This is a duplicate of the notice sent by mail to all members. You do not have to be a member to attend this meeting, however you cannot vote if you are not a member.
VERMONT WATERCOLOR SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, November 19, 2006
11:30 AM-4 PM
Location: Three Stallion Inn, 665 Stock Farm Rd. Randolph, Vermont 05060
1-800-424-5575 www.threestallioninn.com
Cost: $26.00 per person
Directions: From Burlington, Vermont:
Mileage: 60 miles
Take I-89S to exit 4 towards Randolph. Take a right off of the interstate ramp and follow for 2 miles. Turn left onto stock farm road and follow .5 miles.
From Rutland, Vermont:
Take Route 4 east for 10 miles. Take a slight left onto VT-100 and follow for 10 miles. Turn right onto VT 107 and follow for 10 miles. Take a left onto Main Street which is VT 12 and follow for 8 miles stay straight and go onto Central St. VT-66. Take a right on Stock Farm Road and follow for .5 miles.
From White River Junction, Vermont:
Mileage: 32 miles
Take I-89N and follow for 27 miles. Take exit 4 towards Randolph. Go left off of the interstate ramp and follow for 2 miles. Turn left onto Stock Farm Road and follow .5 miles.
Agenda: (subject to change as needed) The time of arrival and departure will remain the same unless the membership wishes to extend discussion to 4:30
11:30 AM: Arrive, check in coffee, drinks
12 PM: Luncheon and Society Business, Elections
1 PM: Break
1:15 PM Dessert- By-Laws changes-discussion and voting
2 PM Program: “Who Are We and Where are We Going”- a Panel presentation and discussion
4-(4:30) PM end
OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION as required by the by-laws:
Proposed changes to Vermont Watercolor Society By-Laws:
Article II: Purpose
As written:
(1) To maintain and extend appreciation of Vermont Watercolor Artists and the art of Watercolor painting in the State of Vermont.
(2) To further the exhibition and education of fine Watercolor Artists in Vermont.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
(1) To maintain and extend appreciation of Watercolor Artists and the art of Watercolor painting .
(2)To further the exhibition and education of fine Watercolor Artists.
AS WRITTEN:
Article III MEMBERSHIP
Artist members must maintain a residence in Vermont.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
Artists may reside in any state, region or country
Article IV OFFICERS:
Original language:
(1) All elected officers of VWS must be legal (full time) residents of the State of Vermont.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
(1) All elected officers may be from any state, region or country.
Article V: ELECTION OF OFFICERS
ADDENDUM:
Anyone who has served as President of Vermont Watercolor Society for one year or more is entitled to a lifetime membership at no cost. Currently serving officers do not have to pay dues during their terms of service.
Article VI MEETINGS/QUORUM
Original language: MEETINGS: Unless otherwise provided by amendment hereto, monthly meetings shall be held during the months April through November. The time and place of such meetings shall be determined by the elected officers.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT
MEETINGS: There shall be at least two membership meetings during the year. One shall be in the Spring, and the Annual Meeting shall be in November. The time and place of such meetings shall be determined by the elected officers.
Fill the section below out, cut off, and return it with your check for $26.00 PER PERSON, to:
Everett Webber
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, N.H. 03784
THIS FORM AND PAYMENT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 8, 2006. It is critical that we give the Inn an accurate count on November 13. Please indicate if you prefer a vegetarian meal. YOUCAN ALSO PAY YOUR 2007 DUES of $35.00 AT THIS TIME. SEE BELOW.
Due to some severe allergies amongst several of our members, we request that you refrain from wearing perfumes or scented products at this meeting. THANK YOU!
Prepared by Cynthia Crawford- VWS President cindy@creaturekinships.com 802-649-1411
______________________________________________________________________________________
VERMONT WATERCOLOR SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING. NOVEMBER 19, 2006. 11:30 AM-4 PM
Three Stallion Inn, Randolph Vermont.
I_______________________________________________ am enclosing $_______________ for __________________people at the rate of $26.00 per person. I understand that this fee serves as a non-refundable reservation for attendance and luncheon. This payment will be postmarked no later than NOVEMBER 8, 2006.
I prefer a vegetarian meal_______
I prefer a meal including meat______
(Select one)
I agree to come to this meeting as “unscented” as possible, in consideration for allergic members.
Signature_______________________________
Address_________________________________
________________________________________
Phone___________________________________
Email___________________________________
Please Make Checks Payable to: Vermont Watercolor Society
____I am also enclosing my dues of $35.00 for the year 2007 on a SEPARATE CHECK
____I cannot attend but I am enclosing my dues of $35.00 for the year 2007
Return to:
Everett Webber-VWS Treasurer
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, N. H. 03784
Thursday, October 26, 2006
Saturday, October 21, 2006
VWS Annual Meeting-official notification
Well, here it is, finally. This email notice will also be printed and sent to ALL members via "snail-mail". You will also receive a copy of the by-laws with indications of revisions.
If you want to print this version and tear off the form at the bottom, please feel free to do so- we will be happy to receive your checks ASAP!
Many thanks to Everett Webber for taking on the appointment of Treasurer at this time, and jumping in for the Annual Meeting. Our best wishes and thanks to Marlene Kramer for her work as Treasurer this past 9 months.
Cindy Crawford
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
VERMONT WATERCOLOR SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, November 19, 2006
11:30 AM-4 PM
Location: Three Stallion Inn, 665 Stock Farm Rd. Randolph, Vermont 05060
1-800-424-5575 www.threestallioninn.com
Cost: $26.00 per person
Directions: From Burlington, Vermont:
Mileage: 60 miles
Take I-89S to exit 4 towards Randolph. Take a right off of the interstate ramp and follow for 2 miles. Turn left onto stock farm road and follow .5 miles.
