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Calendar of Events
Upcoming Events
Holiday Market
Currently in the rear of our Gallery. Come shop special gifts made by local artists.
Where Dreams go to Roam
Where Dreams go to Roam is the December Exhibit at the Plano Art Association Gallery.
Hours
Closed Mon/Tues Wed/Thurs: 12 - 5PM
. Fri/Sat: 11AM - 8PM Sun: 12 - 6PM
Downtown Plano Art & Culture Quest Dec 2025
Come on over to McCall Plaza each 1st Saturday to experience the rich culture offered by the Downtown Plano Art District. This free event is a perfect opportunity to explore Plano from a fresh perspective. There is plenty of parking downtown and the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) stops at the Downtown Plano station, just steps away from McCall Plaza.
Where Dreams Go to Roam: Artist's Reception and Awards Presentation
The public is invited to PAA Gallery to attend the Artist’s reception and Awards presentation to close out this exhibit. Refreshments will be served. This event is free to attend.
Downtown Plano Art & Culture Quest Jan 2026
Come on over to McCall Plaza each 1st Saturday to experience the rich culture offered by the Downtown Plano Art District. This free event is a perfect opportunity to explore Plano from a fresh perspective. There is plenty of parking downtown and the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) stops at the Downtown Plano station, just steps away from McCall Plaza.
“125 Show 2025: Revisited” Exhibition
On January 7th, The Plano Art Association Gallery opens our “125 Revisited” Exhibition. This exhibit brings together original work created by North Texas artists who live or work within a 125 radius of Plano.
Further information to be announced.
Member Meeting: Holiday Party 2025
December 9th, 6:30 to 8:30 PM, is our holiday member meeting. See you there!
Art Exchange: Bring a small, wrapped personal art piece (2D or 3D) to “gift” another member. Should be 4”x4” or smaller.
Paint “And Then…”: A fun activity for the whole group. We’ll start with a blank canvas. Our first artist draws/paints for 2 minutes… “and then” hands off to the next artist, and so on. We’ll see where our art story takes us!
Art for All: Artist's Reception and Awards Presentation
The public is invited to PAA Gallery to attend the Artist’s reception and Awards presentation to close out this exhibit. Refreshments will be served. This event is free to attend.
"Art for All" Exhibition
Art for All is an exhibition that shows that investing in art is for everyone. All 72 pieces in this show are priced at a range, all under $300. During this event, you can cast your vote in-person for your favorite art piece. Winner to be revealed at the reception!
Downtown Plano Art & Culture Quest Nov 2025
Come on over to McCall Plaza each 1st Saturday to experience the rich culture offered by the Downtown Plano Art District. This free event is a perfect opportunity to explore Plano from a fresh perspective. There is plenty of parking downtown and the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) stops at the Downtown Plano station, just steps away from McCall Plaza. This event is coordinated in conjunction with the Downtown Plano Arts District. Free for members and the public.
"The Artist Within" with David Downs
How do we, as photographers, find our own voice? Join David Downs to learn the key steps to refind and filter the noise and hear your true artistic voice.
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
A Woman's Perspective Featuring PAA Photographer Gaby Pruitt
Artist Reception
Saturday, April 26th
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
NTTPA Theater 2nd Floor of The Shops of Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., Plano
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
2025 "Bring It On" - Rising To the Occasion
You are invited to this FREE Art Show featuring Local Artists!
Now through May 10th at the Plano Art Association Gallery
Monday - Thursday, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday & Saturday, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The Shops at Willow Bend
6121 W. Park Blvd., A218
PAST EVENTS
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April 2023
Art & Culture Quest
April 6, 2024 | 12:00 - 3:00 PM
McCall Plaza, Downtown Plano
998 E. 15th Street, Plano, TX 75074
Come on over to McCall Plaza each 1st Saturday to experience the rich culture offered by the Downtown Plano Art District. This free event is a perfect opportunity to explore Plano from a fresh perspective. There is plenty of parking downtown and the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) stops at the Downtown Plano station, just steps away from McCall Plaza.
How It Works:
Stop by the Plano Art Association table at McCall Plaza to pick up a map
Mingle with local artists and browse the pop-up art shops and downtown art installations
Stroll along the authentic brick street as you discover exciting art retailers and galleries
Explore the eclectic collection of downtown shops, boutiques, coffee shops & restaurants
Seek the more than one dozen restored historic homes and a wide offering of museums
Wind down and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of Haggard Park
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Friday Night Lights & Shadows
April 5, 12, 19, 26 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Collin College Plano Campus - Building A, Rm 183
2800 E Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX 75074
Each Friday night we hire a model and stage a single long pose so you have lots of time you to finish your masterpiece! We encourage you to come early to get a good spot. We are open to the public and anyone is welcome by signing up for free on meetup.com. Be aware we may feature a nude model on some nights. You must be 18 years or older.
The fee is $20 per session to cover the cost of the studio and the models. Please be aware we can only accept cash. We offer a student rate of $10 to students registered in art classes in colleges and universities in the area.
Please bring your own supplies, paint, drawing implements, canvas, etc. The class room will have easels, tables and sinks to wash up.
At the end of the session, please be sure and take everything with you and help us by throwing away any trash.
Directions:
From 75 (Central) exit Spring Creek Pkwy EAST to Jupiter Road. Take a RIGHT on Jupiter road and then a LEFT at the second turn to enter West Collin College Campus. Turn RIGHT at the large "COUGAR TENNIS" sign to reach Building A and park on the right. Class room A183 is just inside on the right.
Attendance Fee:
$20.00 / $10.00 Student (Cash only)
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Member Meeting
April 23, 2024 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Sam Johnson Rec Center, Rm #3
401 W 16th St, Plano, TX 75075
Join us at the next PAA Membership Meeting. This will be an “Art Share” and we will provided details about our upcoming “125 Show.” Bring your current project to share and for feedback from the group.
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SEPTEMBER 2023
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting: September 26 at the Sam Johnson Recreation Center 6:30 - 8:30 ART MARKETING Presentation by Julia Beaton & Jose Angel Hernandez
Exhibitions
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk
Calls for Entry
Landscape Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk
OCTOBER 2023
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting - October 24th at the Sam Johnson Recreation Center 6:30 - 8:30 ART SHARE!
Exhibitions
Global Reflections Art Exhibition
Land & Sea Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea (October-late November)
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk - October 19, 2023, 5:00 - 8:00
Calls for Entry
Holidays & Winter Days Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
NOVEMBER 2023
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting
Exhibitions
Winter Whimsy Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea (Late November - January)
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk
Calls for Entry
Theme TBD Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
JANUARY 2024
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting: featuring a member’s art share
Exhibitions
Winter Whimsy Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea (Late November - January)
FEBRUARY 2024
Meetings
2/27 PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting: Featuring artist Kay Byfield in an informative talk about Design 6:30-8:30
Exhibitions
Faces, Figures, People, Portraits - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea (February - March)
Calls for Entry
Theme TBD Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
MARCH 2024
Meetings
PAA Monthly Members’ Meeting
Exhibitions
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
Downtown Plano Art & Wine Walk
3/23/24 Texas Forever Festival in Downtown Plano
Calls for Entry
Theme TBD Mini Art Show - Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea