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Montrose Center for the Arts
MCA is a non-profit 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization dedicated to engaging all citizens, artists and art enthusiasts by showcasing and nurturing the arts. MCA is operated by volunteers who offer their service in performing daily tasks and hosting the galleries and gift shop. Strategies for ongoing operations and maintenance are membership dues, fundraising events, class tuitions, art sales, rental of office suites and art walls and grant funding.
An Idea Is Born
Twelve area artists gathered to share ideas and discuss the future of art culture in Montrose. The discussion quickly centered on the need for quality space to house meetings, events, classes and exhibits for artists. The Montrose Center for the Arts (MCA) was formed and the journey began to create an art center. In May, 2019, the sought-after building became a reality that is the cultural gathering place for city of Montrose.
First Fridays & Showcasing Art
Each month, MCA features an artist, opening their exhibit with a reception on the first Friday of that month, our First Friday’s. The event, which includes food, wine, and music, is always well attended. Other downtown businesses also participate, staying open until 7 pm or later. Visitors may stroll Main Street, enjoying refreshments and entertainment.
President, Jodine Broscovak
Jodine received her art education at the Colorado Institute of Art, Denver, Colo., where she developed and conducted watercolor classes in the evening adult education program for a number of years. During this time, she maintained her career as an artist and teacher and was also employed by a Denver, Colo. Financial planning firm where she held positions as Office Manager and Field Life Insurance Underwriter for nearly 20 years. She has authored and published a biography and is a former member of Toastmasters. Jodine is a founding member, past president, and fundraiser chairman of the Cancer League of Colorado, Denver, Colo. She is a signature member of Western Colorado Watercolor Society, former president of the Montrose Visual Arts Guild, and founder and current president of Montrose Center for the Arts.
Vice President, Kathryn R. Burke
Kathryn (Kate) Burke has been involved in creative endeavors all her life, writing and making art from her early school years to the present. As the owner of San Juan Publishing Group, Inc., she has an impressive record of web design and publishing outstanding print and online publications including the San Juan Silver Stage, dedicated to promoting the arts since 1996. Kate holds a BA in Art and Social Sciences and has completed graduate work in marketing and economics. She taught art and design in the US and Spain, writes for national and regional publications, has authored several books, and hosted her own public radio show in Colorado, “Focus on the Arts.” Ms. Burke has served on various boards in Montrose and Ouray counties. Her work and volunteer endeavors support community and creativity: “This is my passion. I love working with people, helping them discover their own creativity, build success, and maintain the enthusiasm to carry it forward.”
Secretary, Jean Munro
Jean recently relocated to Montrose where she and her husband are exploring the beautiful Western Slope. As a painter in oils and pastels, she soon became a member of the Montrose Art Center (MCA) and the Montrose Visual Artists Guild (MVAG). Jean began painting while raising a family and working in the software industry in Massachusetts and coastal Maine. While living in Kittery Point, Maine, she served on the board of trustees of the Kittery Art Association and participated in many exhibits there. Jean’s work can be seen locally at MCA and other sites around the region. She also participates in regional art exhibits including the Delta Fine Arts/BCCC show at The Creamery in Hotchkiss and MCA’s members shows in Montrose.
Treasurer, Don Mace
After residing in Atlanta, GA from Montrose, CO Don chose to return to Montrose where in 1984 he began a thirty-year career with the Montrose County School District as Payroll Coordinator. He presently continues his association with the District by substituting upon request. Don was introduced to MCA by his wife, Maggie, a founder of Montrose Center for the Arts. His skill in sales tracking, payroll and general treasury duties are valued at MCA. Don and Maggie enjoy hiking in beautiful Colorado.
Director, Virginia Blackstock
Virginia is a professional watercolorist who has had her paintings published in five watercolor books and three art magazines. She has also been featured in 60 five-month long solo shows in three states. Her 17’ x 40’ mural (in downtown Delta, Colo.) honors the Cattlemen of Delta County. She has taught watercolor and drawing workshops for over 25 years. Virginia holds a National Signature Membership in 13 states, and a Master Painter designation in one. She has been listed annually in Who’s Who in American Art since 2001 and in 2018 Marquis Who’s Who honored her with a Lifetime Achievement Award. She has been an advisor and director to the MCA board of directors for the past four years.
Director, Pat Brown
Pat has been a Montrosian for the past 16 years. She is an artist and has served as a board member for Montrose Visual Arts Guild and coordinated the guild’s annual art show for several more years. Pat and her husband, Bob, are former owners of the Around the Corner Art Gallery in Montrose, where for seven years, their focus was on the promotion of local artists through exhibitions, art sales, and classes. Pat serves on the board of Public Art Experience (PAX), which represents the acquisition of sculptures on Main Street in Montrose, Colo. She is also on the “Save the Sculptures” committee for downtown. Pat is an active volunteer in assisting MCA in the establishment of an art center.
Director, Sandy Martin
Sandra is a fiber, gourd, and felting artist. She is a basket maker and prefers to create in sculptural form rather than in traditional style. She is also a gourd artist by extending the art form into combinations of gourds and basketmaking techniques. Felted pieces are also treated in this same manner. After relocating to Montrose, Colo. from California, Sandra has continued her membership in the Bay Area Basket Makers Guild. She is a current member of the San Juan Weavers Guild and serves as a board director of Montrose Center for the Arts.
Director, Margaret Kaufmann
MCA is staffed and managed by an all-volunteer team. Board members assume key positions and MCA-member volunteers maintain the Gallery and Gift Shop on a rotating basis. To sign up, volunteer, or help, call or contact Jodine Broscovak.
| MCA Executive Director, Jodine Broscovak |
Education Coordinator, Jodine Broscovak |
Gift Shop Manager, Nancy Shorter |
Gallery Director, Pat Brown |
| 1st Friday Coordinator Secret Greenfield |
Website Design, Social Media, Kate Burke |
HeArt Box Project, Sandy Martin |
Board Advisor, Bob Brown |
| Newsletter Position Open |
Event Coordinator Position Open |
Volunteer Coordinator Position Open |
Bookkeeping, Terry Gable Profit Engineers |
Call or contact Jodine Broscovak
for rates and information.
Call or contact Jodine Broscovak
for rates and information.
Call or contact Jodine Broscovak
for rates and information.