From Rutland, Vermont:
Take Route 4 east for 10 miles. Take a slight left onto VT-100 and follow for 10 miles. Turn right onto VT 107 and follow for 10 miles. Take a left onto Main Street which is VT 12 and follow for 8 miles stay straight and go onto Central St. VT-66. Take a right on Stock Farm Road and follow for .5 miles.
From White River Junction, Vermont:
Mileage: 32 miles
Take I-89N and follow for 27 miles. Take exit 4 towards Randolph. Go left off of the interstate ramp and follow for 2 miles. Turn left onto Stock Farm Road and follow .5 miles.
Agenda: (subject to change as needed) The time of arrival and departure will remain the same unless the membership wishes to extend discussion to 4:30
11:30 AM: Arrive, check in coffee, drinks
12 PM: Luncheon and Society Business, Elections
1 PM: Break
1:15 PM Dessert- By-Laws changes-discussion and voting
2 PM Program: “Who Are We and Where are We Going”- a Panel presentation and discussion
4-(4:30) PM end
OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION as required by the by-laws:
Proposed changes to Vermont Watercolor Society By-Laws:
Article II: Purpose
As written:
(1) To maintain and extend appreciation of Vermont Watercolor Artists and the art of Watercolor painting in the State of Vermont.
(2) To further the exhibition and education of fine Watercolor Artists in Vermont.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
(1) To maintain and extend appreciation of Watercolor Artists and the art of Watercolor painting .
(2)To further the exhibition and education of fine Watercolor Artists.
AS WRITTEN:
Article III MEMBERSHIP
Artist members must maintain a residence in Vermont.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
Artists may reside in any state, region or country
Article IV OFFICERS:
Original language:
(1) All elected officers of VWS must be legal (full time) residents of the State of Vermont.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
(1) All elected officers may be from any state, region or country.
Article V: ELECTION OF OFFICERS
ADDENDUM:
Anyone who has served as President of Vermont Watercolor Society for one year or more is entitled to a lifetime membership at no cost. Currently serving officers do not have to pay dues during their terms of service.
Article VI MEETINGS/QUORUM
Original language: MEETINGS: Unless otherwise provided by amendment hereto, monthly meetings shall be held during the months April through November. The time and place of such meetings shall be determined by the elected officers.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT
MEETINGS: There shall be at least two membership meetings during the year. One shall be in the Spring, and the Annual Meeting shall be in November. The time and place of such meetings shall be determined by the elected officers.
Fill the section below out, cut off, and return it with your check for $26.00 PER PERSON, to:
Everett Webber-VWS Treasurer
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, N.H. 03784
THIS FORM AND PAYMENT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 8, 2006. It is critical that we give the Inn an accurate count on November 13. Please indicate if you prefer a vegetarian meal. YOUCAN ALSO PAY YOUR 2007 DUES of $35.00 AT THIS TIME. SEE BELOW.
Due to some severe allergies amongst several of our members, we request that you refrain from wearing perfumes or scented products at this meeting. THANK YOU!
Prepared by Cynthia Crawford- VWS President cindy@creaturekinships.com 802-649-1411
______________________________________________________________________________________cut here...
VERMONT WATERCOLOR SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING. NOVEMBER 19, 2006. 11:30 AM-4 PM
Three Stallion Inn, Randolph Vermont.
I_______________________________________________ am enclosing $_______________ for __________________people at the rate of $26.00 per person. I understand that this fee serves as a non-refundable reservation for attendance and luncheon. This payment will be postmarked no later than NOVEMBER 8, 2006.
I prefer a vegetarian meal_______
I prefer a meal including meat______
(Select one)
I agree to come to this meeting as “unscented” as possible, in consideration for allergic members.
Signature_______________________________
Address_________________________________
________________________________________
Phone___________________________________
Email___________________________________
Please Make Checks Payable to: Vermont Watercolor Society
____I am also enclosing my dues of $35.00 for the year 2007 on a SEPARATE CHECK
____I cannot attend but I am enclosing my dues of $35.00 for the year 2007
Return to:
Everett Webber-VWS Treasurer
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, N. H. 03784
If you want to print this version and tear off the form at the bottom, please feel free to do so- we will be happy to receive your checks ASAP!
Many thanks to Everett Webber for taking on the appointment of Treasurer at this time, and jumping in for the Annual Meeting. Our best wishes and thanks to Marlene Kramer for her work as Treasurer this past 9 months.
Cindy Crawford
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
VERMONT WATERCOLOR SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, November 19, 2006
11:30 AM-4 PM
Location: Three Stallion Inn, 665 Stock Farm Rd. Randolph, Vermont 05060
1-800-424-5575 www.threestallioninn.com
Cost: $26.00 per person
Directions: From Burlington, Vermont:
Mileage: 60 miles
Take I-89S to exit 4 towards Randolph. Take a right off of the interstate ramp and follow for 2 miles. Turn left onto stock farm road and follow .5 miles.
From Rutland, Vermont:
Take Route 4 east for 10 miles. Take a slight left onto VT-100 and follow for 10 miles. Turn right onto VT 107 and follow for 10 miles. Take a left onto Main Street which is VT 12 and follow for 8 miles stay straight and go onto Central St. VT-66. Take a right on Stock Farm Road and follow for .5 miles.
From White River Junction, Vermont:
Mileage: 32 miles
Take I-89N and follow for 27 miles. Take exit 4 towards Randolph. Go left off of the interstate ramp and follow for 2 miles. Turn left onto Stock Farm Road and follow .5 miles.
