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Brazos Valley Gives – Early Giving Has Begun!

The Visual Art Society of B-CS has been involved with Brazos Valley Gives for the last 4 years.   You can visit our page at www.brazosvalleygives.org/Visual_Art_Society  On the page we have an additional  fundraiser page for the Aggieland Art Trail.  All proceeds go toward all our community projects, including scholarships for art students.  All donors giving at least $20 will be listed on our Sponsor webpage and on our Aggieland Art Trail brochure. Early giving starts TODAY, Sept 18.  The actual 18 hour day of giving is Tuesday, October 17, 2023 5am – 11pm. It is a wonderful event for the community.

Brazos Valley Gives, an initiative of the Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley, is a month-long community giving effort that culminates in 18 hours of online giving on the 3rd Tuesday of October. Giving together as one community to raise money and awareness for local nonprofits in 7 Brazos Valley counties can do a great deal.

Brazos Valley Gives is a community day of giving that strengthens nonprofits, empowers donors, and builds community. The goal for 2023 Brazos Valley Gives is $1,250,000 with 165 participating nonprofit organizations. During 2022, donors rallied to raise $1,176,760 and donated 9,677 volunteer hours to support the good works of 161 nonprofit organizations. Since 2019, the Community Foundation’s Brazos Valley Gives Day has raised $3,268,788 for participating nonprofits in the 7-county region of the Brazos Valley.

This annual day of “giving where you live” is powered by the Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley, and all donations pass-thru directly to the donor’s charity or charities of choice.

September 18, 2023
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Workshop: The Textured Landscape

Dec 9-10 10am – 3pm

This 2-Day Acrylic Workshop by Houston artist, Christie Coker, encourages experimentation as you explore the creation of a landscape by layering paint on a textured surface. Whether the result is Realism or Abstraction, let nature be your muse and texture be your guide.

Cost: $195.00 ($175.00 for VAS members) For students 22 and younger, there is a $20 discount using the code RBMUU6ZT.

For more info and to sign up, go HERE.

September 2, 2023
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Reception for “Aqua Vita” Member Show

Everyone is invited to attend the reception for our 2023 Member Show “Aqua Vita” Reception, this coming Friday Sept 1 6-8pm at Degallery, 930 N Rosemary Dr, Bryan, TX 77802. We have 22 members showcasing 68 of their more recent art – including oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, mixed media, paper, photography, glass and fiber art. Come see the wide range of incredible art from our members! Great refreshments! Free and open to the public! The show runs through Tuesday, Oct 3. 

August 27, 2023
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Paint Out 2024

Paint Out at the Downtown Bryan Street & Art Fair

The Second Annual Downtown Bryan Street & Art Fair Paint Out, sponsored by the Visual Art Society of Bryan-College Station and Destination Bryan, is an event open to all artists who wish to paint or draw the scenes of historic downtown Bryan in the lively atmosphere of the Art Fair! We just met with Destination Bryan and came up with great ideas! The details are still being worked out, so stay tuned!

Friday April 12 (4pm-7pm) Meet and Greet. More info coming. 

Saturday April 13 (10am-4pm – with sales until 6pm)

  • In the style of plein air, bring your own art supplies, easels, chairs, etc. and enjoy the Art Fair while painting the scenes of downtown Bryan!  There will be goodie bags for artists and plenty of water!
  • It is a FREE event for registered artists.
  • Participating artists will have an opportunity to sell their artwork; the Visual Art Society B/CS will charge a 20% commission for handling sales and sales tax.
  • More details to follow.

If you need more information or have questions, please contact Mindy Austin at publicity@visualartsociety.org or call (979) 218-4418.  She is an avid plein air painter herself and can answer any concerns or questions you may have.

Scroll down to find the entry form and pictures from Paint Out 2023! If you include your photo, a short bio and your website on the registration form, we will add your info to this website. We want to promote all participating artists.

Our wonderful sponsors:

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August 20, 2023
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Deadline Moved to Aug 25th!! Call for Art! Entries for Member Show “Aqua Vita” wanted!

The Call for Art has opened for our annual member show, “Aqua Vita.” Deadline is now August 25. The general theme this year is water: its physical forms and its symbolism. The show runs from September 1 – October 3, 2023. If you are not a current member, you may join or renew online. Student members get 50% off their submission fees. Check HERE for more information.

Aqua Vita Transformation and Renewal Members only Art Show Sept 1 - Oct 3 2023
August 14, 2023
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2023-24 Board of Directors to be Installed at June 12 Meeting/Ice Cream Social

At our June 12 meeting 6-7pm (doors open at 5:30pm for Meet and Greet), our new slate of board members will be introduced and installed. The main topic will be organizing the 2023-24 year while enjoying an ice-cream social. The upcoming year will be exciting with so many new ideas! See June 12 meeting for more details. You can find the list of our new Board of Directors here.

May 31, 2023
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Paint Out 2023

First Annual Downtown Bryan Street & Art Fair Paint Out

The First Annual Downtown Bryan Street & Art Fair Paint Out, sponsored by the Visual Art Society of Bryan-College Station and Destination Bryan, is a 1-day event open to all artists who wish to paint or draw the scenes of historic downtown Bryan in the lively atmosphere of the Art Fair!

