Upper Valley Art League

Upper Valley Art League The Upper Valley Art League is a membership-based nonprofit arts organization dedicated to teaching,
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The Upper Valley Art League is a membership-based nonprofit arts organization dedicated to teaching, preserving and inspiring the arts in the RGV. For additional information about UVAL, its classes, events and exhibitions, visit the website at uppervalleyartleague.org or call 956-591-0282. Please call and confirm that the gallery is open before coming.

Know your Texas Trivia?Nature & Wildlife• State Flower: Bluebonnet (adopted in 1901)— specifically Lupinus texensis and ...
06/10/2026

Know your Texas Trivia?
Nature & Wildlife
• State Flower: Bluebonnet (adopted in 1901)— specifically Lupinus texensis and other native varieties
• State Bird: Northern mockingbird (adopted in 1927)
• State Tree: Pecan (adopted in 1919)
• State Large Mammal: Texas Longhorn
• State Small Mammal: Nine-banded armadillo
• State Insect: Monarch butterfly
Food & Agriculture
• State Dish: Chili
• State Snack: Tortilla chips and salsa (adopted in 2003)
• State Fruit: Texas red grapefruit
• State Bread: Pan de Campo
• State Cobbler: Peach cobbler
Culture & Icons
• State Sport: Rodeo
• State Footwear: Cowboy boot
• State Hat: Cowboy hat
• State Gem: Texas blue topaz
Colors
• Blue, white, and red (adopted in 1933)
• Blue= loyalty
• White= purity
• Red= bravery
Motto
"Friendship" (adopted in 1930). It reflects the origin of the state's name. The word "Texas" comes from the Caddo Indian word taysha, which means friends or allies.

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Need a little inspiration for this exhibition?Examples of subject matter related to this exhibition include:State flag, ...
06/10/2026

Need a little inspiration for this exhibition?
Examples of subject matter related to this exhibition include:
State flag, flowers, nature, bird, state theme parks and nature parks, food, festivals, sports,colors, destinations, historical buildings, events, concerts, traditions and all things that represent our great state.

uppervalleyartleague.org
921 E. 12th Street • Mission, Texas
(956) 591-0282

Looking for something creative for your kids to do? Check out our Youth Summer Workshops. We offer a variety of unique a...
06/03/2026

Looking for something creative for your kids to do? Check out our Youth Summer Workshops. We offer a variety of unique and fun programs. If you have questions, inquiries, desires to assist, etc, please contact Veronica Lucas at UVAL, (956) 591-0282

uppervalleyartleague.org
921 E. 12th Street • Mission, Texas
(956) 591-0282

Last Chance to Experience the Black & White Exhibit! 🖤🤍Don't miss your final opportunity to explore this stunning collec...
05/26/2026

Last Chance to Experience the Black & White Exhibit! 🖤🤍
Don't miss your final opportunity to explore this stunning collection of monochromatic artistry. Join us before the exhibit closes and experience the beauty, emotion, and inspiration that only black and white can capture.

uppervalleyartleague.org
921 E. 12th Street • Mission, Texas
956-591-0282

Roots & Radiance ExhibitChris Leonard & Alexis Ramos are looking for South Texas College alumni, current students, curre...
05/25/2026

Roots & Radiance Exhibit
Chris Leonard & Alexis Ramos are looking for South Texas College alumni, current students, current faculty and former faculty to participate in a show collaborating with Upper Valley Art League. This is a legacy exhibition hoping to highlight the wonderful works our current, former students and faculty are making.

This is a group exhibition celebrating students both past, present and the mentors who light the fires and stoke the flames of art. For additional information please contact Chris Leonard [email protected] or Alexis Ramos [email protected] for details on submissions, guidelines and forms.
A $5 fee per participating artist ensures up to 3 submissions.

Eligibility:
• All artwork must be original work. ( No copyright characters or images)
• Must be or have been a student at South Texas College Art Department
• Must teach or have Taught at South Texas College Art Department.
• Participants may submit a total of three Artworks. (Up to one tryptic)
• Submission due date May 31, 2026

UVAL will hold its annual summer art program. We will offer 14 classes/workshops to children and youth ages 8-14. Regist...
05/19/2026

UVAL will hold its annual summer art program. We will offer 14 classes/workshops to children and youth ages 8-14. Registrations have begun. Classes run July 7-31, followed by a children’s exhibit Saturday afternoon, August 1.

If you have questions, inquiries, desires to assist, etc, please contact Veronica Lucas at UVAL, (956) 591-0282

uppervalleyartleague.org
921 E. 12th Street • Mission, Texas
(956) 591-0282

Join us for the opening reception of our first ever Black & White Art Exhibition... an evening where contrast, texture, ...
05/02/2026

Join us for the opening reception of our first ever Black & White Art Exhibition... an evening where contrast, texture, and creativity take center stage.
🖤 Experience powerful works that prove color isn’t needed to make a statement.
🤍 Meet artists, connect with the community, and immerse yourself in a unique visual journey.

📍 Today ⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

uppervalleyartleague.org
921 E. 12th Street • Mission, Texas
956-591-0282

The UVAL Black and White Art Exhibit shall adhere to monochrome, allowing only black, white, and shades of gray. Partici...
04/25/2026

The UVAL Black and White Art Exhibit shall adhere to monochrome, allowing only black, white, and shades of gray. Participating artists must be current members of UVAL with paid membership dues. Submissions must be original, professionally finished, and ready to hang with secure wire or be displayed appropriately on a pedestal or easel.

Key Guidelines:
• Color Palette Restrictions: The work must be strictly black and white and/or grayscale; no color splashes or color on the actual art.

• Medium & Content: All visual media (photography, painting, drawing, ceramics, fiber arts, mixed media, etc.) is accepted, provided it adheres to the monochrome theme.

• Preparation & Framing: Mats/Frames: Generally, mats and frames should be black, white, or gray as to not distract from the art; colored mats and frames are permissible only if it enhances the art and meets with the approval of the curator/s.

• Display: All artwork must be gallery-ready to hang and/or display in a professional manner.

Thank you.

We are encouraging artists who display their work with glass or plexiglass to email a digital image to UVAL. Once displa...
04/22/2026

We are encouraging artists who display their work with glass or plexiglass to email a digital image to UVAL. Once displayed in a frame, there is enormous glare which makes it difficult to take a picture in the gallery. If the art is chosen for display in the
newsletter or the newspaper or on our website or social media platforms, the digital image can be used with greater clarity.

uppervalleyartleague.org
921 E. 12th Street • Mission, Texas
956-591-0282

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921 E. 12th Street
Mission, TX
78572

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Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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+19565910282

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