Agenda: (subject to change as needed) The time of arrival and departure will remain the same unless the membership wishes to extend discussion to 4:30
11:30 AM: Arrive, check in coffee, drinks
12 PM: Luncheon and Society Business, Elections
1 PM: Break
1:15 PM Dessert- By-Laws changes-discussion and voting
2 PM Program: “Who Are We and Where are We Going”- a Panel presentation and discussion
4-(4:30) PM end
OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION as required by the by-laws:
Proposed changes to Vermont Watercolor Society By-Laws:
Article II: Purpose
As written:
(1) To maintain and extend appreciation of Vermont Watercolor Artists and the art of Watercolor painting in the State of Vermont.
(2) To further the exhibition and education of fine Watercolor Artists in Vermont.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
(1) To maintain and extend appreciation of Watercolor Artists and the art of Watercolor painting .
(2)To further the exhibition and education of fine Watercolor Artists.
AS WRITTEN:
Article III MEMBERSHIP
Artist members must maintain a residence in Vermont.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
Artists may reside in any state, region or country
Article IV OFFICERS:
Original language:
(1) All elected officers of VWS must be legal (full time) residents of the State of Vermont.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT:
(1) All elected officers may be from any state, region or country.
Article V: ELECTION OF OFFICERS
ADDENDUM:
Anyone who has served as President of Vermont Watercolor Society for one year or more is entitled to a lifetime membership at no cost. Currently serving officers do not have to pay dues during their terms of service.
Article VI MEETINGS/QUORUM
Original language: MEETINGS: Unless otherwise provided by amendment hereto, monthly meetings shall be held during the months April through November. The time and place of such meetings shall be determined by the elected officers.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT
MEETINGS: There shall be at least two membership meetings during the year. One shall be in the Spring, and the Annual Meeting shall be in November. The time and place of such meetings shall be determined by the elected officers.
Fill the section below out, cut off, and return it with your check for $26.00 PER PERSON, to:
Everett Webber-VWS Treasurer
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, N.H. 03784
THIS FORM AND PAYMENT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 8, 2006. It is critical that we give the Inn an accurate count on November 13. Please indicate if you prefer a vegetarian meal. YOUCAN ALSO PAY YOUR 2007 DUES of $35.00 AT THIS TIME. SEE BELOW.
Due to some severe allergies amongst several of our members, we request that you refrain from wearing perfumes or scented products at this meeting. THANK YOU!
Prepared by Cynthia Crawford- VWS President cindy@creaturekinships.com 802-649-1411
______________________________________________________________________________________cut here...
VERMONT WATERCOLOR SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING. NOVEMBER 19, 2006. 11:30 AM-4 PM
Three Stallion Inn, Randolph Vermont.
I_______________________________________________ am enclosing $_______________ for __________________people at the rate of $26.00 per person. I understand that this fee serves as a non-refundable reservation for attendance and luncheon. This payment will be postmarked no later than NOVEMBER 8, 2006.
I prefer a vegetarian meal_______
I prefer a meal including meat______
(Select one)
I agree to come to this meeting as “unscented” as possible, in consideration for allergic members.
Signature_______________________________
Address_________________________________
________________________________________
Phone___________________________________
Email___________________________________
Please Make Checks Payable to: Vermont Watercolor Society
____I am also enclosing my dues of $35.00 for the year 2007 on a SEPARATE CHECK
____I cannot attend but I am enclosing my dues of $35.00 for the year 2007
Return to:
Everett Webber-VWS Treasurer
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, N. H. 03784
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
VWS Signature Membership
Dear Watercolorists,
You will receive a notice about our upcoming Annual Meeting on Friday, and a written notice will follow. Briefly, it will be at the Three Stallion Inn in Randolph, Vermont on Sunday, November 19, 2006. The meeting begins at 11:30 AM. Cost per person will be $26.00 More info to follow.
Meanwhile, here is a reiteration, hopefully accurate, of our Signature Membership policies and your status.
Signature Membership in Vermont Watercolor Society
I recently posted a list of new signature members. There may have been some errors of omission or inclusion. I have just updated the database to the best of my ability. As it entailed hours of work, I may have made some mistakes. However, I generated a list of all current Signature Members, ordered by date and gallery at which the status was achieved. Please note: they are alphabetical by year. If you see an error, please let me know and I will double-check our records.
If you have not yet received an official certificate, please let me know (if you haven’t already), and BE SURE TO ALSO NOTIFY SEAN CALLAHAN, who will be making the certificates. This is *your* responsibility. If you’ve told me but not Sean, you need to tell him also.
Sean Callahan
357 Mountain Rd.
Addison, Vermont 05491
seanvtus@yahoo.com
802-795-2576
Do this AS SOON AS POSSIBLE so Sean has time to make your certificates to hand out at the Annual Meeting. If you are not at the meeting, your certificate will be sent to you.
WE have 60 signature members out of an active membership of about 104.
Here is a quote from our by-laws to refresh your memory as to the requirements for Signature Membership:
Article III MEMBERSHIP
(Artist members must maintain a residence in Vermont.) * There are two forms of membership in the VWS.
(1) Signature Member: allows member to use the initials VWS after signature on watercolor painting. To attain this form of membership, members must be accepted into no less than 3 shows in a five year period with three different watercolors by the jury of specific Vermont Watercolor Society Juried Shows to obtain the right to put the initials "VWS" after your name.
(2) Associate Member: open to any watercolor artist. Associate Members may apply at any time to be upgraded to Signature Member in accordance with the procedure stated above.
