Color Outside the Lines Art Show

Windridge Tasting Room 

Key dates

• Show Dates:  April 9 - June 22 
• Registration: March 8 - 22         
• Curated Art Selection:  March 28
• Artwork Drop Off: April 7, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 
• Meet the Artists: May 8, 5:00 - 8:30pm Windridge Tasting Room 
• Art Pick Up:  Monday, June 23,  10:00am - 12:00pm

Looking From Above #3 by Anne Albright

Theme:  Color Outside the Lines...Windridge Vineyards in Darnestown will be hosting its spring quarterly art exhibit.  Color Outside the Lines theme invites and encourages artists to present work celebrating creativity that embraces bold color choices, unusual compositions, and unexpected mediums.  

Were you told as a young artist to always color inside the lines? Did you conform to this conventional behavior? No? Show us what it means to you to color outside the lines! 

• Number of Artworks Allowed:  MAA Members are invited to submit for consideration up to 2 artworks consistent with the show theme of Color Outside the Lines.  Artists may submit work in any of the following categories: 
  
• • Natural Landscapes, Maritime, and Seascapes
  • Cityscapes, Townscapes, Urbanscapes 
  • Still Life 
  • Abstract Art 
  • Portraiture - People and Animals 

• Eligible Media:  2D works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, hand-pulled prints, drawing/ink mediums, textile and photography.  Mosaics are accepted as long as the work isn wired and framed for gallery wall hanging. 3D works are 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. 

• Process:  Submitted artwork will be selected by the vineyard owners.  Approximately 18 - 25 selected works will be exhibited for a two - three month period.  All artwork must be for sale. Windridge will notify artists when work is sold.  Windridge will provide payment to the artist, less a 20% commission. 

• Replacement of Sold Work:  Sold artworks may be replaced by the artist with a similarly sized piece during the 3 month show period.  Replacement artwork must be coordinated with the MAA Show Manager - who will hang all replacement work.  Windridge will not be involved in art drop-off, art pick up or art replacement. 

• 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 additional show including registration, and framing and wiring of artwork.  

Hope to see your artwork in the show -- If you have any questions contact the MAA show manager Kathy Tynan ( kftynan@gmail.com or maaartists@gmail.com)

Special Event: Talk with Philippa Pham Hughes

MAA is pleased to announce that Philippa Pham Hughes will be joining us for a talk Monday, June 2, 7-8pm at the Kensington Park Library (4201 Knowles Ave, Kensington, MD 20895). 

Philippa Pham Hughes is a social sculptor who has been designing space for connection and conversation since 2007. She will share her framework for repairing the social fabric one conversation at a time using the transformative power of art and relational thinking. Mark your calendars for this special visit and read on to learn more about Philippa.

Philippa Pham Hughes is a social sculptor, educator, speaker, and writer. She was recently a Social Practice Resident at The Kennedy Center, currently a Visiting Artist For Arts & Civic Engagement at the University of Michigan Museum of Art, and a Lecturer at the Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan. She is a contributing author on art and civic engagement in the forthcoming book, “An Empathy-Building Toolkit For Museums.”

She applies relational thinking and an aesthetic of care and delight to her work in democracy building, civic engagement, and repairing the social fabric of our country one creative conversation at a time. Philippa draws from the arts and humanities to design spaces for honest conversations across political, social, and cultural differences. She has produced hundreds of creative activations since 2007 for people who might not normally meet to engage with one another in unconventional and meaningful ways.

She also curates multi-disciplinary art exhibits & experiences. These relational experiences build social capital, social cohesion, and social discourse. She is a curious and lateral thinker whose multi-disciplinary practice is informed by sociology, psychology, philosophy, political science, history, community organizing, design thinking, creative placemaking, art, and humanities. Philippa speaks about harnessing the transformative power of art to strengthen human connection, repair the social fabric, increase civic engagement, and promote human flourishing.

She has spoken widely, including SXSW, Cato Institute, TEDxAmericanUniversity, Davidson College Center For Civic Engagement, University of Michigan's Penny Stamps Speaker Series, Art & Democracy Day at Hopkins Bloomberg  Center, Fort Worth Women's Policy Forum. Her work has been featured by artnet, CNN, NPR, PBS Newshour, CityLab, and The Washington Post. Philippa’s mission: to create a society in which all humans flourish.

There will be Montgomery Art Association sponsored door prizes at this event.

Take me out to the Ball Game....and make some art and then sell it!

MAA artists are invited to capture the essence of local summer collegiate baseball. Artists may use any medium desired to artistically embody the energy and setting of this Bethesda Big Train Baseball team and stadium as they take on the DC Grays. 

Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Place: Shirley Povich Field, 10600 Westlake Dr, Rockville, MD 20852

Time:  Artists can arrive any time after 4pm.  5:30pm spectators start arriving to picnic.  Game begins at 7pm.

