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Wednesday, February 18, 2009
VWSnippets
Friday, December 05, 2008
VWS additional information for juried postcard SVAC, and some imaging info.
Hello again
I forgot to clarify a few things about the request for postcard images for Southern Vermont Art Center:
SVAC puts together a catalog for the year- hence the early jurying for the postcard. CDs are for ONE image per person. Please label with your name, title, size price of painting, and contact info- email, phone, address.
I've been asked about how to make a CD and getting images of your paintings a lot, so here's a brief overview:
People make CDs by various means- usually you go to a place where they can scan or photograph your work and put it on a CD.
Ask for several versions for your use. One at low resolution (72dpi) that can go on a web site, One at high resolution (300dpi), full size, if you want something that can be printed. And if you don't know how to re-size an image, ask for a 4" x5" 300dpi version. When you get your CD home, put it into your computer and drag the images off the CD . Put them in a folder on your desktop or somewhere that you can find them. (Dragging them off the CD doesn't remove them-it just duplicates them). Eject the CD and store it someplace safe. To send something for a postcard or juried show, put a blank CD in your computer, drag the 4"x5" 300dpi image onto the blank CD dialogue, burn the CD and be sure to label it with the title(s), your name, painting size and price. If more than one image is on the CD, be sure the title of the image is the same as the title indicated on the CD. If you send #5409678, for instance, the juror won't know which painting that is. Guesses have been wrong! Check the CD to be sure your image actually got transferred. Blank CDs don't give you much of a chance. Again, this is just a copy- the image is still on your computer.
There are probably quite a few places you can get this work done for you- I only know of 2 where I live: Slide Specialists in W.Lebanon, N.H. or North Light Digital in White River Jct. Vt. (Tip Top building). Places that make copies , like Gnomon copy might also do this kind of work.
You can also take your own photos of your work, but it is a pretty special skill. Doing a web search for "photographing artwork" will get you a bunch of tutorials. I've seen quite a few home-created photos that don't do justice to the paintings, and may lower the chances that the work will be accepted by the juror. Typical problems are:
1. photo taken at an angle so painting looks smaller at one end.
2.Photo is blurry
3. frame is included in photo
4.colors are off (hard to get them right so they look good on someone else's screen)
5. photo is simply a number (see above)- no title
Etc.Etc. Not to be discouraging but if you want your art to look it's best in a digital image, you need to know what you are doing, or someone else should do it for you.
By the way, VWS DOES NOT jury artwork. Jurors are the gallery owners or someone independent hired by VWS to jury a show or images.
The image you send to Rob for Southern Vermont Art Center now is only for the post card. If you are chosen, you'll need to save that painting for the show in October. There will be another CD jury in the fall for the actual show.
I will likely do a VWS workshop of some sort on digital imaging next year if it looks like something useful for members.
Cheers,
Cindy
posted by Cynthia Crawford VWS president 2006-2008
I forgot to clarify a few things about the request for postcard images for Southern Vermont Art Center:
SVAC puts together a catalog for the year- hence the early jurying for the postcard. CDs are for ONE image per person. Please label with your name, title, size price of painting, and contact info- email, phone, address.
I've been asked about how to make a CD and getting images of your paintings a lot, so here's a brief overview:
People make CDs by various means- usually you go to a place where they can scan or photograph your work and put it on a CD.
Ask for several versions for your use. One at low resolution (72dpi) that can go on a web site, One at high resolution (300dpi), full size, if you want something that can be printed. And if you don't know how to re-size an image, ask for a 4" x5" 300dpi version. When you get your CD home, put it into your computer and drag the images off the CD . Put them in a folder on your desktop or somewhere that you can find them. (Dragging them off the CD doesn't remove them-it just duplicates them). Eject the CD and store it someplace safe. To send something for a postcard or juried show, put a blank CD in your computer, drag the 4"x5" 300dpi image onto the blank CD dialogue, burn the CD and be sure to label it with the title(s), your name, painting size and price. If more than one image is on the CD, be sure the title of the image is the same as the title indicated on the CD. If you send #5409678, for instance, the juror won't know which painting that is. Guesses have been wrong! Check the CD to be sure your image actually got transferred. Blank CDs don't give you much of a chance. Again, this is just a copy- the image is still on your computer.
There are probably quite a few places you can get this work done for you- I only know of 2 where I live: Slide Specialists in W.Lebanon, N.H. or North Light Digital in White River Jct. Vt. (Tip Top building). Places that make copies , like Gnomon copy might also do this kind of work.
You can also take your own photos of your work, but it is a pretty special skill. Doing a web search for "photographing artwork" will get you a bunch of tutorials. I've seen quite a few home-created photos that don't do justice to the paintings, and may lower the chances that the work will be accepted by the juror. Typical problems are:
1. photo taken at an angle so painting looks smaller at one end.
2.Photo is blurry
3. frame is included in photo
4.colors are off (hard to get them right so they look good on someone else's screen)
5. photo is simply a number (see above)- no title
Etc.Etc. Not to be discouraging but if you want your art to look it's best in a digital image, you need to know what you are doing, or someone else should do it for you.
By the way, VWS DOES NOT jury artwork. Jurors are the gallery owners or someone independent hired by VWS to jury a show or images.
The image you send to Rob for Southern Vermont Art Center now is only for the post card. If you are chosen, you'll need to save that painting for the show in October. There will be another CD jury in the fall for the actual show.
I will likely do a VWS workshop of some sort on digital imaging next year if it looks like something useful for members.
Cheers,
Cindy
posted by Cynthia Crawford VWS president 2006-2008
Monday, December 01, 2008
VWS Newsletter Dec.1 2008
Greetings once again, watercolorists. I hope everyone has had a wonderful Thanksgiving. This is just a brief note to give you a report on the Annual meeting and an important call for entries.