*This section will be changed if we vote to open VWS membership to any watercolorist at the Annual Meeting. That change will be effective for the year 2007.
Things to remember:
If you successfully entered 2 or more works in a juried show, only one painting counts towards your signature membership
If you were successful at the same gallery on two or more different occasions, only one occasion counts
If the same painting was accepted in two different shows, that painting can only count one time towards your signature membership.
Last First Gallery Year
Crabtree Sherri Chaffee 2003
Crawford Cynthia Gifford 2003
Roberts Doris Gifford 2003
Viereck Ellen Gifford 2003
Westberg Marijke Gifford 2003
Beaney Judy Pegasus 2004
Beukenkamp Annelein Pegasus 2004
Callahan Sean Green Mtn. 2004
Compton Annette Pegasus 2004
Cooper Peter Green Mtn. 2004
Foster Sheila Pegasus 2004
Harrington Maurie Pegasus 2004
Huntoon Peter Pegasus 2004
Kramer Marlene Pegasus 2004
Laliberte Judy Green Mtn 2004
Lloyd Mary Fran Green Mtn 2004
Pafume Barbara Green Mtn 2004
Stone Nancy Green Mtn 2004
Sydorowich Robery Pegasus 2004
Voight Brad Pegasus 2004
Wallace Alison Pegasus 2004
Webber Everett Green Mtn 2004
Beach Lisa Enigma 2005
Bielenberg Kristina Enigma 2005
Blomberg-Riley Dorothy Governer's 05 2005
Cannon Jean Govenor's 2005
DiMauro Nancy Reed 2005
Drew Joan V Gallery 2005
Eckert Gary V Gallery 2005
Gordon Anne V Gallery 2005
Gould Mary Lou Governer's 05 2005
Hamilton Debby V Gallery 2005
Hayward Sandra V Gallery 2005
Ingram Doris Governer's 05 2005
Koutrakos Donna Enigma 2005
MacKenzie Jo Governer's 05 2005
Mollica Sandra Reed05 2005
Newsham Charles Governer's 05 2005
O'Brien Robert Governer's 05 2005
Reed Elaine Enigma 2005
Senior Gillian Enigma 2005
Smith Joan T. Reed05 2005
Storrs Barbara V Gallery 2005
Tate Jo Reed05 2005
Casper Karen Reed 2006
Dayton Harry Pegasus 2006
Dean Nancy SVAC 2006
Fisk Adrienne Woodstock 2006
Hamilton Owen Pegasus 2006
More Kate SVAC06 2006
Paul Colette Reed 2006
Pealer Judson Pegasus 2006
Pealer Sandra Woodstock Folk 2006
Ravenhorst-Adams Kathrena Pegasus 2006
Sciore Alice Woodstock Folk 2006
Somerset Theresa SVAC06 2006
Winters Nancy Reed 2006
You will receive a notice about our upcoming Annual Meeting on Friday, and a written notice will follow. Briefly, it will be at the Three Stallion Inn in Randolph, Vermont on Sunday, November 19, 2006. The meeting begins at 11:30 AM. Cost per person will be $26.00 More info to follow.
Meanwhile, here is a reiteration, hopefully accurate, of our Signature Membership policies and your status.
Signature Membership in Vermont Watercolor Society
I recently posted a list of new signature members. There may have been some errors of omission or inclusion. I have just updated the database to the best of my ability. As it entailed hours of work, I may have made some mistakes. However, I generated a list of all current Signature Members, ordered by date and gallery at which the status was achieved. Please note: they are alphabetical by year. If you see an error, please let me know and I will double-check our records.
If you have not yet received an official certificate, please let me know (if you haven’t already), and BE SURE TO ALSO NOTIFY SEAN CALLAHAN, who will be making the certificates. This is *your* responsibility. If you’ve told me but not Sean, you need to tell him also.
Sean Callahan
357 Mountain Rd.
Addison, Vermont 05491
seanvtus@yahoo.com
802-795-2576
Do this AS SOON AS POSSIBLE so Sean has time to make your certificates to hand out at the Annual Meeting. If you are not at the meeting, your certificate will be sent to you.
WE have 60 signature members out of an active membership of about 104.
Here is a quote from our by-laws to refresh your memory as to the requirements for Signature Membership:
Article III MEMBERSHIP
(Artist members must maintain a residence in Vermont.) * There are two forms of membership in the VWS.
(1) Signature Member: allows member to use the initials VWS after signature on watercolor painting. To attain this form of membership, members must be accepted into no less than 3 shows in a five year period with three different watercolors by the jury of specific Vermont Watercolor Society Juried Shows to obtain the right to put the initials "VWS" after your name.
(2) Associate Member: open to any watercolor artist. Associate Members may apply at any time to be upgraded to Signature Member in accordance with the procedure stated above.
*This section will be changed if we vote to open VWS membership to any watercolorist at the Annual Meeting. That change will be effective for the year 2007.
Things to remember:
If you successfully entered 2 or more works in a juried show, only one painting counts towards your signature membership
If you were successful at the same gallery on two or more different occasions, only one occasion counts
If the same painting was accepted in two different shows, that painting can only count one time towards your signature membership.
