MAA is again delighted to return to the Oasis Art Gallery at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda. This show is the fifth MAA-Oasis collaboration, with 65 works of the artists' choice on display.

At a Glance

Meet the Artist event is Sunday, March 5, 2-4pm

Pick up Unsold Works April 24-25, 10am-4pm

• Eligible media: Oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, drawing/ink mediums, and 3D works. All must be securely wired for hanging on a wall.

• Requirements: The subject is your choice. Your work must be between 9x12" and 28x28" framed and may not weigh more than 15 pounds. 

• Number of pieces allowed: One artwork; option for a second piece if there is room.
  

• Membership: You must be a Montgomery Art Association member in good standing to enter this show.

• Registration period: November 16 - December 14, 2022 (or sooner if filled).
  

• Entry fee: $10 per work (nonrefundable).

About Oasis: Washington Metropolitan Oasis and the Oasis Art Gallery are part of the national, non-profit Oasis education organization dedicated to enriching the lives of adults age 50 and older through lifelong learning, health and wellness promotion and volunteer opportunities including Intergenerational Tutoring. Oasis brings people together to learn, lead, and contribute in their communities. Weekdays, the Oasis offices and Gallery are busy with Oasis class attendees, registrants, art lovers, as well as Macy’s shoppers.  

Questions:  If you have any questions, please email the Show Managers, Helen Wood, Mita Lazarte, or Ella Soroori. Have a great day!

Download the Prospectus to see Show Details

Key dates_.    Art Pick up - April 17, 2023 (10:00am - 1:00pm)

Registration -- November 30 through December 14.            

Juried Selection -- January 3, 2023

Notification to Artists of Selected Works -- January 5, 2023

Artwork Drop Off --January 17, 2023  10:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Show Opening -- January 18, 2023 

Meet the Artists - February 9, 2023 5:00pm - 8:00pm 

Art Pick up - April 17, 2023 (10:00am - 1:00pm)

Canal Early Winter by David Allen

The Windridge Vineyard in Darnestown will be hosting its 2023 Winter Frost and Snow MAA art exhibit in the Tasting Room.  

Submissions: There is a certain beauty to winter that only the frozen landscape can provide, and nothing is quite as amazing as finding a snowflake that is large enough to show its intricate details.  

MAA Members are invited to submit up to 2 works for consideration that are inspired by the natural wonder of winter's spectacular show in any of the following categories: 

• natural landscapes, maritime and seascapes
• cityscapes, townscapes, urbanscapes 
• still life 
• abstract art 
• Portraiture - people and animals 

Media eligible:  2 D works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, drawing/ink mediums and photography.  3D works not included in this show. 

Cost: There is no cost to submit your work to for consideration by Windridge for the show. If your artwork is selected by the curators, a fee of $10 will be required at the time of art drop off.  

Juried process: Submitted artwork will be juried by the vineyard owners. Approximately 18-20 selected work will be exhibited for a three-month period. All artwork must be for sale. Windridge will notify artists when work is sold. Sold works may be replaced by the artist with a similarly size piece. Replacement artwork will be managed by the MAA show manager not Windridge.  

Membership Requirement:  You must be a MAA member to register for this show.  If you need to renew your membership go to Join MAA.

Show Prospectus: Please review the prospectus for details on submission, framing and wiring requirements before registering Windridge Winter Frost & Snow Prospectus 2023. 

Show Manager: Kathy Tynan ( kftynan@gmail.com or maaartists@gmail.com)

Key Dates:

• Registration: December 2-20 (or once the maximum capacity of 35 pieces is reached) 
• Art drop off: January 17, 10 am-12 pm
• Show hanging: January 17, 12-2 pm
• Show: January 20 - March 26, 2023
• Reception: February 21, 6:30-8pm
  
• Pick up unsold works: March 27, 10 am-12 pm

About this show: As the sparkle of Spring approaches, MAA looks forward to its second show at the Benjamin Gaither Center. This airy environment welcomes visitors Monday-Thursday 8:30 am-6 pm and Fridays 8:30 am-4 pm. Plans for a reception are underway.

Prospectus: Please review the Show Prospectus in full before registering.

