The Medina County Art League will present a member exhibition at Summit Art Space in Akron, running from May 14 through July 11, 2026. The show will be held in the Intersections gallery, offering participating artists an opportunity to share their work with a broader regional audience. Submission Details Current members of the Medina County Art League, as of March 1, 2026, are eligible to submit one original piece. Both two-dimensional and three-dimensional works are accepted in any medium, provided they meet presentation standards. Artwork must be the artist’s own concept and execution; reproductions, including giclées, are not permitted. Framing and installation requirements apply, including the use of wire and D-rings for hanging, and all work must be in clean, professional condition. Three-dimensional pieces must be suitable for transport through standard doorways and elevators. Artists planning to exhibit are asked to contact Kathy Stokes-Shafer in advance at kflow99@gmail.com . This initial outreach helps organizers assess the number and scale of submitted works. Summit Art Space will then issue an official consignment form via JotForm, which must be completed to finalize participation. Artists are also asked to tape a copy of the label at the bottom of the document attached below to the back of their artwork. Artwork drop-off is scheduled for Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. An additional drop-off window is available on Tuesday, April 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for those unable to attend the weekend times. Pickup will take place on July 13, 2026. For artists who cannot transport their work to Akron, assistance is available. Coordinated drop-off and return will be arranged through a designated meeting point at Buehler’s parking lot on the same dates. Interested participants should contact Kathy Stokes-Shafer directly to make arrangements. Gallery Dates An opening reception will be held on May 14 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Gallery hours during the exhibition will be Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. There is no entry fee and no awards associated with this exhibition. Sales will be managed by Summit Art Space, with a 30% commission applied to all transactions. For additional information or coordination, artists may contact Kathy Stokes-Shafer via email or by phone at 216-496-3178.

The Medina County Art League will be hosting a 3-day overnight art tour this June. Join us Tuesday – Thursday, June 16 – 18, 2026! We will depart from the Regal Cinema parking lot in Medina at 7:30 am, and will return to same location at 10 pm on the 18th. Package Features Great Day! Tours pre-departure package   with itineraries, baggage tags, & name tags Roundtrip transportation  aboard a fully equipped deluxe motorcoach 2 nights of hotel accommodations  in the Chadds Ford, PA area (Hilton, Marriott, or similar property) with breakfast each morning 3 additional meals Admissions to Longwood Gardens  – One of the world’s premier horticultural display gardens, showcasing more than 10,000 species and varieties of plants spread out across more than 1,100 acres. Brandywine Museum of Art  – Discover an outstanding collection of American art housed in a 19th-century mill with a dramatic steel and glass addition overlooking the banks of the Brandywine River. Your group’s visit will include: Guided Museum Tour:  Your group can choose a tour of the museum’s general highlights and collection, a tour focused on the Wyeth family of artists, or a tour of the museum’s special exhibitions. N.C. Wyeth House & Studio Tour:  In 1911, with the proceeds from his illustrations for Treasure Island , N.C. Wyeth purchased 18 acres of land in the village of Chadds Ford where he built his house and studio. Here he set down roots, which have nourished a family of extraordinary creativity for more than a century. Through this experience, your group will get to know the Wyeth family more intimately, discovering how it all began. Andrew Wyeth Studio Tour:  Andrew Wyeth painted many of his most important works of art in his Chadds Ford studio between 1940 and 2008, inspired by the people, architecture, and landscapes of Chadds Ford. Extremely private during his lifetime, this tour will give your group a truly unique opportunity to see where he once lived and worked. Self-Guided Exploration of the Galleries, Gardens, and Gift Shop:  Enjoy free time to wander through the rest of the museum at your group’s leisure. Overnight Tour Pricing Tour price is $695 based on double occupancy. Total is payable upon sign up as we are near the trip date. Please call or email Cheryl Sturgeon to sign up or more details or questions. Important Details Add $170 for each passenger in a single / Deduct $56 for each passenger in a triple. The balance is due at sign up. Direct any questions to Cheryl Sturgeon. csturgeo@neo.rr.com All payments will be made to the Medina County Art League

