Holiday Thoughts & News
Image courtesy of Christmas in the District
As one calendar year draws down and another prepares itself to arrive, we’ve been thinking about the cycles in life and art, as well. It’s a perfect time of year to release what no longer serves us and embrace the very elements that would bring us joy. Try something new! You might discover an entire world that has been patiently waiting for your presence. One important concept is to release the expectation of perfection when beginning a new venture. Kurt Vonnegut famously said, “To practice any art, no matter how well or how badly, is a way to make your soul grow.” We invite you to release the expectation of perfection and embrace the messiness of being a beginner again.
Holiday Events
Small Business Saturday (11.26) and Christmas in the District (12.10) were jaw-dropping successes! It exceeded each of our expectations.
Showcase the gallery…..check!
Come together as an artist community…..check!
Unleash the magic of intention, positivity, and creative synergy….check!
We continue to hear that the gallery is cozy, happy, and affirming. When we conceptualized our deepest wishes for this creative space, that’s exactly what was in our hearts. Seeing it manifested into reality is a feeling we cannot describe. Thank you for coming along.
If you missed stopping by the gallery, please come see us. You’ll be greeted warmly and surrounded by local artisans who have poured heart and soul into one-of-a-kind creations.
Want to give the gift of art but don’t know what they would love? Need a last-minute holiday gift?
We now have MOW gift cards available for purchase! Visit the gallery this week, or shoot us a message, and we can get one ready for you.
MOW “WOW"s lately
Emily McCauley named Rockport Center for the Arts 2023 Merit Artist
Congratulations to MOW artist Emily McCauley on being named one of three 2023 Merit Artists by the Rockport Center for the Arts! Jurors selected three artists from the RCA’s annual all-members show “The Big Wave” to receive their own small group exhibition at the Center in Fall 2023 (more info). We’re in awe of Emily’s work, and are thrilled to congratulate her! You can check out Emily’s work at Moon Over Water while you wait for her show next year at RCA!
MOW Founders to host workshop at RCA
Moon Over Water founders Sharen Chatterton and Karen Rester are teaching a mixed-media paint over workshop at Rockport Center for the Arts in January-February 2023. Find more info HERE. You’ll find yourself welcomed, encouraged, and inspired!
Kelly Schaub Receives Solo Exhibit and Honorable Mention
MOW artist Kelly Schaub is honored with a solo exhibit titled “Waxing Poetic: Collage & Encaustic” at the Art Center of Corpus Christi’s Kucera Gallery opening January 6th, 2023.
Kelly Schaub also received an Honorable Mention for her work “CUBE-ISM LXXXI” in the Rockport Center for the Arts’ 2022 all-members show “The Big Wave”
