Greenville Art League
Meet January 2026 Artist of the Month

Melissa Pendergraft

Raised in the Texas Hill Country, I am inspired by nature and bright colors. My journey into the art world began in the early 1990’s when my high school art teacher, Virginia Grumbles, encouraged me to look beyond the first glance and look for the tiny bits of colors all around me. Trained in Expressionism, I love the spontaneous, wild movement of the brush stroke and the use of strong, vivid colors. I work primarily in acrylic but I also love to explore other mediums such as oils, watercolor and pen and ink. I studied at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and later became an early childhood educator. I learned the process of creating is more important than the final product. Later, I took that philosophy as I taught adult paint and sip classes in an Austin studio. I now live in Hunt County, Texas and I strive to encourage others to embrace the artist inside.

Upcoming Events

Greenville Art League monthly meetings occur on the first Tuesday of every month with art classes and other events occurring throughout the month. Check this list regularly to see details about our meetings, special events, contests, and art classes. 

January Monthly Meeting: Artist Mix & Mingle

Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: W. Walworth Harrison Library, 1 Lou Finney Ln, Greenville, TX 75401  
In January we will have an artist mix and mingle. Each guest will bring a few pieces of artwork to share for Show and Tell and have members vote on their favorite artwork. We will mix, mingle, and play games to get to know other members. We will also have some delicious snacks!
This meeting is free for Greenville Art League Members or $5 for non-members. Pay via cash or check at the door.

Watercolor Art Class: Painting Leaves and Plants

Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Location: Uptown Forum: Amy Hale Vocal Studio, 2610 Lee Street, Greenville, TX 75401
Explore creative techniques and learn to paint beautiful botanical subjects in this watercolor art class taught by Rachel Ingram. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts, this session focuses on capturing the delicate details of leaves and plants. In this class you will learn pressure-sensitive brush control, water control, mixing warm and cool greens, along with techniques for painting one-stroke leaves, two-stroke leaves, and solid wash leaves. All supplies included. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
$20 for Greenville Art League Members
$25 for non-members
Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the door. Ticket sales will close 2 days before the event.
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January Art Class: Punch Needle Coasters 

Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:15am - 1:00pm
Location: W. Walworth Harrison Library, 1 Lou Finney Ln, Greenville, TX 75401  
Rug Punch Needle crafting is fun and relatively easy. This class will be taught by professional fiber artist Mary Berry. Learn the basics and a few tips, tricks, and special stitches as you create little pictures that you can use as coasters! Mary will bring the Monks Cloth backing, a colorful selection of yarn, an embroidery hoop to hold your Monks Cloth tight, an Oxford punch needle for your use in class, and other miscellaneous supplies. You bring yourself and a desire to learn something new!
$20 for Greenville Art League members (Use coupon code GAL5 at checkout to receive your member discount).
$25 for non-members. 
Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the door.
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Watercolor Art Class: Painting a Lakeside Landscape

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Location: Uptown Forum: Amy Hale Vocal Studio, 2610 Lee Street, Greenville, TX 75401
Explore creative techniques and learn to paint a simple lakeside landscape in this watercolor art class taught by Rachel Ingram. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts, this session focuses on capturing the reflective serenity of trees near a lake. In this class you will learn water control, mixing warm and cool greens, creating gradient washes, the basics of atmospheric perspective, along with techniques for painting skies, mountains, trees and water. All supplies included. Recommended for ages 12 and up.
$20 for Greenville Art League Members
$25 for non-members
Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be available at the door. Ticket sales will close 2 days before the event. 
Buy Tickets to Painting a Lakeside Landscape

February Monthly Meeting: Photography with Tom Rice

Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: W. Walworth Harrison Library, 1 Lou Finney Ln, Greenville, TX 75401  
At our February monthly meeting we will meet photographer Tom Rice who will be sharing his art and his favorite photography methods. 
This meeting is free for Greenville Art League Members or $5 for non-members. Pay via cash or check at the door.

March Monthly Meeting: Oil Painting with Rachel Ingram

Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: W. Walworth Harrison Library, 1 Lou Finney Ln, Greenville, TX 75401  
At our March member meeting, Rachel Ingram will be providing a live oil painting demonstration. She will share her favorite painting methods, as well as tips on how to use oil paint without harsh solvents. If you love the look and effect of oil painting, but don't like the toxic smells, then you will want to check out this demonstration. 
This meeting is free for Greenville Art League Members or $5 for non-members. Pay via cash or check at the door.

Spring Art Show

March 12 through March 20, 2026
Location: W. Walworth Harrison Library, 1 Lou Finney Ln, Greenville, TX 75401  
Get ready for our spring art show! This show is currently in the planning stages. We are looking for volunteers for the following roles in order to make this show happen:
** Planning Committee
** Intake team (March 12)
** Set-up and Installation team (March 13)
** Breakdown team (March 20)
** Outreach and advertising team 

Please send an email to greenvilletxartleague@gmail.com or fill out the contact form below (at the bottom of this page) if you are interested in volunteering for any of these roles. 

Artist Spotlight

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We are looking for new members to showcase in our monthly artist spotlight. Click below to submit a request to be featured. 
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About Us

"Being creative is not a hobby, it's a way of life."

The Greenville Art League is comprised of members of various ages who work in a variety of art mediums and styles. Our group has both seasoned artists with impressive lists of accomplishments and beginning artists that are just getting started.
When you listen to the chatter among members at our  meetings and events, you will hear support, encouragement, and discussion on the latest art techniques, styles, and supplies.
We would love for you to be a part of this group as we teach and learn together. 
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The Greenville Art League is an inclusive space where artists and creatives of all ages and skill levels are supported, encouraged, and inspired. We bring the Hunt County community together through visual art, offering opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.
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