Shows and Events MEMBER RESOURCES: Below is everything you need to know, or use the quick links to jump to exactly what you need. Use the graphic s at the end to help us promote the tour! 2026 Open Studio Tour SHOW DETAILS Show Captains, Location, Schedule, and more SHOW APPLICATION Deadline to apply: August 28, 2026 SHOW GRAPHICS Downloadable Files You Can Use to Help Promote the Show! SHOW DETAILS 2026 Studio Tour October 10-11, 2026 11am-5pm Show Captains: Chrissie Hines Lora Moran-Collins Video Director: Charlie Smith Hub Captains Charlie Smith - DFRC Jay Anderson - Arts Lab DON'T WAIT! SIGN UP TO BE A PART OF THE STUDIO TOUR ! Deadline: August 28 Location: Your studio, or at a host studio*. *"Host studios" are either at a centralized hub or with a participating artist who has offered the use of additional space in their studio for another artist(s). The tour Captain will arrange the pairing of artists with host studios. NOTE: Davidsonville Family Recreation Center and the Arts Lab of South County are "hubs." Artists at all locations (including DFRC) are expected to set up a demonstration of their work process in addition to exhibiting their work. "Demonstration" can mean a live demo, or a display, photos or videos of your process. To Participate: SIGN UP NOW $40 Final Deadline to apply is August 28 Mail check to: MCAG Treasurer, c/o Fran Thompson, P.O. Box 111, Mayo, MD 21106 OR Click here to Pay SHOW FEE ONLINE Show Details ShowGraphics SPREAD THE WORD! Show Graphics Show Forms Ways You Can Help Promote the Show Send 1 or 2 images of your work (with title and media) to help us promote the show Send Now > Subscribe to the MCAG Facebook page and Like, Comment, and Share our social media posts. Create your own social media posts about the art you'll be showing. Tag MCAG so we can share your public posts too! Need Help? Ask your show captains Download and share the show graphics Email your friends and contacts Print out the flyers and post at work, in local businesses, libraries, and public bulletin boards Watch for upcoming emails and announcements about other ways to engage! PRINT GRAPHICS: (Coming soon!) Full page flyer Save the Date 5x7 postcard (front) 5x7 postcard (back) SOCIAL/DIGITAL GRAPHICS: (Coming soon) Facebook - Save the Date (pdf) Facebook Share image (for timeline posts) - coming soon Instagram Share image (square) - (png) Wall display label template (Word .docx)

The Muddy Creek Artists Guild is a group of artists living or working in southern Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Members sell their work online and at pop-up art exhibitions throughout the year. Featured image: Members posing with their art. Photography by Monica Hawse. Welcome to the MUDDY CREEK Artists Guild A roving band of artists in southern Anne Arundel County, MD SHOP ONLINE JOIN MCAG OUR ARTISTS Current, Upcoming and Recent Events Studio Tour, October 10-11 Details soon! Watch for details on our next DoArt! Fiber Fun coming! November 8 News from the Blog Discovery Village: A Rare Opportunity for South County’s Arts and Maritime Future On the shores of Parish Creek in Shady Side sits a property unlike anything else in southern Anne Arundel County: the 7+ acre Discovery Village site, with direct access to the Chesapeake Bay, a public boat ramp, expansive parking, and a large two-story building that could become one of the most important cultural spaces in South County. Right now, this property is for sale and Anne Arundel County has a rare chance to purchase it—for boaters, yes, but also for the artists, cra May 27 Member Highlight: David Brault David Brault sketching at Rise Up Coffee, November 2024 David Brault appears to be a quiet and unassuming man. Yet, if ever it were true,... Dec 19, 2024 Nurturing “ Pull up a chair. Take a taste. Come join us. Life is so endlessly delicious.” Ruth Reichl, American chef and food writer Bringing... Nov 15, 2024 Stay up-to-date with the latest news and announcements from MCAG JOIN OUR MAILING LIST! Follow us on social media! #MuddyCreekArtists Follow us on social media for more great pieces and event updates!

The list of members serving on the current Board of the Muddy Creek Artists Guild. Board of Directors The MCAG Board meets on the 4th Thursday of each mon th at 6:30pm. We normally meet at the South County Chamber of Commerce, 5503 Muddy Creek Rd. All current members & patrons are welcome to attend and partic ipate in discussions. General Membership meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm. All current members and patrons are encouraged to attend and participate in discussions. General Membership Meeting location: Davidsonville Family Recreation Center (DFRC) 3789 Queen Anne Bridge Rd, Davidsonville, M D 21035. Scouts building to the right as you pull into the lot An email reminder will go out to the m embership the day before the meeting s . Meet Our Board Kendra Smith PRESIDENT Lisa Fairbank VICE PRESIDENT Fran Thompson TREASURER Michelle Schneider SECR ETARY Lora Moran-Collins PAST PRESID ENT STANDING COMMITTEE CHAIRS Membership - Chrissie Hines Exhibits - Meryl Tiemann Community Outreach and Education - Kate Fitzgerald Publicity and Marketing - Stephanie Kilchenstein IT/Social Media - open, volunteer today Professional Development - Mitzi Bernard & Betsy Meynardie Contact Us!