Media eligible for exhibition: Artwork for this exhibit should be two-dimensional works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, drawing/ink or photography. 3D works are not accepted. All works must be 36”x36" or small (framed). 

Subject: No theme/artist choice

Number of pieces allowed: Each member may submit 1 entry

Registration dates: Registration starts Thursday, December 2, 2022. It ends Sunday, December 20, 2022, at 11:59 pm ET, or earlier, if show capacity is reached.

Entry fee: $10 (nonrefundable)

Contacts: Show managers Holly Buehler hollybuehlerart@gmail.com 

 Registered Artists -- It's time to Submit Your Painting Image

Key date

Art Image Submission --March 5 - April 1

Notification to Artists of Art Awards -- April 12  

Meet the Artists - Combined with Windridge Spring Show -- May 11 

The Contest:  Windridge Vineyard is commissioning and purchasing an original watercolor of their vineyard wine grape mapping.  To make this a little more fun for everyone and to extend this opportunity to our community of watercolor artists, MAA is hosting a contest in which Windridge will select the winning artworks.  

Contest Winners:  Windridge Owners will select 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.  The 1st place winning watercolor will be purchased by Windridge not to exceed $350.  The 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive monetary awards for their submissions. The 1st place winner's watercolor will hang in the Windridge Vineyard Tasting Room and will be used for advertising in their spring and summer publicity campaigns.  The artist of the 1st place watercolor will be acknowledged whenever the artwork is shown in publications and advertising. 

Watercolor Artwork Submission  

Submission of Artwork:  MAA artists may submit up to 3 works for consideration in this contest.  Artwork images may be uploaded between March 4 and April 1.  April 1 is the deadline to upload artwork. 

Artwork Drop Off -- There will be no art drop off...Watercolor artwork will be selected from the artists photo images submitted online through the event announcement.  

Framing:  Only the 1st place wining artwork must be framed with mat and glass, or  framed  no mat or glass, varnished with UV-protected varnish (to avoid yellowing).   

Media Eligible:   2D watercolor on paper

Dimensions:  8.5"x11" or 11"x14" watercolor artwork (not including mat&frame)

Image of Artwork:  The 1st place watercolor will professionally photographed for use by Windridge for advertising and publicity purposes.  

Cost:  There is no fee to submit your work for consideration.You must be a MAA member to register for this art contest.  

Other  Windridge reference photos can be found at  Windridge FB photos.

Contest Manager:  If you have questions please contact Kathy Tynan at kftynan@gmail.com.  or Maaartists@gmail.com

The Plein Air Paint-out at DuPont Circle in February appealed to a lot of artists but the snowfall forced them to quit before finishing their paintings. Here is a second chance to paint this historic traffic circle again, and this time in Spring! 

The traffic circle is located at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue NW, P Street NW, and 19th Street NW. The Circle is named for Samuel Francis Du Pont (1803-1865), a rear admiral in the United States Navy, and a member of the prominent Du Pont family. With dozens of bistros, bars, boutiques and museums, The neighborhood offers a treasure of inspiration for artists. The Fountain itself offers classical beauty in a contemporary setting.

Where: The DuPont Circle, 1610 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC

Event date: March 25, Saturday, 2023

Time: 9.30 AM -- 1.00 PM 

Meet Up: At the DuPont Circle Fountain from 9.30 to 9.45 am

Registration dates: Registration starts Monday, March 13, 2023. It ends Friday, March 24, 2023, at 11:59 pm ET.

What to expect: Great cityscape with several historic structures, cafes, street scenes, complete with a Fountain, open space with lot of room to sit and paint or sketch, great restaurants close-by.

Please share your photos on the MAA facebook page and on Instagram with #MAAArtists, #MAAPleinAir

Restrooms: Several Cafe’s and Restaurants are open by 10.00 am (some open as early as 7.00 am). Share space with a painting buddy for easier breaks for snacks and restroom.

Parking: Street Parking is available. Car pool and Metro are strongly recommended. Both Metro Exits take you close to the Circle.

No Entry Fee

What to bring: Please bring all the supplies needed for painting/sketching, your favorite drink/water, packed lunch, and insect repellant spray/wipes.

Please keep your phone charged at all time.

