It is with deep regret that MAS announces that longtime MAS member and friend, Don Trownsell, passed away on May 14th. Don was a well- known artist,  a  dedicated friend, and a strong supporter of the arts.   He belonged to most of our shoreline art organizations, including the Madison Art Society.   He joined the MAS board of directors in 2006 and became Vice President  in 2007. He was a primary chair of fund raising for MAS’ Juried Shows and he could always be counted on to support the organization. Don will always hold a place of high regard and friendship within our community.  MAS’ 46th Annual Juried Show  in August and September will be dedicated to Don’s memory.   He will be remembered with great affection.   We send our deepest condolences to Don’s family.

Upcoming Zoom Presentations: To join RSVP TO MARIANNE@RTDTECH.COM 

June 2- 10am Art Demo via Zoom Zukar Bikbov: To join RSVP TO MARIANNE@RTDTECH.COM BY SUNDAY, MAY 30, 2021. Please include Zufar in the subject of your RSVP, as we have multiple events running this month.

June 15- 6:30pm, Part 1 Bob Thomas Photographing your Artwork with Your iPhone or Android, for Galleries, Social Media and More. 

June 22- 6:30pm Part 2 Bob Thomas – Uploading Your Image to Different Sites (For Shows, Galleries, Instagram, Facebook)

Upcoming Events and Opportunities:

Plein Air Paint Outs Wednesdays, 9am-12am, May – Oct. 2021.  See the schedule and meeting spots for each location at madisonartsocietyct.org

Scranton Shops Fundraiser- Friday June 4th, 6pm and MAS Table.  Support local businesses and organizations, tour the beautifully renovated Scranton Memorial Library, and visit MAS’s table to buy some art and hear about our upcoming events.  Contact the Scranton Memorial Library to purchase your ticket.   https://www.scrantonlibrary.org/2021/05/07/dont-miss-scranton-shops/

Town Hall Artists – Space Available – Please contact Steven Pynn, pynnsteven@gmail.com to sign up for this opportunity to promote, exhibit and sell your art.

MAS 46th Annual Juried Show dedicated to Don Trownsell- August 7-Sept 16 2021, submissions online from July 20-Aug 1,  2021.   We hope to have this show IN PERSON, at the newly renovated Scranton Memorial Library, Madison., with a reception. The show will be juried by accomplished artist, Kathy Anderson.  More details to follow.

Volunteers and board members wanted for MAS –  We are especially seeking volunteers to chair fundraising, which is how we fund the many cash prizes for MAS Juried Shows.  Please help us make MAS the best it can be by volunteering your time. Immerse yourself in art, connect with fellow artists and make an impact on your community.  Contact Hilary at hlgriff@comcast.net.