Muddy Creek Artists Guild Spring Show 2025 Art in Bloom Muddy Creek Artists Guild Art in Bloom: Discover, Discuss, Create April 2 -6, 2025 Step into the vibrant world of creativity at Art in Bloom, where the Muddy Creek Artist Guild showcases an exciting collection of all-new works from our talented member artists. This year’s show brings a fresh format, inviting you to not only view the art, but to also engage with the artists through interactive artist talks, live demonstrations, gallery tours, and our new fashion show. While we embrace this new experience, we’re also holding onto some of the beloved traditions of our show. Explore Studio Intrepid (our play-along art table) where you can tap into your own creative side, and participate in our raffle, with proceeds supporting Anne Arundel County Public Schools through the Guild’s Arts Education Fund. As always, join us to mingle with artists, fellow art lovers, and the community. The artwork below represent some of the items that will be raffled off during this show in support of the Arts Education Fund. Stained glass lantern made by Lisa Fairbank Birdhouse made by Tom Dicken Come celebrate the season of renewal and artistic expression at Art in Bloom: Discover, Discuss, Create . Whether you’re discovering new work, engaging in conversation, or creating your own masterpiece, this show is the perfect way to experience art in its fullest form. Dates: April 2 - 6, 2025 Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 10:30 am to 7:30 pm; Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm Location: 204 Owensville Road, West River, MD 20778 (in the parish hall at Christ Church West River) The event is free and open to the public. The Muddy Creek Artists Guild is a roving band of intrepid artists whose mission is to support and promote the original art of southern Anne Arundel County artists. In this show, the Guild will present a professional art gallery experience, featuring a wide range of subjects and influences, from abstract to realism. You will see how our special Chesapeake Bay inspires the work of several of our artists. Some of the media types include painting, pottery, photography, jewelry, glass, mixed media, etching, textiles & sculptures. The show provides a great opportunity to engage with local artists, as well as shop for unique artworks and gift items. There will be lots of one-of-a-kind, brilliantly conceived works for you to enjoy and purchase. OPEN SHOW FLYER Show Schedule of Events **Activities are in the process of being added. Please check back to see the latest updates** Wednesday, April 2 10:30 am Opens Throughout day Wood turning demo - Chris Bunn 11:30 am Painting demo - Ted Smith 12 noon Gallery tour 2 - 3:00 pm Fashion show 5:00 pm Woodworking demo - B. Saylor 6:00 pm Gallery tour 7:30 pm Closing Chris Bunn at the lathe Thursday, April 3 10:30 am Opens Throughout day Wood turning demo - Chris Bunn 11:30 am Photography demo - Peter West 12 noon Gallery tour 2:00 pm Art talk - Bonnie McLeod "Getting Started in a New Medium" 3 - 5 pm Studio Intrepid - Come make art! 5:00 pm Painting demo - Lindsay Clarke 6:00 pm Gallery tour 7:30 pm Closing Friday, April 4 10:30 am Opens Throughout day Wood turning demo - Chris Bunn 11:30 am Bookmaking demo - Chrissie Hines 12 noon Gallery tour 2:00 pm Art talk - Ed Mann "Composition & Wildlife Photography" 4:00 pm Gallery tour 5 - 6:00 pm Fashion show 7:30 pm Closing Saturday, April 5 10:30 am Opens Throughout day Wood turning demo - Chris Bunn 11:30 am Collage demo - Jan Willem van de Vossen 12 noon Gallery tour 12 - 3:00 Studio Intrepid - Come make your own art! 2:00 pm Glass mosaic demo - Robin Shilkret 3:00 pm Gallery tour 5 - 7:00 Reception 7:30 pm Closing Sunday, April 6 11:00 am Opens 11:30 am Stained glass demo - Lisa Fairbank 12 noon Gallery tour 12 - 4:00 Studio Intrepid - Come make your own art! 3:00 pm Gallery tour 5:00 pm End of show Here's a sneak peek of some of the art work appearing in our Art in Bloom 2025 Spring Show! Check back for more images as we receive them from our artists. Join our mailing list to have updates on this and other MCAG events delivered directly to your inbox! >>

