VWS News and Reminders 7-25-07
Greetings !
Here are the latest updates on our shows and events:
ARTISAN’S GALLERY SHOW
Drop-off times are this Sunday and Monday, July 29 and 30, from 10:30 AM to 5 PM.
Opening: August 11, 4-7 PM
For full details, go to our website newsletter page:
http://vermontwatercolor.blogspot.com/
All the details are in the July 9th newsletter.
You should all have received a postcard announcing this show, beautifully put together by the Gallery and Gary Eckhart with a painting by Gallery member Sean Callahan. Thank you, all. If there are extras at the gallery when you drop off your work, please take a few and send them to your friends, patrons, etc.
Kate More, from Sharon, Vt. Has offered to transport paintings to the Artisan’s Gallery. She will be going on Sunday. Please call her at 802-763-2906 after 7 AM and before 10 PM, or email her at kmore@valley.net . Plan to bring your work to her house. Thank you, Kate!
MILLER ART CENTER SHOW
Pick-up for paintings from our show at the Miller Art Center is August 11 from 11 AM to 5 PM. (Also detailed in our last newsletter)
NEW ! You can also pick up at the Miller on Friday, August 10, from 11 AM to 6 PM. This will mean that there won’t be a conflict with going to the opening at the Artisan’s Show.
REED GALLERY-NEWS
As many of you know by now, Elaine Reed, co-owner of the Reed Gallery in Chester, Vermont, has had an unfortunate fall while painting at Monhegan, and has shattered her wrist. She and Bob have decided that it would be best, therefore, to cancel our show there, originally scheduled For September this year. We’ve had some wonderful shows and generous hospitality at the Reed Gallery, so we have much to be grateful for. We wish Elaine a speedy recovery and send our best wishes to them both. Thank you, Elaine and Bob, for being such loyal VWS members and hosts. We look forward to seeing your gallery thrive in the future and hope you can find some ease during recovery.
As news of this change in plans became known, we had several offers for a replacement venue. Although we have had our sights on a possible Northern location for a show, it is not forthcoming at this time. We will be working on making that happen next year. Meanwhile, Doris Ingram has arranged for a show at the West River Gallery in Weston, Vermont. Tentative opening date would be October 3. A lovely location for a fall foliage show. More details to follow.
CORTINA INN SHOWS:
Anyone who has work up at the Cortina Inn should have gotten a letter from Ann McFarren with instructions as to how to continue showing there or remove your work. Ann has been a volunteer there for 11 years, co-ordinating shows and handling all the necessary clerical work. She will be retiring at the end of July, and states that “ If you wish to continue showing with this gallery, you will need to establish connections with the Inn through the front desk. I have no names to give you at this time as management has changed hands. I still have my card file with your information and gallery listings. If you wish to check on the status of your work or remove or change it by the end of July, call or email me. 802-773-2197 admcfarren@cs.com “
The phone # at the Cortina Inn is 1-800-451-6108
THANK_YOU, Ann, for all your hard work and support!
JOHN LYNCH WORKSHOP, a VWS event
John Lynch one day workshop, Queechee, Vt . Sponsored by Pegasus Gallery. Sunday August 12 from 11 AM to 4 Pm. Cost $30.00. Limit 15 people. Contact Sheryl Trainor if you are interested: strai6098@aol.com 802-296-7693 .
Deadline for inquiries is Aug. 3 by 5 PM. Please send your checks to Sheryl by August 8 if you have signed up.
Sheryl Trainor
866 Bliss Rd.
(P.O. Box 1257)
Quechee, Vt. 05059
802-296-2073
strai6098@aol.com
There will also be a potluck barbecue after the workshop. If you want to stay for that, call Sheryl and let her know you are going to be there and what you can bring.
John will also have a show at the Pegasus Gallery Aug. 10- Sept. 3.
See previous newsletter for details about John’s work.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Rob O'Brien has just received notice that his work entitled "Golden Spikes" has been accepted into the National Watercolor Society show in Brea, California. Oct. 13-Dec. 15
Congratulations, Rob!
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS president 2006-2007
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Monday, July 09, 2007
VWS NEWSLETTER7-9-07
VWS MEMBERS’ CALL FOR ENTRIES:
Our next juried show is coming right up!
