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 | Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. Present: Anne Daletski, Sylvia Domoto, Jerry Finn, Mary Ann Hinshaw, Ann Curtis, Joan Pennewell, Maggie Miller, Indy Behrendt, Hallie Price | ||||
| Discussed the Spring Art Show: Should it be a different time of the year--should we eliminate one of the judges and some of the prize money to keep the cost down-- should it be in a different location? | ||||
| Treasurer's Report: checking $16,294.47 - savings: $891.14 - CD's: $3040.01 - 5434.11 = $25,659.73 | ||||
| GENERAL Membership Meeting called to order by President Anne Daletski at 7 p.m. E-mailed minutes were approved with the correction that Jerry finnis 2nd Vice pres. instead of 1st. Sharon Dodged approved and Anita Amrhein 2nd. | ||||
| Jury of new members:
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| Old Business: Mary Ann passed around signups for pre-sale of ART BY THE BAY T-Shirts ($10) and volunteers signups to help build frame work for new signs for new locations. We also need a volunteer to help the High School boys in the parking lot from 9 a.m. -2 p.m. each on Sat. and Sun. of the show. There will be a policeman there to help with direction into the gates. | ||||
| New Business: If we have a Spring Show 2011, we will need a new chairperson | ||||
| Annuncements: June 1st at 7 p.m. Scholarship Awards at High School Auditorium Next general meeting June 23rd Art By The Bay Rally | ||||
| Meeting turned to discussion of Spring Art Show: Distributed materials for show participants including postcards and posters. Patrons Party Tickets for sale at $5 each ($8 at door). Sign ups for volunteer tasks: directional sign set-up, grid pick-up, greeters, cashiers, food helpers. | ||||
| Meeting closed at 8 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by Mary Ann Hinshaw, ssecretary | ||||
| June 23rd ART BY THE BAY Rally July 10-11 ART BY THE BAY July No general meeting Aug. No general meeting- annual board retreat Sept. 22 New Jury Member, Art in Public Places sign ups Oct. Annual business meeting- dues and elections |
| Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. | ||||||||
| Present; Jerry Finn, Mary Ann Hinshaw, Ann curtis, Joan Pennewell, Maggie Miller, Hallie Price, Excused with illness-Anne Daletski, Sylvia Domoto. | ||||||||
| Discussed final revision for Member Brochure---It will stand as prepared by Sylvia, just changing the treasures e-amil address to her guild e-mail address. | ||||||||
| Treasurers's Report: checking: $16,478.53 - savings: $890.96 - CD's: $3,035.02 & $5,434.11 = $25,839.62 | ||||||||
| GENERAL Membership Meeting called to order by 1st vice-president Jerry Finn at 7 p.m. | ||||||||
| E-mail minutes were approved by Hallie Price and 2nd by Libby Michailoff. | ||||||||
| Sharon Dodge brought some colored pencil art work of her son's to be critiqued. | ||||||||
| Slips were passed out to members to vote on the art work for the ART BY THE BAY Poster. | ||||||||
| Juried in: 4 new members. Welcome, new artists.
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| Gail Merrick - Stanwood High School Art Teacher introduced our new
Art Scholarship Winners. Congratulations to these talented young
artists. We would like to include these students art work in a Booth in
the covered outside area of ART BY THE BAY. If someone of our artisit
would like to HAVE a booth and include these students work please let us
know. - contact Mary Ann- hinshawartquest@verizon.net
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| Program time was turned over to Guild member, Patti Pontikis. she gave a very informative presentation on lampworking and fused glass jewelry. She does her own glass beads for her jewlery pendants and showed us an interesting video of her at work. Thanks, Patti. | ||||||||
| Old Business: | ||||||||
| Bev Reaume gave a report on the Art at the Schoolhouse Show. Early tulips took it's toll on our success. | ||||||||
| We need volunteers to help learn the WORK that Mark Dodge does as music coordinator and publicity chairman for Art by the Bay before he steps down next year. Also, we could use an EXPERIENCED web designer to take over the Guild's web site. | ||||||||
| New Business: | ||||||||
| Conratultions, Molly Le Master for winning the ABB Poster contest. | ||||||||
| May 26th meeting will be for distribution of the 8th annual SPRING ART SHOW materials, including posters and cards. There is room for more artist to sign up. $35 for the first category and $30 for subsequent categories. The Spring Art Show application is available here. Deadline May 15th. | ||||||||
| Also available: the application for Art by the Bay is here. Questions - Mary Ann, 387-7678. | ||||||||
| Announcements: | ||||||||
| Remember the Rotary Adventure Park build to be completed May 19 thru 23, 2010 at Freedom Park at the Y on Camano Island. | ||||||||
| CAA Studio Tour is now two weekends - 2nd and 3rd weekends of May. | ||||||||
| Meeting closed at 8:15 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by Mary Ann Hinshaw - secretary | ||||||||
| May 26th Meeting-SPRING ART SHOW rally | ||||||||
| June 23rd Meeting - ART BY THE BAY rally | ||||||||
| July and August - no regular meetings |
| Board Meeting March 24th, 2010 |
| Present: Indy Behrendt, Ann Curtis, Anne Daletski, Sylvia Domoto, Jerry Finn, Maggie Miller, Joan Pennewell |
| President, Anne Daletski, reported that the name "Spring Art Show" would be used for our 2010 show. Any name change would occur in 2011. "Art in Bloom" has been proposed. |
| Jurying will occur during the year rather than limited to January and September. |
| Future board meetings will start at 6:30 p.m. |
| 1st VP, Sylvia Domoto, will be the "point person" for new members. |
| Jerry Finn reported that the scholarship committee will meet on April 8 to judge student art for the 2010 awards. |
| Joan Pennewell will bring the revised bylaws update to the April meeting. It is the goal for members of the guild to receive copies during the September 22nd meeting. |
| Sylvia Domoto reported that the guild brochure, on which she has been working, is near completion. She plans to have them printed at the UPS Store in Stanwood. |
| Anne Daletski said that she now has two of three needed judges lined up for the 2010 "Spring Art Show". For 2D work, Liana Bennett, and for 3D work, Pamela Mummy. |
| The General Membership Meeting was called to order by Anne Daletski at 7:05 p.m. |
| Treasurers report: Coastal checking: $7,846.45, Coastal savings: $840.77, Coastal C.D.: $3,000.00, Washington Federal C.D.: $5,434.11, Total: $17,131.33. |
| E-mail minutes for February were approved by Anita Amrhein and seconded by Roberta Baker. |
| Camano Island artist, Jackie Groves juried in to membership. Her art work covers a broad range including: making quilts, bags, material baskets, shadow boxes, and photography. |
| No members had art for critiquing. |
| By vote of members from art submitted by members for Poster Competition for the " 2010 Spring Art Show", Karen Bush's piece was selected. |
| Poster Competition for the "2010 Art By The Bay" will be at the April 28th meeting. |
| During the evening, Jan Nicholson staffed the signup table for "Art in Public Places" for members to show their art at 6 venues around Stanwood. April 15, 2010 at 1p.m. is scheduled for the hanging of the art. |
| On Saturday evening, March 27, 2010, between 6 - 9 p.m., Gallery By The Bay, in Stanwood will host a wine tasting with chef competition for the Relay For Life, to benefit the American Cancer Society. Patricia Pontikis has advance tickets available for $15.00. 100 percent of the proceeds would go to the American Cancer Society. Tickets will also be available at the door of the event. Anne Daletski is team captain for Gallery by the Bay's Relay For Life team. |
| Joyce Dunn and Skip Ingraham explained and presented a slide show to illustrate the planned Arts for the Playground at Terry's Corner on Camano Island. Volunteers are requested for 4 hour shifts between May 19 and May 23 to help with the project. Everyone is invited to attend the ground breaking on April 10, 2010 between 1 - 4 p.m. |
