Please join the Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST), on March 4th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm forGetting Your Art Off the Walls by artists Mindy Faubian and Gail Cope. The program will be about how to find new ways to use your artwork other than exhibitions and hanging it on the walls of homes …
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Please join The Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST), for a presentation and demonstration by Artist Bev Boren on Wednesday, February 5th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm, at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
Ms. Boren paints in oil and watercolor. Her work is primarily the result of her need to …
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You are invited to join the Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) on Wednesday, January 8th at 6:45 p.m. for a presentation and demonstration by Randall M. Good at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX. Good will present on his “old masters” style of art which is influenced by the Italian …
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You are invited to the 5th Annual VASTFEST on December 4th from 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
VASTFEST is a fun holiday social and shopping event.
Meet local artists and see their art and handmade items while you enjoy soup, wine, hot cider and …
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Please join The Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST), on November 6th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm. at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX., for a presentation by Sudeep Kumar. Sudeep is an award-winning artist living in Frisco Texas. He will present information on sketching, including a sketching demo followed by …
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What: Needlefelting by Umut Demirguc Thurman – VAST October Guest Artist Presentation
When:You are invited to a presentation and demonstration by Umut Demirguc Thurman on Needlefelting on October 2nd, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm, at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
Needlefelting is the process of interlocking wool fibers into position with …
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You are invited to a presentation by glass artist Christie A. Wood on some of the historically significant stained glass artwork in Denton, Texas. The presentation takes place September 4th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm, at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
Christie will present artwork made from the 1930’s through …
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You are invited to the Opening Reception of the 31st Annual VAST Members Exhibition that takes place on July 19th, from 6 – 8 pm at UNT on the Square, 109 N Elm St, Denton, TX .
VAST sponsors this annual event to offer its members an important opportunity to enter their work in a …
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The Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) sponsors the annual VAST Members Exhibition to offer its members an important opportunity to enter their work in a juried exhibition that showcases members only. The exhibit provides an excellent venue for the North Texas community to appreciate the high quality and diverse nature of art produced by …
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Merging Visions, a collaborative exhibit of art and poetry, will open with a reception 6:00- 8:00 pm., June 7 at the Patterson-Appleton Art Center (PA-AC) 400 E. Hickory Street in Denton. The event is open to the public. The fun-filled opening reception will provide opportunities to view the art paired with poetry, participate in a …
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You are invited to a demonstration by artist Crystal Nelson on May 1st, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX..
Crystal’s presentation will focus on a technique for creating colorful abstract backgrounds using acrylic ink, fluid acrylics, and liquid watercolor. Images are then “found” and drawn in …
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You are invited to VAST’s guest artist presentation featuring oil and pastel artist Lin Hampton from 6:45 pm – 9pm on Wednesday, April 3rd at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center in Denton, Texas. Lin works in oil and pastels. She will present information on painting with pastels and demonstrate different techniques you can use to get …
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The Visual Arts Society of Texas welcomes Harlan W. Butt as our guest artist on March 6th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm, at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center in Denton, TX. Harlan is an artist with over 40 years of experience working in metal and enamel who specializes in making vessels inspired by the human relationship …
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You are invited to a presentation by Texas artist Michael Holter. Mr. Holter that takes place February 6th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center in Denton, TX. Mr. Holter works in both watercolor and oil.
Michael says, “I think of my work as impressionistic. I like to represent people or places …
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You are invited to a demonstration by artist Crystal Nelson on January 2nd, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm, and the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX..
Crystal’s presentation will focus on a technique for creating colorful abstract backgrounds using acrylic ink, fluid acrylics and liquid watercolor. Images are then “found” and …
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You are invited to VASTFEST!
VASTFEST is a fun holiday social and shopping event that takes place December 5th, from 5 pm – 8:30 pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
Come and meet local Denton artists, listen to live music by the Gypsy Cats, enjoy appetizers, win door …
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You are invited to: “Wait! We’re Hosting Thanksgiving??? Quick! Fix the House!” A Demo by Artist Carol Stoecker at VAST. The event takes place on November 7th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center in Denton, Texas.
Carol will be demonstrating step-by-step how she makes stone and brick texture and then …
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You are invited to the Opening Reception for Merging Visions 2018: A Collaborative Exhibit of Art and Poetry on Sunday, October 21, from 2-4 pm at the Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N Charles St, Lewisville, TX.