MAA Contact: Plein Air Chair, Sandhya Sharma, Sandhya02sharma@yahoo.com

MAA Lead on Site: Elizabeth Mathews, zilmatt@gmail.com

MAA Figure Model Sundays returns!  The Montgomery Art Association and The Compass Atelier are partnering to offer five in-person figure model sessions on select Sundays in March and April. The 3-hour sessions are moderated but uninstructed, providing artists with focused practice time in the studio. Bring along any drawing or painting media that suits you.  If you're unable to join in person or not yet comfortable joining in person, we also offer a Zoom option. 

If you're not yet comfortable joining in person, we also offer a Zoom option.

Event dates and models for our first 5 sessions include:

• March 5, 2023 - Sheba
  
• March 12, 2023 - Moe
  
• March 19, 2023 - Sarah
  
• April 2, 2023 - Jalene
  
• April 16, 2023 - Nataliya
  

(If any changes to the above schedule occur, MAA will post as soon as practicable.  Event details below are for the April 2 session only; other sessions will be posted separately.)

DETAILS 

• Date: Sunday, April 2
• Time: 9:00 am-noon
• Model: Jalene (@modelaartistj on Instagram).
• Poses: 1 long pose/portrait. Model will be clothed.
• Number of in-person participants: We've INCREASED the limit of in-person participants to 15 artists for all of our remaining Figure Model Sunday sessions! Advanced registration required; no drop ins.  And even once we reach the in-person studio limit, don't worry - you can still attend using the Zoom option (see below).
• Zoom option: Sign up using the Zoom registrant button; the Zoom link will be sent to you in your confirmation email and in a reminder email the day before.
• Cost: $10 per session in person or via Zoom. (Or, save money by signing up for all five sessions before March 1 for $45. Discount applies only to participants signing up for all five sessions listed above (3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16)).
• Cancellation policy: Cancellations five or more days before the session will result in a full refund. The session is nonrefundable (but transferrable to an artist friend) four days or fewer before the session.
• What to expect: Easels, chairs, and tabourets are available for your use. Please bring all other materials you'll need. Food/drink is permitted. Sinks/restrooms are available. Models and participants should be up to date on Covid-19 vaccinations. Face masks are optional; decisions by models or artists to wear face coverings will be respected. In the spirit of community, all artists are asked to help put away equipment at the end of the session.
• Photos/screenshots: This model permits photos/screenshots. $10 fee is payable directly to the model in cash or via Venmo or Paypal.
• Getting there: The Compass Atelier is in the Artists & Makers Studios building at 11810 Parklawn Road in Rockville, MD. A large free parking lot is behind the building.
• Questions: Contact Frank Mancino at maaprograms23@gmail.com.

It’s that time of the year when one gets to paint cherry blossoms in Washington DC.

The blooms are spectacular in the Tidal Basin in early Spring. The delicate pink and white blossoms frame the Jefferson Memorial, a presidential memorial built between 1939 and 1943 to honor Thomas Jefferson, the principal author of the United States Declaration of Independence. It is situated in West Potomac Park on the shore of the Potomac River in Washington DC. 

Where:  Jefferson Memorial,16 E Basin Dr SW, Washington, DC 20242

Event date: April 4, Tuesday, 2023

Time: 9.30 AM -- 1.00 PM 

Meet Up: At the Visitor's Center at the entrance of  the Jefferson Memorial from 9.30 to 9.45 am

Registration dates: Registration starts Tuesday, March 21, 2023. It ends Monday, April 3, 2023, at 11:59 pm ET.

Limit: 15 people. The limit to numbers is to ensure that we stay within DC regulations for assembling near the Monuments.

What to expect: Cherry blossoms lined tidal basin with view of Jefferson Memorial. Washington Monument is visible in the distance, and you also get a glimpse of the Smithsonian Castle. Reflections of the Monuments and the cherry blossoms in the Potomac are a beautiful sight in Spring.

Please share your photos on the MAA facebook page and on Instagram with #MAAArtists, #MAAPleinAir

Restrooms: Portables near the Visitors Center

Parking: Available. During the Cherry Blossom Festival the Parking area gets crowded and sections are cordoned off to regulate traffic. Please car-pool and carry lightweight supplies as you may have to walk to your best view of the Monument.