MCAG's annual donations to local school and community art programs MCAG Arts Education Fund The Muddy Creek Artists Guild is committed to supporting local arts education in K-12 schools and beyond through its Arts Education Fund. Guild members donate art work at each show with all proceeds from those sales going to the Arts Education Fund. Additionally, we select a few magnificent works to raffle off at each show, with proceeds from ticket sales supporting the fund. By purchasing raffle tickets or buying donated art designated for the Art Education Fund, show visitors support art education in our local county schools, while simultaneously taking home some amazing art. Funds raised in 2025 will be distributed to the two middle schools (Southern and Central) in southern Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Donate to MCAG's Arts Education Fund Directly > 2024 - Arts Education Fund In 2024, the funds raised at our shows were earmarked for the art departments at Southern and South River High Schools. In early 2025, we delivered $1,656 to each school. Southern High School serves approximately 1,080 students, about half of whom are involved in the art program. South River High School has about 1,700 students, and taking at least one art credit is a requirement for graduation. It was great to see such strong and vibrant art programs at both high schools. We were delighted to see the variety of mediums and subjects the art students are exposed to--clay, acrylic and oil painting, watercolor, photography, archeological art, drawing, collage, fiber, to name a few. Top image (left to right): Southern H.S. Principal Angela Hopkins, MCAG President Kendra Smith, Southern Art Department Chair Marlene Kramer, and MCAG member Roxanne Weidele. Bottom image (left to right): South River H.S. art teacher Joe Germershausen, Kendra Smith, and MCAG Secretary Marcia Goldstein-Nathans. 2023 - Arts Education Fund In 2023, all funds raised at our pop-up art shows were designated for the art departments of the elementary schools in southern Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Thanks to all of our local supporters and art lovers we had 3 successful shows. During February 2024, we were able to give checks for $1,000 to each of the 9 elementary schools: Deale, Edgewater, Central, Davidsonville, Lothian, Mayo, Shady Side, Traceys Landing, and Central Special. To read a follow up about the schools and see what they were able to do with this gift, read this Blog post . Some of the art donated by our member artists. 2022 - Arts Education Fund MCAG members voted to use proceeds from its 2022 annual Holiday "Gifts from the Arts" show to support the art departments of the local middle schools in southern Anne Arundel County, MD. We delivered $3,472 to the art teachers in our local middle schools to support art projects for the children. 2021 - Arts Education Fund In 2021, MCAG unanimously voted to take proceeds from the 2021 shows to support the art departments of South River High School (Edgewater) and Southern High School (Harwood) to enhance their art programming. On February 22, 2022, members presented each school with a check for $1,445.82. "Since our founding in 2009, the Guild (MCAG) has contributed thousands of dollars in art scholarships and donations to local students and schools. It is a critical part of MCAG's mission of bringing arts to our south county community," expressed Lora Collins, President of Muddy Creek Artists Guild. Top image: MCAG members Joanne Riley, Lora Collins (Guild President), and Linda Donahue (second, third, and fourth from left) present the donation to Sharon Litting, Art Department Chair (in front with check), Principal Stacey Smith (at right), and several students of South River High School in Edgewater, Md. Bottom image: MCAG members Joanne Riley, Lora Collins (Guild President), and Linda Donahue present the donation to art teacher Marlene Kramer (with check) and students at Southern High School in Harwood, Md. Read the Press Release >

Information about the Muddy Creek Artists Guild Studio Tour 2025 2025 Open Studio Tour Our 7th Annual!! October 25-26, 2025 11 am to 5 pm Have you ever wondered about the "how" or "why" behind an artist's creation? This studio open house is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with the artists. The self-guided driving tour takes you through southern Anne Arundel County to 12 studio locations, hosting 26 artist members of the Muddy Creek Artists Guild. A variety of media will be represented, including painting, mixed media, fiber arts, glass, jewelry, drawing, pastels, woodworking, and photography. Note: The event will be held rain or shine. Thank you for a successful tour. See you again next year! Click on the map to open the interactive map for address locations and directions. Directory of Artists Planning Your Visit Sponsors/Raffle ~Directory of Artists~ Click the play arrow on images to see more. Studio # Anderson, Jay Bailey, Ruth Bernard, Mitzi Bunn, Chris Cover, Kim Darcy, Kathy Evans, Katerina Ewing, Anita Fairbank, Lisa Fitzgerald, Kate Frederick, Wyatt Graham, Joanne Hines, Chrissie 10 9 10 11 1 10 2 5 12 7 10 10 1 Studio # Lennon, Sam Mastroti, Renata Moran Collins, Lora Oliver, Nancy Patton, Sally Porter, Sharon Schneider, Michelle Shilkret, Robin Staska, Kathie Thompson, Fran Tiemann, Meryl van der Vossen, Jan Weidele, Roxanne 1 1 10 10 7 8 4 10 5 4 9 3 6 Kim Cover Photography Note: This studio is only open on Sunday during