The Merging Visions exhibition is a collaboration between the Denton Poets’ Assembly and the Visual Arts Society …
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Join VAST for a printmaking demonstration by accomplished artist Junanne Peck on October 3rd, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm, at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center. Information about her art and demonstration of various printmaking techniques will be presented. This lecture will be the close of her 3 day workshop held in Denton which will include …
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You are invited to the Opening Reception for Merging Visions 2018: A Collaborative Exhibit of Art and Poetry on Sunday, October 21, from 2-4 pm at the Medical City Lewisville Grand Theater (100 North Charles Street, Lewisville, TX 75057).
The Merging Visions exhibition is a collaboration between the Denton Poets’ Assembly and the Visual …
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The Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) invites you to a demonstration on making cups from clay by artist Mindy Faubion on September 5th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, located at 400 East Hickory Street, Denton, TX.
“It can take me forever to choose the right coffee cup in …
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The Visual Arts Society of Texas Announced Winners of its 29th Annual Juried Members Exhibition
July 24 – August 15, 2018
UNT on the Square
109 N. Elm, Denton, TX, 76201
Congratulations to the award winners of this year’s VAST Juried Members Exhibition. The awards were announced at the opening reception on …
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You are invited to a presentation by artist Linka Behn at the Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST), on May 2nd, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center. Behn’s presentation is entitled “Grandmother’s Pearls and a Teacher’s Note: Connection and Direction”.
Behn states, “I’ve always drawn. Born in SE Texas, and …
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You are invited to a presentation by Multimedia Artist Angelia Ford on April 4th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm, at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
Ms. Ford is a Dallas-based artist who has this to say about her art:
“As an artist, I have always been motivated to create work …
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The Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) invites you to a presentation by artist Justine Wollaston entitled: “Who Am I Kidding? Stuff I’ve learned as a Professional Creative.” The presentation takes place March 7th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
Justine uses a variety of media in …
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The Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) proudly invites you to see the documentary film entitled Jo Williams: Living Art followed by a watercolor painting demonstration on February 7th, from 6:45 – 9:00 pm at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 East Hickory Street, in Denton, TX.
Living Art: Jo Williams …
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You are invited to the opening reception for The Visual Arts Society of Texas’ 12th Annual 125-Mile Visual Arts Exhibition that takes place January 12, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm (Awards 6:30 pm), at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, Gough Gallery, 400 East Hickory Street, Denton, TX 76201The reception is free and open to the …
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You are invited to a presentation by Jane E. Jones sponsored by the Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST), on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 from 6:45-9 p.m., at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
Ms. Jones is a watercolor artist who has served as a workshop instructor, demonstrator, and …
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You are invited to VASTFest 2017 that takes place on Wednesday, December 6th from 6 – 9 p.m. at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 East Hickory Street, Denton, TX 76201.
VASTFest is a holiday shopping and social event. Come and meet VAST Artists, have snacks and refreshments, and buy one-of-a-kind art gifts made …
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12th ANNUAL 125-MILE VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITION – Call for Entries – Due Nov. 10th
This exhibition is sponsored by the Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) and will take place January 13-February 24, 2018 at the Gough Gallery in the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E. Hickory St., Denton, TX, 76201
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You are invited to a presentation by Artist Kim Collins sponsored by the Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST), on Wednesday, November 1st from 7-9 p.m. at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
Ms. Collins is a Fort Worth, TX abstract artist whose work is heavily influenced by the tangled …
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You are invited to a presentation by Ana M. Lopez on Wednesday, October 4th from 7-9 p.m. at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX . Ms. Lopez is a metalsmith, educator and decorative arts scholar. Her creative work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, receiving a juror’s award from the …
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You are invited to a presentation by Jim and Brandy Gilliam of Cadillac Art & Frame of Little Elm on the business of framing your artwork on Wednesday, September 6th from 7-9 p.m. , at the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center, 400 E Hickory St, Denton, TX.
Cadillac Art & Frame is a family owned business …
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You are invited to the Opening Reception for the Merging Visions Exhibit, on Sunday, June 25th, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the UNT Lightwell Gallery, at 1201 West Mulberry Street, Denton, TX. (Please note that this reception has changed from May 21st …
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You are invited to the Opening Reception for the 2017 Merging Visions Exhibit, on Sunday, May 21, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the University of North Texas’ Lightwell Gallery, 1201 West Mulberry Street, Denton, TX 76201. As an added feature during the …
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