CALL FOR ENTRIES:
From Rob O'Brien, our show coordinator:
"Hi everyone,
I recently received the contract for our 2009 VWS exhibit at the Southern Vt. Arts Center. It's great that we are able to continue showing at this fine venue on an annual basis. That speaks highly of the quality of work that is represented in the show and of course, our society!
There are some minor changes for next years show. SVAC has raised its commission on works sold to 43% from the 40% it currently receives.
The dates of next years show will be October 31st through December 1st. The opening reception will be Saturday, Oct. 31 from 2 - 4pm. We will still be hung in Galleries 8 and 9.
Delivery date is Wednesday, October 28th. Delivery times will be shortened from 11am to 3pm. Of course, carpooling is encouraged. Pickup is Tuesday, Dec. 1 12 - 2pm.
We will again be jurying images for the catalogue. CDs or 4 x 5 color transparencies. No slides!
The CDs can be mailed to me (address below) and must be postmarked no later than December 15th. Any CD's to be returned to the artist must include SASE.
All materials are due at SVAC by December 27th."
Robert J. O'Brien
2811 Weathersfield Ctr Road
Perkinsville, VT 05151
802-263-9394
www.robertjobrien.com
REMINDER: Pick-up for this year's SVAC show is TOMORROW, Dec. 2 from 10AM to 2PM. Two paintings were sold!
ANNUAL MEETING:
Everyone attending had a good time, I think, enjoying out speaker, Woody, Jackson, round table discussions about fundraising, a GREAT book exchange (Thanks to Adrienne Fisk for the idea), and super goodie bags for those who stayed to the end. The vendors were also very engaging and of course the food was good as always. The Middlebury Inn has been a most gracious host for the past few meetings.
A special thanks to Annelein Beukenkamp for arranging most of these events.
BY-LAW revisions:
All revisions were passed. Please refer to your past mailed newsletters for details.
ELECTIONS:
NEW OFFICERS:
President: Jan Olmstead
Vice President: Karen Casper
Secretary: Gary Eckhart
Treasurer: Lois Macuga
Director of Volunteers: Lotetta Weitzel
RETURNING OFFICERS:
Director of Communications and PR: Diane Bell
Director of Education and Events: Annelein Beukenkamp
Director of Exhibits: Robert O'Brien
A big congratulations to all, and a special thanks to outgoing officers Everett Webber, Treasurer, and Adrienne Fisk, Secretary. As for myself, I am planning to stay involved, and will be, first of all, helping the new Board to make the transition. I have thoroughly enjoyed my 3 years as President and will be staying in touch, I hope, with many of you through various events. New officers officially begin their terms of office in January 1, 2009.
You will hear more about the meeting from our new officers after the first of the year.
ANNUAL DUES:
Meanwhile, please don't forget to pay your annual dues for 2009. If you are a current member, you will become, according to the new by-laws, "delinquent" for 2009 if you have not paid by December 31, 2008. You will still get newsletters and can redeem your status by paying anytime during the upcoming year. However, you cannot participate in shows or vote until you are paid up for the upcoming year (2009). If you did not pay dues at all for 2008, you still can- something you might want to do if you have signature status. After December 31, 2008, delinquent members for 2008 become "terminated" members for 2009, and lose their signature membership. You will also be deleted from the newsletter listing. Re-joining will re-establish membership, but signature membership will have to be earned all over again.
Send a check for $35.00 made out to Vermont Watercolor Society to our current Treasurer:
Everett Webber
5 Longwood Lane
W. Lebanon, N.H. 03784
You will receive notice as to where to send payment after Dec. 31st if you should happen to miss the deadline.
Happy Holidays, everyone, and here's to a prosperous and happy New Year.
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS President 2006-2008
CALL FOR ENTRIES:
From Rob O'Brien, our show coordinator:
"Hi everyone,
I recently received the contract for our 2009 VWS exhibit at the Southern Vt. Arts Center. It's great that we are able to continue showing at this fine venue on an annual basis. That speaks highly of the quality of work that is represented in the show and of course, our society!
There are some minor changes for next years show. SVAC has raised its commission on works sold to 43% from the 40% it currently receives.
The dates of next years show will be October 31st through December 1st. The opening reception will be Saturday, Oct. 31 from 2 - 4pm. We will still be hung in Galleries 8 and 9.
Delivery date is Wednesday, October 28th. Delivery times will be shortened from 11am to 3pm. Of course, carpooling is encouraged. Pickup is Tuesday, Dec. 1 12 - 2pm.
We will again be jurying images for the catalogue. CDs or 4 x 5 color transparencies. No slides!
The CDs can be mailed to me (address below) and must be postmarked no later than December 15th. Any CD's to be returned to the artist must include SASE.
All materials are due at SVAC by December 27th."
Robert J. O'Brien
2811 Weathersfield Ctr Road
Perkinsville, VT 05151
802-263-9394
www.robertjobrien.com
REMINDER: Pick-up for this year's SVAC show is TOMORROW, Dec. 2 from 10AM to 2PM. Two paintings were sold!
ANNUAL MEETING:
Everyone attending had a good time, I think, enjoying out speaker, Woody, Jackson, round table discussions about fundraising, a GREAT book exchange (Thanks to Adrienne Fisk for the idea), and super goodie bags for those who stayed to the end. The vendors were also very engaging and of course the food was good as always. The Middlebury Inn has been a most gracious host for the past few meetings.
A special thanks to Annelein Beukenkamp for arranging most of these events.
BY-LAW revisions:
All revisions were passed. Please refer to your past mailed newsletters for details.
ELECTIONS:
NEW OFFICERS:
President: Jan Olmstead
Vice President: Karen Casper
Secretary: Gary Eckhart
Treasurer: Lois Macuga
Director of Volunteers: Lotetta Weitzel
RETURNING OFFICERS:
Director of Communications and PR: Diane Bell
Director of Education and Events: Annelein Beukenkamp
Director of Exhibits: Robert O'Brien
A big congratulations to all, and a special thanks to outgoing officers Everett Webber, Treasurer, and Adrienne Fisk, Secretary. As for myself, I am planning to stay involved, and will be, first of all, helping the new Board to make the transition. I have thoroughly enjoyed my 3 years as President and will be staying in touch, I hope, with many of you through various events. New officers officially begin their terms of office in January 1, 2009.
