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SUMMARY:FMG Call for Entry: Wide Open Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Applications will be opening soon for ‘Wide Open Spaces: The Lives & Livelihoods of the American West’\nApplication Window January 6 – March 3\, 2026\nShow dates are April 10 – May 29\, 2026\nThe Full Moon Gallery will be accepting submissions soon for our spring 2026 exhibition\, Wide Open Spaces: The Lives & Livelihoods of the American West. This show is a love letter to our community and western culture\, reflecting the landscapes\, people\, environments\, animals\, and everything else that makes the place we call home. \nWe’re looking for art that shows the west in all its unique forms. That could mean photography from iconic peaks to the smallest critters\, sculpture showing the flora and fauna of the region\, paintings capturing western textures and big skies\, portraits of cowhands and ranchers\, indigenous beading and weaving\, silversmithing\, leatherworking\, and more. If your art is inspired by or celebrates western spirit and culture\, we want to see it! \nComplete your application here: FMG Application Form \n\n\nApplication Information:\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Window: January 6 – March 3\, 2026\nAll 2D and 3D artists are encouraged to apply.\nEach application may include up to 10 works\, and you may apply up to 3 times for a total of 30 works submitted to the exhibit.\nWorks are reviewed by a Jury Committee\, and all artists selected will be notified in writing on or before March 9\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nImportant Dates:\n\n\n\n\n\nShow Dates – April 10 – May 29\, 2026\nApplications Open – January 6 – March 3\, 2026\nArtist Acceptance Notification – on or before March 9\, 2026\nInstallation Fees due – April 7\, 2026\nArtwork Delivery – April 7 from 11am – 5pm\nPublic Open House / Artist Reception – April 17 from  5-7pm\n\n\n\n\n\nFees:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication: $20 per 10 works submitted. You may apply up to 3 times per exhibition\, for a total of 30 works submitted per show.\nInstallation: $40 for MVAC Members\, $48 for Not-Yet-Members (yearly MVAC membership begins at $25 – click here for more info) per 10 works accepted.\n25% MVAC Commission on any works sold during the show.\n\n\nAll artwork will need to installation ready – framed (if applicable) with a suitable hanger on the back\, gallery wrapped canvas with finished edge\, etc. MVAC and all employees does not assume any liability for lost\, stolen\, or damaged artwork while on display. All artists are strongly recommended to carry liability insurance.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/event/fmg-call-for-entry-wide-open-spaces/
LOCATION:ID
CATEGORIES:Full Moon Gallery,MVAC Artist Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Watercolor Safari: Painting Animals of the African Wild
DESCRIPTION:Watercolor Safari: Painting Animals of the African Wild \nwith Leslie Lambert \nWednesdays\, February 18\, March 4\, March 11\, March 18\, & April 1 | 5:30-7:30pm \n$120 / MVAC Members \n$150 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.) \nRegister online below\, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up! \n  \nLearn to paint the expressive beauty of animals found on the African savannah. Each week we’ll focus on one animal – from elephants and giraffes to lions\, zebras\, and birds – using simple shapes\, layered watercolor washes\, and clear step-by-step guidance. You’ll learn how to suggest fur and texture\, capture personality through eyes and posture\, and create lively color palettes that bring your animals to life. \nThis course is designed for all levels\, including beginners who have always wanted to paint animals but didn’t know where to start. \nAll are welcome – no drawing experience necessary. \nPlease bring your own watercolor supplies (suggested supply list below)\, or purchase a complete beginner supply kit from Leslie for $75 – optional\, pre-order is recommended. Call MVAC at 208-734-2787 to reserve your kit. \n  \nSuggested Supply List  \n\nPaper: 1 full sheet (22×30”) of 100% Cotton 140 lb cold press watercolor paper. Alternatively\, you may bring a pad of watercolor paper\, or a watercolor journal or sketchbook with watercolor paper.