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Call for Entry Deadline: October 16, 2011
The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival
The Woodlands, Texas
Exhibition Dates: April 14 & 15, 2012
Announcing a call for entries to the 7th annual Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival, April 14 & 15, 2012. This is a juried show of 200 national and regional artists who sell their original creations along a landscaped pathway beside the beautiful waterway in the Woodlands, Texas. Proceeds from the festival benefit our local charity partners involved in bringing fine art experiences to the community, as well as providing scholarships to young aspiring artists.

Deadline for application is October 16, 2011. Apply on www.zapplication.org
More information available at www.woodlandsartsfestival.com
Questions? Contact Cynthia Reid at 281-705-3882

Texas Clay Festival - Gruene Texas
October 22 & 23, 2011
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm / Sunday 10 am- 5 pm
Gruene, Texas
The 19th annual Texas Clay Festival will be held in the Gruene Historical District of New Braunfels on October 22 & 23 2011. Featuring the work of over 60 Texas potters and clay artists, the festival offers the opportunity to view and purchase a wide variety of pottery, from traditional to sculptural by the top clay artist in the state. Take this unique opportunity to watch and learn as demonstrations are held in four tents throughout both days. From forming on the potters wheel to hand-building to raku firing, there is something for everyone. For more information visit http://www.texasclayfestival.com

Texas, Houston - 18 Hands Gallery
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Steven Hill - Functional Porcelain: Atmospheric Effects for Electric Firing
November 5-6, 2011
What makes a pot functional? How can pottery transcend mere function while still honoring its intended use? In this two-day workshop, Sponsored by 18 Hands Gallery, Steven Hill will throw and alter pots and work with slip, all the while communicating his enthusiasm for functional stoneware, spraying glazes and single firing. Steven considers form the most important single aspect of his pottery, paying particular attention to rims, feet, lids, spouts and handles. Discussions will cover philosophy, design, technique and making a living in clay. Don't miss Friday night, 11/4/2011 slide presentation.

Chicken Farm Art Center Thanksgiving Open House
Thanksgiving Weekend in San Angelo Texas
November, 2011
On Friday, Saturday, and Sunday following Thanksgiving, the Chicken Farm Art Center hosts an open house for the public. Artists are invited from all over to show their work. In addition to the art of it's stellar artists, you'll find a wide range of jewelry, pottery, painting, sculpture, rocks, mosaics, woodwork, hand-sewn and hand-crafted pieces. Enjoy a massage. Drink some hot apple cider & have some cookies. Get your face painted. Play with clay. Raku your own pot. Come have a great time visiting with old and new friends and Share the Art Spirit. The Chicken Farm Pickers Will be performing 10am till 5pm daily. For more information visit http://ChickenFarmArtCenter.com

Art Past Dark
Held in November
Fredericksburg, Texas
Bolstered by the blossoming Texas Hill Country art scene, Art Past Dark is a two weekend-long celebration of arts, antiques and music in Fredericksburg. Art Past Dark is held over the course of two weekends and features the work of over 200 artists. Activities include an art walk, art shows, open studios, artist demonstrations and a fund raiser.

Randy Brodnax Christmas Show
Sons of Herman Hall
Dallas, Texas
Held in December. Dates TBA

This is a craft fair is held at an old historic dance hall in Deep Ellum—you can get a cocktail and walk around and do all of your Christmas shopping—not a bad way to shop!

In mid-December, Randy Brodnax hosts a show at the Sons of Hermann Hall (located at 3414 Elm where Elm & Exposition intersect) in Deep Ellum, Dallas. The Sons of Hermann Hall is an historic old dance hall and a great place to gather together. About 40 artisans of all kinds gather here to offer the public another chance to get one-of-a-kind Christmas presents. Randy (a Cajun fellow) makes some dadgum good Gumbo (ie: 50 gallons). The bartender makes some drinks. The musicians make some music. We have a great time.

Click here for more information: Randy Brodnax Christmas Show.

Call for Entries: 18 Hands 2012 Earring SLAM JAM

EVENT DATE: SATURDAY JANUARY 28, 2012
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: January 20th, 2012
18 Hands Gallery is hosting its 2nd Annual Earring Slam Jam on the 28th of January, 2012 from 11AM-5PM. 18 Hands Gallery is calling all jewelry artists to submit entries for the event. Prizes will be given for Best Use of Recycled Materials, Most Creative Use of Materials and Funkiest Earrings. All work must be for sale and you are allowed as many entries as you would like. The only rule is the earrings must retail for under $75. 18 Hands Gallery is asking for a 35% commission plus any credit card fees on any work that is sold. For more information, please contact the gallery at 713-869-3099 or e-mail at info@18HandsGallery.com. This event is about having fun! Artists are encouraged to show up and set up demonstration booths.

18 Hands Gallery is Houston’s premier Ceramic Arts gallery located in the Historic Heights District in Houston, Texas, at 249B W. 19th Street.

For more information visit http://www.18handsgallery.com/shows/Earring_Slam_Invite.html

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