You will hear more about the meeting from our new officers after the first of the year.
ANNUAL DUES:
Meanwhile, please don't forget to pay your annual dues for 2009. If you are a current member, you will become, according to the new by-laws, "delinquent" for 2009 if you have not paid by December 31, 2008. You will still get newsletters and can redeem your status by paying anytime during the upcoming year. However, you cannot participate in shows or vote until you are paid up for the upcoming year (2009). If you did not pay dues at all for 2008, you still can- something you might want to do if you have signature status. After December 31, 2008, delinquent members for 2008 become "terminated" members for 2009, and lose their signature membership. You will also be deleted from the newsletter listing. Re-joining will re-establish membership, but signature membership will have to be earned all over again.
Send a check for $35.00 made out to Vermont Watercolor Society to our current Treasurer:
Everett Webber
5 Longwood Lane
W. Lebanon, N.H. 03784
You will receive notice as to where to send payment after Dec. 31st if you should happen to miss the deadline.
Happy Holidays, everyone, and here's to a prosperous and happy New Year.
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS President 2006-2008
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
VWS NEWS 11-4-08
Good Morning!
Election Day!! Get out there and Vote!!
And while you’re at it, come to the VWS annual meeting for our exciting Presidential elections and more!
ANNUAL MEETING, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2008
You should all have your paper copies of the newsletter in hand by now. (Thank you, Diane Bell, for another fine publication). Ummm- a bit of a discrepancy though….the cost for the meeting is $29.00. (As seen on the form on the VWS web site.) The newsletter says $30.00. So, if you’ve sent $30.00 you are entitled to a $1.00 refund, which will be given to you at the meeting. Or, you can write it off as a donation to VWS, if you’d prefer. Just let Everett Webber know so he can be prepared to dole out the cash or put you in the books for a $1.00. Sorry about that.
NOTE: The form for the meeting is also online, as always, in the “This Just In” page:
http://vermontwatercolor.blogspot.com/
AGENDA:
10:45 AM-11:45 AM Check-in, Social hour, visit vendors
12:-12:30 Welcome address and reports
12:30-1 PM Lunch (visit vendors, who leave at 1 PM)
1:00- 2:00 PM- Business meeting: Elections & by-law revisions
2:00-2:45 Pm Keynote speaker Woody Jackson
2:45- 3:00 PM Break
3:00-3:30 PM Round Table Discussions
3:30- 3:45 PM Reports from discussions, new Regional point persons
3:45-4:PM Wrap-up, Survey, Goodies, DOOR PRIZES! Spring Meeting announcement
Don’t forget to bring an Art Book, if you have one (or several) for the fund-raiser. This is a great opportunity to pick up that special book someone else doesn’t want, too. Mark hardcovers around $10.00(depending on condition), and Softcovers no more than $8.00. There will be a special table for this ongoing exchange. Thank You!!
ATTENDANCE:
Everett needs to have your forms and payments in hand by Wednesday, November 12. That’s REAL soon, so please sign up ASAP. HOWEVER, if you don’t make the deadline by mail, and still want to attend, you can call our treasurer, Everett Webber (603-643-5450) or email him, (everett.h.webber@valley.net) NO LATER THAN 10 AM on Friday Nov. 14. Tell him you plan to attend and how many are in your party. You can then pay when you arrive at the meeting. If you do not show up, you will still be charged. (We have to tell the Middlebury Inn how many people are attending by 10 AM Friday, so VWS will have to pay for that many meals.) (We do consider refunds if something occurs that is beyond your control to prevent you from attending. )
ANNUAL DUES: Also not mentioned in the “paper” newsletter: Annual dues are due anytime from Oct. 1 through December 31st. Now is a great opportunity to send you check for $35.00 dues along with you payment for the Annual meeting to:
Everett Webber
5 Longwood Lane
W.Lebanon, N.H. 03784
SIGNATURE MEMBERSHIP:
As announced in the Newsletter, we have 12 new signature members this year. Congratulations to all. Certificates will be handed out at the upcoming Annual Meeting. If you have achieved signature membership but have not yet received your certificate, please let me know. (cynthia.crawford@gmail.com) We try to keep accurate records, but sometimes little miscommunications occur. (see above .) ;-)
DEFINITION, SIGNATURE MEMBERSHIP, MEMBERSHIP, and VOTING RIGHTS: As stated in the By-Laws:
“Artists may reside in any state, region or country.
There are four forms of membership in the VWS.
[1] Signature Member:
[a] Allows a member to use the initials VWS after her/his signature on watercolor paintings. To attain this form of membership, a member must be accepted into no less than three shows in a five year period with three different watercolors, by a jury/juror of specific Vermont Watercolor Society juried shows to obtain the right to put the initials "VWS" after her/his name.
[b] Signature Member status is forfeited, and the initials VWS can no longer be used when membership status is no longer in effect, when it has become terminated for any reason.
[2] Member:
[a] Open to any watercolor artist.
[b] Members may apply at any time to be upgraded to Signature Member in accordance with the procedure stated above.
[3] Honorary Member:
[a] The Board of Directors, hereinafter also referred to as the Board, may, for a variety of reasons, choose to award an honorary membership to a deserving individual.
[4] Lifetime Member:
[a] Anyone who has served as President of the VWS for one year or more is entitled to a Lifetime Membership at no cost.
[5] Voting rights:
[a] Each member in good standing shall be entitled to one vote on each matter
submitted to a vote of the members.”
VOTING:
Note: Elsewhere stated in the by-laws:
“[5] No Member shall be nominated, or elected in her/his absence unless such member has indicated intention to accept such office in writing prior to the election.
[6] Nomination for elected office and directorship positions shall be made from the floor, prior to the Membership vote, at the Annual Meeting in November.
