Holbein Watercolor & Gouache Workshop on April 28th
WATERCOLOR & Gouache
**1 Day Workshop
Holbein Watercolor & Gouache
Workshop with Legion Paper
and General Pencil
This two hour workshop will give attendees an opportunity to learn about and try all of Holbein’s various watercolor products, LegionPaper’s Stonehenge surfaces, and General Pencil products.
We will explore Holbein Artist’s Watercolor, watercolor mediums, Gouache, and Acrylic Gouache. Legion’s 100% cotton Stonehenge Aqua paper in varying weights, surface finishes and colors and Yupo 100% polypropylene paper, and attendees will explore the various products offered by General Pencil.
Please come and try all the products and let our brand ambassador guide you to a better understanding of the materials and their use in watercolor painting.
ALL MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED for you to try. You do not need to bring anything, and after you get to bring the supplies home
EVENT IS FULL! SIGN UP FOR WAITLIST.
Brand Ambassador Jim Minet
Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
Time: 6:15-8:15pm
Level: All
Fee: $5 members / $10 non-members
Mental Health Awareness Month: SoulCollage on May 10th
Mixed Media
**1 Day Workshop
SoulCollage®
with Lisa O’Connor
Unleash Your Creativity & Embark on a Journey of Self-Discovery!
SoulCollage® combines imagination and art to explore your inner world through intuitive collage making. Using images, scissors, and glue, you’ll create unique cards that reflect different aspects of yourself—your emotions, experiences and personal wisdom. Through this playful and introspective practice, you’ll gain insight, clarity and a deeper connection to your authentic self.
Join us and see how the process unfolds with beautiful simplicity while opening doors to profound and unexpected insight about yourself. No artistic background needed—just bring your curiosity and openness. All supplies are included in price.
Adults and Students Age 16+
Instructor: Lisa O’Connor
Date: Saturday, May 10
Time: 1:00-4:00pm
Level: No experience necessary ages 16+
Fee: $65 Members/ $75 Non Members
Mental Health Awareness Month: Make Art with Live Music Group the “Serenade Duo” on May 9th
Art and Music
Inspiration in Sound: Make Art with the “Serenade Duo”
Conversation led by Serenade Duo
Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Level: All
Fee: $15 members / $25 non-members
Let music spark your creativity in this unique interactive experience with the award-winning Serenade Duo—flutist Michelle LaPorte and guitarist Gerry Saulter. You’re invited to draw, paint, write, or create however you’re inspired in the moment as they perform beautiful and expressive music from around the world,
Bring your favorite creative tools—sketchbooks, journals, watercolors, or even just your imagination—and enjoy the freedom to make art while listening to the live sounds of flute and guitar. Whether you’re sketching the performers, capturing the mood of the music, or simply reflecting in your journal, this event is all about connecting sound and self-expression.
Open to all ages and artistic abilities, this relaxed, judgment-free space celebrates the joy of creating and the emotional power of music. The Serenade Duo will also share insights and stories behind the pieces, adding depth to your experience as you listen and make.
Members Showcase
MEMBERS SHOWCASE 2025
Exhibition
Participate in The Art Guild’s esteemed members-only exhibition and experience the honor of having your work exhibited in a professional gallery setting. All members aged 18 and older are invited to submit one piece. Non-members may join at the time of submission. The first 100 entries will be guaranteed inclusion in the exhibition.
Deadline: May 30 at 10pm
Drop Off: June 1, 3-5pm and June 2, 1-6pm
Awards & Reception: Friday, June 6th from 6-8pm
Exhibit on View: June 6 – July 13
Juror: Alexandra (Sasha) Giordano
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Suzanne Liff Acrylic paint on canvas and Acrylic painted paper collage 24×24 $985
RULES FOR THE JURIED COMPETITION
Criteria
- All styles from realism to abstract are welcome.
- All works must be original, and have been created in the last five years.
- References used in the creation of the submitted work must be the artist’s own, or copyright-released for use in this work.
- Works previously exhibited at The Art Guild Gallery will not be considered.
- All artwork must be framed. Frame size must not exceed 30” on the longest side. Gallery wraps are acceptable, but must be at least 1” thick and must not exceed 30″ on the longest side.
- Ages 18 and over.
Mediums
- Included but not limited to acrylic, charcoal, collage, colored pencil, digital art, ink, mixed media, oil, pastel, pencil, printmaking, sculpture, photography, or watercolor.
- No Copies, Master Copies, Reproductions or Giclees
Entry Fees
- Members: $35 (1 piece). NOTE: You must be a current member to enter this exhibit. If you need to renew or purchase your membership, CLICK HERE.