\nmasking fluid (Winsor & Newton is best)\nassortment of watercolor brushes such as a #6 round brush with a good point\, a #12 round brush and/or ½” cat’s tongue brush\, Scrub brushes (soft and hard)\, and any other brush that you love to use\npencil and kneaded eraser\npalette\ntransfer paper\nwatercolor paints – suggested colors listed below. Pan or tube watercolors are fine\, bring what you like to use!\n\nCobalt Blue\nWinsor Blue (green shade)\, also called Thalo Blue or Intense Blue\nBurnt Sienna or Quinacridone Burnt Orange\nWinsor Yellow or Cadmium Yellow Light/Pale\nRaw Sienna (Winsor & Newton)\nQuinacridone Rose\, also called Permanent Rose\n\n\n\n  \nSupplies not included in the watercolor kit (please bring): \n\nboard to tape quarter sheet of paper on\nmasking tape\nspray bottles (soft mist and one with a harder spray)\nold towel or cloth\n\n  \nAbout the Instructor\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeslie Lambert (also known as Leslie Redhead) is a celebrated artist known for her innovative poured watercolors. With a keen eye for detail and a mastery of color\, Lambert skillfully pours and manipulates pigments on paper\, resulting in stunning and dynamic compositions of the West. Her artwork\, characterized by vibrant hues\, has garnered widespread acclaim and has been exhibited in prestigious galleries and exhibitions worldwide. Lambert’s ability to push the boundaries of traditional watercolor painting has established her as a trail blazer in the arts. \nIn addition to signature status with the Cowgirl Artists of America (CGA)\, Lambert is a signature member of Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS)\, and the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolor. She is also an associate member of Women Artists of the West (WAOW). Lambert is the author of Watercolor 365: Daily Tips\, Tricks\, and Techniques and the illustrator of the children’s book\, Island in the Salish Sea\, by Sheryl McFarlane. Her work has been published in Western Art Collector\, Plein Air Magazine\, Western Art & Architecture\, Watercolor Artist\, The Artist’s Network\, and Splash 10: The Best of Watercolor. \nLambert is an adjunct professor of art at the College of Southern Idaho and teaches workshops throughout U.S.\, Canada\, Spain\, and Morrocco. She is represented by Trails End Gallery in Chewelah\, Washington and Horizon Fine Art in Jackson\, Wyoming. Lambert currently divides her time between Burley\, Idaho and Colville\, Washington where she creates works of art portraying vast expanses of the western landscape. More of her work can be viewed on her website at leslielambertart.com. \nRefund Policy: all ticket\, table\, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.
URL:https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/event/watercolor-safari-painting-animals-of-the-african-wild-2/
LOCATION:ID
CATEGORIES:Art Classes,Full Moon Gallery
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SUMMARY:FMG Call for Entry: Magic Moments
DESCRIPTION:Applications will be opening soon for ‘Magic Moments’\nApplication March 3 – June 1\, 2026\nShow dates are July 10 – August 28\, 2026\nAre you a member of the Magic Valley Arts Council? If so\, or if you plan to join\, this is the gallery exhibit opportunity for you! \nMagic Moments is our annual celebration of member talent. This is a non-themed\, non-juried show that seeks to display\, amplify\, and celebrate the many talents and skills of our membership. Any medium\, any style\, any subject (as long as it is appropriate for public display)\, we want it all! \nAs a special treat to our members\, the install fee is WAIVED for this exhibition. \nComplete your application here: FMG Application Form \n\n\nApplication Information:\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication Window: March 3 – June 1\, 2026\nAll 2D and 3D artists are encouraged to apply.\nEach application may include up to 10 works\, and you may apply up to 3 times for a total of 30 works submitted to the exhibit.