No Entry Fee

What to bring: Please bring everything you need for the day, including art supplies, equipment, and trash bag. Please leave the spot cleaner than you found it.

Rules to follow: Setup your easel away from public path, cemented areas, and the Monument. Avoid entertaining a crowd.

MAA Contact and Lead on Site: Elizabeth Mathews, zilmatt@gmail.com

MAA Figure Model Sundays returns!  The Montgomery Art Association and The Compass Atelier are partnering to offer five in-person figure model sessions on select Sundays in April and May. The 3-hour sessions are moderated but uninstructed, providing artists with focused practice time in the studio. Bring along any drawing or painting media that suits you.

If you're not yet comfortable joining in person, we also offer a Zoom option.

Event dates and models for our first 5 sessions include:

• March 5, 2023 - Sheba
  
• March 12, 2023 - Moe
  
• March 19, 2023 - Sarah
  
• April 2, 2023 - Jalene
  
• April 16, 2023 - Nataliya
  

(If any changes to the above schedule occur, MAA will post as soon as practicable.  Event details below are for the April 16 session only; other sessions will be posted separately.)

DETAILS 

• Date: Sunday, April 16, 2023
• Time: 9:00 am-noon
• Model: Nataliya (@nataliya_natta on Instagram).
• Poses: 1 long boudoir or costumed pose. 
• Number of in-person participants: We've INCREASED the limit of in-person participants to 15 artists for all of our remaining Figure Model Sunday sessions! Advanced registration required; no drop ins.  And even once we reach the in-person studio limit, don't worry - you can still attend using the Zoom option (see below).
• Zoom option: Sign up using the Zoom registrant button; the Zoom link will be sent to you in your confirmation email and in a reminder email the day before.
• Cost: $10 per session in person or via Zoom. (Or, save money by signing up for all five sessions before March 1 for $45.  Discount applies only for participants signing up for all five sessions listed above (3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16).)
• Cancellation policy: Cancellations five or more days before the session will result in a full refund. The session is nonrefundable (but transferrable to an artist friend) four days or fewer before the session.
• What to expect: Easels, chairs, and tabourets are available for your use. Please bring all other materials you'll need. Food/drink is permitted. Sinks/restrooms are available. Models and participants should be up to date on Covid-19 vaccinations. Face masks are optional; decisions by models or artists to wear face coverings will be respected. In the spirit of community, all artists are asked to help put away equipment at the end of the session.
• Photos/screenshots: This model permits photos/screenshots. $10 fee is payable directly to the model in cash or via Venmo.
• Getting there: The Compass Atelier is in the Artists & Makers Studios building at 11810 Parklawn Road in Rockville, MD. A large free parking lot is behind the building.
• Questions: Contact Frank Mancino at maaprograms23@gmail.com.

Key dates

Registration -- March 13 - 25, 2023            

Juried Selection -- April 10

Artwork Drop Off at Windridge  -April 17,  10:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Show Opening --April 19

Meet the Artists - May 11, 5:00 - 8:00pm Windridge Tasting Room 

Art Pick up - June 26  (10:00am - 1:00pm)

The Windridge Vineyard in Darnestown will be hosting its Spring Art Exhibit -- focusing on how the art of spring inspires discovery, transformation and hope. .  

"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see."

- Edgar Degas  

Submissions:  MAA Members are invited to submit up to 2 works for consideration - with a focus on the art of Spring inspiring discovery, transformation and hope.  Categories include: 

• natural landscapes, maritime and seascapes
• cityscapes, townscapes, urbanscapes 
• still life 
• abstract art 
• Portraiture - people and animals 

Media eligible:  2 D works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, drawing/ink mediums, textile and photography.  3D works not included in this show. 

Cost: There is no cost to submit your work to for consideration. If your artwork is selected by the curators, a fee of $10 will be required at the time of art drop off.  

Juried process: Submitted artwork will be juried by the vineyard owners. Approximately 18-25 selected work will be exhibited for a three-month period. All artwork must be for sale. Windridge will notify artists when work is sold. Sold works may be replaced by the artist with a similarly size piece. Replacement artwork will be managed by the MAA show manager not Windridge.  