| Ron Southworth, Stanwood Camano Arts Guild member was introduced and presented a most informative program on landscape photography. He explained that technical mastery is a marriage of art and craft. The art is knowing composition and craft is knowing your tools. The technical part of controlling light must be second nature so one is able to concentrate on the art side. |
| Light is measured in f-stop numbers. While the human eye is able to perceive 12 - 15 stops, a camera is limited to 3 - 5 stops; however, with recent advancements in professional cameras, it is approaching 7 stops. |
| Filters are a vital tool. If one could only have one filter, the polarizing filter would be a top consideration. He explained that when conditions exist in scenes that would exceed the contrast range of the equipment it is possible to use N/D (neutral density) filters to accomplish a positive result. At times, multiple filters need to be employed. |
| Depth of field is accomplished with aperture settings. Shutter speed affects sharpness of moving subjects. Macro capabilities of some lens allow for extreme close up work. The time of the day is critical for results. With, perhaps mid day being the most unfavorable time. Humans like to see colors, patterns and shapes. There is a rule of 1/3's, a "C" curve and an "S" curve. |
| Multiple slides were shown via projected computer images to amplify each topic area. |
| Mr. Southworth demonstrated a camera mount on a tripod that provides flexibility of movement while tracking moving subjects. He does his own framing and explained about different types of paper that he uses with his Epson printer which is able to print up to 17 inches wide. At all times he stressed the importance of archival quality. Even the glass used in the frame makes a difference. He explained that a piece of glass in one of his pieces, which is referred to as museum glass, can run up to $250. |
| Old Business: Bev Reaume reported that April 2, 2010 at 1 p.m. is the time for setting up for the "Art at the School House" at Christianson's Nursery. |
| New Business: Anne Daletski reported that Mark Dodge has been performing extensive valuable services to the guild and now wishes to devote more time to his music. She would like to have 3 volunteers from the membership to fill these areas: 1. A person with web knowledge, or interest, to address our web needs. 2. An individual with writing skills to work on advertising areas for "Art By The Bay". 3. A person to work with various aspects of presenting music performances during "Art By The Bay", including, but not limited to: budgeting, obtaining talent, and needs of the installation. Please contact Mark Dodge or Mary Ann Hinshaw for more details. |
| April 28, 2010, at 7 p.m., is the next Stanwood Camano Arts Guild meeting. Please bring your poster submission for "Art By The Bay" Poster Contest. |
| The evenings meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. These minutes are respectfully submitted by Jerry Finn, 2nd Vice President. |
| Board Meeting - 2/24/2010 |
| Present: Anne Daletski, Sylvia Domoto, Gerry Finn, Mary Ann Hinshaw, Ann Curtis, Maggie Miller, Joan Pennewell, Indy Behrendt, Mark Dodge. |
| Discussed the critiquing of members art work at our meetings. |
| Mark brought expense reports for advertising and music for Art by the Bay for the last two years and discussed what our budget should and could be for 2010 ABB. We agreed on doing more for these areas since our cost for the event place will be less this year. Sylvia suggested we could have some local groups of specialty acts also for entertainment to draw more (parents) and people in. We all agreed. |
| We discussed the Bonding cost for out Treasurer's protection. Decided to do a good, sound preview of accountability. |
| GENERAL Membership Meeting |
| Called to order by President Anne Daletski at 7 p.m. E-mail minutes for January were approved by Sue Morrison and 2nd by Bev Paulson. |
| Daryle Deitz brought a great watercolor of tulip fields and eagle for critique. |
| Larry Kantzer brought some of his watercolors to be juried in as a new memeber. Welcome, Larry. |
| Program was turned over to Robyn Williams of Dakota Art to talk to us about pastels and gave a great demonstration. We enjoyed a very informative, hands on program about the pastel arts. |
| ANNOUNCEMENTS: |
| Gerry Finn needs one more volunteer to help him and Sharon Dodge on the Scholarship Committee. Bobbye Miller volunteered. |
| March 24th meeting will have sign ups for Art in Public Places. |
| There are still a few spots in the Art at the Schoolhouse. |
| American Cancer Society Relay for Life Event sponsored by Gayle Picken at Gallery By The Bay has a 24 Life Drawing Marathon March 6 to 7 from noon to noon. Each artisits need $25 registration fee. Forms are available on line, at the gallery. |
| Joyce Dunn and Skip Ingram announced need for help at the new, upcoming Arts for the Playground at Terry's Corner. A motion was made that SCAG buy a picket at the Playground for $35 with our name on it. Artists can each buy one also. Motion by Jo Heitzman, 2nd by Sue Swapp. |
| New Business: |
| Anne would like volunteers to get 3 judges for the Spring Art Show. Judges are paid $100 each. We need judges for 2D, 3D, and photography art. Send e-mail to Anne at camanoart@yahoo.com if you would like to volunteer to find any judges. |
| We would like to get a new name for this event since it is not in the Spring anymore. Art in Bloom was suggested by Ron Southworth. Other suggestions are encouraged. |
| Next Meeting will be held March 24th- fourth Wed. not the last Wed. this month. Bring art work for Poster contest for the Spring show. Program by member Ron Southworth-Photography |
| Last call for dues before membership list is revised. |
| ART BY THE BAY applications are available on our website or contact Mary Ann hinshawsartquest@verizon.net Spots are filling right up. |
| April 28th Meeting - program and Art By The Bay poster contest |
| Minutes respectfully submitted by Mary Ann Hinshaw- Secretary |
| Meeting ajourned at 8 p.m. with after meeting discussion regarding the Terry's Corner playground with Joyce and Skip until 8:15 |
| Additions and corrections from Anne Daletski and Respectfully submitted by Mary Ann-secretary |
| BOARD MEETING |
| Hallie Price reported on the status of the Adult Guild Scholarship. The present goal is to have a distribution of scholarship funds available for members by the end of 2010. Anne Daletski explained that this scholarship needed to be conducted outside of the S-CAF (Stanwood Camano Area Foundation) to limit access only to members of the Stanwood Camano Arts Guild. |
| Jerry Finn provided an updated packet of procedures and brief report on the status of the Stanwood Camano Arts Guild Student Scholarship. To date, he has had conversations with Hallie Price and Anne Daletski and he has had meetings with Sue Uhrich of Camano Arts Association (CAA) and Gail Merrick, the Stanwood High School visual arts instructor. He expects to meet with Theresa Metzger, Stanwood Camano Area Foundation (S-CAF) Director, during the first week in December. At the present time, the Guild offers 2 (two) $500 monetary scholarships. The guild provides the funds and determines the recipients; S-CAF distributes the funds directly to the educational facility for the student on the Guild's behalf. Anne Daletski explained that because S-CAF is a 501c3, funds may be donated by anyone who wants to support our scholarships by giving directly to S-CAF with the funds designated to be used for the SCAG scholarship fund; doing so will make the donation tax deductible for those who itemize. You may also donate directly to the Guild; however, we are not a 501c3, so donations made directly to us are not tax deductible for those itemize income taxes. |
| Guild Holiday Party, Saturday, December 12th - Board Members setup at 10am, with each person bringing greens for decorating. Ann Curtis has the key for the Mason's Hall. Maggie Miller will bring meat balls, Ann Curtis will bring shrimp and ham. |
| In January 2010, about the 12 or 13th, Hallie Price will hold a meeting of the board members in her home to work on a revision of the SCAG Bylaws. (The firm date as of this writing is now January 6, 2010 from 1 - 4pm). |
| GENERAL MEETING |
