July 2016

When artists from all over the nation compete to be part of an exhibition curated by

gallerist Brian Gross, the results are really visually stunning. We invite you to come see

the latest exhibitions here at MarinMOCA, which are a wonderful foray into

minimalism and abstraction.

- Heidi LaGrasta, Executive Director

IN THE MAIN GALLERY:

Summer National

Juried Exhibition

June 11 - July 17

Reception: June 11; 5:00 - 7:00 pm

The Summer National Exhibition features

contemporary artists from around the nation and

includes sculpture, paintings and photography.

This exhibition was juried by Brian Gross, owner of

Brian Gross Fine Art.

IN THE RON COLLINS GALLERY:

Suzanne Golt & Kristin Meuser June 11 - July 17

Reception: June 11; 5:00 - 7:00 pm

In recognition of their artistic achievement, MarinMOCA

artists Suzanne Golt and Kristin Meuser were awarded this

paired exhibition for winning first place in MarinMOCA's

2015 member shows.

Suzanne Golt

Kristin Meuser

COMING SOON:

Exhibition Dates:

July 23 - August 28, 2016

Juror:

Don Soker of Don Soker Contemporary

Art

San Francisco

Reception:

July 23, 5-7pm

Over 75 of MarinMOCA's artist

members have contributed a piece for

this show which showcases the diverse talents of painters, sculptors,

photographers, printmakers, textile and mixed media artists. Included in

the exhibit will be a special memorial exhibition for MarinMOCA member and

sculptor Charlie Kleinman, who passed away earlier this year.

Doughnuts with the Director Saturday, August 6th, 11am - noon

Museum Members and Guest:

Free

Artist Members and general

public:

$10 per person

Tour our

Juried Artists of MarinMOCA

Member Show

with Executive Director Heidi

LaGrasta.

Enjoy delicious doughnuts and coffee while our director gives you the behind

the scenes information about many of the works on exhibit. Find out what inspired

these artists and how they brought their works to life in this special one hour tour.

Hope to see you there!

SAVE THE DATES

Special Affects Film

Festival August 19 & 20 Sponsored by The Novato

Theater MarinMOCA Venue Sponsor

The first Special Affects Film

Festival is set to take place over

the course of two days here at

MarinMOCA. The festival will

feature films for, about and by

members of the special needs

community. Now more than

ever before, the special abilities

of people living with intellectual

and physical challenges are

being highlighted in film and television roles, as well as behind the scenes in

every aspect of production from directing and producing to serving as

valuable members of the crew. CLICK HERE for additional information.

To enroll in classes, call the office at (415) 506-0137 or enroll online! Don't forget

a MarinMOCA membership entitles you to a 10% discount on our classes.

Acrylic Painting -

Paint Marin Monday Painting Group

The Heyward / Wilcoxon

Art Workshops

The Portrait & The Figure

Workshops for Kids

Express Your Wild Creativity

The Draped Figure

Third Thursday Critique

Thursday, July 21, 2016

8:00 - 9:30 pm

This monthly event provides a friendly place to get

feedback on your artwork from fellow artists. Everyone

is encouraged to participate along with host Eric

Whitten.

Bring up to three pieces to be reviewed.

Free to members and the public.

781 Hamilton Parkway

CALL FOR ENTRIES

Emerging Artists of Northern

California

September 10 - October 23,

2016

JUROR: Rena Bransten of

The Rena Bransten Gallery

The goal of this competition is

to choose five "emerging"

artists who will be given an

opportunity to exhibit either a

body of work or a site-specific

installation within a portion of

the Museum gallery at

MarinMOCA. Deadline to apply July 29th.

DOWNLOAD PROSPECTUS on MarinMOCA's website for complete information.

Modesto Covarrubias 2012 MarinMOCA Emerging Artist

New! MarinMOCA Artist in Residence Program

Deadline for Entry: July 7, 2016 (extended)

MarinMOCA is initiating a new

program for an Artist in

Residence here at the Novato

Art Center at Hamilton in

partnership with the City of

Novato. This MarinMOCA

residency aims to provide a

talented and committed visual

artist with a stipend and free

studio space at the Novato Art

Center surrounded by 50 other

artists as well as MarinMOCA's

galleries and classroom. The

artist will have the opportunity to concentrate on making their art while giving

the community opportunities to connect and learn from his/her art practice

and knowledge. This inaugural residency will be 90 days. The City of Novato is

providing this space free of charge for the program, and MarinMOCA is

providing an artist stipend for the length of the residency.