the tour Kim Cover (photography) kcover123@gmail.com “Living on the South River, I explore the Chesapeake Bay, capturing bountiful shores, working harbors, wildlife, and watermen harvesting oysters, crabs, and other catches. I am drawn to workboats and timeless sailboats gliding across its waters. My photographic journey also reaches distant shores and the people who call them home.” Website Great Blue Heron Photography Kim Cover Hand Tonging for Oysters Photography Kim Cover Lobster Shack on Fish House Cove, ME Photography Kim Cover Great Blue Heron Photography Kim Cover 1/3 Note: This studio is only open on Sunday during the tour Chrissie Hines (mixed media, bookmaking) afoolishmaven@aol.com "New blank journals for this year's Muddy Creek Studio Tour studio tour are getting started! This group will be 11x8 large books to fill with whatever you desire. Contact me by email for special orders or requests." handmade books Chrissie Hines handmade blank books Chrissie Hines handmade books Chrissie Hines 1/2 Note: This studio is only open on Sunday during the tour Mastroti Pottery Renata Mastroti (pottery, ceramics) www.rmastrotipottery.com "The simple lines of my pieces provide a canvas for the surface decoration process, inviting the viewer to slow down and wander through the intricacies of the design while enjoying the comfort of a warm cup of tea or the smoothness of a hand-pulled handle. I'm inspired by nature and its patterns, its abundance and diversity." Website leaf vase Ceramics Renata Mastroti leaf casserole Ceramics Renata Mastroti leaf vase Ceramics Renata Mastroti 1/2 Note: This studio is only open on Sunday during the tour Sam Lennon Fine Art Sam Lennon (mixed media) samlennon@verizon.net "Inspired by nature, my collages use torn, handmade papers—chosen globally for their texture, pattern, and color—to create art that appears painterly from a distance. Up close, the unique details of each paper emerge. I choose collage for the rough boldness it allows and select subjects that are both personally meaningful and artistically challenging." Website TwoGoldfishFramed Mixed media Sam Lennon TundraSwan-PaperCollage Sam Lennon TwoGoldfishFramed Mixed media Sam Lennon 1/2 Katerina Evans (mixed media, fiber arts, wood and sculpture, acrylic painting) evansartandhealing@gmail.com "Come see the magic of a working studio, with driftwood and paper, fabric and paint, altered books--so many wonderful things. I play with mixed media and anything that catches my interest. All are welcome" Website 1 "Body, Portal" (unfinished) 18"x24" mixed media Katerina Evans "Be Bold" 18"x24" mixed media Katerina Evans "Body, Portal" (unfinished) 18"x24" mixed media Katerina Evans 1/2 Jan Willem van der Vossen 3 (drawing, mixed media) janwillemvandervossen@gmail.com "It's about visual interest. At least four voices are involved: the piece's basic concept, the conversation among the colors, the color fields with their own discussion, the lines and the dynamics among these three. You can almost hear these voices!" Cash/check only vanderVossen untitled 2 Peter West vanderVoseen untitled 3 Peter West vanderVossen untitled 1 Peter West vanderVossen untitled 2 Peter West 1/3 4 Added Touch Michelle Schneider (mixed media, jewelry) livinggodsgrace@icloud.com "Art has always been something I shied away from. I thought of myself as a crafty person until polymer clay. It's a material I can create into so many beautiful pieces that become wonderful 3-D art. Being a part of the Muddy Creek Artists Guild community has opened my eyes to seeing my imagination and creativity as something special." Pets on premises Fall Collection Michelle Schneider Schneider 2025 new Michelle Schneider Fall Turtle earrings Michelle Schneider Fall Collection Michelle Schneider 1/4 4 Fran Thompson (fiber arts) franthompson51@gmail.com "Since childhood I have worked with fiber, as a sewer, crocheter, and now in adulthood, as a Felter. Blending wool, its colors and textures, feeds my creative side, making something useful or fun and allows me to share my artistry." Pets on premises Handmade paper Fran Thompson Felted Flowers Fiber arts Fran Thompson Handmade paper Fran Thompson 1/2 Anita Ewing Watercolors Anita Ewing (oil, acrylic, watercolors, mixed media) ewing400@gmail.com "In watercolor there is always an element of surprise, of chance. The colors blend on the paper; the paints flow. I'm always exploring other media, but so far, watercolor is still the medium that takes my breath away." Website 15 Fish Anita Ewing Golden landscape Anita Ewing Portrait Anita Ewing Fish Anita Ewing 1/3 Kaja Sculptures Kathie Staska (sculpture) avecespoir@hotmail.com "I'm a Maryland-raised, horse-loving sculptor. I work in whatever media is handy--wax, wire, glass, clay, papier mache, even veggies! I've been a guild member for 2.5 years." Website 