[7] Proxy vote will not be allowed.”
Copies of the by-laws will be available at the Annual Meeting. Please read through the revisions in your newsletters and be prepared to vote on the changes. If you want a complete copy of the by-laws before the meeting, please email me and I will send you an attachment.
SHOWS:
Rob O’Brien reports that our show at the Southern Vermont Art Center looks great, and the gallery is very pleased with the quality of work. If you missed the opening, you can still see the show until Dec. 2. Rob was interviewed by the Manchester Journal about VWS and this show, so if you live near-by, look for the article..(and save us a copy if you can- thanks!)
Pegasus Gallery: Closing Party this Friday, Nov. 7, 5-7 PM. Thanks , Sheryl Trainor, for all your VWS support over the years. We are sorry to see this fine little gallery go.
SEE YOU at the ANNUAL MEETING , if not sooner!
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS President 2006-2008
VWS web site: http://vermontwatercolorsociety.com
Election Day!! Get out there and Vote!!
And while you’re at it, come to the VWS annual meeting for our exciting Presidential elections and more!
ANNUAL MEETING, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2008
You should all have your paper copies of the newsletter in hand by now. (Thank you, Diane Bell, for another fine publication). Ummm- a bit of a discrepancy though….the cost for the meeting is $29.00. (As seen on the form on the VWS web site.) The newsletter says $30.00. So, if you’ve sent $30.00 you are entitled to a $1.00 refund, which will be given to you at the meeting. Or, you can write it off as a donation to VWS, if you’d prefer. Just let Everett Webber know so he can be prepared to dole out the cash or put you in the books for a $1.00. Sorry about that.
NOTE: The form for the meeting is also online, as always, in the “This Just In” page:
http://vermontwatercolor.blogspot.com/
AGENDA:
10:45 AM-11:45 AM Check-in, Social hour, visit vendors
12:-12:30 Welcome address and reports
12:30-1 PM Lunch (visit vendors, who leave at 1 PM)
1:00- 2:00 PM- Business meeting: Elections & by-law revisions
2:00-2:45 Pm Keynote speaker Woody Jackson
2:45- 3:00 PM Break
3:00-3:30 PM Round Table Discussions
3:30- 3:45 PM Reports from discussions, new Regional point persons
3:45-4:PM Wrap-up, Survey, Goodies, DOOR PRIZES! Spring Meeting announcement
Don’t forget to bring an Art Book, if you have one (or several) for the fund-raiser. This is a great opportunity to pick up that special book someone else doesn’t want, too. Mark hardcovers around $10.00(depending on condition), and Softcovers no more than $8.00. There will be a special table for this ongoing exchange. Thank You!!
ATTENDANCE:
Everett needs to have your forms and payments in hand by Wednesday, November 12. That’s REAL soon, so please sign up ASAP. HOWEVER, if you don’t make the deadline by mail, and still want to attend, you can call our treasurer, Everett Webber (603-643-5450) or email him, (everett.h.webber@valley.net) NO LATER THAN 10 AM on Friday Nov. 14. Tell him you plan to attend and how many are in your party. You can then pay when you arrive at the meeting. If you do not show up, you will still be charged. (We have to tell the Middlebury Inn how many people are attending by 10 AM Friday, so VWS will have to pay for that many meals.) (We do consider refunds if something occurs that is beyond your control to prevent you from attending. )
ANNUAL DUES: Also not mentioned in the “paper” newsletter: Annual dues are due anytime from Oct. 1 through December 31st. Now is a great opportunity to send you check for $35.00 dues along with you payment for the Annual meeting to:
Everett Webber
5 Longwood Lane
W.Lebanon, N.H. 03784
SIGNATURE MEMBERSHIP:
As announced in the Newsletter, we have 12 new signature members this year. Congratulations to all. Certificates will be handed out at the upcoming Annual Meeting. If you have achieved signature membership but have not yet received your certificate, please let me know. (cynthia.crawford@gmail.com) We try to keep accurate records, but sometimes little miscommunications occur. (see above .) ;-)
DEFINITION, SIGNATURE MEMBERSHIP, MEMBERSHIP, and VOTING RIGHTS: As stated in the By-Laws:
“Artists may reside in any state, region or country.
There are four forms of membership in the VWS.
[1] Signature Member:
[a] Allows a member to use the initials VWS after her/his signature on watercolor paintings. To attain this form of membership, a member must be accepted into no less than three shows in a five year period with three different watercolors, by a jury/juror of specific Vermont Watercolor Society juried shows to obtain the right to put the initials "VWS" after her/his name.
[b] Signature Member status is forfeited, and the initials VWS can no longer be used when membership status is no longer in effect, when it has become terminated for any reason.
[2] Member:
[a] Open to any watercolor artist.
[b] Members may apply at any time to be upgraded to Signature Member in accordance with the procedure stated above.
[3] Honorary Member:
[a] The Board of Directors, hereinafter also referred to as the Board, may, for a variety of reasons, choose to award an honorary membership to a deserving individual.
[4] Lifetime Member:
[a] Anyone who has served as President of the VWS for one year or more is entitled to a Lifetime Membership at no cost.
[5] Voting rights:
[a] Each member in good standing shall be entitled to one vote on each matter
submitted to a vote of the members.”
VOTING:
Note: Elsewhere stated in the by-laws:
“[5] No Member shall be nominated, or elected in her/his absence unless such member has indicated intention to accept such office in writing prior to the election.
[6] Nomination for elected office and directorship positions shall be made from the floor, prior to the Membership vote, at the Annual Meeting in November.
[7] Proxy vote will not be allowed.”
Copies of the by-laws will be available at the Annual Meeting. Please read through the revisions in your newsletters and be prepared to vote on the changes. If you want a complete copy of the by-laws before the meeting, please email me and I will send you an attachment.