Bridget D Ginley, recipient of the MCAL scholarship in 1989, is an artist in Cleveland, Ohio. Born in 1970, she attended Kent State School of Art, earning a BFA in Painting ( 1989 -1993 ) and a MFA in Curatorial Studies ( 1999-2002 ). She has owned and operated several galleries in the Tremont, Ohio City and various spaces in downtown Cleveland. Her professional endeavors include Admissions Recruiter for the School of Visual Arts in NYC, Cleveland Institute of Art and Virginia Marti, art juror for National Scholastics Portfolio Competition and Regional Manager of the Progressive Collection.  Her works have been exhibited at the Maria Neil Gallery, the V & A Gallery at 78th Street Studios, Waterloo Arts, Lorain Community College, Studio  2091 in Akron, Akron Soul Train, Zygote Press, Spaces, Cleveland State, Case Western Reserve University, the Cleveland Botanical Garden, the Dead Horse Gallery and the Barth Galleries in Tremont. Her last position was for Cedar Point as a seasonal decor artist. Currently she is a mixed media artist exploring her old photographs in reverse gel printing , solar and cyanotype printing.

Art Fair Medina County 52nd Annual Art Art in the Park July 19, 2026 10am-5pm Courthouse Square in Medina, Ohio Set in Medina's charming Courthouse Square, artists' exhibits are arranged around the park's gazebo, the central focus of the historic Public Square Area. Spend the day perusing artists' paintings, sculptures, photos and other works, and grab lunch at one of the local eateries. Hopefully, you'll find a favorite piece for that empty wall you've been meaning to fill! Apply Here Volunteer Timeline January 1, 2026 - Registration Opens March 30, 2026 - Registration Closes April 20, 2026 - Final Jury Decisions Week of April 20, 2026 - Artists notified by way of email June 1, 2026 - BOOTH FEE DEADLINE Early July - Welcome packet emailed. Includes artist parking, welcome letter, final instructions, and program with placement assignment July 18, 2026, 6 pm - Artists Setup Day (scholarship donations can be submitted) July 19, 202,6 6 am - Artists Setup Day (scholarship donations can be submitted at registration booth, refreshments available) July 19, 2026, 10 am to 5 pm - Day of Show (scholarship donations ready for pickup by 8:30 a.m. or submitted by 9:00 a.m.) Artist Responsibility The artist is required to be on-site throughout the show. No dealers or agents are permitted. Artists are responsible for setting up their display with appropriate weather protection, keeping space free of clutter, and may not start tearing down before 5 pm. We strictly enforce booth tear-down! Sales tax is the artist's responsibility. The current Medina County sales tax is 6.75%. Sales tax rates are available at www.taxes.ohio.gov , select Ohio Taxes, Sales & Use, and then Tax Rates and Changes. All artists should carry liability insurance in case of damage to their artwork or booth. Exhibit Spaces Approximately 140 artist exhibit spaces are available this year. Standard spaces are 10' wide x 10' deep and should not extend outside those dimensions. Booths should also be set back 5’ from the sidewalk. Space between booths will be determined by the number of booths entered into the show. If you need more space, please consider purchasing a double space. A limited number of double spaces are available. Tents must be fire-resistant rated, and the corners must be weighted with a minimum of 25 lbs. GENERATORS, STAKES, OR GROUND COVER ARE NOT PERMITTED! The use of any material to alter the park ground, including but not limited to mulch, pallets, carpet, or otherwise, is strictly prohibited PER THE CITY OF MEDINA. Artists are responsible for the maintenance and clean-up of their space. Support Services Refreshments, signage, free parking, overnight security, booth sitters, set up assistance (Scout Troops) for transporting booth contents to/from vehicles (donations are encouraged). Statewide advertising will also be provided by the art league, in local and regional newspapers, on the internet, on the radio, on street signs, etc. Volunteers assisting artists are not liable for any damage to the artists' property during Art in the Park. Art Scholarship Donations Each artist is KINDLY ENCOURAGED to donate one item of your work to the MCAL Art Scholarship Booth. Monetary donations are also accepted. Artists can leave donations at the registration table during Saturday evening setup, or have it ready Sunday morning by 8:30 a.m. for pick-up by a member of the Art in the Park Committee. All proceeds will be awarded to graduating Medina County high school seniors continuing their art education in college. ART in the PARK ARCHIVES 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019