15 Soleil Wire sculpture Kathie Staska Copper2 Mixed media sculpture Kathie Staska Skystallion Mixed media sculpture Kathie Staska Soleil Wire sculpture Kathie Staska 1/3 Roxanne Weidele (landscape oil paintings and pastels) roxanneweidele@gmail.com "The environment can shift from breathtaking beauty to quiet calm, from raw power to subtle threat. Landscapes, for me, are never just seen--they are felt. With chalk pastels and oils, I seek not to record every detail, but to capture the pulse, the mood, the memory of a place. Through my work, I invite viewers to step into the moment and feel the spark that first stirred me." Website 12 CLOUDS OVER THE CREEK Pastel painting Roxanne Weidele DARK CLOUDS OVER WETLANDS Oil painting Roxanne Weidele CLOUDS OVER THE CREEK Pastel painting Roxanne Weidele 1/2 7 Sally Patton Photography Sally Patton (photography) sallypattonphotography60@gmail.com "Everything created has a story. As a local photographer, I aim to: behold and magnify the Beauty of Creation, capture moments to be reflected upon by many, make big out of the little things commonly missed in life, exchange unique stories through photographs, and bring peace and calm to life." 1 9 Patton Photography 1 Patton Photography 2 Necklace Michelle Schneider Patton Photography 1 1/5 7 Kate Fitzgerald (mixed media, oil/acrylic, watercolor) fkate0068@gmail.com "I'm a local artist and photographer residing in Shady Side for 27 years. Since retiring, I have devoted much time to expressing myself through my artwork. My work reflects both my personality and the Chesapeake Bay area." 9 Magic Acrylic painting Kate Fitzgerald Sunrise by Boat Watercolor/gouache Kate Fitzgerald Oyster Shell Trees Mixed media Kate Fitzgerald Magic Acrylic painting Kate Fitzgerald 1/3 Sharon Porter (watercolor/gouache) sporter968@gmail.com more coming soon Cash only Porter 3 Watercolor Sharon Porter Porter 1 Watercolor Sharon Porter Porter 2 Watercolor Sharon Porter Porter 3 Watercolor Sharon Porter 1/3 9 Ruth Bailey Art Ruth Bailey (watercolor) ruth@ruthbaileyart.com "I love painting with watercolors and watching the paint flow across the paper, mingling with other pigments. Painting what I love gives me a peaceful mindset and makes me happy." Website 3 Dawn on Rockhold Creek Ruth Bailey Sunset on Rockhold Creek Ruth Bailey Dawn on Rockhold Creek Ruth Bailey 1/2 9 Courage in a Box Meryl Tiemann (mixed media) courageinabox@gmail.com "I like trees. They are strong, steady, grounding, and powerful. When I am troubled or can't find a solution, I find a scrap of paper, write it down, and put it in a wooden box. Thus, I named them 'Courage in a Box.'" 3 Tree of Life 1 Meryl Tiemann Tree of Life 2 Meryl Tiemann Tree of Life 3 Meryl Tiemann Tree of Life 1 Meryl Tiemann 1/3 10 Located in the Arts Lab of South County Frederick Photography Wyatt Frederick (photography) edgelite306@gmail.com "As a photographer, I work to capture the spirit of the world we live in, My work comes in varying forms, from close-ups that shows texture and essence, or far off landscapes that reveals it's broad beauty." 20+ Mary Photography Wyatt Frederick Keyhole Photography Wyatt Frederick Mary Photography Wyatt Frederick 1/2 10 Located in the Arts Lab of South County Healing Creations Robin Shilkret (drawing and pastel, mixed media, oil and acrylic, glass art) rjsspirit@outlook.com Robin is a mosaic artist with a love for animals and nature. Her works are exemplified by bright colors, metaphysical themes and creativity. Robin enjoys walking on beaches, finding sea glass to integrate into her mosaics. Website 20+ Maryland State Flag & Map Glass arts Robin Shilkret Chesapeake Bay mermaid scene Robin Shilkret Maryland State Flag & Map Glass arts Robin Shilkret 1/2 10 Located in the Arts Lab of South County Arts in the Belfry Nancy Oliver (jewelry) artsinthebelfry@gmail.com "For most of my life, like many others, I did not believe I had any creative potential. I now know that is a myth that anyone can debunk with some effort. The outcome is irrelevant. The process is everything. " 20+ Sterling Silver Triangle Earrings Jewelry Nancy Oliver sea glass and gemstones earrings Jewelry Nancy Oliver Sterling Silver Earrings Jewelry Nancy Oliver Sterling Silver Triangle Earrings Jewelry Nancy Oliver 1/3 10 Located in the Arts Lab of South County Mitzi Bernard Art Mitzi Bernard (mixed media) Ber-nardo@comcast.net "My art is about the strength and power of women told through paper art collages made of hundreds of tiny pieces of paper glued together. Each collage has its own story of strength and courage. I'll be demonstrating how I make my art. Come join me! And I love to do commissions--check them out on my website (they're not all women!) Website 20+ Garden Muse Mixed media Mitzi Bernard CloseupEmmeMerge Mixed media Mitzi Bernard Hawkeye Mixed media