Last First Gallery Year
Crabtree Sherri Chaffee 2003
Crawford Cynthia Gifford 2003
Roberts Doris Gifford 2003
Viereck Ellen Gifford 2003
Westberg Marijke Gifford 2003
Beaney Judy Pegasus 2004
Beukenkamp Annelein Pegasus 2004
Callahan Sean Green Mtn. 2004
Compton Annette Pegasus 2004
Cooper Peter Green Mtn. 2004
Foster Sheila Pegasus 2004
Harrington Maurie Pegasus 2004
Huntoon Peter Pegasus 2004
Kramer Marlene Pegasus 2004
Laliberte Judy Green Mtn 2004
Lloyd Mary Fran Green Mtn 2004
Pafume Barbara Green Mtn 2004
Stone Nancy Green Mtn 2004
Sydorowich Robery Pegasus 2004
Voight Brad Pegasus 2004
Wallace Alison Pegasus 2004
Webber Everett Green Mtn 2004
Beach Lisa Enigma 2005
Bielenberg Kristina Enigma 2005
Blomberg-Riley Dorothy Governer's 05 2005
Cannon Jean Govenor's 2005
DiMauro Nancy Reed 2005
Drew Joan V Gallery 2005
Eckert Gary V Gallery 2005
Gordon Anne V Gallery 2005
Gould Mary Lou Governer's 05 2005
Hamilton Debby V Gallery 2005
Hayward Sandra V Gallery 2005
Ingram Doris Governer's 05 2005
Koutrakos Donna Enigma 2005
MacKenzie Jo Governer's 05 2005
Mollica Sandra Reed05 2005
Newsham Charles Governer's 05 2005
O'Brien Robert Governer's 05 2005
Reed Elaine Enigma 2005
Senior Gillian Enigma 2005
Smith Joan T. Reed05 2005
Storrs Barbara V Gallery 2005
Tate Jo Reed05 2005
Casper Karen Reed 2006
Dayton Harry Pegasus 2006
Dean Nancy SVAC 2006
Fisk Adrienne Woodstock 2006
Hamilton Owen Pegasus 2006
More Kate SVAC06 2006
Paul Colette Reed 2006
Pealer Judson Pegasus 2006
Pealer Sandra Woodstock Folk 2006
Ravenhorst-Adams Kathrena Pegasus 2006
Sciore Alice Woodstock Folk 2006
Somerset Theresa SVAC06 2006
Winters Nancy Reed 2006
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford VWS President
--
Creature Kinships
Animal Paintings, Portraits and Prints
www.creaturekinships.com
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
VSAC INSTRUCTIONS and some corrections to last post
SVAC ENTRANTS PLEASE TAKE NOTE:
From Rob O’Brien:
There were 46 artists who submitted a total of 82 paintings. A good number I think.
We had a lot of good diverse work and I think the juror did an excellent job in choosing a wide variety of subject matter and styles. The juror was duly impressed with the diversity and quality of work. It was not an easy job.There were several good paintings that were not chosen, do not despair...keep trying. It happens to all of us.
VERY IMPORTANT:
All delivered artwork must be brought DIRECTLY to Gallery 8 at the Yester House Gallery which is upstairs and to the right. ( There will be people directing where to go ). Please do NOT leave work downstairs or at the door.
The rules for framing and matting will be strictly enforced. Any artist not complying with these rules (stated on the prospectus and in your email) will NOT BE HUNG.
As far as glazing is concerned either glass or plexi is okay. It is recommended that larger pieces be glazed with plexi but this is not required.
I don't believe Jocelyn will be there on Tuesday but she knows that we will begin delivering that day. She will have someone there to direct the artists, but most importantly artists should go directly to Gallery 8 to drop off their work. I will not be there on Tuesday but will be on Wednesday to hang the show. Those artists delivering Tuesday MUST have all appropriate info on the back of their paintings. (That goes for Wednesday as well).
A FEW CORRECTIONS from my recent post:
Regarding NEW Signature Members:
Sandra Pealer was listed as a new signature member. She has been a signature member since our show in Woodstock, I believe, and has her certificate.
Colette Paul IS a new signature member since the Reed gallery show.
If anyone else feels they should be included in the current list, please let me know. I may have missed someone in looking over the records.
You will, hopefully, receive your certificates at the annual meeting. Please contact Sean Callahan
seanvtus@yahoo.com
802-759-2576
if you have not yet received a certificate. Send me the same message so I can verify our records.
Cindy Crawford
From Rob O’Brien:
There were 46 artists who submitted a total of 82 paintings. A good number I think.
We had a lot of good diverse work and I think the juror did an excellent job in choosing a wide variety of subject matter and styles. The juror was duly impressed with the diversity and quality of work. It was not an easy job.There were several good paintings that were not chosen, do not despair...keep trying. It happens to all of us.
VERY IMPORTANT:
All delivered artwork must be brought DIRECTLY to Gallery 8 at the Yester House Gallery which is upstairs and to the right. ( There will be people directing where to go ). Please do NOT leave work downstairs or at the door.
The rules for framing and matting will be strictly enforced. Any artist not complying with these rules (stated on the prospectus and in your email) will NOT BE HUNG.
As far as glazing is concerned either glass or plexi is okay. It is recommended that larger pieces be glazed with plexi but this is not required.
I don't believe Jocelyn will be there on Tuesday but she knows that we will begin delivering that day. She will have someone there to direct the artists, but most importantly artists should go directly to Gallery 8 to drop off their work. I will not be there on Tuesday but will be on Wednesday to hang the show. Those artists delivering Tuesday MUST have all appropriate info on the back of their paintings. (That goes for Wednesday as well).
A FEW CORRECTIONS from my recent post:
Regarding NEW Signature Members:
Sandra Pealer was listed as a new signature member. She has been a signature member since our show in Woodstock, I believe, and has her certificate.
Colette Paul IS a new signature member since the Reed gallery show.
If anyone else feels they should be included in the current list, please let me know. I may have missed someone in looking over the records.
