the rich culture offered by the Downtown Plano Art District. This free event is a perfect opportunity to explore Plano from a fresh perspective. There is plenty of parking downtown and the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) stops at the Downtown Plano station, just steps away from McCall Plaza.
How It Works:
Stop by the Plano Art Association table at McCall Plaza to pick up a map
Mingle with local artists and browse the pop-up art shops and downtown art installations
Stroll along the authentic brick street as you discover exciting art retailers and galleries
Explore the eclectic collection of downtown shops, boutiques, coffee shops & restaurants
Seek the more than one dozen restored historic homes and a wide offering of museums
Wind down and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of Haggard Park
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Friday Night Lights & Shadows
April 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Collin College Plano Campus - Building A, Rm 183
2800 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX 75074
Each Friday night we hire a model and stage a single long pose so you have lots of time you to finish your masterpiece! We encourage you to come early to get a good spot. We are open to the public and anyone is welcome by signing up for free on meetup.com. Be aware we may feature a nude model on some nights. You must be 18 years or older.
The fee is $20 per session to cover the cost of the studio and the models. Please be aware we can only accept cash. We offer a student rate of $10 to students registered in art classes in colleges and universities in the area.
Please bring your own supplies, paint, drawing implements, canvas, etc. The class room will have easels, tables and sinks to wash up.
At the end of the session, please be sure and take everything with you and help us by throwing away any trash.
Directions:
From 75 (Central) exit Spring Creek Pkwy EAST to Jupiter Road. Take a RIGHT on Jupiter road and then a LEFT at the second turn to enter West Collin College Campus. Turn RIGHT at the large "COUGAR TENNIS" sign to reach Building A and park on the right. Class room A183 is just inside on the right.
Attendance Fee:
$20.00 / $10.00 Student (Cash only)
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Member Meeting
April 23, 2024 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Sam Johnson Rec Center, Rm #3
401 W 16th St, Plano, TX 75075
Join us at the next PAA Membership Meeting. This will be an “Art Share” and we will provided details about our upcoming “125 Show.” Bring your current project to share and for feedback from the group.
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PAST EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 2023
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting: September 26 at the Sam Johnson Recreation Center 6:30 - 8:30 ART MARKETING Presentation by Julia Beaton & Jose Angel Hernandez
Exhibitions
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk
Calls for Entry
Landscape Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk
OCTOBER 2023
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting - October 24th at the Sam Johnson Recreation Center 6:30 - 8:30 ART SHARE!
Exhibitions
Global Reflections Art Exhibition
Land & Sea Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea (October-late November)
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk - October 19, 2023, 5:00 - 8:00
Calls for Entry
Holidays & Winter Days Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
NOVEMBER 2023
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting
Exhibitions
Winter Whimsy Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea (Late November - January)
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk
Calls for Entry
Theme TBD Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
JANUARY 2024
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting: featuring a member’s art share
Exhibitions
Winter Whimsy Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea (Late November - January)
FEBRUARY 2024
Meetings
2/27 PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting: Featuring artist Kay Byfield in an informative talk about Design 6:30-8:30
Exhibitions
Faces, Figures, People, Portraits - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea (February - March)
Calls for Entry
Theme TBD Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
MARCH 2024
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting
Exhibitions
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk
3/23/24 Texas Forever Festival in Downtown Plano
Calls for Entry
Theme TBD Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
PAA Member’s Meeting
VENUE: Sam Johnson Recreation Center, 401 W 16th St, Plano, TX 75075
PAA 125 Show
JUNE 29
PAA 125 Show Scheduled at the Eisemann Center
June 29 through July 24
The PAA flagship show of the year is scheduled from June 29 though July 24. A tentative reception date is Saturday, July 9.
In late April or early May, a call for entries will go out for all artists who reside within 125 miles of Plano.
The three categories of art that will be eligible to be submitted are 2-Dimensional Works, 3-Dimensional Works and Photography. The call for entries will provide full detail about the exhibit, the awards and the parameters of the show.
This year, we will be able to host a full reception as we did prior to the pandemic. The beautiful Eisemann Center is a wonderful venue for showcasing our artwork. It is located at 2351 Performance Dr, Richardson, TX 75082. (Note: dates are subject to change.)
PAA Members’ Meeting
At May Members’ Meeting the election will be finalized including online votes and in-person votes at the meeting.
PAA Member’s Meeting
At April Members’ Meeting the nominating committee will present a slate of candidates who will stand for election.
Sunflowers for Ukraine
SUNFLOWERS FOR UKRAINE
The PAA event: “SUNFLOWERS FOR UKRAINE” will be held at event1013. It will be a sale of PAA and Richardson Civic Arts Society artists’ artwork featuring sunflowers to raise donations for Ukraine. (Details will be provided)
NEW PROGRAM, "The Secret Life of Bicycles" Set for March PAA Members’ Meeting Tuesday, March 29, at Sam Johnson Center
There has been a change of plans for our program at the March members' meeting.
Our program will feature one of our own members who has a highly interesting subject to present that will greatly appeal to your creative sensibilities.
Robertus van der Wege is a noted creator of imaginative 3-dimensional art. The story of his artistic developmental journey is amazing. So amazing that he has been featured in a TedX video, entitled "The Secret Life of Bicycles." TedX described it this way: "This talk reveals how a learning difference led to extraordinary creativity. Is there more we can learn about how individuals with dyslexia learn?" Robertus will show the TedX video and address the group with additional "show and tell" material. This is a program you don't want to miss!
Our meeting will also be the occasion for selecting a nominating committee assigned the task of providing a slate of candidates for officers for the next fiscal year beginning in June. So, think about volunteering for this committee and/or think of someone you would like to nominate.
The meeting will begin at 6:30 (New Time) on Tuesday, March 29, at the Sam Johnson Center, located at 401 W. 16th Street Plano, TX 75075. Link to Map
PAA Members’ Meeting
At March Members’ Meeting a nominating committee will be named for developing a slate of officer candidates.
PAA Members’ Show 2022-Opening Day
Enter the 2022 PAA Members' Show Opens January 26 and Runs Through March 3. Online Entry Deadline is Wednesday, January 12 at Midnight.
Time to answer the call for art for the Members Only Show 2022. This year the show will be held at the Gallery @ Courtyard from January 26 through March 3. The call is now open and will close on January 12 at midnight. You will get notification of how many pieces are accepted by January 17.
Cash prizes will be awarded for these categories:
• Photography
• Representational Painting
• Non-Representational Painting
• 3–D
Click here for full information and to enter the show.
To Login into your account, please enter your registered Email-ID and click on to “Forgot Password” to create a new password for your account.
January Members’ Meeting and Art Share
January Members' Meeting and Art Share Tuesday, January 25, at 7:00
Submission deadline Sunday.
This Tuesday, January 25, our monthly members' meeting will feature a Zoom Art Share hosted by John Van Ness. This is always an illuminating opportunity to share a piece of your artwork with fellow PAA members. It's a chance to invite input and share ideas about how you create your art, tips and suggestions.
This time we will try a slightly different approach to critiquing. John and everyone who wishes to share an opinion about another's artwork, will preface their observations with the phrase: "If it was mine..." then follow with your thoughts and suggestions. That will make it clear that we are sharing our opinion and not judging as "right or wrong."
You will have a chance to vote for you favorite piece presented. The artist with the most votes will receive a $40 Gift Certificate from Asel Art Supply.
Email an image of one of your pieces you would like to share to Gaby Pruitt no later than this Sunday, January 23, to adminexec@planoartassociation.org Be sure to include the title of the piece, the medium and dimensions.
Check your email for the login details.