- No more than 1 work per artist
- Entry fees are payable (1) online or (2) check
- Fees are non-refundable
Registration
- Registration through the online app required
- This is a juried competition. The first 100 entries will be guaranteed inclusion in the exhibition.
- Payment must be included or submission will not be included.
QUESTIONS?
Email artshow@TheArtGuild.org or Call 516-304-5797
CALENDAR & IMPORTANT DATES
Deadline: May 30th
Awards & Reception: Friday, June 6, 6 – 8pm
Exhibit on View: June 6 – July 13
Notification: Not applicable
Drop Off: June 1, 3-5pm and June 2, 1-6pm
Pick Up: July 14, 3-5pm and July 15, 1-6pm
*Artwork not picked up within 90 days will become property of The Art Guild
TROUBLESHOOTING
QUESTIONS Call 516-304-5797 or email artshow@TheArtGuild.org.
If you have problems with the uploader, please email your images to artshow@TheArtGuild.org – with ALL contact information, image titles and mediums. We will invoice you for payment. Submission will not be included in curating without payment.
Emailed images must include your name, contact information and the title, medium, value, and size in your email.
To resize or compress your images, go to PICRESIZE.com
Please be aware that the digital images you send should look as good as they possibly can. These will be the images that will be will be reviewed by our curators and displayed in our online gallery. Try to photograph your image in natural light, that the image is straight and that there is no glare on glass or varnished surface.
FINALISTS & AWARDS
FINALISTS:
The Selection Committee will review all entries. All work that follows the specified criteria will be accepted. The Art Guild has the right, in its sole discretion, to choose which eligible entries will be accepted to be exhibited. All decisions are final. Artists whose work has been selected will be notified either by email OR on our website.
AWARDS:
1st Place $300 • 2nd Place $200 • 3rd Place $100 • Honorable Mentions
SIZE & FRAMING
All artwork must be framed. Frame size must not exceed 30” on the longest side. Gallery wraps are acceptable, but must be at least 1” thick and must not exceed 30″ on the longest side.
It must be wired securely for hanging with screw eyes or D-rings to the frame, NOT the backboard. No sawtooth hangers, tape, strings. We can wire for you for a $10 fee.
Work must be labeled on the back with the title, artist’s name, street address, phone number, and email.
Framing of your work must comply with the above OR IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
SELLING YOUR ARTWORK
Artwork may be sold directly by the artist with a suggested donation of 20% of the selling price from the artist to The Art Guild. Note, however, that sales may not be made at the exhibition.
All work must remain on view for the duration of the exhibit.
LIABILITY & INSURANCE
The Liability Waiver on the entry form must be signed by the artist submitting images for consideration. It is the responsibility of the participating artist to insure or self-insure any work submitted for inclusion in this exhibit.
LIABILITY WAIVER
I wish to have The Art Guild of Port Washington, Inc., (“TAG”) consider my artwork for exhibition as indicated in this Registration Form, and I acknowledge that TAG has the right, in its sole discretion, to choose the artwork to be exhibited. I also acknowledge that unrelated business or other activities may or will take place at the exhibition location during the exhibition and I assume any risk associated with such activities. I further acknowledge that I have been notified that I should carry my own insurance to be protected against loss, theft or damage to my artwork. I fully understand and agree that the following waiver, release and hold harmless agreement is binding on my heirs, assigns and legal representatives. In exchange for TAG’s consideration of my artwork, I agree to assume all risks of copying, theft, loss or damage to my artwork in connection with TAG’s decision to exhibit or not exhibit my artwork or in connection with the exhibition of my artwork, for the duration of the exhibition from and including delivery to TAG, through and including pickup, and knowingly and intentionally release, discharge, hold harmless, and agree not to sue TAG, its officers, directors, members, committee personnel, agents or owners and/or lessees of the premises where the exhibition is held (“Released Persons”) from any claim, that I may have or acquire in the future, arising out of my submission of artwork to TAG for its consideration for exhibition, for TAG’s exhibition of my artwork, or while it or I am on the premises where the exhibition is held, for, including but not limited to, copying, theft, loss, or damage to my artwork, personal injury, or death, whether caused intentionally or arising from the negligence of any Released Person, of any other person or any other cause, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. The artist agrees to indemnify and hold harmless The Art Guild for any copyright claims arising from the display of his/her image. Whether or not any artwork submitted by me is chosen for exhibition, I consent to The Art Guild’s use of any artwork I submit (or an image representing such artwork) in connection with TAG’s communications to prospective members, members and the public.