You will, hopefully, receive your certificates at the annual meeting. Please contact Sean Callahan
seanvtus@yahoo.com
802-759-2576
if you have not yet received a certificate. Send me the same message so I can verify our records.
Cindy Crawford
VWS news-SVAC juried show results and other news
Congratulations to the following members juried into the Southern Vermont Arts Center show. (SVAC).
Name Town Title
Annelein Beukenkamp-Winant Burlington “Petals of Purple”
Sean Callahan Addison “Something Fishy”
Jean Cannon Burlington “White Pitcher & Dozen Eggs
Annette Compton Woodstock “It Gives a Lovely Light”
Cynthia Crawford Norwich “Maine Coon Cat”
Nancy H. Dean Norwich “Highland Home”
Sheila Foster Manchester “Bad Hair Day”
Marlene Kramer Westminster “First Class”
Judy Laliberte Quechee “Two’s Company, Three’s a Crowd”
Jo Mackenzie Adamant “Emily”
Lois Simmonds Macuga Quechee “Strings”
Kate More Sharon “Maine Idyll”
Charles Newsham Colchester “Moonlight on Peggy’s Cove”
Robert O’Brien Weathersfield “September Petunias”
Jan Olmstead Bondville “A Winter Respite”
Jud Pealer Windsor “Chess Match”
Sandra Pealer Windsor “Autumn Light”
Lynn Powers Essex Jct. “Lilies”
Elaine Reed Chester “Monhegan Island”
Ayn Baldwin Riehle Grand Isle “Ferns in Dark Woods”
Alice Sciore Killington “Les Chanteuses de Cirque de Soliel”
Theresa Somerset Essex Jct. “Carnival of Birds II”
Nancy Stone Williston “Thicket”
Robert Sydorowich Andover “Sharon”
Sheryl Trainor Quechee “It Began With Bears”
Everett Webber White River Jct. “Shadows”
Nancy E. Winters Chittenden “Truck Between Houses”
There were over 70 paintings entered and 27 chosen.
PLEASE NOTE, THOSE OF YOU TAKING YOUR PAINTING TO SVAC:
A slight change in the HOURS: SVAC is open on October 31 and Nov.1- Hours for receipt of our paintings are now 11 AM to 4 PM. (Previously 10 AM- 4 PM.)
REMINDER:
1. Best quality WOODEN Frames.
2. Secure wire hangers- no single hooks.
3. Best quality (archival) white or off-white mats only
4. Delivery and pick-up on time
5. Properly labeled painting on the back, including Name, Address, Phone and/or email, Title of painting, Size of painting and PRICE.
6. glazing:
About the entry process:
This was our first show juried by slide and CD. There were a few glitches:
Several people did not send complete information about their work as was clearly spelled out in the flyer and in subsequent emails. This meant we had to call or write to people to get the information. One person entered was 2 years behind in dues. This person did not qualify for jurying. Most people did not send a SASE for the return of their slides or CD’s. If you don’t send return postage, you may not get your items back. If you don’t want them back, please say so.
If this were a juried show for most professional organizations, any lack of compliance would result in a disqualification. And there would be an entry fee of $15.00-$25.00++ per entry. You might want count your blessings this time and start considering the fact that this IS a professional entry process and a real privilege. Exit soapbox.
NEW SIGNATURE MEMBERS:
Congratulations to the following:
After the Reed show:
Adrienne Fisk
Sandra Pealer
Alice Sciore
After the SVAC show
Nancy Dean
Kate More
Theresa Somerset
Sheryl Trainor
More GOOD NEWS from Bob Reed at the Reed Gallery: So far, these paintings have sold:
Alison Wallace-Pendulus
Adrienne Fisk-Anger
Sandra Pealer-Autumn Walk
Lisa Beach-Nestled By The Mountain
Everett Weber-What do Muses Do?
Marijke Westberg, "Mexican Window"
Congratulations, all, and let’s hope for more. Thank you, Bob for the update.
ANNUAL MEETING:
SAVE THE DATE: NOVEMBER 19, 2006. Time and place to be determined soon.
We have a nominating committee (Judy Laliberte and Marijke Westberg) working hard to find candidates for 2006 office. Everett Webber has offered to run for TREASURER, and has kindly stepped up to the plate to act as appointed CURRENT TREASURER. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Marlene Kramer has had to step down for the remainder of the year. Best wishes, Marlene, and thank you for your work these past 9 months. And many thanks to Everett for taking over at a crucial time in our fiscal year.
All future payments should now go to Everett Webber, (Made out to Vermont Watercolor Society)
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, New Hampshire 03784
Everett.h.webber@valley.net
603-643-5450
Candidacy is still open for all positions, although we’ve never had a contested position….yet.
Below is a list of volunteer possibilities and officers’ duties. These are generalities for the most part- there is some flexibility in how responsibilities are distributed except for those determined in the by-laws. These are suggestions, and certainly don’t cover the scope of functions and tasks required to keep this Society afloat.
Exhibition Committee
1.Approaching local galleries for possible venues.
Skills: knowledge of our membership and who we are. Slides need to be sent or taken personally, and a packet of information about our artists. Good communication skills. Willingness to follow through and perhaps become the show coordinator. Need good organization skills and willingness to visit gallery a number of times, see that all goes smoothly, and also check with the Board/President about final arrangements. For instance, what commission do they expect, reception, post cards, jury procedure, understanding and co-operation with our system- i.e. signature membership. All this has to be coordinated with any other shows or events going on during the year.
