Women's Art Association of Hamilton - WAAH

Working to advance women in art since 1894!

The Women's Art Association of Hamilton (WAAH) provides a venue for women artists and art lovers to share their appreciation of visual arts in a mutually supportive atmosphere. We welcome you to become involved in our association as an active member and to share your talents, knowledge and expertise by joining one of our committees and by being a volunteer at one of our events.

As an association of artists and art supporters, we are excited to offer various events throughout the year. Our members have opportunities to hear from a variety of guest speakers and artists, attend workshops, visit galleries, participate in exhibitions, excursions and social events. Our members enjoy six monthly “Art Talks” at the Art Gallery of Hamilton, on the third Thursday of the month, at 1:00 pm.

We provide opportunities for networking and expanding your artistic horizons. We inform you on what is going on in our art community and pass on calls for other exhibition opportunities.

Our members receive discounts at local art supply stores and AGH Membership.

On this website you can read our latest newsletter, that is issued quarterly. Members may also display up to six images of their artwork, along with their personal bio on our "Members' Gallery".

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WAAH 127th Juried Exhibition - Perception

Where: The Art Gallery of Hamilton - 123 King St W, Hamilton ON L8P 4S8
When: May. 19, 2023 @ 11:30 AM

Perception is one of the most fundamental aspects of human communication. It is a way of regarding, of understanding or of interpreting the world around us. As artists, we respond to sensory information by translating our impressions into works of art.

“Though we see the same world, we see it through different eyes.” ~ Virginia Woolf

On exhibit at The Art Gallery of Hamilton - 123 King St W, Hamilton ON L8P 4S8 from April 15, to June 25, 2023. For more information about viewing the show contact: francamarazia@gmail.com

WAAH Crafternoons

Where: 270 Sherman Ave. N
When: Jun. 8, 2023 @ 1:00 PM

WAAH members are invited to join us on the first Thursday of each month from 1:00 to 3:00 pm for "Crafternoons" in the CoWork space on the third floor at the Cotton Factory.

These sessions may require a small materials fee depending on the project and supplies needed. Please check each month to see what we are doing! Come out for an afternoon of fun - and conversation.

We try to provide a wide range of craft or art projects and have offered paper quilling - an ancient craft, Mandalas, still life drawing, collage, and others.

WAAH IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

Where: 270 Sherman Ave. N
When: May. 1, 2023 @ 10:00 AM

WAAH is looking for volunteers to assist in various capacities. If you are interested in helping out, want to learn new skills – or just want to know more please contact any one of the current board members.

There are opportunities for many different skill sets including communications/publicity, social events, workshops, trips/tours etc. Working on a committee is a great way to get to know more people and be involved in making the organization more vibrant and relevant in the Hamilton community.

I hope you will consider being part of the team. Please think about putting yours – or someone else’s name forward. If you are not sure – or have questions give me a call – we can meet for a coffee and discuss the options.

Karen Logan, President/Treasurer - treasurer@waah.ca

Our Fragile Environment - Exhibition

Where: Dundas Museum and Archives - 139 Park St. W., Dundas
When: Apr. 22, 2023 @ 8:16 PM

Join member, Karen Logan as she presents a series of work depicting the beauty and diversity of species unique to the Hamilton area using Chinese Brush Painting techniques and materials. By combining her love of nature and science, her knowledge of the threats that climate change is bringing, with her art, she hopes this exhibition will help to raise awareness of Hamilton’s wonderful biodiversity.