Mitzi Bernard Garden Muse Mixed media Mitzi Bernard 1/3 10 Located in the Arts Lab of South County Lora Collins (oil painting, figurative sculpture, drawing and mixed media/collage) Lora.m.collins@gmail.com "I'm a generalist artistically speaking, meaning I do a range of art from figurative and portrait sculpture to realistic, impressionistic, and abstract painting, as well as collage. Recently I made several exhibit elements for the U.S. Botanic Gardens." Website 20+ Horses on the Beach Oil painting Lora Collins Cacophony Mixed Media Lora Collins Yellow Trees Oil painting Lora Moran-Collins Horses on the Beach Oil painting Lora Collins 1/3 10 Located in the Arts Lab of South County The Graham Collection Joanne Graham (fiber arts) "I love the use of wool along with other types of natural fibers and textiles. The varieties of textures are truly rich while the designs can be so organic. Felting has allowed me to incorporate lessons previously learned in other mediums." Website 20+ Hat and scarf Felted wool Joanne Graham Felted Wool Joanne Graham Felted wool wrap, orange/black Joanne Graham Hat and scarf Felted wool Joanne Graham 1/3 10 Located in the Arts Lab of South County Jay Anderson (pottery, oil or acrylic painting) vizlit2006@yahoo.com "Jay Anderson is currently working with clay as a major component of his mixed-media sculptures. He invites everyone to visit the Arts Lab Ceramic Studio and inspect our outstanding facilities, where he currently serves as one of the pottery instructors." 20+ Havelina Nice Day Acrylic Jay Anderson Ceramic Rice Bowl Jay Anderson Havelina Nice Day Acrylic Jay Anderson 1/2 10 Located in the Arts Lab of South County Kathy Darcy (fiber arts, mixed media, watercolor) khdarcy@gmail.com "Art feeds the soul, as surrounding oneself with the beauty of nature brings solace to the challenges of our times. My art expressed the joys of the botanical world in rich color and graceful form. Each piece is painted from my travels or walks in the garden. I use painting as a meditation where light brings life to the inner being." 20+ Poppies Kathy Darcy Echinacea Kathy Darcy Poppies Kathy Darcy 1/2 11 Chris Bunn Woodworking Chris Bunn (woodworking) chrisrbunn@gmail.com "I am a woodworker but primarily a wood turner. I work mostly with domestic woods that have been naturally felled. I turn these pieces into functional items such as salad bowls and art forms like platters." Chris Bunn Inlay platter Chris Bunn Birdhouse ornaments Chris Bunn Chris Bunn 1/3 12 Note: This studio is only open on Sunday during the tour FireLightArtGlass Lisa Fairbank (jewelry, glass arts) firelightartglass@gmail.com "I use sheet glass, ground glass, dichroic and metal inclusions and hand-pulled vitrigraph flowers and stringers to create my unique forms of Stained & Fused Glass Art. Enter my basement studio from the back yard. Find me Saturday mornings at the Riva Farmers Market." 12 Pet on premises FusedHeart Glass arts Lisa Fairbank Stained Glass Wheel Glass arts Lisa Fairbank Stained glass rooster Glass arts Lisa Fairbank FusedHeart Glass arts Lisa Fairbank 1/5 ~Planning Your Trip~ The studios will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., both Saturday, October 25, and Sunday, October 26, unless otherwise noted. You can visit one, some, or all of the participating artist studios. Start your journey here! 1) Look through the participating artist directory above. Each entry provides you a bit about each artist and a sample of their work. The directory icons give you more information about what to expect at each studio. 2) Select the studios you "must see" and plot your basic route. If you're planning to visit multiple studios, we suggest your route follow studios by number--either forward from #1 or backward from #11. Of course, the adventurous among you wanting to meander a bit through lovely South County may choose to zigzag randomly between studios. Don't forget to support locally-owned restaurants along the way by stopping for lunch or dinner. Check out our raffle sponsors (on the map and described below) for dining suggestions. 3) Click on the map to see studio and sponsor addresses and to get driving directions. (Note: The map will become active on October 19th.) Just a reminder that while Google Maps and GPS can be very helpful in navigation, they are not always completely reliable in rural areas like this. 4) Follow the signs! Our distinctive road signs will help guide you on your journey to your destinations. If you get turned around, don't worry. On tour days, each studio marker on the map will provide a phone number for the artist. If you find yourself in a pinch, don't hesitate to contact one of the artists for help getting back on track. Additionally, each studio will have a one-page handout with studio locations to support visitors who prefer paper over digital. ~Sponsors & Raffle~ EVENT SPONSORS The following sponsors have donated in support of this Muddy Creek Artist Guild event. We encourage you to patronize their businesses. RAFFLE All of this beautiful art, chatting directly with the artists, and having a good time traversing the rolling hills of South County! What more could you want on a Fall weekend? Well, how about entering a raffle for your chance to win prizes donated by local businesses? Each studio will have a sign-in sheet. When you visit, make sure you sign in to be eligible to win one of the donated items at the end of the tour. The more studios you visit, the more chances to win! See below for a list of raffle items from our generous donors. Winners will be contacted at the end of the tour. two $25 gift cards $25 gift card Two $25 gift cards

Explore the calendar to discover upcoming events and pop-up shows presented by MCAG. Calendar of Events Upcoming Events VIEW FULL CALENDAR For Members-Only Our General membership meetings happen monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 6:30 pm. @ Davidsonville Family Recreation Center (DFRC) 3789 Queen Anne Bridge Rd, Davidsonville In the S couts building to the right as you pull into the lot. Join us! ___________________________ The monthly MCAG Board meeting is held monthly on the 4th Thursday at 6:30pm at the Southern Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, 5503 Muddy Creek Rd, Churchton. All current MCAG members are welcome to attend! ___________________________ Head over to the members-only page for more resources, including a calendar of events. N ot a member? Consider joining us today! > Join our mailing list to be sure you hear about new events first. Sign up here >>

Muddy Creek Artists Guild & Honey's Harvest Farm Spring Artfest 2024 Muddy Creek Artists Guild Spring Artfest 2024 The Muddy Creek Artists Guild is very excited to invite everyone back to Honey's Harvest Farm in Lothian for Spring Artfest 2024! Shop new and local art in the big, beautiful barn. Stop by the DIY Art table and create your own masterpiece. All ages are welcome. On Saturday May 11, join us for a reception with wine, light hors d'oeuvres and live music. This is a great opportunity to meet and talk to the artists. Dates: May 11-12 and 18-19, 2024 Hours: Saturday & Sunday 10am – 4pm Location: 5801 Brookswood Rd. Lothian, MD 20711 To easily find the event, type "Honey’s Harvest Farm" on your GPS and follow the signs when you get close. In addition to all the artwork created by our south county artists, there will also be some local food and drink vendors serving lite fare . Or bring your own picnic, grab a picnic table or spread out on the beautiful grounds. There will also be live music. Grab some lunch fro m an on-site food truck or pack a picnic and shop some local art! The event is free and open to the public. The Muddy Creek Artists Guild is a roving band of intrepid artists whose mission is to support and promote the original art of southern Anne Arundel County artists. In this show, the Guild will present a professional art gallery experience, featuring a wide range of subjects and influences, from abstract to realism. You will see how our special Chesapeake Bay inspires the work of several of our artists. Some of the media types include painting, pottery, photography, jewelry, glass, mixed media, etching, textiles & sculptures. The show provides a great opportunity to engage with local artists, as well as shop for unique artworks and gift items. There will be lots of one-of-a-kind, brilliantly conceived works for you to enjoy and purchase. OPEN SHOW FLYER Show Dates and Hours: Week 1 Saturday, May 11, 10am - 5pm (live music by Collide 3-5pm) Sunday, May 12, 10am–4pm (Happy Mother's Day!) Week 2 Saturday, May 18, 10am - 4pm (live music by Kyle DeHaven 12-3pm) Sunday, May 19, 10am–4pm (live music by Rich Hayward 12-3pm) Show Special Events "Meet the Artists" Reception Saturday May 11, 3-5 pm DIY Art - create art to take with you! noon-3pm daily Here's a sneak peek of some of the art work appearing in our 2024 Spring Artfest! Check back for more images as we receive them from our artists. Join our mailing list to have updates on this and other MCAG events delivered directly to your inbox! >>

