Our Annual General Meeting is on 7.30pm Tuesday 13th September 2011 We will be discussing the previous years society progress and achievements, up & coming events for the coming year and nominate committee members for the next 2011/2012 period.

 

After the general meeting proceedings Deidre Morrison will be running a fun workshop demonstration on Drawing Tricks of the Trade! Have fun trying out drawing techniques using soft graphite pencils plus some simple tools to add texture and 3D effects. Some materials will be supplied but bring your own 3B to 9B graphite pencils, kneadable erasers, stumps and sketch books or cartridge paper if you wish.

 

Everyone is welcome to join us for an important annual event as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts. New memberships with the society are always welcome. The MTAS AGM night is at 7.30pm Tuesday 13th September 2011 at the Stan Stevens Studio, Windsor Library, Deerubbin Centre, George St, Windsor.  Free Entry (includes supper) 

Enquiries Narelle ph 4565 9222.

 

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Parking is now strictly outside the centre.

Membership Renewals

Members that have not yet completed their membership forms for the July 2011 - July 2012 year, please return your forms and fees promptly if you have not already done so.

Membership is $25 single for a year or $20 concession (age 65 or C/Link pension)
$30 family or $25 concession

New Members are always welcome - there is a $5 joining Fee in addition to the yearly fee

The society meets the 2^nd Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm.

Stan Stevens Studio, Deerubbin Centre, Hawkesbury Cultural Precinct, 300 George St, Windsor

 

HAAT Open Weekend 27th & 28th August

This is the BIGGEST 'HAAT' weekend of the year!  A NOT TO MISS!  The dates are 27th and 28th August and it is the first opportunity the MTAS to present a true exhibition at Yarramundi. Due to the calibre of the HAAT Trail we are requesting everyone to bring their 'finest' paintings!  Limit of six per member.  Works to be for sale. Sold works a 25% commission to MTAS.

Please deliver paintings & craft to Yarramundi Friday from 10am to 12 noon.

For more information on the Hawkesbury Artists and Artisans Trail see www.haat.com.au

Monthly Meeting Parking Important Message

This is an urgent message from the Deerubbin centre for next Tuesday's Demo meeting.

 

"Due to HCC regulations, members are advised NOT to use the underground car park at the Deerubbin Centre. This facility closes at 7:45pm and any vehicle locked in will incur a substantial fee for the owner to have it released before normal opening hours on Wednesday morning.  MTAS apologises for the inconvenience but we are subject to council’s directive”

 

Plenty of parking is available just outside the centre.

 

We hope to see you all then!

August 9th Monthly Meeting - Demonstration: Oils by Gloria Galvin

This month Macquarie Towns Arts Society are proud to announce the August Art Demonstration on Tuesday 9th August at 7.30pm will feature Oil Painting artist Gloria Galvin.

Gloria will demonstrate her techniques with Oils, at the end witness the finished work results from her many years of painting experience. Gloria has an extensive career spanning 30 years and has studied with many leading Australian artists. Her work is sought after for exhibiting in many art exhibitions and galleries. Gloria has won numerous awards for Oil painting, Pastel and Watercolour.

Most recently, first prize in the Macquarie Towns Art Society Country Award Spring Exhibition. Her paintings are represented in private collections in Australia and internationally.  Gloria's demonstration will be in Oils and will be a insightful & fun evening for all! Looking forward to seeing you there!

Macquarie Towns Arts Society has been active in the Hawksebury area for many years. New memberships with the society are always welcome.  For further details please contact Narelle on 4565 9222.

Everyone is welcome to join us for a very special evening with Gloria demonstrating as well as the opportunity to enjoy networking with like-minded art enthusiasts.

7.30pm Tuesday 9th August 2011 at the Stan Stevens Studio, Windsor Library, Deerubbin Centre, George St, Windsor
Entry $3 MTAS members and $5 visitors (includes supper) Enquiries Narelle ph 4565 9222

MTAS Monthly Meeting - 14th June Demo: John Wilson

Our next Monthly Meeting is on next week Tuesday 14th June.

7:30pm - Demo is John Wilson, Oil Painting

Held in the Stan Stevens Studio, Deerubbin Centre,
300 George St, Windsor.

John Wilson is a Multi-Award winning artist, whose paintings capture the more elusive qualities unique to the Australian landscape.  His works, considered highly collectable are represented in private, corporate and public collections throughout Australia and internationally.
We know it will be a great demonstration worth seeing.

www.johnwilsongallery.com

Everyone is welcome to the meeting - $3 for members & $5 for
non-members which includes supper & a chance to talk to the
demonstrating artist, network with other art minded folk and
catching up with Art News from around the district.

Contact Satya for more information 0405 337 652 as Narelle is away on holidays.

Look forward to seeing you all there.

Satya

MTAS Autumn Exhibition 27th, 28th & 29th May