This show will be at the ARTISAN’S GALLERY in Waitsfield, Vermont. It will be a part of a month-long Festival of the Arts in the Mad River Valley. The Vermont Festival of the Arts is going to be a featured article in the summer issue of Vermont Life. Here are the details. Please read carefully- this show has a few different aspects than our past shows:
SPONSOR: The Artisan's Gallery, Bridge Street, Waitsfield, Vermont
SHOW COORDINATOR: Gary Eckhart
Moosewalk Studios
200 Orion Rd.
Warren, VT 05674
802.583.2224
rgcreate@madriver.com
Gallery Website:
Directions:
Directions from the North: From I-89, take exit 10 in Waterbury.
Follow Rt. 100 south, making two turns in Waterbury, and
a right turn in about 5 miles. Proceed another 4 miles to
historic Waitsfield Village. Just after the Mobil station, take
a left onto Bridge Street. We are immediately on the right.
You may park street-side in front, or in the lot in back.
Directions from the Southeast: From I-89, take exit 9, turning
left at the end of the ramp, and left again for a short distance
on Rt. 2 east. In 1/2 mile, turn right onto Rt. 100B south,
proceeding about 12 miles to historic Waitsfield Village.
Just after the Mobil station, take a left
onto Bridge Street. We are immediately
on the right. You may park street-side
in front, or in the lot in back.
Directions from the south: Follow
Rt. 100 north, curving to the right
at the intersection of Rt. 17, through
Irasville Village, another 1/2 mile to
Waitsfield Village. Turn right on Bridge
Street (or park in the lot on the right
just before Bridge Street). We are
immediately on the right.
DATES OF SHOW: August 3 to September 9, 2007
ARTIST'S RECEPTION: August 11, 2007 4:00 to 7:00 pm
DROP OFF: July 29 & 30 10:30 am to 5:00 pm
PICK UP: September 9 & 10 10:30 am to 5:00 pm
ENTRIES: Open entry to be juried before hanging
One entry per person
Outside frame dimensions not to exceed 24" in any direction
Neutral colored mats preferred
Wooden frames preferred (metal frames accepted if of good quality)
All work must be wired, ready for hanging and framed to archival standards
Full contact information, title and price to be prominently placed on back of work
ALL WORK MUST BE FOR SALE
ORIGINALITY STATEMENT: all entrants will be asked to sign a document stating that the work is original to the artist and is not, either in whole or a part, copied from another piece of art
UNACCEPTED WORKS: pick up any time during gallery hours (daily from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm) or at the artist's reception
THEME: un-themed (looking for a diverse show)
COMMISSION: 40% with 10% returned to the Vermont Watercolor Society
JUROR: provided by Artisan's Gallery
ALTERNATES: a number of pieces will be held as replacements should pieces be sold .
All attempts will be made to give these works some type of exposure. (They might be hung id local inns, restaurants, or B&Bs.)
OTHER NEWS:
We had a very successful and attractive exhibit at the Miller Art Center. Attendance was good and the refreshments were wonderful, thanks to the local members of the Center and Historical society. We also had some delightful fiddle music, thanks to George Ainsley and friends. If you did not make it to the opening it would be well worth your time to go to Springfield to see this show. And tell your friends and patrons to go too!
Address: 9 Elm Hill
Springfield, Vermont
Phone: 802-885-2415
Gallery Hours:
Wed. and Fri 11 AM 6 PM
Thurs: 11 AM-8 PM
Saturday 11 AM-5 PM
This show runs until Aug. 10
Pick-up date August 11 from 11 AM to 5 PM
REMINDERS:
John Lynch one day workshop, Queechee, Vt . Sponsored by Pegasus Gallery. Sunday August 12 from 11 AM to 4 Pm. Cost $30.00. Limit 15 people. Contact Sheryl Trainor if you are interested: strai6098@aol.com 802-296-7693 (see below for a description of John Lynch’s style. Etc. under Annette Compton’s announcement).
John will also have a show at the Pegasus Gallery Aug. 10- Sept. 3.
Robert O’Brien- (VWS/New England WS,American WS) will conduct a one day workshop at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Woodstock Vt. Oct 27th 2007 from 9:30 am to 4 pm.
The course will focus on landscape painting with a focus on painting the colors of autumn. General watercolor techniques will be reviewed with an emphasis on values and composition. There will be a demonstration by the instructor to start with class painting to follow. A critique will be held at the end of class. Students are encouraged to provide their own photographs for reference material. A materials list will be furnished upon request.
The cost of the workshop is $65 for members, $70 for non-members.
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS president 2006-07
Our next juried show is coming right up!