\nWorks are reviewed by a Jury Committee\, and all artists selected will be notified in writing on or before June 11\, 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nImportant Dates:\n\n\n\n\n\nShow Dates – July 10 – August 28\, 2026\nApplications Open – March 3 – June 1\, 2026\nArtist Acceptance Notification – on or before June 11\, 2026\nInstallation Fees due – July 7\, 2026\nArtwork Delivery – July 7 from 11am – 5pm\nPublic Open House / Artist Reception – July 10 from  5-7pm\n\n\n\n\n\nFees:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplication: $20 per 10 works submitted. You may apply up to 3 times per exhibition\, for a total of 30 works submitted per show.\nInstallation: WAIVED for current MVAC Members!\n\n\nAll artwork will need to be installation ready – framed (if applicable) with a suitable hanger on the back\, gallery wrapped canvas with finished edge\, etc. MVAC and all employees does not assume any liability for lost\, stolen\, or damaged artwork while on display. All artists are strongly recommended to carry liability insurance.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/event/fmg-call-for-entry-magic-moments-2/
LOCATION:ID
CATEGORIES:Full Moon Gallery,MVAC Artist Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Art Class -  Watercolor as Music: Painting with Rhythm & Emotion
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 14 \n10:00 a.m. – Noon \nMagic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom \nCost:  $25 to MVAC members\, $30 to Not-Yet Members \nNo experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.  \nClass size is limited for the best experience\, sign up early to save your spot!  \nRegister online below\, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787)\, or stop in to sign up. \n  \nSecond Saturday at the Full Moon Gallery presents Watercolor as Music: Painting with Rhythm & Emotion with Leslie Lambert \nWhat does music look like? What does color sound like? In this unique and expressive watercolor workshop\, we’ll explore the connection between music and painting. Using rhythm\, repetition\, contrast\, and flow\, you’ll learn how to let music guide your brush – creating abstract or semi-abstract paintings inspired by sound. \nWe’ll begin with short listening and painting exercises to explore how different types of music affect your color choices\, brushwork\, and energy. Then\, you’ll create your own full piece inspired by a favorite song or musical mood. \nThis class is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike – anyone who wants to loosen up\, play with paint\, and discover a new way to connect with both music and watercolor. \nNo experience necessary – just bring an open mind and a willingness to explore. \n  \nAbout the Instructor: \nLeslie Lambert (also known as Leslie Redhead) is a celebrated artist known for her innovative poured watercolors. With a keen eye for detail and a mastery of color\, Lambert skillfully pours and manipulates pigments on paper\, resulting in stunning and dynamic compositions of the West. Her artwork\, characterized by vibrant hues\, has garnered widespread acclaim and has been exhibited in prestigious galleries and exhibitions worldwide. Lambert’s ability to push the boundaries of traditional watercolor painting has established her as a trail blazer in the arts. \nIn addition to signature status with the Cowgirl Artists of America (CGA)\, Lambert is a signature member of Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS)\, and the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolor. She is also an associate member of Women Artists of the West (WAOW). Lambert is the author of Watercolor 365: Daily Tips\, Tricks\, and Techniques and the illustrator of the children’s book\, Island in the Salish Sea\, by Sheryl McFarlane. Her work has been published in Western Art Collector\, Plein Air Magazine\, Western Art & Architecture\, Watercolor Artist\, The Artist’s Network\, and Splash 10: The Best of Watercolor. \nLambert is an adjunct professor of art at the College of Southern Idaho and teaches workshops throughout U.S.\, Canada\, Spain\, and Morocco. She is represented by Trails End Gallery in Chewelah\, Washington and Horizon Fine Art in Jackson\, Wyoming. Lambert currently divides her time between Burley\, Idaho and Colville\, Washington where she creates works of art portraying vast expanses of the western landscape. More of her work can be viewed on her website at leslielambertart.com. \n  \nRefund Policy: all ticket\, table\, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.
