Laurel Art Guild
Founded in 1967, the Laurel Art Guild is a vibrant community of professional and emerging artists dedicated to advancing the visual arts in Laurel, Maryland. Through exhibitions, workshops, educational programs, plein air events, and community partnerships, the Guild creates opportunities for artists to connect, grow, and share their work. For decades, LAG has also supported the next generation of artists through Fine Arts scholarships for local graduating seniors.
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Upcoming at the Guild
Special Guest
Monday November 9, 2026
Montpelier Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel MD 20708.
7:00pm
After a short business meeting we will be treated to a demonstration of painting with pastel by Gonzalo Ruiz Navarro.
Mr. Navarro is a well-known local artist and art instructor. His work emphasizes the emotional power of color and movement and shows his passion for the capturing the effects of light. His award-winning work has been shown in galleries throughout Spain and in solo exhibitions in Spain, the U.S. and Pakistan.
He holds an MFA from the University of Valencia in Spain followed by further study at the Universities of Toledo and Alcala de Henares.
He also studied at the College of Doctors and Graduates and the Taller del Prado Academy, both in Madrid, Spain. Gonzalo has more than 25 years of teaching experience and has held management positions at several educational institutions. He currently teaches oil and pastel painting at the Yellow Barn in Glen Echo, Maryland.
“Boats in Castro Urdiales” oil, 24×24
“Weaver” oil, 40×30
Previously at the Guild
Monday, September 14, 2026
Member Art Critique with Abigail McBride
7-9pm at the Montpelier Art Center
9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel MD 20708.
Abigail McBride will critique member’s artwork during LAG’s first meeting of the year.
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Are you an artist looking to be part of a vibrant, creative community? The Laurel Art Guild welcomes you!