| The Holiday Party, with white elephant exchange, will be held December 12th between 6 and 9pm at the Mason's Hall (across the street from the Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center) in Stanwood. The Guild will provide meats and members will bring potluck dishes. Kristine Bougie will, once again, bring her prize winning chowder that seems to magically disappear each time it is served. Members with names A - H should bring appetizers, I - P salads or side dishes and R - Z desserts. |
| It was determined that the White Elephant Exchange will be held once again during the Holiday Party. Each person attending the party should bring a gift with a value of no more than $10 for the exchange. Each year, creative artists in the Guild make this a memorable mini-event (remember the hunting hats and dissertation by Bev Paulson a couple of years ago?)! |
| Doris Platis, owner of Seagrass Gallery, Camano Plaza, Camano Island shared with us her story of the 6-year evolution of Seagrass Gallery. Doris said that Seagrass Gallery uses the jury system to feature between 20 - 25 artists from the Pacific northwest and is run more like a co-op gallery. At this point she is working with the Design Stanwood and a local Olympic committee to draw visitors to Stanwood using a multiple faceted event during the 2010 Olympics through an event called "The Great NorthWest Glass Quest". It is hoped that it will be able to grow into an annual event. If additional information is desired, please contact: Doris Platis at: (360) 387-8300 or e-mail to: seagrassgallery@live.com |
| One possibility for the Glass Quest event is to have a store front available for an art project. SCAG members Sharon Dodge and Dorothy Faydo volunteered to serve as chairpersons on the committee to further the development of a store front project; other committee members are Helen Saunders and Laurie Ware (they are not Guild members). |
| Jack Gunter opened his new Stanwood Gallery, "Jack's Gas," just west of Old Pioneer Hwy. on SR-532 (across from Twin City Foods). |
| Dues are DUE. Unpaid members will be removed from Guild list according to the Bylaws of the Guild. |
| A Guild member suggested bringing art for critique during the first 10 minutes of every meeting. Those present voiced agreement that this would be a good element to add to the Guild meetings. It will be implemented starting with our January 27, 2010 meeting. |
| Think about a better name for the Spring Art Show. It would be great to have it start with the word “Art” because our other shows do. It would also be nice to have a name suited to another season in case we ever change the time (plus the first weekend in June feels like summer, not spring). March and April were tried in the past (snow birds are gone in Jan, Feb, March and some in the beginning of April). CAA Mother’s Day tour in May. ABB in July. CAA show in September. AAUW show in October. |
| Next general meeting Jan 27, 2010 – New member jurying |
| Remember to start creating your entry for the upcoming poster contests – Mar 24 for Spring Art Show / Apr 28 for Art by the Bay |
| Board Meeting: Present: Elaine Iodice, Anne Daletski, Ann Curtis, Jerry Finn, Hallie Price, Indy Behrendt |
| There was a question about what the dues are. Annual membership dues are $25 (dues paid after October 31st are late dues and are $30) |
| It was decided to ask the general membership to OK the purchase of a $399 computer to facilitate easier record keeping for the treasurer. We already own Quick Books. Indy will try to help Ann Curtis learn what to do with Quick Books unless we can find someone in the Guild who is even more expert. |
| GENERAL MEETING: Elaine asked for a volunteer or volunteers to coordinate programs for the following 4 meetings: November, February, March and April. Demonstrators and speakers receive some payment for their presentation. Contact Elaine if you are willing to either help with this or handle booking all of the programs yourself. |
| Hallie Price informed us that it is time to change the art hanging in various locations throughout Stanwood for Art in Public Places. Sign-up sheets were placed in the back of the room. Art will be installed on Thursday, October 15, 2009 at 1:00pm. |
| Teresa Metzger and Greg Gilday came from the Stanwood Camano Area Foundation and spoke to us about a new playground for kids ages 2 – 12 at Terry’s Corner on Camano Island. There is a competition for naming the playground. Total cost is expected to be $200,000. Donations are welcome. 750 volunteers are needed for 3 hour time slots on May 19, 2010, the day of construction and there are artistic opportunities. Please contact Teresa Metzger to volunteer your services at (360) 629-6878 or theresa@s-caf.org. Additional information is available at: http://iheartparks.org/default.aspx |
| Mark Ellinger announced a new program that will be similar to Lincoln City Floats (see http://www.oregoncoast.org/pages/glass-floats.php) to be held in conjunction with the 2010 Olympics and the Port Susan Snow Goose & Birding Festival. A web site is planned for the future to explain more about this event which may become a seasonal, annual event. Call Doris Platis at SeaGrass Gallery 360-387-8300 for more information. Hours are Wednesday – Monday 12 – 6pm daily, closed Tuesday. |
| Bobbie Samples announced that there is a house on the market with an art studio. If you know of anyone who may be interested, please contact Bobbi at bobbisamples@gmail.com. |
| We have 7 new members who have gone through the jurying process
successfully. 1.) Joyce Dunn - Acrylics, watercolor & ceramic sculpture 2.) Nancy Heuter - Acrylics 3.) Skip Ingraham 4.) Joan Johnson - Acrylic, watercolor, collage, mixed media and pencil 5.) Gloria Linch – use anything 6.) Bill Paulson – bird carving and walking sticks 7.) Ron Southworth – photography |
| Potential new member, Jim Shipley, came to the meeting but left his art at home. Because he completed his application and came to the September meeting used for jurying (with his broken foot), it was suggested that he bring his work to the business meeting in October. There were no objections. |
| There was discussion about a laptop computer for the treasurer. Ann Curtis found a Toshiba at Costco for $399. Bev Reaume motioned that we purchase the Toshiba laptop computer and Bobbye Miller seconded the motion. The motion was passed. |
| Melanie Serroels suggested that everyone start painting birds to get ready for the Port Susan Snow Goose & Birding Festival in February 2010. |
| Next Meeting October 28, 2009 Business meeting including election of new president |
| April 22, 2009 Board Meeting Present: Elaine Iodice, Anne Daletski, Mary Ann Hinshaw, Ann Curtis, Jerry Finn, Hallie Price, Maggie Miller, Joan Pennewell, Indy Behrendt |
| Tulip Festival Schoolhouse Show is doing good and up from last year. It is extending another week. Spring Show update - Need a food chairman and more volunteer help. Sign up sheets on tables in back of room. Discussion of advertising in Stanwood Camano Island Area Guide for 2009/2010 - discussion tabled to another meeting. Ideas for the Chamber to see if there is anything we want to do as a Guild to entice people to the Island with the Arts during the Winter Olympics. People seem focused on that event and any project we may do with the Arts would probably go un-noticed and overlooked. |
| GENERAL Membership Meeting |
| Poster contestant entry works for ART BY THE BAY were voted on and ballots counted during the meeting. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Kent Baker announced the "Plant Farm Show" in Sept. Get your application in. |
| Jeannie Borree introduced the High School Students who are receiving the Guild Art Scholarships. Kelsey Dingman showed some of her work. She will be going to Central. Camron Bailey also shared some of his work and will be going to Maryland Institute of Art. Congratulations to these two young artists. |
| Time was turned over to Guild member Dianna Shyne who talked about "Contemporary Impressionism". She shared a fascinating collection of slides of the works of Sergei Bongart and her former teacher who was his student. We also enjoyed a collection of her paintings. Thank you Dianna for inspiring us with your message and works. Dianna is teaching a watercolor workshop at Cama Beach in July. |