Membership Requirement:  You must be a MAA member to register for this show.  If you need to renew your membership go to Join MAA.

Show Prospectus: Please read the show prospectus for details/rules Windridge Prospectus Spring 2023

Show Manager: Kathy Tynan ( kftynan@gmail.com or maaartists@gmail.com)

On a cold Winter morning, last year, more than a dozen MAA Plein Air artists gathered to paint the historic Farm Women’s Market in Bethesda. It was a memorable paint-out with paintings done that day shown in the Market and sales made to delighted week-end shoppers. We now bring back the paint-out in Spring for you to enjoy!

Founded in 1932, the Montgomery Farm Women’s Cooperative Market is the oldest continuously operated farm market in Montgomery County.

What to expect: You can paint the old Market or explore other interesting buildings along the Wisconsin Avenue and Bethesda Row. There are several Restaurants along the Avenue if you wish for a cold drink or lunch. The Farm Market often has Food Trucks.

Where: The Farm Women’s Market, 7155 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, 20814

Event date: April 22, Saturday

Time: 9.30 am to 2.00 pm

Meet Up: In front of the Farm Women’s Market Building at 9.30 am

Registration dates: Registration starts Friday, April 7, 2023. It ends Friday, April 21, 2023, at 11:59 pm ET.

No Entry Fee

Limit: Limited to 12 Participants

Restrooms: Yes

Parking: Yes. Public Parking available behind the Market on the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and Willow Lane.

What to bring: Please bring everything you need for the day, including art supplies, equipment, and trash bag. 

Rain date: If the weather is poor the Event will be canceled and registered participants informed via email.

What to expect: You can paint the old Market or explore other interesting buildings along the Wisconsin Avenue and Bethesda Row. There are several Restaurants along the Avenue if you wish for a cold drink or lunch. The Farm Market often has Food Trucks.

Info about Farm Women’s Market: https://montgomeryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Farm-Womens-Market.final_.pdf

https://bethesdahistoricalsociety.org/montgomery-farm-womens-cooperative-market/

MAA Contact: MAA's Mary Vinograd will be on site and will serve as our coordinator if you need help. Mary will also take requests for paintings to be shown at the FWM. Email: mkvinograd@gmail.com

Heart of the Vineyard Art Show & Exhibit

Key dates

Registration -- March 25 - April 8, 2023            

Artwork Drop Off -- April 27,  10:00am - 1:00pm 

Show Dates -- April 27 - 30

Unsold Art Pick Up -- May 1, 10:00am - 12:00pm

At long last, MAA will present a 4-day art show at the Windridge Vineyard in Darnestown. This show will be set up in the Wine Production Room just below the Tasting Room of the Vineyard, with about 65  2D artworks and up to 5 3D artworks. The show is open to all MAA members and is a non-juried show.

Submissions:  MAA Members are invited to submit 1 artwork for this show.

Media eligible:  Oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, drawing/ink mediums, textile and photography.  A limited number of 3D works will also be accepted. The artwork will be hung on our panels, therefore the size limitation is 32" wide x 36" high, including frame. In addition, we will consider 2-3 larger artworks that will be displayed on sturdy easels.

Cost: Registration fee is $10. The commission for sold art is 25%. 

Membership Requirement:  You must be an MAA member to register for this show. 

Volunteer Requirement: All participants must sign up for one of the volunteer activities on the registration page. Most activities are 2-3 hours in duration and involve being at the exhibit to answer questions and manage sales.

Show Prospectus: Please read the show prospectus for details/rules: Heart of the Vineyard Prospectus 2023

Show Managers: Kathy Tynan and Anastasia Walsh

Key Dates:

• Registration: April 1 - 20  (or once the maximum capacity is reached)

• Drop off:  May 15, 9:30am - noon 
• Show hanging:  May 15, noon - 2:00pm
• Show: May 15 - June 12
• Meet the Artists: May 17, 1:00 - 3:00pm 

About this show:  Our annual exhibition at Brookside Gardens is a mid-sized art show using the full gallery space within the visitors center. The show is a wonderful opportunity for MAA artists to display their botanical works -- flowers, plants, butterflies, landscape paintings from the gardens. Please review the Show Prospectus in full before registering.  

