PROSPECTUS

"Abstraction" is a Juried art show to be held at Ardest Gallery in The Woodlands, Texas, just North of Houston between July 10th-August 3rd.

We are currently accepting all genres and styles that work within the noted show theme, and both 2D and 3D artworks. 

The Opening Reception will be held on Saturday, July 13th from 5-8 p.m. with a Juror presentation at 6:30 p.m.

JUROR

Terry Suprean is an artist, arts organizer, and educator based in Houston, Texas. His painting process, developed from experimental paints he manufactures himself, is best understood as an investigative approach to the material nature of paint itself, and the paintings as a genre of diaphanous landscape painting situated within the beginning moments of the Anthropocene. His work has been exhibited widely over the last decade and is held in many prominent collections.

Since 2014 Suprean has also worked as an art organizer and curator; first through Civic TV, an artist-run gallery space he founded in Houston’s warehouse district dedicated to collaborative curatorial practices and exhibiting new media art and experimental music. After Civic TV closed during the pandemic, he opened Ruth Street Projects in 2022—a small community-

centered gallery run out of a spare room in his home. Ruth Street Projects is currently active producing exhibitions for Houston-based artists several times a year.

For the full prospectus and to apply, visit: https://form.jotform.com/240846082488162

"Landscapes: Real or Imagined" is a Juried art show to be held at Ardest Gallery in The Woodlands, Texas, just North of Houston between August 7th- September 7th. Submission Deadline: July 12th.

We are currently accepting all genres and styles that work within the noted show theme, and both 2D and 3D artworks. 

The Opening Reception will be held on Saturday, August 10th from 5-8 p.m. with a Juror presentation at 7:00 p.m.

JUROR

Jenny Carattini-Wright, The Woodlands Arts Council's Executive Director, brings over 20 years of nonprofit sector experience.

She has significantly impacted local schools, national arts charities, public-private partnerships, religious groups, and business associations. Since 2013, Jenny has held the Certified Festival & Events Executive (CFEE) designation, and in 2015, she completed the Certified Nonprofit Executive program at Rice University's Leadership Institute for Nonprofit Executives. Under her leadership since 2011, The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival has become one of the nation's top fine arts festivals. The festival has allowed The Council to donate over $1.5 million to artists, students, and charitable causes since 2006. Jenny is actively engaged with the Texas Festivals & Events Association, serving as President/Chair. A resident of The Woodlands since 1994, she and her husband, Mitch, have raised three children.

Jenny is passionate about linking her community with exceptional art. Growing up with two adventurous New Yorkers, she changed schools eight times within twelve years. Her formative years in Greece, Italy, Istanbul, Spain, Iran, and Peru were rich in cultural experiences, with visits to museums and ancient sites almost every weekend. Experiencing extraordinary art has honed her discerning eye and deep appreciation for diverse art forms. Her love for people and events led her to The Woodlands Arts Council, where she utilizes her strong community spirit to foster art and culture through the arts festival and support of local artists.

ELIGIBLE MEDIA

All works must have been completed between 2019-2024 and not previously exhibited at Ardest Gallery. Eligible media includes, but is not limited to, drawing, painting, photography, mixed media, oil, chalk, pastels, ink, ceramics, sculptures, metal work, wood work, and textiles. Max size for works is 48x60. 

If you have a question about whether your work is suitable for submission, please contact julieverville@ardestgallery.com.

To apply, visit: https://form.jotform.com/241167463412149

Art in The Woods, an outdoor fine arts market, is held on the 3rd Saturday of each month between October-December & March-May, between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. just outside of our doors!! 

The Grogan's Park community includes a number of wonderful family owned businesses, including a book store, clothing boutique, coffee house and fine dining restaurant. Grogan's Park is situated on the edge of The Woodlands, Texas, with easy access from I-45.

Artists will be juried into each market, space is filled on a first come, first serve basis and the fee for a 10x10 space is $60.

We accept artist applications on a rolling basis. Should you be accepted into the market, an invoice will be sent to secure your space.

To apply: https://form.jotform.com/231815405497157

Are you interested in joining Artist Gallery?

Ardest Gallery is a fine arts gallery representing top, Texas 2D and 3D artists in The Woodlands, Texas.

We accept artist applications on an ongoing basis, and rotate artists on a quarterly basis. For consideration, please fill out our Jotform and a gallery representative will be in contact with you.

For artist submission requirements, visit: 

https://form.jotform.com/221644752882159