Welcome
Greetings to all current and future members of the MGA. Hopefully you’ve been
experiencing a restful summer and will be fully charged up for our exciting new season!
Our first Members’ Day Meeting commences Saturday, September 8th in the Varley Gallery’s
Deacon Room (through the doors to the right of the Gallery entrance). This is usually quite a
lively pre-meeting morning as members catch up with each other and meet new faces, but we’ll
try to begin at 10am sharp (Karen, you may need to bring your whistle ;) I’m excited about the
venue change to the Varley Gallery for our monthly meetings, and look forward to partnering up
with them for collaborative projects throughout the year. Definitely a step forward for the group!
Another huge shift this season is our monthly Members Meeting and Workshops will now be held
on Saturdays. A lot of thought went into this change– in order to secure quality presenters and
workshops, our membership needed to grow. Therefore, we needed to make the MGA more available
to those working during the week, opening up a larger base and broader spectrum of ideas.
We aim for an open line of communication within the group, and will keep you regularly informed
on what's happening via our website, through e-blasts, and our bi-monthly online newsletter
MGA Communiqué. You can also keep connected through our Facebook Page to check out what
other members are up to.
This year’s lineup of Presenters and Workshops is looking pretty exciting, starting with our first
presenter, artist Bianka Guna, who will give an Acrylic Lecture/Demo using GOLDEN products.
All participating MGA members will receive free product samples and colour charts at the end of
the lecture (woo hoo!) so make sure your membership is paid up by September 8th to get the freebies!
Here’s a brief sample of upcoming projects/shows we've been working on for the new season:
• Fall Non-Juried Show: Open to all members who want to exhibit their work in a group show
in the local community
• Collaborative Mosaic Project: a fun and inspiring group experience that has now become a
popular annual event (see the website and our Facebook page for past mosaics the MGA has
created for the community)
• Fundraiser/Charity Event: Raising awareness and/or funds for a community cause
(because YES, we DO care, Melania)
• Annual Juried Spring Show: May, 2019 at the McKay Art Centre
This season’s focus be on expanding our creative family as well as our presence in the
community. Minds, along with friendships, can grow; looking forward to a fruitful year
and see you in September in our lovely new home!
Linda McIntosh
President, Markham Group of Artists
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Members’ Day Schedule 2018/2019:
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Workshop Schedule 2018/2019:
SEPTEMBER 29 Photo Copy Transfers with Joan Holben
APRIL 20 to be confirmed
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Membership 2018/19
The Markham Group of Artists was founded in 1981 to facilitate and promote visual arts
in the Markham area. This vibrant group includes artists from beginners to professionals working
in a variety of media and styles. Make new friends and find community among like-minded people
who inspire one another in both solo and collaborative projects!
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:
• monthly Members’ Day meetings with educational presentations and demonstrations by art professionals
• reduced fees for workshops with top-notch artists
• critiques by recognized artists
• entrance to juried and non-juried shows
• a presence on our website + link to your artist website
• 10% discount at Curry’s and DeSerres Art Supplies
We welcome all levels of experience!
SEASON MEMBERSHIP (September–May): $80
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (by September 1): $70
Ontario Trillium Foundation
The Markham Group of Artists recognizes the support of The Ontario Trillium Foundation and
is very honoured to have been awarded a grant which will assist us with many initiatives.
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