| Anne Daletski gave an update on the Spring Show in June. Sylvia Domoto volunteered to be the food Chairman again this year. Thanks, Sylvia. She did a great job last year. Posters and flyers wre passed out to be placed in various businesses advertising the Spring Show. Sign up sheets were available for volunteer help for the Show. Mary Ann Hinshaw gave a brief update on Art By The Bay Show proposal to move in 2010. she went out to the Fairgrounds to check it out. Lots of grass and road inside is graveled now. Nice buildings and great covered stage. LOTS OF PARKING. Aletter to ABB participants will be e-mailed to get feed back for the proposal to move. |
| Molly LeMaster's great painting of a colorful crab won the ABB Poster contest. |
| Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. Present: Elaine Iodice, Anne Daletski, Mary Ann Hinshaw, Ann Curtis, Jerry Finn Maggie Miller, Joan Pennewell, Indy Behrendt, Hallie Price. |
| Discussed ABB venue change - Mary Ann got a discount at the School for this years Show. Spring Show update. |
| Treasurers Report: Checking: $5584.75 Savings: $3884.28 - $2693.34 - $2514.66 |
| General Membership Meeting called to order by President Elaine Iodice at 7 p.m. |
| Announcements: Hallie told us that "Art in Public Places" has a date of April 16th to hang artwork in the various businesses. Sign up sheets were passed around for the different participating businesses. |
| Anne Daletski gave a brief update on the Spring Art Show. |
| Slips were passed out to vote on the artworks brought to the meeting for the poster for the Spring Show. They were tallied while our guest speakers spoke. |
| Time then was turned over to Chaim and Yonnah Ben Levy. They discussed the "Collaboration" of their art works. They gave a very interesting and informative look at their different artistic endeavors that they have put together to make great art pieces. They have done some "series" of different pieces with his photography and her painting combined. Including some on their hand thrown pottery. Thanks, Chaim and Yonnah for a great and enjoyable session. |
| Members then discussed the possible change of Art By The Bay next year to the Fairgrounds. Pros and Cons. Elaine will draft a letter to be sent out to participants and a vote will be by e-mail. |
| After the vote on the poster art works, Karen Bush's great floral will be used for the Spring Show Poster. |
| Next month artwork can be brought for the poster contest for Art by the Bay poster. |
| Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. Present: Elaine Iodice, Anne Daletski, Mary Ann Hinshaw, Jerry Finn, Indy Behrendt, Mark Dodge |
| Indy will be our new representative to the Stanwood Chamber Meetings. |
| ABB expenses and budget was discussed on ways to save money this year. |
| As a non-profit organization we found we are allowed to make up to $25,000 a year before paying any taxes. |
| Update on the Tulip Festival Schoolhouse Show was given. We need more participants. |
| Next month at March meeting will be the poster contest for the Spring Show |
| April will be the poster contest for Art By The Bay Show. |
| General Membership Meeting called to order by President Elaine Iodice at 7:05 p.m. |
| E-mailed minutes for January were approved by Anne Daletski and 2nd by Jerry Finn. |
| Bob Paczkowski was introduced as one of our Guild member watercolorist. He gave us a very interesting and informative message on "The Nature of Art and Color" Thanks, Bob. |
| Show updates were given. There is room for more participants in the Tulip Festival Schoolhouse Show in April. This was a great little show last year and anyone interested can get in touch with Bev Reaume beverly@camno.net |
| It was announced that next meeting on March 25th will be the poster contest for the Spring Show. April will be the poster contest for Art By The Bay. ALL mediums are encouraged to participate. Get your artistic ideas together and bring them to our next meeting. |
| Meeting closed by Elaine Iodice at 8 p.m. Minutes respectfully submitted by Mary Ann Hinshaw - secretary |
| Board Meeting 6:30 p.m. Present: Elaine Iodice, Anne Daletski, Mary
Ann Hinshaw, Ann Curtis, Jerry Finn, Maggie Miller, Joan Pennewell.
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| GENERAL Membership Meeting called to order by President Elaine
Iodice at 7 p.m.
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| Meeting adjourned at 7:45 Minutes respectfully submitted by Mary Ann Hinshaw - Secretary |
| Ann Curtis gave an update on the banking changes. We discussed putting more of Guild money into Money Market and CD accounts. Discussed the upcoming Christmas Party. We will decorate Sat. morning the 13th of Dec. at 10 a.m. Anne will get the key to the hall. This year the Guild will buy meats and have members bring accompanying dishes and desserts. Anne and Jerry will go get the meats and Mary Ann will get the table clothes, napkins and plates. |
| Due to circumstances our scheduled program did not arrive. |
| The Christmas Party on Dec. 13th was discussed. The Guild will buy meats and members will bring accompanying dishes. Members with last names starting with A's - L's - & W's were assigned to bring desserts. The Guild will supply water and coffee - members will bring any other beverages they may like to have. Bring a White Elephant exchange gift under $10. The Party is for partners and significant others. No children please. See you there. The door opens at 6 p.m. |
| We still need a Members Scholarship Chairman Volunteer. |
| Minutes respectfully submitted by Mary Ann Hinshaw, Secretary |
| With the change of Treasurer board member an audit of the books was done by President Elaine Iodice, outgoing treasurer Libby Michailoff, and currant treasurer Ann Curtis. Motion was made to change the Guild money accounts to Coastal Bank in Stanwood. It was approved and voted on. With the changing of the banks, the signature board members are: Elaine Iodice, President - Anne Daletski, 1st Vice Pres. - Mary Ann Hinshaw, Secretary - Ann Curtis, Treasurer |
| Sara Gosnold from the Cama Beach Wooden Boat Center provided our program. She gave us a wonderful history and explanation of her work there. She shared her passion for her work and encouraged us to connect with the public to use the resources there. the Boat House accommodates classes and workshops of different art fields for adults and children. The artists were invited to participate with any instructional classes or help with volunteer of craft supplies and join the experience. |
| Diane Hill introduced the current board members and gave nominations for new board members. Those added were: Jerry Finn - 2nd Vice Pres. Maggie Miller, Joan Penewell, Indy Bhrendt were additional members added to the board. Sue Morrison will continue as Program Chairman. A call was made for Membership and Newsletter Chairman and a Historian. |
| It was voted on to change the November Meeting date to Thurs. the 20th of Nov. to be in less conflict with the Thanksgiving Holiday. |
| ANNUNCEMENTS: The Tulip Schoolhouse Show is a GO again this coming year with Bev Reaume remaining as Chairman. Sharon Dodge gave and update on November "Art Matters" show at Four Springs Nov, 1st - 2nd. |
| A note was read from Theresa Metzger, thanking us for the art gracing the walls of the Area Foundation Office. |
| Minutes respectfully submitted by Mary Ann Hinshaw - Secretary |
| Due to health reasons, Libby Michailoff officially resigned from the Treasurer position on the Stanwood Camano Arts Guild. Introduced as the new Treasurer of the Stanwood Camano Arts Guild was Ann Curtis, who was appointed by Pres. Elaine Iodice for a one year term. We sincerely THANK Libby for all of her hard work and many hours devoted to her volunteer Treasurer position. |
| Christmas Party Dec. 13th Bring a white elephant gift or do a white elephant in your medium. |
| Call for volunteer positions- Historian, Newsletter, Membership scholarship. Job descriptions were given. Also need someone that might have contacts and info to get interesting presentations for our open meetings |
| The interest from our CD Acct. is at $150 -SCAG will match this amount to put towards a scholarship for one of our members (to take a class or etc. to further their art interests) This will be spear headed by the Member scholarship Chairman. |