Media eligible for exhibition:  Artwork for this exhibit includes both two-dimensional works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, drawing/ink or photography. Wall-hung work must be 28"x28" or smaller. A limited number of 3D works are also accepted for the glass displays. 

Subject: Flora and Fauna -- Exploring the World of Plants and Animals 

Number of pieces allowed: Each member may submit 1 entry, either 2D or 3D.  Show limit for all 2D works is 65; and all 3D works is 18. 

Registration dates: Registration starts Saturday April 1 and ends Thursday April 20 at 11:59 pm ET, or earlier, if show capacity is reached.

Entry fee: $10 (nonrefundable)

Contacts: Show managers:  

• Susan Crawford susancrawford@aol.com and
• Zeinat Gelli Zeinatgelli@yahoo.co.uk  

Registration will open July 15

One of the special highlights of our annual Paint the Town Labor Day Show is our Plein Air Competition. "Plein air" means making art from life, and it generally happens outdoors.

During our competition, artists have from 7:00am - 3:00pm to complete one (1) two-dimensional work of art within the boundaries of Kensington, Maryland, and turn it in for judging. Prizes will be awarded during a reception that evening at 6 pm in youth and adult categories.

Artwork may be priced for sale and left on display at the Kensington Armory through Monday's exhibition. 

This activity is open to members, non-members and children.

Registration: Register on this page in advance, or in person at the Kensington Armory on September 2.

Cost: The competition is free for MAA members in good standing and for children. Non-member adults pay $10 per person.

Competition rules:

• Your canvas or paper must be stamped on Saturday, September 2 by one of our volunteers at the Kensington Armory, 3710 Mitchell Street; doors open at 7:00 am. 
• You may have multiple pieces of substrate stamped, but you may only turn in one piece for judging and sale.
• You must complete your artwork anywhere within Kensington, Maryland (within the boundaries of ZIP code 20895).
• In order to be judged, your art must be dropped off and labeled by 3:00 pm sharp. If you miss the 3:00 pm deadline, you may still display your work and have it marked for sale, but it will not be judged. 
• Framing is optional. Framing requires that wiring (D-ring + wire) be attached.
  
• Art may be priced for sale and left on display at the Paint the Town Labor Day Show through Monday. If you do not wish to mark your piece for sale, you may note "Not for Sale". 
• Artwork must be picked up on September 4 from 5:00 - 8:00pm or September 5 from 9:00 - 11:00am. 
• Artists whose works sell will receive a commission check by mail within 30 days. The artist retains 75% of the sale price and MAA receives a 25% commission, which goes to support our charitable mission.

Download the 2023 Plein Air Rules for complete details.

Registration will open July 15

The Paint the Town Labor Day Show is our marquis event of the year. The three-day event includes a judged art show of approximately 500 pieces, live demonstrations, a plein air competition, bin work and card sales, and a warm community reception. The Town of Kensington, a long-time MAA supporter, provides the beautiful, historic Armory building to us for this show. 

Membership Requirement: Annual membership (new or renewal) is required prior to registration for this show. Learn more. Your membership confirmation email contains the special code you need to register.

Submissions:

MAA members may submit up to two (2) entries in any of these judged categories: Kensington, Landscape (natural and urban), Still Life, Photography, Portraits (people and animal), Abstract.

Members can also add a third entry which will be added (in order of registration) if there is available space. We will limit the total artworks to 500 pieces.

Bins for prints and card racks will be included in the show, with limitations (see Prospectus).

The registration fee is $20.

The Saturday Plein Air Competition is also judged. Registration is separate.

Prizes (cash and gift certificates) are awarded in 1st, 2nd and 3rd places and honorable mention. The Kensington category has the first prize of the Bertha Clum award, the highest award at this show.

Health Safety: Masks are optional inside the building, and food & drink will not be permitted inside the exhibit area.

Prospectus: Please refer to the 2023 Show Prospectus for full information. 

PTT FAQs for 2023: Answers to common questions.

Show manager: Anastasia Walsh (maatreas@gmail.com)