SHOWS:
Rob O’Brien reports that our show at the Southern Vermont Art Center looks great, and the gallery is very pleased with the quality of work. If you missed the opening, you can still see the show until Dec. 2. Rob was interviewed by the Manchester Journal about VWS and this show, so if you live near-by, look for the article..(and save us a copy if you can- thanks!)
Pegasus Gallery: Closing Party this Friday, Nov. 7, 5-7 PM. Thanks , Sheryl Trainor, for all your VWS support over the years. We are sorry to see this fine little gallery go.
SEE YOU at the ANNUAL MEETING , if not sooner!
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS President 2006-2008
VWS web site: http://vermontwatercolorsociety.com
Thursday, October 23, 2008
VWS News and Announcements
VWS announcements 10-23-08
Hello again- a few announcements that slipped by the last newsletter:
SHOWS: Southern Vermont Art Center: If you were accepted into this show, you are being asked to please send a bio to :
Jocelyn Grayson
Southern Vermont Arts Center
West Road
Manchester, Vermont 05254
802-362-1405
Please indicate that this is for the Vermont Watercolor Show.
Southern Vermont Art Center successful entries must be delivered on Oct. 29 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Opening reception is on Saturday Nov. 1 from 2-4 PM.
OPPORTUNITIES:
The Pegasus Gallery, owned by member Sheryl Trainor, who has hosted several shows with us, is having a gallery closing party on Friday, November 7 from 5-7 PM. There will also be a final show there with works by Sheryl Trainor and Annette Compton, our former President, opening on Friday, Oct. 24, 5-7 PM.
(Normally I don’t announce individual shows, but this is in conjunction with the Gallery closing event…).
_________
I also got this note from Barbara McAdam afrom the Hood Museum at Dartmouth College in Hanover, N.H.:
Dear Ms. Crawford,
I don't know if you have an easy way to access your members, but I thought next Wednesday's lecture at the Hood might be of particular interest to your group. If you are able to spread the word, I'd be grateful.
On Wed., October 29, at 5:30 pm at the Loew Auditorium of the Hood Museum of Art, Judith C. Walsh will present a lecture entitled "Watercolor Technique from Winslow Homer to John Marin: Methods and Mentors Shaping the California-Style Watercolorists."
This is presented in conjunction with our current exhibition "Coastline to Skyline: The Philip H. Greene Gift of California Watercolors, 1930-1960," on view through January 4.
Judith C. Walsh is Associate Professor in Paper Conservation at Buffalo State College and a dynamic speaker with deep expertise in her field. She was for many years a paper conservator at the National Gallery of Art and is one of the foremost authorities on American watercolors. For more details on her biography, please see the following link:
http://www.buffalostate.edu/depts/artconservation/FacPgJW.htm
Thanks so much.
Bonnie
Barbara J. MacAdam
Jonathan L. Cohen Curator of American Art
Hood Museum of Art
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH 03755
603/646-2179
__________
And from member JoAnn Pippin:
APPLICANTS SOUGHT FOR 2009 ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM
Applications for the program are accepted beginning November and must be received by
January 5 for consideration for the following season. Notification will be made by April.
There is a $25 non-refundable application fee for applying to the residency.
ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM AT ACADIA
The Artist-In-Residence Program offers professional writers, composers,
and all visual and performing artists the opportunity to pursue their
particular art form while surrounded by the inspiring landscape of the park.
In the spring and fall, the park provides housing to participants for two-week
to four-week periods. No additional stipend is available.
In return, participating artists are asked to donate to the park collection
a piece of work representative of their style and their stay. These creative works
will be displayed on a rotating schedule or shared with the public through other
appropriate means during the upcoming seasons. Artists are also asked to participate
in one public program per week of their residency such as demonstrations, talks,
exploratory hikes, or performances. In the fall, artists work with fourth--eighth
grade students. Programs can be tailored to your medium, interests, and experiences,
and only consume a few hours of your stay.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION at www.nps.gov/acad/supportyourpark/artistinresidence.htm
REMINDERS:
VWS ANNUAL MEETING: Sunday Nov. 16, 2008 at the Middlebury Inn in Middlebury, Vt.. You will be receiving a postal newsletter very son with all the information and a sign-up form. If you want t sign up now, please use the form published on our website: http://vermontwatercolor.blogspot.com/
Look in the Oct. 14 newsletter.
I look forward to seeing many of you there- this will be my last meeting, after three wonderful years as your President.
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS President 2006-2008
Hello again- a few announcements that slipped by the last newsletter:
SHOWS: Southern Vermont Art Center: If you were accepted into this show, you are being asked to please send a bio to :
Jocelyn Grayson
Southern Vermont Arts Center
West Road
Manchester, Vermont 05254
802-362-1405
Please indicate that this is for the Vermont Watercolor Show.
Southern Vermont Art Center successful entries must be delivered on Oct. 29 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Opening reception is on Saturday Nov. 1 from 2-4 PM.
OPPORTUNITIES:
The Pegasus Gallery, owned by member Sheryl Trainor, who has hosted several shows with us, is having a gallery closing party on Friday, November 7 from 5-7 PM. There will also be a final show there with works by Sheryl Trainor and Annette Compton, our former President, opening on Friday, Oct. 24, 5-7 PM.
(Normally I don’t announce individual shows, but this is in conjunction with the Gallery closing event…).
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I also got this note from Barbara McAdam afrom the Hood Museum at Dartmouth College in Hanover, N.H.:
Dear Ms. Crawford,
I don't know if you have an easy way to access your members, but I thought next Wednesday's lecture at the Hood might be of particular interest to your group. If you are able to spread the word, I'd be grateful.
On Wed., October 29, at 5:30 pm at the Loew Auditorium of the Hood Museum of Art, Judith C. Walsh will present a lecture entitled "Watercolor Technique from Winslow Homer to John Marin: Methods and Mentors Shaping the California-Style Watercolorists."
This is presented in conjunction with our current exhibition "Coastline to Skyline: The Philip H. Greene Gift of California Watercolors, 1930-1960," on view through January 4.