Artists in and around Medina County Ohio meet, exhibit their artwork and host the annual Medina Art Show TRIP OPPORTUNITY Blooms & Brandywine Overnight Tour 3-Day Tour in Spring 2026 View Details Sign Up From the original Picket Fence Show to the Art In The Park of today. Artists of Medina County Ohio join to promote the arts. Every summer we sponsor Art in the Park, an outdoor festival of the arts. Our Next Monthly Meeting April 2026 – Bridget Ginley Bridget D Ginley, recipient of the MCAL scholarship in 1989, is an artist in Cleveland, Ohio. Born in 1970, she attended Kent State School of Art, earning a BFA in Painting ( 1989 -1993 ) and a MFA in Curatorial Studies ( 1999-2002 ). She has owned and operated several galleries in the Tremont, Ohio City and various spaces in downtown Cleveland. Her professional endeavors include Admissions Recruiter for the School of Visual Arts in NYC, Cleveland Institute of Art and Virgini 1 min read Read More See Full Schedule MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Member discounts on MCAL Workshops Free subscription to the MCAL newsletter "Drawing Attention" Relationship building with other MCAL Members Monthly Instruction and Demos at the Membership General Meeting Opportunities to show your work at various local venues. Opportunities to show your work at Art in the Park and Aquarius Learn How to Join Medina County Art League Objectives To promote the education, exploration, awareness, and development of visual arts. To promote group and community interest in, and appreciation of the arts. To sponsor and/or provide opportunities for art shows, exhibits, and community projects.

Monthly Meetings General Membership Meetings are held on the 4th Monday of each month from September to May at the Root Candle Community Room in Medina, Ohio. Visitors are always welcome. Please check our home page for meeting information and links. Meetings begin at 7:00 pm with general business followed by refreshments. A speaker, chosen from the art community then presents a short message of inspiration or sometimes even a demo. Join us on the fourth Monday of each month EXCEPT the May and March meetings which are the third Monday, and December in which there is no meeting due to the holidays. Upcoming & Recent Events April 2026 – Bridget Ginley Bridget D Ginley, recipient of the MCAL scholarship in 1989, is an artist in Cleveland, Ohio. Born in 1970, she attended Kent State School of Art, earning a BFA in Painting ( 1989 -1993 ) and a MFA in Curatorial Studies ( 1999-2002 ). She has owned and operated several galleries in the Tremont, Ohio City and various spaces in downtown Cleveland. Her professional endeavors include Admissions Recruiter for the School of Visual Arts in NYC, Cleveland Institute of Art and Virgini March 2026 - Brian Shellito Akron artist Brian Shellito will conduct a critique session for MCAL members on Monday, March 23 at 7 pm at Root Community Room. Not only is he an instructor of Visual Communication and Design at Kent State University, he brings a wealth of experience and a wide history of exhibitions and awards. A freelance illustrator since graduating from the University of Nebraska with degrees in painting, biology, and art history, he is a plein air painter as well as editorial cartoonis September 2023 Monthly Members Meeting: Carole Pollard Artist-quilter Carole Pollard says, “Ideas excite me. Beauty inspires me. I wanted to be an artist from childhood, but made my living... Full 2025–2026 Timetable Month Speaker Description Date September Jim Laughlin Geometric abstracts 09/22/2025 October Kayla Billings Ink drawings 10/27/2025 November Gwen Waight Assemblages 11/24/2025 January (CANCELED) Member Show and Tell 01/26/2026 February Dave Derrig Wadsworth HS art teacher 02/23/2026 March Critique with Brian Shellito 03/23/2026 March Scholarship awards 03/23/2026 April Bridget Ginley 1980s scholarship winner 04/27/2026 May Cara Romano Compositions in watercolor, ink, and oil. 05/18/2026 June Member Picnic 06/29/2026