| Hall Price reported on Art In Public Places - time to rotate and sign ups sent around. |
| November "Art Matters" Show combined with CAA - Sharon Dodge handed out info and sign ups for volunteers to help with and during the show. |
| Anne Daletski made announcement info on "Spring Art Show" and passed sign up sheet for volunteer help. |
| "Plant Farm" 1st year Show at Smoky point was a success. Looking forward to next year. |
| Melanie Serroels gave info about the "Snow Goose Festival" and poster contest. Poster art to be delivered to the Chamber Office by Oct. 23. |
| New Members: Anita Amrhein - watercolor - Camano Isl. Bob Bostwick - wood turning bowls and blanket chests - Camano Isl. Charles Branch - photography, printing - Camano Isl. Dianna Brooks - acrylic paintings - Camano Isl. Karan Bush - watercolor and oil - Camano Isl. Mark Ellinger - hand blown art glass - Stanwood Daryl Deitz - pencil and watercolor - Mt. Vernon Saundra Knapp - watercolor-mixed media - Mt. Vernon Sally Pray - fused glass jewelry - Camano Isl. Patty Paddock - photography, driftwood collages - Camano Isl. Cynthia Reardon - watercolor - Mt. Vernon Richard Setman - photography - Mt Vernon |
| All artist had great work and we welcome them as a wonderful addition to the Guild. |
| October 29 - business Meeting and Sara Gosnold, Center for wooden Boats, Cama Beach will speak. |
Minutes respectfully submitted by Mary Ann Hinshaw - Secretary
Board Meeting
| Anne Daletski would like to ask guild members for volenteers to do signage and get paint for sandwhich boards for art show signs. |
| Bev Reaume briefed the board on the purchase of a cash register for sales at the Schoolhouse Art Show. |
| Sharon Dodge brought to us the issue of Guild members joining CAA members in their 4 Springs "Art Matters" Show Nov. 8th. It was decided to bring it before the Guild members for a vote. Banking papers were brought and signed by Anne Daletski and Mary Ann Hinshaw to add them to the Guild Account. We will be setting up a seperate account dedicated to the Art at the Schoolhouse Show. |
General Membership Meeting
| Bev Reaume gave an update on the Art at the Schoolhouse. She explained the need for a new cash register with Quick Books software to keep an accurate record of sales at the Schoolhouse Show, and a motion was entered. Members passed the motoin. There will be a training session on the use of the cash register and wireless credit card machine by those working at the show. |
| A motion to use $300 of Guild monies for bags, tissue, bubble wrap etc. for Art at the Schoolhouse was made by Bev Reaume and 2nd by Jerry Finn. Christensen's Nursery will allow us to store money and change with them as needed at night. |
| Sue Morrison gave a Scholarship update. |
| Thanks was given to all who helped Anne Daletski with the Snow Goose project. The "Arts Event" brochure looks great. Thanks Anne! |
| Anne Daletski has wood donated and needs help with making generic Art Show sandwich board signs that we can use for the Schoolhouse Show and the Spring Show. Gary Wold volenteered to help. We need donations of paint also and possibly more wood. We need to find out the rules for placing signs on the road for the Tulip Festival Schoolhouse Show. |
| Victor Loverro reminded us of the deadline of March 18th for poster contest for "Harvest Jubilee" in Stanwood Sept. 20th. A logo is also needed for anyone interested in doing one. |
| Sharon Dodge explained the 4 Springs "Art Matters" Show Nov. 8th and asked if SCAG members would like to join the CAA members in a joint show. Sue Morrison made a motion that we do so and 2nd by Ray Fossum. Vote by guild membership was approved. 10% of slaes go to 4 Springs. |
| Anne Daletski gave an update on "Spring Show". She brought up a possibility fo renting the Masonic Hall across the street for art show booth space and demos. Discussion of this was tabled until next meeting. |
| Time was turned to Chuck Branch to talk to us about making prints and giclee' of artists work. He does reproduction and large format printing at his stuido on Camano Island. We thank him for the enlightening infomation. Anyone interested can call 360-387-8937. |
| Sylvia Domoto won the "Spring Show" poster contest with the vote of the guild members. It was a colorful painting of poppies. |
| There is a poster contest open to booth Guilds for the new cover of the Stanwood Camano Guide. Deadline is in April. |
Board Meeting
Two items involving banking were discussed. First, the Board discussed who should have signing privileges for the bank accounts. Currently the President, Elaine Iodice, and the Treasurer, Libby Michialoff, are listed on the accounts. It was decided that it would be best to add the 1st Vice President, Anne Daletski, and the Secretary, Mary Ann Hinshaw, to these accounts. Elaine will obtain signature cards from the bank for Anne and Mary Ann to sign. Second, because we will be involved in the Tulip Festival with Art at the Schoolhouse, it has been decided to set up a separate dedicated account for this show. Elaine Iodice (President), Libby Michialoff (Treasurer) and Beverly Reaume (Chairperson - Art at the Schoolhouse) will be in charge of this account. The board members in attendance unanimously agreed to institute these changes. Additionally, the Guild will begin using a wireless seasonal account to accept credit card transactions at our shows. This will mean that approval or rejection of credit cards will be made at the point of sale.
The Stanwood Camano Area Foundation will sponsor a workshop on February 29th with Susan Howlett about grant writing and fund raising. Elaine and Anne volunteered to attend. Theresa Metzger indicated an approximate cost of $50.00 per person and a limit of 4 individuals from each group. Per information provided by Libby prior to the meeting, this fee will not be reimbursed by the Guild to those attending.
The Stanwood Camano Arts Guild will have a 10 X 10 booth during the Snow Goose Festival the weekend of February 23 - 24 to promote the Guild and various shows sponsored by the Guild throughout the year. We have been notified that our booth will be located at the Masons' Hall (where we have our Holiday Party & White Elephant Gift Exchange) across the street from the Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center.
Victor Loverro mentioned hearing about both the Harvest Jubilee and a show sponsored by Gallery by the Bay in conjunction with a Whidbey group but it was decided we would not make any announcement as we were not contacted by anyone about either venue. Victor said he will check further and send an email at a later date.
General Membership meeting
Hallie Price announced that Art in Public Places will rotate art again on Thursday, March 27th from 2:00pm to 3:30pm. A sign-up sheet was circulated at the meeting. We now have 4 venues in Stanwood with 4 volunteers handling each location. They are: Frontier Bank - Anne Daletski Washington Federal - Ann Curtis Stanwood Physical Therapy - Jan Nicholson Stanwood Camano Area Foundation - Melanie Serroels Note: S-CAF is moving to Viking Village It was asked if artists ever sell their work through this exposure. Hallie informed us that a few have sold. The art hangs for 6 months. If a piece of art sells, it is the artist's responsibility to replace the sold art with another.
Anne Daletski circulated sign up sheets for the 6th Annual Spring Art Show. If you did not sign up and are interested in volunteering, please contact Anne at camanoART@yahoo.com (The first Spring Art Show committee meeting will probably take place Monday afternoon, February 18, 2008)
Melanie Serroels is the coordinator for this year's community banner program. She informed us that banner painting will once again take place at the Four Springs Preserve on Camano Island. She had scheduled a meeting with the City of Stanwood and informed us that she'll be sending an email to us later.
Melanie also plans to have a few signed posters for the Snow Goose Festival available during the festival. They may be obtained for a small donation at Four Springs Preserve, the Floyd Norgaard, the Snow Goose Book Store and the Stanwood Chamber of Commerce.
