BRUSHSTROKES

December 2009

DATES and UPDATES

December 8, 6:30 p.m. Christmas Party and Installation of Officers
Gallery North on the Square
Catering by Bloomington Cooking School.
Reservations are now closed.

Friday, December 5, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Gallery Walk
Affordable Art at Gallery North on the Square with many items under $100. Exhibiting at Gallery North are BWS members Jeanne Iler, Jeanne Dutton, Cathy Korinek, Linda Meyer-Wright, and Carolyn Rogers Richard.

Several members are exhibiting at Bellevue, By Hand, the Venue and the Waldron's Holiday Art Mart. Enjoy Christmas shopping during the last Gallery Walk of 2008.

December 7, Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Beth Shalom Multicultural Bazaar
Congregation Beth Shalom, 3750 E. Third Street
BWS members participating in the bazaar are Bonnie Gordan-Lucas, Linda Meyer-Wright, and Nancy Davis Metz.

January 12, Monday, 6:00 p.m.
First Christian Church
BWS Monthly Meeting - details as we get closer.

ELECTIONS
Your new BWS officers have been elected, and it is a pleasure to announce that they are:
Nancy Davis Metz, President
Jeanne Ellen Dutton, 1st Vice President
Shelly Ritter, 2nd Vice President
Returning officers, to whom we are very grateful, are:
Carol Rhodes, Treasurer
Jo Weddell, Secretary
Committees will be announced in January by Nancy, and anyone who is interested in serving on a committee, please let her know.
We could use a couple people for a clean-up committee after the meetings. It only takes a few minutes, but it's an important detail to leave the church as sparkling as we find it - that way, we know we will be welcome!

ACCOLADES and KUDOS

Gillian Harris' watercolor of Goldenseal, "Hydrastis canadensis" (a native woodland plant) has just been accepted into the American Society of Botanical Artists' travelling exhibit titled "Losing Paradise? Endangered Plants Here and Around the World." The exhibition will open at the Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis October 2009, then will go to Chicago, New York, The Smithsonian, and California.

Several BWS members exhibited at the Brown County Art Guild "Senior Show," including Jacki Frey and Bob Thrasher.

Bob also had a painting in the membership show in June which was a winter scene of Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. Bob printed some cards from this painting and sent them to his daughter whose husband teaches at Gonzaga. The cards are now being sold at an interior decorating shop in Spokane.

The Indiana Artists Club has an membership exhibit at the Columbus Learning Center located at 4555 Central Ave, Columbus. Take the opportunity to visit this facility and view the show before it ends on January 9; you will be very impressed with the building as well as the artwork.
Connie Brorson won a merit award of $100; and Jacki Frey, Tricia Wente and Jean Vietor also displayed their work. The following images are works in order by these artists. (Thanks to Susan Blunck for the photos...and we apologize for the glare from the extensive wall of glass!)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS
T'is the season to be jolly, for sure! It's also a time to reflect on our blessings of friends and family, a time to be grateful for the God-given talents we, as artists, are so fortunate to have. I wish you all the very best of holidays, full of happiness and joy, and extend my heartfelt thanks to every single officer, committee chair, and member who has made this such a successful year for BWS, and an incredibly fulfilling year for me, your out-going president.

Fondly,
Jeanne

Brushstrokes is an (almost) monthly publication
of the Bloomington Watercolor Society
Jeanne Ellen Dutton, editor
PO Box 5236
Bloomington IN 47407-5236
members@BloomingtonWatercolor.org
BloomingtonWatercolor.org

BLOOMINGTON WATERCOLOR SOCIETY

MEETING MINUTES

First Christian Church
October 13, 2008

In attendance: Tina Allgood, Dan Alexander, Susan Blunck, Jeanne Dutton, Jodi Estell, Jacki Frey, Charlotte Ann Griffin, Jeanne Iler, Stephen Jackson, Cathy Korinek, Sara Steffey McQueen, Nancy Davis Metz, Kim Neubecker, Shelly Ritter, Alice Sharp, Bob Talbot, Robert Thrasher, Betty Wagoner, Susan Webb, Joanne Weddle, Tricia Wente
Visitors: Kriste Lindberg

A. The meeting was called to order at 6:10 p.m.

B. Jeanne Dutton welcomed guests and new members.

C. Minutes from the September 8 meeting have been posted on the webpage. There were no additions or corrections. Motion to approve was made by Sara McQueen and seconded by Cathy Korinek. Motion carried.

D. In the absence of the treasurer, her report was deferred to the November meeting.

E. Paint Outs – Alice Sharp thanked Bob Talbot for hosting BWS at his property on Rice Road on Wednesday, October 8.

The last paint out scheduled for this year will be Sunday, October 26, 10:00 a.m. at Oliver Winery. There will be a get-together following the paint out at 2:00 p.m.

F. Nominations – Alice Sharp, Chair.

Thanks were expressed to this year’s officers.

Alice reported that the secretary, Joanne Weddle, and treasurer, Carol Rhodes, have agreed to continue in their positions for another year.

Officers to be elected for next year are president, first vice president, and second vice president. After describing the duties of these offices and extending an invitation for members to consider holding these positions, Alice asked that anyone interested respond to her in the coming week by e-mail. A slate will be presented at the November meeting, installation will be held in November December at the Christmas party, and new officers will begin their terms January 1, 2009.