This is a live-out residency, meaning housing is not provided. For this reason, selected

artists must live within driving distance of MarinMOCA. Artists must be 21 or older and

be able to comfortably and effectively communicate with the public. For full details

and application process,

please see our prospectus.

The Museum Store

Member Discount Day

Saturday, July 9th

STORE HOURS:

Wednesday through Friday

11:00 - 4:00

Saturday and Sunday

11:00 - 5:00

Not a member yet? Sign up

online! Support your local

museum and enjoy the many

benefits museum membership

offers.

Exhibitions Featuring MarinMOCA Members

Lucy Arnold Slugs, Bugs, Wings, Fins, solo show

Marinwood Community Center

San Rafael

Through September 11

Bibby Gignilliat

Transformation, solo show

The Bay Model, Sausalito

Through July 30

Peter Keresztury Sculpture in the Garden Exhibition

Ruth Bancroft Garden, Walnut Creek

Barbara Bryn Klare Art Bra Austin, Austin TX

Group runway show to raise funds to support

women affected by breast cancer

Barbara McLain Spring Open Juried Exhibition

Falkirk Cultural Center, San Rafael

Through July 16

Mary Beth Taggart Ladybug Salon, solo show

San Rafael

Through July 17

Marin County Fair, San Rafael

June 30 - July 4

Group photography exhibit

If you have an upcoming show that you would like fellow MarinMOCA members to

know about, please send information to info@marinmoca.org by the 20th of the

month.

MarinMOCA Outside Venues

Beso Restaurant

Roberta Ahrens

Pat Doherty

Bob Justice

Eileen Nelson

Myra Nissim

Sarah O'Hala

Francis Snyder

Gallery 305, Tam Valley

Sarah O'Hala

Novato City Hall

Mohammad Iqbal

Deborah Sullivan

The Villas at Hamilton

Roberta Ahrens

Bob Justice

Noel Ryan

WestAmerica Bank, Novato

Cindy Imhoff-Bruininks

Bob Justice

Eileen Nelson

Noel Ryan

MarinMOCA Office

Lucy Arnold

In the 781 Gallery

Ellen Desmond When Lilacs Bloom

Top of the Stairs at 500 Palm

Linda Mueller Chair in Flight, acrylic/collage

CALL FOR ENTRIES

Petaluma Arts Association 59th Annual Art in the Park

"Art in the Park" is a popular North Bay event attracting thousands of visitors each

year. Open to all artists who create visual fine art or fine crafts. It will be held in Walnut

Park at the corner of Petaluma Boulevard South and D Street. September 10 & 11,

10am to 5pm.

Petaluma Valley Hospital Exhibition

The Art Around Town Committee presents a call for art for the upcoming exhibition at

the Petaluma Valley Hospital. Exhibition dates August 10 - December 14, 2016.

Deadline: 7/25/16

First Annual Benicia Plein Air Gallery Paint Out

Get your painting surfaces stamped beginning at 8 am at the Benicia Plein Air

Gallery. Paint throughout Benicia and hang your framed painting in the courtyard at

3 pm.

Deadline: 7/27/16

MarinMOCA Emerging Artists of Northern California

JUROR: Rena Bransten of The Rena Bransten Gallery. Exhibition Dates: September 10

to October 23, 2016. Open to all northern California resident artists 18 years and over.

The goal of this competition is to choose five "emerging" artists who will be given an

opportunity to exhibit either a body of work or a site-specific installation within a

portion of the Museum gallery. Age is not a factor.

Deadline: 7/29/16

10% DISCOUNT MarinMOCA members receive a 10% discount on purchases made at Riley Street, the

North Bay's premier source for art supplies.

Riley Street

1138 4th Street, San Rafael

415-457-2787

Links to Novato Museums

Novato History Museum The Space Station Museum

Hamilton Field History Museum Museum of the American Indian

Olompali State Historic Park

MarinMOCA Board Meetings

Open to the public on the second Thursday of every month from 4-6pm. Meetings

take place upstairs in the War Room at 500 Palm Drive, Novato. Next meeting will be

July 14th.

We depend on donations from individuals like you.

Thank you for supporting MarinMOCA!

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