Free as the Birds: Susan Cohen Thompson is coordinating art to be hung at Four Springs Preserve. Art will be installed on February 7th and will be up throughout the Snow Goose festival. Artists may display up to 3 pieces. Contact Susan with any questions.
Anne Daletski asked for a volunteer to help her design a brochure to hand out during the Snow Goose Festival for the Stanwood Camano Arts Guild and the Guild's three 2008 shows. Bec Thomas volunteered. Thanks Bec!
Bev Reaume has sent the prospectus and applications for Art at the Schoolhouse via email. She was surprised that she still has space available. Completed materials are to be sent to Bev by February 9th. Remember, participating in daily indoor or outdoor space includes a commitment to work 2 full days at Christianson's circa 1888 Schoolhouse from 9:00am to 6:00pm. Tent space is available the weekend of April 18 to 20th. Tent vendors will "man" their own tents and are not required to work in the Schoolhouse if their only venue is the weekend tent portion of the show.
Art by the Bay has a May 19th registration date. Members get a special rate, but if the application is postmarked alter than May 31st, the full rate is to be paid. Member rates are as follows: 10 X 10 @ $ 75.00 (full rate $150.00) 10 X 20 @ $150.00 (full rate $300.00) half booth @ $40.00 (full rate $80.00) 10 X 2 in the hallway @ $40.00 (full rate $80.00) You may keep your space from last year if the application is received on time. New spaces are assigned on a first come first serve basis.
The Childrens Booth at Art by the Bay will not include toddlers and elementary school children in 2008. This year it will only be available for teenagers.
We had 3 individuals jury in to the Guild at the January 23, 2008 meeting. All were unanimously accepted. They are: Molly Le Master (watercolors) mdlemaster@wavecable.com Holly Evans (pencil drawings, portraits, acrylics) caho.evans@wavecable.com Rocky Barrick (pencil, wildlife, illustrator, Americana, trains, acrylics, watercolors, oils) drbarrick@hotmail.com 360-435-3457 They will each complete an application form at a later date as there were none at the meeting. Welcome all!
Remember, we will be jurying art for posters. February 27th bring something to be juried for the 6th Annual Spring Art Show (a judged members only show). All art is eligible, both 2D and 3D art. The show is at the Floyd the first weekend in June this year. March 26th we'll be jurying poster art for Art by the Bay.
December 8th - no regular meeting - Holiday Potluck & White Elephant Party Masonic Lodge, 27205 102nd Ave NW, Stanwood, WA: Social Hour 6:00pm Dinner 7:00pm
Board: discussed the Christmas Party of December 8th. The board members will meet at 10:00am on the 8th to set up equipment and decorations. The party will start at 6:00pm with plans to eat at 7:00pm. The date of the November meeting was discussed when it was realized that the 4th Wednesday of the month is after Thanksgiving this year, so the meeting will take place on November 28th.
Dues: We still have some members who need to pay their dues. Those paid by October 31st are $25.00. Anything after October 31st is considered late. Late dues are $30.00 for the year. Those current members who have not paid by January will no longer be on the roster per the treasurer, Libby Michialoff.
Scholarships: Debi Adair asked about the $500.00 annual high school student scholarship. It was noted that the $200.00 adult scholarship is in addition to the $500.00 scholarship for younger students at the high school.
Elections: The following board members were at the end of their current terms and volunteered to continue in their current positions: Hallie Price, John Muhler, Libby Michialoff and Elaine Iodice. We needed a new secretary to replace Jeannie Burham and Mary Ann Hinshaw agreed to fill this position as requested by Elaine Iodice. Elaine submitted the entire ticket to the attending membership for a vote by hands and all were elected unanimously. We would like to extend a special welcome to our newest member of the board, Mary Ann Hinshaw, Secretary. (Some of our newer members may not know that Mary Ann will be Connie Hevly's assistant for Art by the Bay starting in 2008; her new position as secretary will probably help her in this capacity.) Thank you Jeannie for a job well done and your years of service. We'll all miss your funny little quips in the meeting notes. Libby has also made it abundantly clear that she will not continue as treasurer for more than the next 2 years. She kept that great smile of hers but sounded like she meant it! She asked that each of you consider taking this post in 2009. It would be best to start to learn about this important job before she actually turns the books over to the next treasurer, so please feel free to let her know if this is something you would like to do.
Committees:
1.) Newsletters - Bobbye Miller volunteered to spearhead our newsletter but needs help. We have not had a newsletter for quite a few months. Someone with computer skills would make this job easier. Bobbye's email address is bobbyeamiller@yahoo.com
2.) Programs - Sue Morrison is heading the program committee for this fiscal year. She has Dan Koffman coming to talk to us next month (Nov. 28th). If anyone has any suggestions for other programs, please contact Sue. Her email address is shaggydoglovers@yahoo.com
3.) Refreshments - Funny thing. John Muhler wasn't even at this meeting and still I heard that he thinks we need a refreshment committee! After some comments and laughter about whether we even needed refreshments, Melanie Serroels raised her hand enthusiastically and stated that if she knew what he wanted for refreshments, she'd bring something for John. Then Candi Martin-Baker pipped up and said she thought we should have John head the committee. Not a bad idea, then John would get what he likes. So John, when do you start? Is anyone else laughing besides me? A little comedy relief never hurts.
4.) Scholarships - This is the annual scholarship committee that works with the art teacher at Stanwood High School, Gail Merrick. The committee reviews information to determine which high school student will be awarded our $500.00 scholarship. (The winner last spring was KC Kleek.) The 2008 volunteers are: Sue Morrison - Chairperson, Debi Adair, Lane Rowell and Bobbye Miller.
Tulip Festival: Elaine announced that we are going forward with our new presence at the 2008 Tulip Festival. Our venue at Christianson's Nursery is titled "Art at the Schoolhouse." We have submitted our information to the folks who coordinate the Tulip Festival brochure. Remember, the chairperson is Beverly Reaume.
Art in Public Places: Hallie thanked her helpers for Art in Public Places Ann Curtis, Anne Daletski and Jan Nicholson. Those of our Guild members who signed up for this will have their art displayed at Washington Federal Bank, Frontier Bank and Stanwood Physical Therapy until April 2008. Hallie will probably have new sign up sheets for the next rotation at the March 2008 meeting.
Olympics: Sue Morrison made a follow up statement on her suggestions from the September meeting when she indicated she had recently been visiting in Canada and they are getting ready for the 2010 Winter Olympics. A second train is planned to run between Mt. Vernon and the events. She wondered if there might be a way for us to exhibit or sell art during this time. There will be many visitors to this area from all over the world. At the October 24th meeting she stated she has heard that the art groups in Everett are already making plans to take advantage of the extra people in the area in 2010. It's probably a good thing that she's reminding us that it isn't too soon to start planning for this rare opportunity. Remember, we may have a train stop in Stanwood by then. Put your creative thinking caps on so we can all cash in on this. If anyone wants to volunteer to be on an idea committee, it probably isn't too soon to start. I'd be willing to bet Sue'll be there! Plus it's a good excuse to go out for coffee and ... whatever ...
Board: Discussed the Guild's participation in the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival and the impact on our Treasurer: keeping track of money for dues, Art by the Bay, Tulip Festival, and Spring Show. Also, Libby expressed concern for use of the Guild's charge machine and phone access at Christiansen's during the Tulip Festival. Libby contacted the bank and was told we could have their seasonal credit card set up which only costs $92.50 for the months we need to use it. This machine is wireless and does not need access to any phone line. The credit cards are either accepted or denied at the time of the purchase. We felt it would be worth it for the Guild to spend this amount of money to have a more secure system and believe each show itself should absorb the cost of this machine. Artists could be charged whatever the additional service charges are per purchase or we could decide on something else if it is easier and equitable.
