PAA News
November Art & Wine Walk
Plano Art Association participated in the November Art & Wine Walk in downtown Plano.
October Art & Wine Walk
Plano Art Association participated in the October Art & Wine Walk in downtown Plano.
October Members’ Meeting and Art Share
Plano Art Association is meeting monthly on the 4th Tuesday of the month at the Sam Johnson Recreation Center. Meetings run from 6:30 - 8:30. Join us! Click to read about our last meeting.
2023 Global Reflections Exhibition
Plano Art Association joins with the Plano International Festival to bring you art from a global perspective!
Winners Announced for 2022 Members’ Show
Winners Announced for 2022 Members’ Show
On February 15, at the PAA Members’ Show reception at Gallery@Courtyard, winners were announced. There were 55 works displayed at this year’s annual show. Cash prizes were awarded in four categories: 2-D Representational, 2-D Non-representational, Photography and 3-D works.
A large turnout of guests attended the reception that included tasty food and refreshments.
The show juror, Martin Delabono presented his rationales for choosing each winner. His insight and analysis were appreciated by all.
Martin said, “Such a pleasure to come up to judge this year’s Plano Art Association Members’ Exhibit and to see the work being produced by artists in Plano. It was wonderful to see work in all sorts of styles being produced on such a high level.”
PAA Friday Night Lights and Shadows At Collin College Every Friday Evening
Each Friday evening artist who enjoy painting and drawing from a live model gather at Collin College to paint and draw.
Join the fun at the Plano Spring Creek campus Room A183
from 7:00 till 10:00 pm. Attendees are required to pay $20 (cash) to pay model fee and studio rental. Easels, stools and side tables are provided.
To sign up and reserve your spot each week, go to meetup.com (FYI, Click on small blue type that states “Hosted by Friday Night Lights and Shadows” to join the meetup group and sessions.)
Annual PAA Holiday Party was held at Art Centre of Plano on the evening of December 14.
PAA members attended our annual Holiday Party at this year’s in-person event at the ArtCentre of Plano on the evening of December 14.
Our special guest for the evening was Byrd Williams IV. He is a renowned photographer, and his father, grandfather and great grandfather preceded him as widely recognized photographers. His family story was recently aired in a Special on PBS. His family collection is housed in a special center at the University of North Texas. His presentation was amazing and inspirational.
The event was a great opportunity to celebrate the holiday season with fellow artists. We also had live music performed by noted violinist, Tiara Roberts. Wine and delicious holiday treats were served.
PAA Members Provided Art Supply Gifts for Needy Children Donated to Collin County Assistance Center
Art supplies were bought to the Art Centre of Plano by attendees during our December 14 Holiday Party. A large number of unwrapped gifts including drawing and painting supplies, tools and materials was collected. The items were delivered and presented to personnel of the Collin County Assistance Center pictured here. The Center is located near the Downtown Arts District and provides amazing services to families during the holiday season as well as throughout the year.
PAA Members’ Show January 26 through March 3, 2022
Plano Art Association’s annual Members’ Show is now on display at the Gallery@Courtyard in the Downtown Plano Arts District.
The public is welcome to come view the work of 55 of Plano's top local artists. Their exhibit works are in four categories: Representational Paintings, Non-representational Paintings, Photography and 3-Dimensional Pieces. The location to view all 2-dimensional works is 1509 H Ave, Plano, TX 75074. The gallery highly encourages wearing masks while in the building. Hours are weekdays only,10 am till 4 pm. Show runs through March 3.
The location to view all 3-dimensional works is Summit Avenue Artisan Studios, located nearby at 1108 Summit Ave., Suite 3, Plano, TX 75074. Monday - Saturday, 2 pm till 4 pm. An open house will be held here on Saturday, February 19, 11 am till 4 pm.
Martin Delabano, noted educator and exhibitor will judge the show and winners will be announced at a special awards reception on February 15 at 7:00 at Gallery@Courtyard. The public is invited.
First, second and third wards will be given in each category. The First Place Awards will be sponsored by Prosperity Bank of Plano.