Judith C. Walsh is Associate Professor in Paper Conservation at Buffalo State College and a dynamic speaker with deep expertise in her field. She was for many years a paper conservator at the National Gallery of Art and is one of the foremost authorities on American watercolors. For more details on her biography, please see the following link:
http://www.buffalostate.edu/depts/artconservation/FacPgJW.htm
Thanks so much.
Bonnie
Barbara J. MacAdam
Jonathan L. Cohen Curator of American Art
Hood Museum of Art
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH 03755
603/646-2179
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And from member JoAnn Pippin:
APPLICANTS SOUGHT FOR 2009 ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM
Applications for the program are accepted beginning November and must be received by
January 5 for consideration for the following season. Notification will be made by April.
There is a $25 non-refundable application fee for applying to the residency.
ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM AT ACADIA
The Artist-In-Residence Program offers professional writers, composers,
and all visual and performing artists the opportunity to pursue their
particular art form while surrounded by the inspiring landscape of the park.
In the spring and fall, the park provides housing to participants for two-week
to four-week periods. No additional stipend is available.
In return, participating artists are asked to donate to the park collection
a piece of work representative of their style and their stay. These creative works
will be displayed on a rotating schedule or shared with the public through other
appropriate means during the upcoming seasons. Artists are also asked to participate
in one public program per week of their residency such as demonstrations, talks,
exploratory hikes, or performances. In the fall, artists work with fourth--eighth
grade students. Programs can be tailored to your medium, interests, and experiences,
and only consume a few hours of your stay.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION at www.nps.gov/acad/supportyourpark/artistinresidence.htm
REMINDERS:
VWS ANNUAL MEETING: Sunday Nov. 16, 2008 at the Middlebury Inn in Middlebury, Vt.. You will be receiving a postal newsletter very son with all the information and a sign-up form. If you want t sign up now, please use the form published on our website: http://vermontwatercolor.blogspot.com/
Look in the Oct. 14 newsletter.
I look forward to seeing many of you there- this will be my last meeting, after three wonderful years as your President.
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS President 2006-2008
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
VWS NEWS 10-14-08
Greetings Members. Here’s the latest news, hot off the press:
SHOWS:
Southern Vermont Art Center
Manchester, Vt.
Nov.1- Dec.2, 2008.
DELIVERY: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 10 AM- 4 PM
OPENING RECEPTION: ALL INVITED:
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 2 PM- 4 PM
I’m sure you’re all anxious to hear who got in this latest juried show at Southern Vermont Art Center. There were 100 paintings entered!! And only 27 could be chosen.
Congratulations to the following:
Here are the results:
Artist Title size(in) price
1. Penny Arms “Almost Home” 17.5 x 21.5 $575
2. Judith Beany “Poppies” 11 x 14 $300
3. Annelein Beukenkamp “Fabric, Fruit and Flowers” 15 x 22 $1200
4. Jean Cannon “Green Peppers” 7 x 17 $400
5. Judith Carbine “Andover Relic” 18 x 22 $500
6. Karen Casper “Steeple Clock” 15 x 15 $475
7. Laurence Coffin “Regatta” 22 x 14 $350
8. Mildred Davison “Grand-Pere” 14 x 18 $800
9. Harry Dayton “Rockingham at Twilight” 22 x 30 $975
10. Joan Drew “Mise en Place” 22 x 28 $600
11. Lyn DuMoulin “Conversation on Lowes Lake”21 x 15 $650
12. Jane Harissis “Florence Scooters” 23 x 21.5 $400
13. Peter Huntoon “Octoberfest” 28 x 34 $1200
14. Peter Jeziorski “Bringing Home the Sap” 22 x 28 $825
15. Cheryl Johnson “Nightwatcher” 16 x 20 $500
16. Donna Koutrakos “Sunday, Central Park $900
17. Judith Lalberte “Sweet and Sour” 28 x 22 $800
18. Marni McKitrick “Spring Flourish” 15 x 18 $400
19. Robert O’Brien “Red Peony” 25 x 36 $2300
20. Sandra Pealer “Vermont Summers” 22 x 28 $650
21. Kathrena Ravenhorst-Adams “Autumn Leaves” 22 x 28 $1050
22. Dorothy Riley “Place Near Peru” 22 x 28 $600
23. Marcia Shipman “Time to Get Up, Baby” 16 x 20 $350
24. Cath Stockbridge “Pinocchio Rose” 20 x 24 $700
25. Robert Sydorowich “Covered Bridge, W. Arlington” 22 x 28 $800
26. Jo Tate “Dancer Profile” $300
27. Everett Webber “Relaxing” 30 x 22 $1600
BUSINESS:
As of October 1, 2008, until December 31 2008, dues for 2009 are now officially due. After December 31, dues will be considered “delinquent”. Send your checks for $35.00, made out to “Vermont Watercolor Society” to:
Everett Webber
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, N.H. 03784
Please put a note on the check: VWS Dues 2009.
If you just joined VWS as of October 1 or later, your payment will be applied to 2009, when you become an official member. You are, however, invited and encouraged to attend any activities from now on. You are especially welcome at the Annual Meeting (see below). Come and find out what we’re all about and meet your colleagues. You will not be able to vote, however , unless you signed up before October 1, 2008. (You can remedy that by paying an additional $35.00 for the year 2008 if you wish.)
ANNUAL MEETING:
The date has been set for Nov. 16, 2008 at the Middlebury Inn, Middlebury, Vt.
We will have lots of exciting “doings” including a guest speaker (Woody Jackson), prizes, elections, awards, vendors, and great food. There will be a more formal announcement sent to you by mail shortly. However, if you would like to sign up early and send your check for the meeting along with your dues, please send $29.00 per person for the meeting to Everett Webber at the address above.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND! Bring a friend, or a spouse. Bring someone who might like to join!