This show will be at the ARTISAN’S GALLERY in Waitsfield, Vermont. It will be a part of a month-long Festival of the Arts in the Mad River Valley. The Vermont Festival of the Arts is going to be a featured article in the summer issue of Vermont Life. Here are the details. Please read carefully- this show has a few different aspects than our past shows:
SPONSOR: The Artisan's Gallery, Bridge Street, Waitsfield, Vermont
SHOW COORDINATOR: Gary Eckhart
Moosewalk Studios
200 Orion Rd.
Warren, VT 05674
802.583.2224
rgcreate@madriver.com
Gallery Website:
http://www.vtartisansgallery.com/
Directions:
Directions from the North: From I-89, take exit 10 in Waterbury.
Follow Rt. 100 south, making two turns in Waterbury, and
a right turn in about 5 miles. Proceed another 4 miles to
historic Waitsfield Village. Just after the Mobil station, take
a left onto Bridge Street. We are immediately on the right.
You may park street-side in front, or in the lot in back.
Directions from the Southeast: From I-89, take exit 9, turning
left at the end of the ramp, and left again for a short distance
on Rt. 2 east. In 1/2 mile, turn right onto Rt. 100B south,
proceeding about 12 miles to historic Waitsfield Village.
Just after the Mobil station, take a left
onto Bridge Street. We are immediately
on the right. You may park street-side
in front, or in the lot in back.
Directions from the south: Follow
Rt. 100 north, curving to the right
at the intersection of Rt. 17, through
Irasville Village, another 1/2 mile to
Waitsfield Village. Turn right on Bridge
Street (or park in the lot on the right
just before Bridge Street). We are
immediately on the right.
DATES OF SHOW: August 3 to September 9, 2007
ARTIST'S RECEPTION: August 11, 2007 4:00 to 7:00 pm
DROP OFF: July 29 & 30 10:30 am to 5:00 pm
PICK UP: September 9 & 10 10:30 am to 5:00 pm
ENTRIES: Open entry to be juried before hanging
One entry per person
Outside frame dimensions not to exceed 24" in any direction
Neutral colored mats preferred
Wooden frames preferred (metal frames accepted if of good quality)
All work must be wired, ready for hanging and framed to archival standards
Full contact information, title and price to be prominently placed on back of work
ALL WORK MUST BE FOR SALE
ORIGINALITY STATEMENT: all entrants will be asked to sign a document stating that the work is original to the artist and is not, either in whole or a part, copied from another piece of art
UNACCEPTED WORKS: pick up any time during gallery hours (daily from 10:30 am to 5:30 pm) or at the artist's reception
THEME: un-themed (looking for a diverse show)
COMMISSION: 40% with 10% returned to the Vermont Watercolor Society
JUROR: provided by Artisan's Gallery
ALTERNATES: a number of pieces will be held as replacements should pieces be sold .
All attempts will be made to give these works some type of exposure. (They might be hung id local inns, restaurants, or B&Bs.)
OTHER NEWS:
We had a very successful and attractive exhibit at the Miller Art Center. Attendance was good and the refreshments were wonderful, thanks to the local members of the Center and Historical society. We also had some delightful fiddle music, thanks to George Ainsley and friends. If you did not make it to the opening it would be well worth your time to go to Springfield to see this show. And tell your friends and patrons to go too!
Address: 9 Elm Hill
Springfield, Vermont
Phone: 802-885-2415
Gallery Hours:
Wed. and Fri 11 AM 6 PM
Thurs: 11 AM-8 PM
Saturday 11 AM-5 PM
This show runs until Aug. 10
Pick-up date August 11 from 11 AM to 5 PM
REMINDERS:
John Lynch one day workshop, Queechee, Vt . Sponsored by Pegasus Gallery. Sunday August 12 from 11 AM to 4 Pm. Cost $30.00. Limit 15 people. Contact Sheryl Trainor if you are interested: strai6098@aol.com 802-296-7693 (see below for a description of John Lynch’s style. Etc. under Annette Compton’s announcement).
John will also have a show at the Pegasus Gallery Aug. 10- Sept. 3.
Robert O’Brien- (VWS/New England WS,American WS) will conduct a one day workshop at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Woodstock Vt. Oct 27th 2007 from 9:30 am to 4 pm.
The course will focus on landscape painting with a focus on painting the colors of autumn. General watercolor techniques will be reviewed with an emphasis on values and composition. There will be a demonstration by the instructor to start with class painting to follow. A critique will be held at the end of class. Students are encouraged to provide their own photographs for reference material. A materials list will be furnished upon request.
The cost of the workshop is $65 for members, $70 for non-members.
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS president 2006-07