Art by the Bay: Certificates were presented to a few of the Guild members who had contributed to Art by the Bay, with extra efforts, time, energy and support. Jeannie presented them on behalf of Connie Hevly, Art by the Bay chairwoman. -Tim & Dian Dangler, for the beautiful new Art by the Bay signs -Don & Carol Akerley, for service above and beyond the call of duty during Hurricane Camano -Andy Hill, also for service above and beyond the call of duty during Hurricane Camano -Elaine Iodice, for weathering the storms of 2007-2008
Public art: will rotate again October 18th, 2pm, at the three locations: Washington Federal Bank, Stanwood Physical Therapy and Frontier Bank. Hallie had sign-up sheets for those interested in participating.
New members were juried: Kristine Bougie - colored pencil, watercolor Sharon Dodge - oils, acrylics Luanne Knutzen - watercolor, gouache, scratch art Wanda Kupersmith - watercolor Don Ohlson - acrylics Rodney Patzer - copper Russ Riddle - woodworking, marquetry Donna Schlegman - mixed media painting Mary Simmons - glass Dianna Shyne - acrylics Sue Simpson - collage Jeff Wernli - watercolor AJ & Jack Ferrell - ceramics
Tulip Festival: Beverly Reaume, co-chair of the Guild's Tulip Festival committee, gave a brief summary of our participation in the 2008 Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. The Guild would be able to use a historic schoolhouse building at Christianson's nursery for all of April for $600. An ad in the brochure cost $300. There is about 20 x 25 feet useable space in the building. Set-up would occur in March. Some outdoor space is available for canopies, but there really isn't any security. Planning is still in progress with more specifics to come in the following months. If you can help or have questions, contact Beverly at 360-387-5619.
The outdoor space available for canopies at Christianson's Nursery during Art at the Schoolhouse (Tulip Festival) measures approximately 60' X 63'. Although some believe security is an issue, I mentioned that Christianson's has a great deal of their own merchandise outdoors. The outdoor space we have is surrounded by tall, deep, large hedges on 2 sides (including the road side and along the south) plus the Schoolhouse blocks a most of the access to the north. I encouraged everyone to pay a visit to the nursery to see for themselves what we will be allowed to use. I suggested that everyone think about taking advantage of selling their art remembering that many tourists come through the tulip fields (some come by the bus load!) and will be looking for garden art and small things they may put in a suitcase to take home. Jennifer Bowman told me that at Tulip Town most of their purchases are for smaller inexpensive items.
Spring Art Show: will be held the first weekend in June, 2008. The venue is new: the Floyd Norgaard Center in Stanwood. We'll be able to set up on Thursday, June 5th. Friday, a patron's party—art show on Saturday and Sunday. More information at a later date re: poster art.
White Elephant Gift Exchange+Holiday Party: will be held on December 8th at the Masonic Hall in Stanwood. Start gathering, creating, imagining your White Elephant and make plans to attend this festive and fun potluck party.
Snow Goose Festival: The artwork for the Snow Goose Festival poster is due October 10th between 11am and 2pm at the Stanwood Chamber of Commerce office.
Stats: Libby presented a comparison of money earned, spent, profit/loss, membership participation in events, and other data. Of particular note: about 20% of our members participate in either Art by the Bay or the Spring Show. 40% of the membership participates in both arts events. Libby will keep records over the next couple of years to be sure we are meeting the needs of the membership.
Art by the Bay Issues: About 21 Guild members responded to Elaine’s survey re: Art by the Bay issues. The Board considered all recommendations including limiting the event to just Guild members, parking, moving the location to the fairgrounds, cap the number of vendors, open the hallway, members get priority for locations, parking again, finding consistent volunteer help, music, children’s booth and competition. After much discussion it was decided to limit the participation to artists in the northwest, with a cap of 150 vendors. Parking can be improved with addition signage, monitoring and possible vendor parking at the Senior Center. It must be emphasized that all vendors lose customers when out patrons are circling the driveway looking for a place to park. There will no longer be volunteer shuttle drivers for vendors due to liability issues. Professional drivers will be considered for 2008. Also, there may be liability issues with out-of-area artists staying in our homes. This may also be discontinued. Guild members already have priority for spots in Art by the Bay as well as a dicounted participation fee. But, all participants must adhere to the entry deadline. After the deadline, there will be a late fee and no guarantee there will be a space for you as these are limited. The 2008 fees are raised to $150 (non-members) and $75 (members).
Tulip Festival: Anne reported on an option for the Guild’s possible participation in the Tulip Festival. A 20x30 space is available to rent from Christianson’s Nursery at $600 for the month of April. It’s located across from Roozengaard. The cost of the ad in the Tulip Festival brochure is $300 for the first year, $400 the second year and $500 after that. (The brochure ad needs to be sent in by September 30th). This would be an opportunity for the Guild membership to co-operatively exhibit and sell artwork during the tulip festival. *Please see Elaine’s message included in this newsletter* If you decide to participate, know that you will be required to work some shifts as cashier, host, greeter, set-up, etc. There would also be an expense for new signs and other advertising, as well as payment for a chairperson for the festival. The Guild is also looking for committee members. Participation alternatives are flexible: participate for one week, two weeks, the entire month and perhaps other options. If you are interested in participating, contact Elaine as soon as possible. 387-7869 or elaine_ian@wavecable.com
Other: 1.) Discussed he Guild’s involvement in a Visitor Information Brochure. What is the cost? 2.) The Guild’s scholarship student will be given space to display art in the Guild Member’s booth at Art by the Bay. 3.) CAA would like to borrow grids and pedestals for an allmembers show they are having in November at Four Springs. 4.) Elaine will continue on as Guild President for another term. 5.) Jeannie is stepping down as Secretary this year. 6.) And... is there anyone who would like to take over the NEWSLETTER???
Tulip Festival/Spring Show - The Board discussed the idea of Guild members exhibiting artwork during the Tulip Festival. One of the main projects would be to find a space to rent, the Rexville Grange was mentioned as a possibility. Guild members participating would also staff the exhibit. This would be one other opportunity for artists to show and sell their artwork. Elaine would like the membership to consider changing the date of the Spring Show. Maybe during Memorial Day weekend.
Members were asked to consider participating in the Tulip Festival. This would be an opportunity for art sales during the popular festival. The cost of advertising in the festival brochure is $300. All members who chose to participate would be responsible to staff the site as a cooperative event. (In 2010, Skagit Valley is hosting the World Tulip Conference. The Tulip Festival brings in many tourists, locals and art patrons—folks who often drive right past Camano Island and Stanwood.)
Artist's Yard Sale - Art by the Bay and the Uncommon Commons market: There will be another event coinciding with Art by the Bay, held at Brindles at the Camano Commons. There will be an artist's rummage sale as well as the weekend outdoor market. We don't want to have people think that this is Art by the Bay. A booth will be set up with artist information, business cards. poster, concert schedule and directions to the site at the school for Art by the Bay.
Board meeting in August - There is no general membership meeting for July or August. Jeannie will not be continuing on for another term as Secretary. A nominating committee will be formed.
