Our Gallery Shows
There's much to see here. So, take your time, look around and enjoy all the creativity around you. Join us for our monthly receptions!
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APRIL SHOW
April 2026
CELEBRATING COLOR
Theme: Artwork will salute the Color Wheel in an of its vast variations. Express yourself through color in any medium.
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Receiving: Monday, April 6, 2026, from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Reception: Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 5 pm to 6:30 p.m.
Removal: Monday, May 4, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Eligibility: This show is open to CCAL members and non-members. The Show Chair will determine if artwork meets fine art criteria and is accepted. Only one monetary prize may be given to an individual artist per show. Award recipients are notified by phone and must be present or represented at the reception. A People’s Choice Award will also be awarded.
In Studio 1: Season Highlights
We will be displaying the artwork that won an award this season!
MARCH SHOW
March 2026
PURPLE REIGNS
Theme: This show is about the color purple. Artists are encouraged to make purple the focal point. Anything from "Purple Muntains Majesty" to "Purple Hearts", let's delve "deep" into "Purple".
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Receiving: Monday, March 2, 2026, from 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Reception: Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 5 pm to 6:30 p.m.
Removal: Monday, April 6, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Eligibility: This is a juried All Council Member Show. This show is open to CCAL members and Art Council of Southwest Florida members. The Judge will determine if artwork meets fine art criteria and is accepted. Only one monetary prize may be given to an individual artist per show. Award recipients are notified by phone and must be present or represented at the reception. A People’s Choice Award will also be awarded.
In Studio 1: Class Act - Students' Work
From classes and Open sessions - come see what our students have done!
#34, Julie Tibus, PURPLE MOUNTAINS' MAJESTY, Acrylic Judge’s Comment: "The subdued color palette lends to the feeling of impending mountain rain. The canvas is filled with beatiful brushwork and mark making."
#10, pATTY sMITH, PAPA'S DELIGHT, Pastel Judge’s Comment: “The viewer is invited to witness this lovely intimate moment between Papa and child. The piece exemplifies great color choices, and the soft pastel was handled beautifully."
#23, Dannica Walker, BY THE SEA, Oil Judge’s Comment: “The saturated colors are impactfully positioned side by side. The composition is well done and leads the viewers eye throughout the canvas, ensuring that no part of this abstracted seascape is missed!"
#16, Jessi Dilich, IN FULL BLOOM, Oil Judge’s Comment: “This moody, low-key painting evokes a sense of nostalgia. The paint is handled masterfully. The wide variety of textures and edges cause the viewer to think about leaning in to enjoy the sweet fragrance."
#11, Roger Deering, THE WINDOW BOX, Oil