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Anthony Pabillano was just featured in Voyage Houston Magazine. From the article: We often hear from artists that being an artist can be lonely. Any advice for those looking to connect with other artists? The way that got me involved in the art community and enabled me to meet many […]

VAA Treasurer in the news

On February 19, about fifteen VAA members and guests met at Art Supply on Main for our monthly critique night. Different media was presented, including oils, acrylics, photography, paper and 3D works. Every critique night ends up with a recurring theme or two and this night was no exception with […]

Third Monday Critique Night

On March 7, 2018, members and guests were offered another rare insight into a juror’s selection process for art competitions by two prominent figures in the Houston art world: Catherine D. Anspon, Executive Editor at Paper City Magazine; and Cindy Lisica, Ph.D, owner and director of Cindy Lisica Gallery. Both […]

Inside the Collection Process

On February 7, 2017, fifty lucky VAA members and guests were at Lester Marks’ home for a talk by Trenton Doyle Hancock, the recipient of the 2017 Artist of the Year Award from the Art League of Houston. Lester welcomed us to his art filled home and introduced Trenton, who […]

Talk with Trenton Doyle Hancock

On January 10, 2018, VAA members and guests were given a unique opportunity for an overview of the collection of prints, drawings and photographs from across curatorial departments at the MFAH Works on Paper Study Center, Led by Jason Dibley, Collections Manager, Prints, Drawings, and Photographs, attendees were able to view […]

Tour of MFAH Works on Paper Center

On November 4, 2017, VAA members and guests got a unique insight into personal tastes, experiences and opinions regarding the collecting of artworks from three experienced collectors. Moderated by VAA Vice President, Erik Hagen, the panel consisted of Chris Higham, Professor Donna Tennant and Henry Hunt. When looking for new artwork, […]

Collector’s Perspective