Art by the Bay - Connie Hevly introduced her assistant for Art by the Bay, Mary Ann Hinshaw. Vendors, try to get dropped off to help ease the parking issues. A booth ID will be issued for better set-up coordination. It is very helpful if vendors can set up on Friday. Kiwanis will have fish & chips on Friday evening for vendors' dinner. Thank you, Tim, for the new signs. Some other areas needing help: a booth ID maker table set up and supervised at Brindle's (Sue Morrison suggested getting balloons) coffee ticket printer (for free cup of coffee) music set-up/take-down place signs/ take down signs parking guide at Island Co. offices children's booth helpers. Sharon Dodge will be helping in the Children's Booth. Sharon is not even a member yet. (Thank you!) The credit card machine will be available for Art by the Bay sales through Hallie Price. If you are using any of the Guild's grids, pick them up at the storage barn at 9:00 am Friday. Posters can start going up after the 4th if July.
Art Displays - Public art will rotate again in September at the three locations: Washington Federal Bank, Stanwood Physical Therapy and (?). Hallie will have more information at the next meeting.
The Other 51 Weekends project has 11 or 13 artists signed up with room for more.
Upcoming Meetings - Don't forget, the next meeting is September 26th—an opportunity to jury NEW MEMBERS. In November, there will be a program on how to market art.
The "Art by the Bay discussion" will be postponed until after the festival. All members are encouraged to give it some thought and share ideas and suggestions at a future meeting. Thoughts and ideas are welcome anytime; contact a Guild board member.
The Harvest Jubilee was introduced to the Guild by Vivian Henderson. The Jubilee is a revitalized version of a 1930s event, showcasing area farms and farming with a goal of stimulating agri-tourism. It will be held September 22nd in Stanwood with involvement of the Historical Society, Twin City Foods, local truck farmers, harvest vehicles, pea equipment, a tractor show, displays and exhibits, a barbeque and a dance. Sue Morrison (joking under the alias of "Hallie Price") volunteered to chair an art exhibit. Vivian suggested also another Art Walk at the same time. The next meeting of the Harvest Jubilee planning committee will be May 30, 5pm, Floyd Norgaard Center. Open to the public. The Jubilee is asking artists to submit designs for a poster for the event. For more information, contact Vivian at 360-652-2569 or vmail@cedarcomm.com
The Spring Show - Elaine has asked Guild members to consider a month-long participation in the Tulip Festival as an alternative to the Spring Art Show. Since we are not on the 'tulip trail', it might be a good idea to move the Spring Show to the tulip festival route. (see notes from the board meeting above) Another idea is to change the date of the Spring Show to coincide with the February Snow Goose Festival. More discussion to follow at a later date.
Art by the Bay Update: 145 vendors this year with 61 of them Guild members. Definitely growing! Connie is looking for an assistant which the Guild will pay $200.00 Contact Connie Hevly: 360-387-5815 or cjhev@earthlink.net There's still space in the Guild members group booth. Contact Sue Morrison. 360-387-1222 Bobbi Foltz is organizing the Childrens Booth for Art by the Bay with the help of Mike Munz. Mike will give and oil painting demo. They are looking for acrylic and watercolor artists to demonstrate. If you have any mat board, 8x10ish, they will happily accept your donation. The art this year will be done using photo references and the kids will be encouraged to enter their artwork in the Fair. There may also be a mural project for older kids.
Program - Encaustic Painting: A program was presented by John Vanderbrooke on his very non-traditional method of encaustic painting. John has been experimenting with encaustic the past 4 years, using a small iron to melt the encaustic stick then applying directly onto paper. He uses tissue paper, Kleenex, photos, color copies and even rubber stamps in his creations. You can find his artwork at Gallery North in Edmonds. His website is www.FunEasyArt.com
C of Cs: The Guild now has membership in both the Camano Island and the Stanwood Chambers of Commerce. Anne Daletski is the contact person for the Camano Chamber and Norman Kearsley is our representative for the Stanwood Chamber. The Guild's Spring Art Show artists' biography binder is now at the Stanwood Chamber; there are approximately 50 biographies/artist statements/samples of art in the binder. If additional Guild members wish to add information to the binder, remember each member is entitled to one page (front and back). There are 20 empty plastic sleeves in the back of the binder for your use. All information is filed in the binder alphabetically by last name.
Art by the Bay - the KIDS booth: Bobbi Foltz and Connie Kanarick are once again heading this portion of ABB. In an effort to keep things neat and orderly, they plan to have a theme of "By the Bay" this year. They need volunteers to help them. Bobbi said, "Helpers will be allowed to show their work." You may send an email to Bobbi at bobbifoltz@yahoo.com or call her.
Art by the Bay - Members booth: In previous years we had a 10x10 booth for Guild members wishing to display 1 to 4 pieces of art and we have room to go back to doing this again. Sue Morrison will chair. She and her husband, Ted, will be responsible for getting the booth set up, making sure the work is displayed and scheduling volunteers to "man" the booth. The booth fee will be divided among the Guild's member artists who participate in this opportunity.
Support our local artists! Friday, April 27th, there was a resident art show at Merrill Gardens called "Art in the Gardens" with a reception beginning at 3:00pm featuring guest artist and fellow Guild member, Bev Paulson. Refreshments were served.
"The Other 51 Weekends:" Our speaker, Dan Koffman, understands and pursues the business end of art. He and fellow guild member, Sue Morrison, have come up with an idea much like our Guild member's biography binder, but with the emphasis on encouraging patrons to visit your studio or gallery so it will be easier for people to purchase your art. Dan had samples of what he needs to compile this information. The pages will be 8.5" x 5.5" and will face each other so they may fit in the display racks at the Camano Chamber Visitor Information Center. You will need to provide 10 sets of these pages for Dan's Display binders.
Participation in this project will require at least 500 - 4x9 rack cards designed anyway you as the creator wish with the following exceptions; they must include a map of where you, your studio or your gallery are located and they must include your open hours or if you take appointments only. If you are closed, you must place a GALLERY CLOSED sign at your facility so any art patrons who drive to your place know upon driving up to it that for some reason you are closed.
The project launches after Mother's Day and has a deadline of June 1st to get needed, completed elements to Dan. Those with questions may contact Dan.
Dan Koffman
Koffman Studio & Gallery Art with a Smile!
www.artwithasmile.com
Questions? dan@koffman.net or (360) 387-3024
Art by the Bay Poster selection: After a vote by members present, an acrylic painting by John Muhler was chosen as the artwork for Art by the Bay 2007.
Meeting Program: At the March guild meeting we had a speaker, Carie Collver, Gallery Director, Arts Council of Snohomish Council. The Arts Council mission statement is, "Celebrate and promote art for the enhancement of the community."
Carrie provided wonderful tips for approaching a Gallery: 1. Investigate the gallery (will it carry your line of work?) 2. Call to make an appointment to see if the gallery would like to carry your art. 3. Keep your portfolio current (learn how to photograph your art or have it done professionally). She also distributed handouts explaining how to construct your portfolio.
Some other suggestions provided by Carrie: 1. Art Calendar is a publication to keep you up to date and informed. www.artcalendar.com 2. Get a website together. Many Galleries accept digital images for juried shows. 3. Make up some business cards. It's also nice if you can use one of your images on the cards. 4. Mat (neutral color) and frame artwork for shows and galleries. Simple and modest works best.
For more information: Arts Council of Snohomish County is located in the Historic Monte Cristo at 1507 Wall Street in Everett. 425-257-8380 P.O. Box 5038 Everett, WA 98206 artsinfo@artscouncilofsnoco.org
Music Too: The Stanwood Camano Arts Guild has a few members who create visually and musically. Steve Harris and Friends had two wonderful free concerts the final weekend of March to celebrate the release of their new CD. One was in Everett and the second was at the Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center in Stanwood. Attendance was great, refreshments were served and the music was toe tapping terrific.
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