Information about the Muddy Creek Artists Guild Holiday Show 2024. Our 15th annual Holiday Art Show and Sale The Muddy Creek Artists Guild is excited to announce its 15th annual "Pop-Up" Holiday Art Show and Sale. The show will be held over two weekends, Decemb er 6-8 and December 13-15, 2024, at 179 Mitchells Chance Road, Edgewater, Md. 21037 (Main Street at South River Colony Shopping Cent er). It's free and open to the public. The Muddy Creek Artists Guild is a roving band of intrepid artists whose mission is to support and promote the original art of southern Anne Arundel County artists. Immerse yourself in this professional art gallery experience, featuring a wide variety of media, including painting, pottery, photography, jewelry, glass, woodworks and more. The show provides a great opportunity to engage with local artists, as well as shop for unique artworks and gift items. Holidays are also a time for giving. Purchase a raffle ticket to win a free piece of art! This money goes directly to the art teachers of South County public schools. We will also host a DIY art session, "Studio Intrepid", on Dec 7, 8 (Sat, Sun) and Dec 14 (Sat) from 1-4pm. Bring your kids, a friend or just yourself and create your own work of art to take home with you -- free! But wait there's more -- join us for a wine and cheese "Meet the Artists" reception on Saturday Dec 7 from 5-7pm -- live music by Rich Hayward, light refreshments, and a chance to meet and talk to the artists and browse some cool art. It's a fun way to spend an evening! DOWNLOAD THE SHOW FLYER Show Dates and Hours: Week 1 Friday, December 6, 10am–7pm Saturday, December 7, 10am–7pm Sunday, December 8, 10am–5pm Week 2 Friday, December 13, 10am–7pm Saturday, December 14, 10am–7pm Sunday, December 15, 10am–5pm Show Special Events Meet the Artists Reception, Saturday, December 7, 5pm–7pm (light refreshments and live music by Rich Hayward) DIY Art Sessions, Saturday and Sunday, December 7 and 8, 1pm-4pm; and Saturday, December 14, 1pm-4pm (all ages welcome!) A sneak peek of art for sale at our 2024 Holiday Show! Join our mailing list to have updates on this and other MCAG events delivered directly to your inbox! >>

DoART! with MCAG Our "DoArt" workshop and demo events are a great way to interact with the MCAG artists, get hands-on with a new technique, and … simply put … just have a lot of fun! Upcoming Event June 26, 5-7:00 pm ABOUT THE ARTIST: Jay Anderson James “Jay” Anderson, Ph.D., has been teaching art for decades (so you’re in good hands). A member of the Muddy Creek Artists Guild, he specializes in helping beginners feel comfortable, relaxed, and maybe even a little proud of what they create. As a bonus, this DoART! is being held during our popular ArtFest Show and Sale. Come early to shop before the workshop begins. Don't delay! Register now. The DoART workshops sell out quickly. DoART! at ArtFest Show & Sale Sip & Sketch: Where "Bad" Drawings are Half the Fun! with artist Jay Anderson Draw. Sip. Laugh. Repeat. With your pencil in one hand a glass of wine in the other, join us for a relaxed, laughter-filled evening of sketching portraits in a cozy barn setting. We'll kick things off with a simple, no-pressure demo (promise--it's painless), then you'll learn to sketch a portrait of yourself or your friend. Results may range from impressive to unforgettable...either way you'll be smiling. What to expect: A quick, easy way to start drawing faces Partner sketching (funny attempts encouraged!) A casual, social atmosphere Plenty of laughs Leave with a nicely matted portrait you created yourself No experience needed--seriously. All supplies for the workshop are provided in the cost of your registration. Join us! EVENT REGISTRATION: $35 Registration includes all materials as well as a complimentary glass of wine. The artist will demonstrate the technique and provide tips and guidance throughout the workshop. Other MCAG member artists will be available for support as well. Click to share on social media: Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Copy link Register Now! Space is limited to 30 seats! Click to Register

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Member 2D Exhibit at BWI The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County has offered a unique opportunity for an exhibit at BWI Airport exclusively featuring MCAG members. This juried exhibit is limited to 2D artworks and will run from August 3 to November 30, 2026. The space can hold up to 50 artworks, depending on their size. ACAAC jurors will review all applications and determine who will be chosen for the show. Timeline for Submissions An entry form and prospectus will be available in March, along with directions on how to complete the application. Check back here at that time to get additional information. In the meantime, here is the timeline: Entry Opens.................................March 14 Entry Deadline..............................May 4 To Jurors......................................May 18 Juror Deadline..............................May 29 Notification...................................June 25 Receiving at ACAAC Office...........July 30 Kramer Pick Up/Install..................August 3 Reception.....................................TBD De-Install......................................November 30 Pick Up.........................................December 1 Submission Portal