URL:https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/event/second-saturday-art-class-watercolor-as-music-painting-with-rhythm-emotion/
LOCATION:Magic Valley Arts Council\, 195 River Vista Place\, Ste 1\, Twin Falls\, ID\, 83301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes,Full Moon Gallery
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SUMMARY:2nd Saturday Art Class YOUTH | Stamp Into Spring
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 14 \n10:00 a.m. – Noon (we will stop accepting walk-ins at 11:30am if classes are full) \nMagic Valley Arts Council – Ground Floor \nCost:  FREE for ages 18 and under \nHop\, skip\, stamp\, and jump into spring with a creative Second Saturday youth workshop! Kids 18 and under can join in and learn beginning printmaking by creating a custom stamp\, and connect performing to visual arts with a spring-inspired puppet project. \nParents\, bring your little ones out for a morning of creativity—no registration required! Drop-ins are welcome until 11:30 AM. If the workshop is full when you arrive\, we may ask you to explore the gallery upstairs while waiting 10-15 minutes for a spot to open up. \nAttendance is no charge\, but we request that you RSVP online below or by calling 208-734-ARTS (2787) so we have an idea of how many kids to plan for. \n 
URL:https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/event/2nd-saturday-art-class-youth-stamp-into-spring/
LOCATION:Magic Valley Arts Council\, 195 River Vista Place\, Ste 1\, Twin Falls\, ID\, 83301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes,Full Moon Gallery
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SUMMARY:Art Class: Mica Magic - Creating Custom Watercolor Paints
DESCRIPTION:Mica Magic: From Mixing to Mulling\, How to Create Custom Watercolor Paints \nwith Jenn Young \nTuesday\, March 17 | 6-8pm \n$25 / MVAC Members \n$30 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.) \nRegister online below\, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up! \n  \nHave you ever wanted to create a specific shade of paint that you just can’t find in a store? Or have you always wondered how those beautiful pigments came to be? Join us for Mica Magic\, a deep dive on how to create custom watercolor paints using mica powders\, mineral powders\, and a binder like gum arabic and honey. Local artist Jenn Young will guide students through creating 2-4 custom watercolor paints\, with time after mixing to test the paints out with a small watercolor painting! Students will take their custom paints home at the end of class. \n  \nJenn Young is a talented artist based in Southern Idaho who by her own description\, loves to make things! While she generally focuses on watercolor and woodworking\, you may find her dabbling in a wide variety of art forms. Jenn has taught classes in the Rupert area for several years\, and we are thrilled to bring her talents to the Magic Valley for you to enjoy. \n  \nAll supplies included. No experience necessary – beginners welcome! Dress to get messy – mica powders stain! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRefund Policy: all ticket\, table\, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.
URL:https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/event/art-class-mica-magic-creating-custom-watercolor-paints/
LOCATION:Magic Valley Arts Council\, 195 River Vista Place\, Ste 1\, Twin Falls\, ID\, 83301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes,Full Moon Gallery
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SUMMARY:Art Class: Beginning Acrylic with Alex Hartwig
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Acrylic: A Deep Dive into the Acrylic Process \nwith Alex Hartwig \nTuesday\, March 31 | 6-8pm \n$20 / MVAC Members \n$25 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.) \nRegister online below\, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up! This class is for ages 14 & up. \n  \nJoin local artist Alex Hartwig for a deep dive into beginning acrylic painting! He will assist students as they learn how to map out a painting\, glaze it\, and apply paint washes to develop the work. This is a process class\, so instead of following along step-by-step and all leaving with the same art piece\, students will learn the theory and process behind acrylic painting to create a custom masterpiece. Students are encouraged to bring an in-progress canvas if they have one (if not\, all supplies are provided)\, or any other reference material for the art piece they would like to create (photos\, drawings\, etc). \n  \nAlex Hartwig is a teaching and working artist located in Idaho. He has been creating art for over 20 years\, working primarily in paint. Lately he has been focusing on mixed media and visual journaling. \n  \nAll supplies included. No experience necessary – beginners welcome! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRefund Policy: all ticket\, table\, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.
URL:https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/event/art-class-beginning-acrylic-with-alex-hartwig/
LOCATION:Magic Valley Arts Council\, 195 River Vista Place\, Ste 1\, Twin Falls\, ID\, 83301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Classes,Full Moon Gallery
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