Cost: Free for participating artists

Number of registrants: 15 artists (spectators may purchase ticket at box office)

Location details:  Artists may set up almost anyplace they desire at Shirley Povich Field, but they must not block player access to the field, spectator views, or the ability for individuals to safely walk to and from their seats. Big Train will block off seats in four to six areas of the stands, as well as a few spots behind home plate for those who want to set up in these spaces.  There are also many pre-game activities and other spots within the stadium where you may want to set up too in order capture batting practice (BP), intern set up, grilling burgers, etc.

Sale Opportunity: At the end of the night, take your artwork home, put the finishing touches on if desired, frame it (if so inclined), and bring it back to Povich Field on Saturday, June 28th for a baseball themed open air art show and sale!  Artwork will be on display and sale from 6pm until the end of the game and can be purchased by this very baseball loving crowd at the concession stand.  Artists retain 75% of the sale and 25% will be donated to Big Train Baseball.  This is a great opportunity to share and sell the artwork you created at the event on June 18th with a crowd of baseball enthusiasts.  MAA and Big Train staff will be monitoring the artwork, so we can enjoy another great baseball game.  For June 28th, tickets are once again complimentary for artists and additional guests will need to purchase a ticket ($12).  More details will follow the June 18th game.

If a collector contacts an artist after June 28^th to purchase, kindly donate 25% of the sale to Big Train.

What to bring: Paints, substrate, easel, stool, water, money to purchase dinner and/or snacks, sunscreen and a hat. 

Facilities:  There are bathrooms, concession stands, and food trucks at Povich Field for your use.

Getting there: Shirley Povich Field is located inside the Cabin John Regional Park, adjacent to the Cabin John Ice Skate Rink. 

Parking: Parking at Shirley Povich Field is free and available just outside the ballpark. Fans assume the risk of their car being hit by a foul ball and will see signs in the parking lot that reaffirm this assumption of risk. 

About Big Train Baseball:  The Bethesda Community Base Ball Club, Inc (BCBBC) is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity, registered in the State of Maryland doing business as the Bethesda Big Train.  The Big Train team is composed of talented college players from across the country who come to Bethesda each June and July for a summer of highly competitive wooden bat baseball. More info can be found at https://www.bigtrain.org/

Questions: Contact Mark Adler at 301-339-4010 or email adlermark@comcast.net.

Essence of Summer Art Show

at Windridge Vineyards  

Key dates

• Show Dates:  June 25- October 5, 2025
• Registration: May 17  - May 31    
• Juried Art Selection:  June 13
• Artwork Drop Off: Monday June 23, 10am - noon 
• Meet the Artists: August 8,  5:00 - 8:00pm Tasting Room 
• Art Pick Up: October 6, 10am - noon

Everyone Loves a Sail by Margaret Ingram 

Theme for Submissions: Essence of Summer --  Summer is a season that brings to mind images of leisurely activities, relaxation, and the pursuit of joy. Artists have always been captivated by the spirit of summer.  

MAA artist are asked to present works that depict scenes or abstraction that evoke the essence of summer -- sense of freedom, enjoyment, and the simple pleasures of life. 

• Number of Artworks Allowed:  MAA Members are invited to submit for consideration up to 2 artworks that they feel embody the theme Essence of Summer.. Artists may submit work in any of the following categories: 
• • Natural Landscapes, Maritime, and Seascapes
  • Cityscapes, Townscapes, Urbanscapes 
  • Still Life 
  • Abstract Art 
  • Portraiture - People and Animals 

• Eligible Media:  2D works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, hand-pulled prints, drawing/ink mediums, textile and photography.  3D works are 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. 

• Process:  Submitted artwork will be selected by the vineyard owners.  Approximately 18 - 25 selected works will be exhibited for a three month period.  All artwork must be for sale. Windridge will notify artists when work is sold.  Windridge will provide payment to the artist, less a 20% commission. 

• Framing and Wiring Requirements ( MAA Framing & Wiring Requirements):  All selected works must be framed, gallery wrapped or professionally finished, securely wired with hanging wire (no loops, sawtooth hangers, etc).  If submitting an unframed canvas, edge must be painted or finished.  No wet canvases will be accepted. 
• • All accepted work must be exhibition-ready and deliverd to Windridge Vineyard Tasting Room on Monday, June 23. 

• Replacement of Sold Artwork: Artists whose work sold may it with a similarly sized piece during the 3 month show period by contacting the show manager or VP Shows. Artists are not to contact the staff at Windridge Vineyard to replace artwork. 

• 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 PROPSECTUS for show registration requirements and details -- particularly how to rename and upload your artwork image. 

Hope to see your artwork in the show -- If you have any questions contact the MAA show manager Kathy Tynan ( kftynan@gmail.com or maaartists@gmail.com)

Plein Air: Bohrer Park

Bohrer Park is a wonderful summer painting destination featuring ponds, grass fields, pathways, a stately home with barns on a hillside, and a log smokehouse, the oldest standing building in the City of Gaithersburg. 