Clerical Help
2. Computer skills: data entry, basic word/excel/ type skills
This has become a requirement for participating as president or Treasurer, and would be useful for Secretary and Vice President. FileMaker Pro (our database) can be learned if basic skills are there. However, someone with such skills could also assist the officers.
Advanced computer skills- layout-Quark-photoshop-useful for publications and information compilation.
3.Activities/Programs Committee
Networking- organizing events, checking on members who might be feeling left out, welcoming new members, arranging local events such as painting days and pot-lucks, which, in the past, have not worked out very well-
Serving on the events or exhibition committees…. Talk to members who are already doing this.
Publicity- contact appropriate newspapers, journals, on-line organizations for specific events. Distribute brochures, look for opportunities to make people aware of who we are and what we do.
4. Nominating Committee- making sure there are candidates for the next election and looking for people who might be willing to serve further into the future.
5.Serving on the Board.
President: orchestrates the events and functions, runs meetings, sends out newsletters, checks on all aspects of Society- establishes some policies, resolves questions and disputes, keeps records of shows, events and membership. Computer skills fairly important. 5-20 hrs/week depending on what is going on at the time.
Vice President:
Can do much the same thing as the president although the by-laws do not specify anything but acting as back-up for the president. We have been trying to ensure that the V.P. will be elected with the intention of becoming president, however that is not a requirement.
Treasurer: takes in all dues and fees, keeps records of same, sends out packets to new members, works closely with president and board on budget, balances bank account. Data entry in FileMaker Pro. Book-keeping skills.
Secretary: Does mailings, takes notes at meetings- could take on new member welcome packet, possibly, and assist with publications.
All officers attend several meetings per year to discuss policies, etc. Officers should stay informed and support the overall structure of the society.
MEMBER NEWS:
From Karen Casper:
I am pleased to announce the group show by the Northern Vermont Artist's Association October 1 to October 31, 2006 at the Union Station Gallery at One Main Street in Burlington. This show will feature an exhibit of the Palettes of Vermont program, the statewide community arts project for 2006 presented by the Vermont Arts Council. Over 7,000 wooden artist palettes have been distributed to artists throughout the state. These 12"x16" Vermont wooden palettes have been made into works of art in every kinds of media. The Vermont Arts Council is hoping that this will represent the World's Largest Exhibition Space for Artwork, spanning Vermonts 9600+ square miles through the end of October at various sponsoring venues. Palettes prepared by NVAA artists can be seen at this show -- this wil be the last exhibit of these works by the NVAA. I have two palettes that are on exhibit, "Ah'r Family Portrait" and "Dangers of Ice Fishing."
This show will also exhibit other framed and matted paintings by NVAA artists. I also have one painting in this part of the show, entitled "Rest for the Heavy Laden." I hope you have the opportunity to see this exhibit.
From Jo Tate:
Jo will be giving a one day watercolor figure sketching class on Nov. 18 from 9 to 3 at AVA Gallery in Lebanon, N.H. For more info. Contact AVA Gallery at 603-448-3117
ava@valley.net
www.avagallery.org
Name Town Title
Annelein Beukenkamp-Winant Burlington “Petals of Purple”
Sean Callahan Addison “Something Fishy”
Jean Cannon Burlington “White Pitcher & Dozen Eggs
Annette Compton Woodstock “It Gives a Lovely Light”
Cynthia Crawford Norwich “Maine Coon Cat”
Nancy H. Dean Norwich “Highland Home”
Sheila Foster Manchester “Bad Hair Day”
Marlene Kramer Westminster “First Class”
Judy Laliberte Quechee “Two’s Company, Three’s a Crowd”
Jo Mackenzie Adamant “Emily”
Lois Simmonds Macuga Quechee “Strings”
Kate More Sharon “Maine Idyll”
Charles Newsham Colchester “Moonlight on Peggy’s Cove”
Robert O’Brien Weathersfield “September Petunias”
Jan Olmstead Bondville “A Winter Respite”
Jud Pealer Windsor “Chess Match”
Sandra Pealer Windsor “Autumn Light”
Lynn Powers Essex Jct. “Lilies”
Elaine Reed Chester “Monhegan Island”
Ayn Baldwin Riehle Grand Isle “Ferns in Dark Woods”
Alice Sciore Killington “Les Chanteuses de Cirque de Soliel”
Theresa Somerset Essex Jct. “Carnival of Birds II”
Nancy Stone Williston “Thicket”
Robert Sydorowich Andover “Sharon”
Sheryl Trainor Quechee “It Began With Bears”
Everett Webber White River Jct. “Shadows”
Nancy E. Winters Chittenden “Truck Between Houses”
There were over 70 paintings entered and 27 chosen.
PLEASE NOTE, THOSE OF YOU TAKING YOUR PAINTING TO SVAC:
A slight change in the HOURS: SVAC is open on October 31 and Nov.1- Hours for receipt of our paintings are now 11 AM to 4 PM. (Previously 10 AM- 4 PM.)
REMINDER:
1. Best quality WOODEN Frames.
2. Secure wire hangers- no single hooks.
3. Best quality (archival) white or off-white mats only
4. Delivery and pick-up on time
5. Properly labeled painting on the back, including Name, Address, Phone and/or email, Title of painting, Size of painting and PRICE.
6. glazing:
About the entry process:
This was our first show juried by slide and CD. There were a few glitches:
Several people did not send complete information about their work as was clearly spelled out in the flyer and in subsequent emails. This meant we had to call or write to people to get the information. One person entered was 2 years behind in dues. This person did not qualify for jurying. Most people did not send a SASE for the return of their slides or CD’s. If you don’t send return postage, you may not get your items back. If you don’t want them back, please say so.