Be sure to indicate the following: (Print this if you can)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Member Name_______________________________________________________________________
Guest(s)___________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Phone_____________________________
Email Address_____________________________________________
Number of people attending________________
Amount enclosed_______________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
NOTE: Please refrain from wearing perfumes or scented products to this event to accommodate members with allergies/athsma
Write "VWS annual meeting 2008" on your $29.00 check.
By the way, this price includes a meal, (which includes meal tax and gratuities, )meeting room rental, and administrative expenses.
VWS WEB SITE:
A little reminder: all newsletters are published on our website www.vermontwatercolorsociety.com
Look under “This Just In”
There is a member list online. If you want to be included on this list, please contact our webmaster, Melissa Snyder: webmaster@barleywinegraphics.com
Members are not, at this time, automatically included on this list because some people prefer NOT to be on it.
You can also talk to Melissa about having your own enhanced page on our site for a very reasonable price.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
At Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H. WED. OCT 15:
OPENING LECTURE: CALIFORNIA WATERCOLORS
15 October, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
Arthur M. Loew Auditorium
"California-Style" Watercolors and the Regionalist Impulse in American Art
Barbara J. MacAdam, Jonathan L. Cohen Curator of American Art, Hood Museum of Art
A reception will follow in Kim Gallery.
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS President 2006-2008
SHOWS:
Southern Vermont Art Center
Manchester, Vt.
Nov.1- Dec.2, 2008.
DELIVERY: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 10 AM- 4 PM
OPENING RECEPTION: ALL INVITED:
Saturday, Nov. 1, 2008 2 PM- 4 PM
I’m sure you’re all anxious to hear who got in this latest juried show at Southern Vermont Art Center. There were 100 paintings entered!! And only 27 could be chosen.
Congratulations to the following:
Here are the results:
Artist Title size(in) price
1. Penny Arms “Almost Home” 17.5 x 21.5 $575
2. Judith Beany “Poppies” 11 x 14 $300
3. Annelein Beukenkamp “Fabric, Fruit and Flowers” 15 x 22 $1200
4. Jean Cannon “Green Peppers” 7 x 17 $400
5. Judith Carbine “Andover Relic” 18 x 22 $500
6. Karen Casper “Steeple Clock” 15 x 15 $475
7. Laurence Coffin “Regatta” 22 x 14 $350
8. Mildred Davison “Grand-Pere” 14 x 18 $800
9. Harry Dayton “Rockingham at Twilight” 22 x 30 $975
10. Joan Drew “Mise en Place” 22 x 28 $600
11. Lyn DuMoulin “Conversation on Lowes Lake”21 x 15 $650
12. Jane Harissis “Florence Scooters” 23 x 21.5 $400
13. Peter Huntoon “Octoberfest” 28 x 34 $1200
14. Peter Jeziorski “Bringing Home the Sap” 22 x 28 $825
15. Cheryl Johnson “Nightwatcher” 16 x 20 $500
16. Donna Koutrakos “Sunday, Central Park $900
17. Judith Lalberte “Sweet and Sour” 28 x 22 $800
18. Marni McKitrick “Spring Flourish” 15 x 18 $400
19. Robert O’Brien “Red Peony” 25 x 36 $2300
20. Sandra Pealer “Vermont Summers” 22 x 28 $650
21. Kathrena Ravenhorst-Adams “Autumn Leaves” 22 x 28 $1050
22. Dorothy Riley “Place Near Peru” 22 x 28 $600
23. Marcia Shipman “Time to Get Up, Baby” 16 x 20 $350
24. Cath Stockbridge “Pinocchio Rose” 20 x 24 $700
25. Robert Sydorowich “Covered Bridge, W. Arlington” 22 x 28 $800
26. Jo Tate “Dancer Profile” $300
27. Everett Webber “Relaxing” 30 x 22 $1600
BUSINESS:
As of October 1, 2008, until December 31 2008, dues for 2009 are now officially due. After December 31, dues will be considered “delinquent”. Send your checks for $35.00, made out to “Vermont Watercolor Society” to:
Everett Webber
5 Longwood Lane
West Lebanon, N.H. 03784
Please put a note on the check: VWS Dues 2009.
If you just joined VWS as of October 1 or later, your payment will be applied to 2009, when you become an official member. You are, however, invited and encouraged to attend any activities from now on. You are especially welcome at the Annual Meeting (see below). Come and find out what we’re all about and meet your colleagues. You will not be able to vote, however , unless you signed up before October 1, 2008. (You can remedy that by paying an additional $35.00 for the year 2008 if you wish.)
ANNUAL MEETING:
The date has been set for Nov. 16, 2008 at the Middlebury Inn, Middlebury, Vt.
We will have lots of exciting “doings” including a guest speaker (Woody Jackson), prizes, elections, awards, vendors, and great food. There will be a more formal announcement sent to you by mail shortly. However, if you would like to sign up early and send your check for the meeting along with your dues, please send $29.00 per person for the meeting to Everett Webber at the address above.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND! Bring a friend, or a spouse. Bring someone who might like to join!
Be sure to indicate the following: (Print this if you can)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Member Name_______________________________________________________________________
Guest(s)___________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Phone_____________________________
Email Address_____________________________________________
Number of people attending________________
Amount enclosed_______________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
NOTE: Please refrain from wearing perfumes or scented products to this event to accommodate members with allergies/athsma
Write "VWS annual meeting 2008" on your $29.00 check.
By the way, this price includes a meal, (which includes meal tax and gratuities, )meeting room rental, and administrative expenses.
VWS WEB SITE:
A little reminder: all newsletters are published on our website www.vermontwatercolorsociety.com
Look under “This Just In”
There is a member list online. If you want to be included on this list, please contact our webmaster, Melissa Snyder: webmaster@barleywinegraphics.com
Members are not, at this time, automatically included on this list because some people prefer NOT to be on it.