Location: 506 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Directions:  Link to Directions

Getting there: From Route 355, turn onto Educational Blvd, across from Wawa and at a traffic light. The high school building will be to your right. Drive around the circle and take the third exit, drive past the Activity Center Building (on your right and marked with red dot on map) and proceed to our Bohrer Park meeting spot.

Map Coordinates: 39.130483052059354, -77.19661648526345

Our Meeting Spot

Cost: Free 

Number of registrants: Up to 30 members and guests/ (Members may bring guests.)

What to expect: After parking in any of the available lots, please check in near the grassy area to the right of the red roof barn. We encourage you to walk around the park before setting up.  You will see a wooden bridge over a pond dotted with ducks and geese, established oak trees, historic buildings, barns, and picnic pavilions. A pathway runs the circumference of the park; see the map. We will paint from 8 am- 10:30am, then gather near the barn to admire each other’s art and take photos.

What to bring:  Please bring your standard paints, substrate, easel, stool, rags or paper towel, medium, drop cloth, hand wipes, sun hat, bug spray, water, walking shoes, and shade umbrella if you desire.

Parking: There are many parking lots within walking distance of our meeting spot. If you'd like to try to find a ride or carpool with other participants, please post a note in our members-only Facebook group.

Photos: Photos are permitted.

Rain date:  This event will occur only if it is not raining.

Questions: Contact Patti Connell at pattic9063@gmail.com or text (301- 801-6590).

MAA Members Show at Strathmore Mansion - Juried 

Registration Opens - August 21

Key Dates 

Show Dates:  November 22, 2025 - January 10, 2026

Registration: August 21 -September 11

Juried Art Selection:  September 16

Notification to Artists:  September 17

Selected Artwork Data to Strathmore:  September 22

Artwork Drop Off:  Oct. 30 - Nov. 1

Opening Reception:  Nov. 22, 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Artwork Pick Up: January 12, 11:00am - 3:00pm 

About the show:  We are thrilled to announce our very first Members Show at the prestigious Strathmore Mansion this November! This exceptional venue offers an incredible opportunity for MAA artists to showcase their work in one of the region’s most highly respected galleries.  

This is a juried exhibition of 60 artworks. The show will be located on the first floor of the Mansion adjacent to the annual miniatures show at Strathmore.  

Membership:  All members are warmly invited to register their artwork for consideration. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this exciting milestone for MAA!  We are honored to have Jordan Bruns as the juror. 

Eligible Media:  Original 2D artwork:  Oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, pastel, encaustic, drawing/ink mediums, hand-pulled prints, fused glass, textile-fiber arts.  Photography is not accepted in this show. 

Number of Artwork:  Members may register up to two original works to be considered by the show judge.  

Size of Artwork: We will strive for a balance of artwork sizes to create visual interest.  The Strathmore first floor gallery layout can accommodate the following approximate sizes.  

Cost:  There is no cost to register your work to be considered by the show judge.  Selected artwork/artist will pay a show fee of $10.  All registered artists will be notified by email of selected artists/artwork.  Strathmore will take a commission of up to 40%; artists will receive 60% of the retail price for sold artwork. 

How to Register:   Just click on the register button at the bottom of this announcement.  You will need to complete the following for each of your artworks (up to 2 entries only):

Title of Artwork 

Media of Artwork 

Dimensions of Artwork (including frame, height and width in inches)

Price (in whole numbers) All work must be for sale. 

Image (jpg, jpeg.format) Upload a high resolution image of your artwork. 

Framing & Wiring:  All 2D artwork must meet MAA framing requirements and wiring standards.  All two-dimensional work will need to be framed, gallery-wrapped or professionally finished, securely wired, ready for hanging with the maximum of any side of 60".  If submitting unframed work, the edges must be painted or finished.  No Wet Paint. Entries not meeting show conditions will not be accepted.  MAA retains the right to determine the suitability of the work for entry in this show. 

See framing guidance FRAMING GUIDANCE.

Artwork Juror:  We are delighted to announce that artist Jordan Bruns will serve as juror for this show.  Jordan has been a resident artist at the historic Chautauqua Tower in Glen Echo Park, Maryland, for the past 15 years. With a career spanning over two decades, he is known for his compelling abstract and representational work, as well as his dedication to teaching drawing and painting.  To learn more about Jordan and explore his artwork, visit his website:  The Art of Jordan Bruns.  

Drop off of Accepted Artwork:  Runs from October 30 - November 1. Strathmore will be managing the art drop off process.   Artists will receive a bookings link to schedule a drop off appointment a month prior to the actual drop off date. (if you need to change your drop off date? ) 

Artwork Image Usage:  Strathmore retains the sole right to distribute posters and all other materials (whether of value or not) in and around the Strathmore building.  

About Strathmore:  Strathmore Mansion has plays such an important role in our local arts community. It’s a place where creativity is nurtured, where local artists are not only welcomed but celebrated. Through its exhibitions, programs, and events, Strathmore gives artists a platform to share their work and connect with the public. It truly brings the arts to life in a way that enriches us all."