 Saturday April 15, 10am to 4pm

In the style of Plein Air, bring your own art supplies, easels, chairs, etc. and enjoy the Art Fair while painting the scenes of downtown Bryan!  Participating artists will have an opportunity to sell your artwork, the Visual Art Society B/CS will charge a 20% sales commission. There is no entry fee, but you will need to register by April 10.  For entry or questions please email publicity@visualartsociety.org or call Mindy Austin (979)218-4418.  You will be emailed the details or check out the event on our Facebook page @vizartsociety.

REGISTRATION FORM

February 22, 2023
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Spring Show Winners & Virtual Gallery

One of our best shows ever! The quality of entries this year is outstanding! Take a virtual tour of our 2022 Spring Judged Show or see it in person at Degallery, 930 N. Rosemary Dr., Bryan TX.

Congratulations to the winners!

BEST IN SHOW: “Pair Ties for Two” by Jami Bevans
1ST PLACE PROFESSIONAL: “Aaand They’re Off!” by Joana Rocha
1ST PLACE ADULT STUDENT: “Requited Love” by Cindy Malota
1ST PLACE NON-PROFESSIONAL: White Crackle Raku Bowl by Gabrielle Killough
1ST PLACE SEMI-PROFESSIONAL: “Spearhead Mesa Storm Light, Monument Valley” by Mark Sadoski
1ST PLACE STUDENT: “Libelle” by Charlotte Zimmermann
May 5, 2022
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Holiday Party Fun!

Several members gathered in December for food and fun!

December 27, 2021
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Fall 2021 Member Show: CALL FOR ART

The Visual Art Society of Bryan-College Station is excited to announce our Annual Members Only Show to be held October 1-October 30, 2021 at DEGALLERY in Bryan, TX.   This call is open themed and welcomes submissions from all current members. Not a member or need to renew? Do that here!

​Accepting all 2D & 3D art. No reproductions accepted.

There is NO theme for the show. All experience levels are encouraged to enter!

The entry fee is $33 for up to 3 entries per member. $10 per additional entry. Maximum of 5 total entries per member.

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Entry Form

Submission Guidelines

​Original 2D or 3D works which have not been shown in any previous Visual Art Society of Bryan-College Station or Brazos Valley Art League show are eligible.

Enhanced giclée or other prints are not acceptable if they comprise more than 40% of a submitted work.

The show is open to all members, whose membership is current, of the Visual Art Society of Bryan-College Station. Member dues/application form must be submitted prior to entering the show.

Accepted Works

​Works should be family-friendly and fall under one of the following categories. The artist selects the category.

Painting: oil, acrylic, watercolor; Digital Art; Photography; Collage; Mixed Media; Pastels; Drawing; Textile Art; Sculpture, 3-D

Preparing Art for Exhibit

All works accepted for the show must meet the following guidelines for display.

  • All artwork must be completely dry and ready to hang or display when submitted during intake for the show/exhibit. VAS reserves the right to exclude works from the exhibition that are not gallery-ready and professional in presentation.
  • 2-D artwork must have wire hangers (no saw tooth hangers).​
    • Wire hardware should be attached 1/4-1/3 of the way down the backside on both left and right sides.
  • Drawings and pastels must be under glass or acrylic.
  • All sculptures/pottery must have a stable base.
  • All submissions must have labels attached to the back of each piece which lists:
    • Artist Name, email & phone
    • Title of Art
    • Category
    • Selling Price
  • If any piece of artwork is extremely large, heavy, or particularly fragile, then special arrangements must be made with the the Visual Art Society BCS for its display. All artwork must fit comfortably through show location doors.

Sales/Commissions

  • Works may or may not be for sale. Artist sets the selling price.​
  • Commissions from sales will be divided with 60% to the artist, 20% to VASBCS, 20% to DEGALLERY.
  • All works sold must remain in the show until closing.
  • All art must be picked up during the allotted time unless special arrangements have been made ahead of time by contacting shows@visualartsociety.org.

Pricing Your Art

 Although you are not required to sell your entries, please remember this show is an opportunity to display your art as well as a fundraiser for our organization. When pricing your art, please consider the local art market and price accordingly. Higher priced items are less likely to sell. Rarely do pieces priced over $1000 actually sell in our shows.  If you need assistance with pricing, please let us know.

Important Dates

  • Entry Deadline: Midnight, September 20, 2021
  • Notification of Accepted Pieces: September 23, 2021
  • Show Intake: Accepted works must be dropped off September 27,2021,  2:30pm-6:30pm; at DEGALLERY, 930 N Rosemary Dr., Bryan TX. Special arrangements may be requested by contacting  shows@visualartsociety.org
  • Show Opening Reception: Friday, October 1, 2021, 6-8pm at DEGALLERY
  • Show Closing: October 30, 2021
  • Art Pick up: All art must be picked up on Saturday, October 30, 2021, 1:30pm – 4:30pm at DEGALLERY, 930 N Rosemary Dr., Bryan TX

In the event there are more entries than DeGallery can comfortably exhibit, the show committee may limit the number of entries displayed per artist. The show committee reserves to right to exclude politically or sexually charged entries.  Feel free to contact the Show Chair with questions by emailing shows@visualartsociety.org.

Entry Form
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