March Newsletter
FROM THE
PRESIDENTS EASEL
It saddens me if you missed the wonderful brunch and art game open to all of our members. The food and fellowship was wonderful and we had many laughs playing Exquisite Corpse. At the board meeting, we have planned an exciting line up of activities: Pop-ups, invitational art challenges, and more - you don't want to miss out.
On a more serious note, I would like to remind everyone that we are all volunteers running this special organization. It periodically comes to my attention that some of our active members are criticized for the job they are doing. Please have patience and perhaps offer to lend a hand. We all need a bit of grace and gratitude.
- Linda Peitz
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March
March 12, 19, 26, 2026
Moving Towards Health
Gentle Tai Chi style movement class designed to increase stability and range of motion
9:30 am - 10:15 am
All Members of ALFB Welcome
Fort Bend Art Center
March 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31, 2026
Members Open Paint Day
Join members who are painters for open painting time in the Monet Classroom for practice and community
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
All Members of ALFB Welcome
905 3rd Street, Rosenberg
March 14, 2026
Fiber Friends
Friendly gathering of fiber enthusiasts lead by Isabel Warns
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Fort Bend Art Center
Contact Isabel if interested: [email protected]
March 14, 2026
Featured Artist of the Month Presents:
The Roger Koslen Open House
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Open to the Public
Fort Bend Art Center
March 14, 2026
Spring Art Show Registration Opens
March 23, 2026
General Membership Meeting
10:00 am - 11:00 am
All Members of ALFB Welcome
Fort Bend Art Center
March Membership Demo
Nina Struthers will demonstrate the electric pen for creating stippled original works of art
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
April
April 2, 2026
Moving Towards Health
Gentle Tai Chi style movement class designed to increase stability and range of motion
9:30 am - 10:15 am
All Members of ALFB Welcome
Fort Bend Art Center
April 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 2026
Members Open Paint Day
Join members who are painters for open painting time in the Monet Classroom for practice and community
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
All Members of ALFB Welcome
905 3rd Street, Rosenberg
April 10, 2026
Spring LSAG Preview Night
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
All Members Welcome
Fort Bend Art Center
April 11, 2026
Spring LSAG Qualifying Show
Annual show of members artwork for consideration for the regional LSAG show
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
All Members Welcome
Fort Bend Art Center
April 11-14, 2026
Gallery Rotation
If you have artwork hanging in the gallery, this is the time to move your work to your new location and hang new artwork up
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Fort Bend Art Center
April 13, 2026
ALFB Board Meeting
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Fort Bend Art Center
April 18, 2026
Featured Artist of the Month Presents:
The Jiang Liu Open House
3:00 - 5:00 pm
Open to the Public
Fort Bend Art Center
April 18, 2026
Fiber Friends
Friendly gathering of fiber enthusiasts lead by Isabel Warns
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Fort Bend Art Center
Contact Isabel if interested: [email protected]
April 27, 2026
General Membership Meeting
10:00 am - 11:00 am
All Members of ALFB Welcome
Fort Bend Art Center
April Membership Demo
Eugenia Garcia will share how she has developed her voice as an artist and how you can as well
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
LOOKING AHEAD
☀️Summer Art Camp!☀️
7 slots left and they will go fast - Sign up today before it's too late!
Camp will be 9:00 am - 3:00 pm this year
Supplies are included but lunch is not, so be sure to pack a lunch and get ready to have some fun!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
A warm THANK YOU to Debbie Rose
for her incredible work and commitment to the Artisan Gift Shop on 3rd Street. She has taken it in an invaluable direction and we're grateful for her time and dedication.
We would also like to welcome Jules Fuchs as the new manger of the Artisan Gift Shop, knowing she'll continue us on the path to greatness with her vast retail knowledge!
🎙️Artist Talk
The Art League of Fort Bend wants to showcase YOU as an artist
on Youtube in a podcast series!
Signup HERE
The interview will be approximately 20 minutes long and is an incredible opportunity to showcase your skills, gain publicity as an individual and the Art League. We would love for everyone to participate, so sign up today!
Online Teaching video recording is happening!
Many are in the process of creating videos and we even have one finished product. If you are interested in making a video lesson or want to know more about online video teaching, contact Diane Whitmarsh with any questions and information about how to apply.
Text: 832-646-1832 or email: [email protected]
We want YOU to be our Fundraising Board Member!
A smaller role in helping the league to do fundraising is also an option. Contact Diane Whitmarsh [email protected] if interested. For questions about the position contact Brenda Bowman [email protected]
WANTED
Are you interested in filling the Membership board position? Contact Diane Whitmarsh [email protected]
EDUCATION / PROGRAMS
Noticed a few new events added to the Events Calendar?
Join us as we "move towards health" with Val Wonsower, or for brunch to socialize with league friends, and to gather together with our Fiber Friends led by Isabel Warns.
We would love to see you!
If you're interested in leading a group for a monthly gathering or trying your hand at offering a class, please contact Jillian Haberman by text: 281-748-2847, or email: [email protected]
🎨 CLASSES
Looking to sharpen your skills or explore something new?
Sign up today HERE
for a class taught by our talented members.
Ready to teach your own class?
CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR CLASS
WORKSHOPS
Our workshops are open to all ages and skill levels, offering a fun, supportive space to learn, create, and connect. Sign up today and be part of our vibrant art community!
Vie Dunn-Harr Workshop
June 29, 30, and July 1, 2026
Watercolor Collage
In this workshop Vie will introduce movement and abstraction as the foundation of watercolor painting, incorporating rice and art papers to build rich layers of texture and depth. Through group demos and one-on-one guidance, Vie will support each participant's journey of exploration.
NEW!
Luanne Rimel Workshop
October 19 - 21, 2026
Slow Stitch and Collage
Slow down and discover how to be present in your work using needle and thread. Learn how to activate the surface of your fabric composition with meditative hand quilting and embroidery. Each participant will receive individual attention and guidance in this workshop to aid in crafting a personal visual language.
GALLERY
Congratulations to our Featured Artist of the Month of March
Roger Koslen
We're thrilled to announce Roger Koslen as our March Artist of the Month! Roger creates captivating sculptural works that explore form, texture, and imagination in ways that invite viewers to see the world from a fresh perspective. We can't wait for everyone to experience his work and the creativity that he brings to our space.
Open House
March 14, 2006
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Do you want to be the next Featured Artist?
Apply soon to be featured in November or December!
DEVELOPMENT
Community Display Opportunities
Community Displays are open to ALL members and offer a wonderful opportunity to showcase your artwork throughout Fort Bend County - free of charge. Even better, sales do happen!
If you'd like to learn more, sign up as a volunteer to help hang pieces, or join the Community Displays Team, please reach out to Brenda Bowman [email protected]
The Fort Bend Museum has our members from the ALFB scheduled for May 14 - July 6; No Theme; Reception for artists Friday, May 22
Please participate and share! The more the merrier!
Labels: If you can, please print your own labels at home. Avery Label #8877 (same as gallery). Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the green tab labeled "Gallery Labels"
CURRENT EXHIBITS:
LSAG 2026 Annual Show
Save the Dates!
June 11, 12, & 13, 2026
📣 Demo artists are welcome and needed for the upcoming LSAG show! If you are interested in providing either an instructional (hands on) demo or observation only demo, contact Brenda Bowman 281-455-0306 or Sandy Rhodes 281-216-9244
LOOKING BACK
Linda Pietz Rug Hooking Demo
March 7th Potluck
🌐 LETS GET SOCIAL
Check it out!
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