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The Mobile Arts Council is delighted to present our September artists, Gary Brady and Ginger Woechan. Gary Brady is a contemporary realist painter originating from right here in Mobile. Inspired by the places he has lived and traveled, as well as the people and cultures that influenced his evolution, Brady’s paintings are rich with influence. Drawing his creative lens from the landscapes, cultures, and communities from the Gulf Coast and beyond. Each environment leaves a visual imprint on his work. His ability to absorb and reinterpret these experiences allows him to create compositions that feel immersive- capturing not just a subject, but the atmosphere and energy surrounding it. Ginger Woechan is a professional artist, art instructor and therapist, muralist, live painter and contemporary artist, reiki practitioner, and the dancing queen of Mobile. Having grown up around her artist mother and great grandfather, Ginger has always felt like she was raised to be an artist. Her style is heavily influenced by the Impressionist movement, specifically Van Gogh. Throughout her inner quest, Ginger has found herself always painting and loving Mobile. Mobile has shown her a lot of love that has lit the way, for which she is forever grateful. Her exhibition So Mobile is a visual manifestation of that love. Join us for the opening reception on September 11th, 2026 during ArtWalk. The exhibit will be open for free public viewing from September 2, 2026 through September 30, 2026. MAC's gallery is open Tuesday through Friday, 11 AM - 5 PM, and Saturday, 11 AM - 2 PM.

Congratulations to our August Organization Member of the Month Spring Hill College!

Congratulations to our August Artist Member of the Month, Sabah Siddiqui

The Mobile Arts Council (MAC) is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 Members’ Show, during our Members Appreciation Night celebration on August 14th at the Gallery @ Room 1927. More than 800 visitors poured through the doors to experience an evening of art, music, and community. This year’s exhibition was juried by Eastern Shore Art Center 's very own Administrative Specialist, Kayla Dean and Community Outreach Director, Lindsey Lawrence who selected the following award recipients: Best in Show: Elsa Payton for The Keeper 2nd Place: Frank Vogtner for I Am a Puzzle, II 3rd Place: Daniel Smith for Call Someone Who Cares Members’ Choice: Patrick Hurley for Resolve: Rise and Fall Dempsey & Litchfield Award: Gwenn Ainsworth for Last Harbor Honorable Mentions: Nancy Goodman for Children's Corner & Wayne McNeil for Short Parade The Members’ Show will remain on view through the end of the month at the Gallery @ Room 1927, offering the public an opportunity to experience these award-winning works in person. The night’s success would not have been possible without the support of the community. MAC extends its gratitude to Greer’s St. Louis Market for providing delicious refreshments, to The Bassment Music who kept the streets alive with their unique sound all night long, to our friends at The Exploreum for sharing their reptilian pals, and to Miss Jess's Face & Body Painting , Flowers of the Bay, The Lotus Belly Dancers , along with all of our wonderful volunteers for making it a night to remember. Once again, Mobile has proven its love for the arts — and MAC is grateful for every member, guest, vendor, and patron who makes celebrations like this possible.

Congratulations to our July Organization Member of the Month Innovation Portal

Congratulations to Vanessa Quintana, our Mobile Arts Council July Artist Member of the Month!

Mobile Arts Council Annual Members' Show

Apply today to be a muralist in Mobile's inaugural mural festival, MobTown Mural Fest!

Apply now for the 2026 MAC Member’s Show! Submit artwork by June 1st for a chance to win awards. Join us for the ArtWalk reception!