If this were a juried show for most professional organizations, any lack of compliance would result in a disqualification. And there would be an entry fee of $15.00-$25.00++ per entry. You might want count your blessings this time and start considering the fact that this IS a professional entry process and a real privilege. Exit soapbox.
NEW SIGNATURE MEMBERS:
Congratulations to the following:
After the Reed show:
Adrienne Fisk
Sandra Pealer
Alice Sciore
After the SVAC show
Nancy Dean
Kate More
Theresa Somerset
Sheryl Trainor
More GOOD NEWS from Bob Reed at the Reed Gallery: So far, these paintings have sold:
Alison Wallace-Pendulus
Adrienne Fisk-Anger
Sandra Pealer-Autumn Walk
Lisa Beach-Nestled By The Mountain
Everett Weber-What do Muses Do?
Marijke Westberg, "Mexican Window"
Congratulations, all, and let’s hope for more. Thank you, Bob for the update.
ANNUAL MEETING:
SAVE THE DATE: NOVEMBER 19, 2006. Time and place to be determined soon.
We have a nominating committee (Judy Laliberte and Marijke Westberg) working hard to find candidates for 2006 office. Everett Webber has offered to run for TREASURER, and has kindly stepped up to the plate to act as appointed CURRENT TREASURER. Due to unforeseen circumstances, Marlene Kramer has had to step down for the remainder of the year. Best wishes, Marlene, and thank you for your work these past 9 months. And many thanks to Everett for taking over at a crucial time in our fiscal year.
All future payments should now go to Everett Webber, (Made out to Vermont Watercolor Society)
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, New Hampshire 03784
Everett.h.webber@valley.net
603-643-5450
Candidacy is still open for all positions, although we’ve never had a contested position….yet.
Below is a list of volunteer possibilities and officers’ duties. These are generalities for the most part- there is some flexibility in how responsibilities are distributed except for those determined in the by-laws. These are suggestions, and certainly don’t cover the scope of functions and tasks required to keep this Society afloat.
Exhibition Committee
1.Approaching local galleries for possible venues.
Skills: knowledge of our membership and who we are. Slides need to be sent or taken personally, and a packet of information about our artists. Good communication skills. Willingness to follow through and perhaps become the show coordinator. Need good organization skills and willingness to visit gallery a number of times, see that all goes smoothly, and also check with the Board/President about final arrangements. For instance, what commission do they expect, reception, post cards, jury procedure, understanding and co-operation with our system- i.e. signature membership. All this has to be coordinated with any other shows or events going on during the year.
Clerical Help
2. Computer skills: data entry, basic word/excel/ type skills
This has become a requirement for participating as president or Treasurer, and would be useful for Secretary and Vice President. FileMaker Pro (our database) can be learned if basic skills are there. However, someone with such skills could also assist the officers.
Advanced computer skills- layout-Quark-photoshop-useful for publications and information compilation.
3.Activities/Programs Committee
Networking- organizing events, checking on members who might be feeling left out, welcoming new members, arranging local events such as painting days and pot-lucks, which, in the past, have not worked out very well-
Serving on the events or exhibition committees…. Talk to members who are already doing this.
Publicity- contact appropriate newspapers, journals, on-line organizations for specific events. Distribute brochures, look for opportunities to make people aware of who we are and what we do.
4. Nominating Committee- making sure there are candidates for the next election and looking for people who might be willing to serve further into the future.
5.Serving on the Board.
President: orchestrates the events and functions, runs meetings, sends out newsletters, checks on all aspects of Society- establishes some policies, resolves questions and disputes, keeps records of shows, events and membership. Computer skills fairly important. 5-20 hrs/week depending on what is going on at the time.
Vice President:
Can do much the same thing as the president although the by-laws do not specify anything but acting as back-up for the president. We have been trying to ensure that the V.P. will be elected with the intention of becoming president, however that is not a requirement.
Treasurer: takes in all dues and fees, keeps records of same, sends out packets to new members, works closely with president and board on budget, balances bank account. Data entry in FileMaker Pro. Book-keeping skills.
Secretary: Does mailings, takes notes at meetings- could take on new member welcome packet, possibly, and assist with publications.
All officers attend several meetings per year to discuss policies, etc. Officers should stay informed and support the overall structure of the society.
MEMBER NEWS:
From Karen Casper:
I am pleased to announce the group show by the Northern Vermont Artist's Association October 1 to October 31, 2006 at the Union Station Gallery at One Main Street in Burlington. This show will feature an exhibit of the Palettes of Vermont program, the statewide community arts project for 2006 presented by the Vermont Arts Council. Over 7,000 wooden artist palettes have been distributed to artists throughout the state. These 12"x16" Vermont wooden palettes have been made into works of art in every kinds of media. The Vermont Arts Council is hoping that this will represent the World's Largest Exhibition Space for Artwork, spanning Vermonts 9600+ square miles through the end of October at various sponsoring venues. Palettes prepared by NVAA artists can be seen at this show -- this wil be the last exhibit of these works by the NVAA. I have two palettes that are on exhibit, "Ah'r Family Portrait" and "Dangers of Ice Fishing."
This show will also exhibit other framed and matted paintings by NVAA artists. I also have one painting in this part of the show, entitled "Rest for the Heavy Laden." I hope you have the opportunity to see this exhibit.
From Jo Tate:
Jo will be giving a one day watercolor figure sketching class on Nov. 18 from 9 to 3 at AVA Gallery in Lebanon, N.H. For more info. Contact AVA Gallery at 603-448-3117
ava@valley.net
www.avagallery.org