You can also talk to Melissa about having your own enhanced page on our site for a very reasonable price.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
At Dartmouth College, Hanover, N.H. WED. OCT 15:
OPENING LECTURE: CALIFORNIA WATERCOLORS
15 October, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
Arthur M. Loew Auditorium
"California-Style" Watercolors and the Regionalist Impulse in American Art
Barbara J. MacAdam, Jonathan L. Cohen Curator of American Art, Hood Museum of Art
A reception will follow in Kim Gallery.
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford
VWS President 2006-2008
Wednesday, October 01, 2008
VWS NEWS 10-1-08
VWS NEWS OCT.1 2008
Fall greetings everyone. I hope you are all enjoying the beautiful foliage and preparing your paintings for our final show this year.
REMINDERS:
Southern Vermont Art Center Juried Show:
November 1- December2, 2998.
Opening reception: Saturday, Nov. 1st 2:00-4:00 PM
Entries: 2 slides or 2 images on CD, must be POSTMARKED by October 6 2008.
IMANGE SIZING on CD:
For this entry 72 DPI is sufficient. Image size can be 4x5, 5x6 or 6x8 (approximate).
Overall Dimensions: Maximum Frame size: 42” in any direction.
Use a sturdy frame with a white or off-white mat and GLASS.
Works MUST be for sale. Only ONE entry will be accepted. Delivery by hand only on Wednesday Oct. 29., 10 AM-4 PM.
Removal: Tuesday, Dec. 2, 12-2 Pm.
Send your entries to:
Rob O’Brien
2811 Weathersfield Rd.
Perkinsville, Vt. 05151
LABEL top of slide or CD with:
Title of your painting
Your Name
Price
Dimensions
NO STICK-ON LABELS on SLIDES or CDS
Use labels provided with your green flyer- send 1 with your entries to Rob, put 1 your painting if you get in. Or make 3 of these:
ENTRY FORM
Name___________________________________________________________
ADDRESS______________________________________________________
PHONE#_______________________________________________________
TITLE/PRICE__________________________________________________
WORKSHOP:
Rob O’Brien’s Painting workshop is this Saturday, October 4. If you haven’t signed up yet, it’s not too late. You can call Everett Webber at (603) 643-5450 until 6 PM Thursday, Oct. 2, or Rob at (802) 263-9394 until Friday Oct. 3 at 6 PM. Pay $70.00 at the door. Limit is 15 participants, so you may get in or not, depending on current statistics. For more info, go to our web site:
http://vermontwatercolor.blogspot.com/
ANNUAL MEETING:
Save the date: NOVEMBER 16, 2008 at the Middlebury Inn, Middlebury, Vermont. It’s going to be an exciting and varied event- please consider coming- this is an excellent way to meet your fellow members and support VWS. This is the meeting where we hold elections, and pass out awards and new signature membership certificates. Guest speaker for this year will be WOODY JACKSON (think COWS on the Ben&Jerry’s truck!)
http://www.woodyjacksonart.com/
More details to follow shortly.
CALL FOR ENTRIES:
“Artful Things” is a gallery in Lebanon, New Hampshire looking for artists who would like to sign up for a solo show next year. They are one of our supporters, as you can see their advertisement in the last mailed newsletter. They will be at the Annual Meeting to talk to you. Or you can call: 603-448-5100
Artfulthings1@aol.com
http://artful-things.net/default.aspx
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford VWS President 2008
Fall greetings everyone. I hope you are all enjoying the beautiful foliage and preparing your paintings for our final show this year.
REMINDERS:
Southern Vermont Art Center Juried Show:
November 1- December2, 2998.
Opening reception: Saturday, Nov. 1st 2:00-4:00 PM
Entries: 2 slides or 2 images on CD, must be POSTMARKED by October 6 2008.
IMANGE SIZING on CD:
For this entry 72 DPI is sufficient. Image size can be 4x5, 5x6 or 6x8 (approximate).
Overall Dimensions: Maximum Frame size: 42” in any direction.
Use a sturdy frame with a white or off-white mat and GLASS.
Works MUST be for sale. Only ONE entry will be accepted. Delivery by hand only on Wednesday Oct. 29., 10 AM-4 PM.
Removal: Tuesday, Dec. 2, 12-2 Pm.
Send your entries to:
Rob O’Brien
2811 Weathersfield Rd.
Perkinsville, Vt. 05151
LABEL top of slide or CD with:
Title of your painting
Your Name
Price
Dimensions
NO STICK-ON LABELS on SLIDES or CDS
Use labels provided with your green flyer- send 1 with your entries to Rob, put 1 your painting if you get in. Or make 3 of these:
ENTRY FORM
Name___________________________________________________________
ADDRESS______________________________________________________
PHONE#_______________________________________________________
TITLE/PRICE__________________________________________________
WORKSHOP:
Rob O’Brien’s Painting workshop is this Saturday, October 4. If you haven’t signed up yet, it’s not too late. You can call Everett Webber at (603) 643-5450 until 6 PM Thursday, Oct. 2, or Rob at (802) 263-9394 until Friday Oct. 3 at 6 PM. Pay $70.00 at the door. Limit is 15 participants, so you may get in or not, depending on current statistics. For more info, go to our web site:
http://vermontwatercolor.blogspot.com/
ANNUAL MEETING:
Save the date: NOVEMBER 16, 2008 at the Middlebury Inn, Middlebury, Vermont. It’s going to be an exciting and varied event- please consider coming- this is an excellent way to meet your fellow members and support VWS. This is the meeting where we hold elections, and pass out awards and new signature membership certificates. Guest speaker for this year will be WOODY JACKSON (think COWS on the Ben&Jerry’s truck!)
http://www.woodyjacksonart.com/
More details to follow shortly.
CALL FOR ENTRIES:
“Artful Things” is a gallery in Lebanon, New Hampshire looking for artists who would like to sign up for a solo show next year. They are one of our supporters, as you can see their advertisement in the last mailed newsletter. They will be at the Annual Meeting to talk to you. Or you can call: 603-448-5100
Artfulthings1@aol.com
http://artful-things.net/default.aspx
Submitted by Cynthia Crawford VWS President 2008