G. Program – Jacki Frey announced that Bill Borden will present a workshop on April 4. Any member with program ideas for future BWS meetings should contact Jacki. A creativity session may be offered in January.

H. By-Laws – Jeanne Dutton reported the following:
1. The final proposed by-laws are now available, as approved by the Board.
2. Changes include:
a. the board added a “Family” membership of $40
b. adding a “Hospitality & Cheer” Committee
c. the by-laws will be reviewed even numbered years and the secretary is now designated as the person responsible for initiating the review
d. electronic voting can be utilized if necessary.
3. Two weeks notice starts on October 14; votes can be accepted via email, in person, or by telephone. These votes should be directed to Jeanne Iler, our current By-Laws Chairperson.
4. The request to add the original five members to the Board was not approved by the current board. for these reasons:
a. Adding five people to the Board would make it too cumbersome.
b. All members are encouraged to present their ideas and opinions anytime to any officer.
5. Ballots were distributed and those in attendance voted for or against passage of the by-laws. Results will be posted on the web.
6. The By-Laws will be posted on the web at BloomingtonWatercolor.org.

I. Field Trip – Jeanne Dutton
1. The trip to Twin Rocker Paper Company in Brookston, Indiana, will take place on November

2. Cost - $9.00 for the tour, $10 per person for gas contribution to car drivers.
3. Lunch – Klein Brot Haus
4. Discounted paper goods
5. Meet and leave 7:15 – 7:30
6. Route – SR 46 to Spencer, north on US 231 to Brookston. Turn right at the one stoplight in Brookston, cross the tracks, and the business is on the left next to the Klein Brot Haus
7. Arrive 10:00 – 10:30
8. Tour till about 2:00
9. Return to Bloomington arriving at 5:00 or 5:30
10. Twin Rocker tours are limited to 25 people. A reservation sheet was passed.
11. Cancellations must be made by October 25.

J. Old Business – There was none.

K. New Business – There was no new business.

L. Refreshments – Thanks to those who provided munchies for the meeting – Tina Allgood, Shelly Ritter, Susan Blunck, and Betty Wagoner.

M. Cathy Korinek made a motion to adjourn the meeting which was seconded by Jacki Frey.
Motion carried.

N. Jeanne Iler gave a presentation on the use of watercolor pencils.

Respectfully submitted,

Joanne Weddle, Secretary

BRUSHSTROKES

NOVEMBER 2008

Oliver Winery Paint Out

Here are some great photos, courtesy of Tricia Wente, of the final paint out of the season at Oliver Winery. A beautiful day, great comradarie, and some fine paintings - what more could we ask?

DATES and UPDATES

Monday, November 10
Monthly Meeting
6:00 p.m.
First Christian Church
Please use the Washington Street entrance.
Election of Officers for 2009 is on the agenda! After a short business meeting (our last of the year), Jacki Frey will present an interactive creative exercise. Bring your watercolor supplies and join in this fun session!

Sunday, November 16
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Pouring Paint Workshop
Jeanne Iler, Instructor
Cost: $15
Reservations are required, and at this time we have room for only four more participants. Email members@bloomingtonwatercolor.org and let us know you want to attend. With limited space, please do not make reservations until you are sure you can attend.

Monday, December 8
6:30 p.m.
Come share the holiday with your friends and fellow artists at the

BWS Annual Christmas Party!

Installation of Officers for 2009, fun and fellowship in a beautiful artsy setting at Gallery North on the Square.
Members $10; Guests $12
Reservation deadline is December 1!!!

Email reservations to members@bloomingtonwatercolor.org

Catering by Bloomington Cooking School.

Bring your own wine or enjoy Oliver Winery's Sky Dog wine. Punch will also be served.

There will be a watercolor contest with PRIZES!! Remember the 3-D watercolor/aqua-gami demonstration Jeanne and Sara presented a couple months ago? Well, create your own holiday decoration, bring it along, we'll use it for a centerpiece, and then members will vote for the Best of Show, First and Second places.

Rules? It has to be 3-D, and it has to be watercolor - watercolor collage, watercolor pencil, watercolor crayon - whatever watercolor form you choose is fine!

TWINROCKER FIELD TRIP

The weather was beautiful for a trip to Brookston, Indiana. We were greeted by Kathryn Clark, owner, who gave us the grand tour with an extensive explanation of the many aspects of papermaking.
Fibers are pounded using a Hollander beater, then added to water to create pulp. Using a gigantic blender, pigment is added to the pulp to create a variety of green, gold, pink and blue papers. Dyes are vegetable based and are fugitive, meaning they fade over time, but pigments are permanent.

Kathryn, elbow deep in a huge vat of pulp, demonstrated how to hand dip a screen, "breaking the wave" of water off the pulp to determine the weight and thickness, and then layering the paper to dry.
Kathryn is also an accomplished watercolor artist, and shared many examples of her art which was done on her handmade paper.

This tour was a great opportunity as Twinrocker hand-makes about 200 pieces of paper every day and is the only paper mill in America making paper by hand.

We all purchased quantities of their top quality paper in a variety of shapes and sizes, and a sampler will be available for viewing at the November meeting. Their website includes a history of the company and orders may be placed at http://www.twinrocker.com/

Thanks to Kathy Karnes for this photo of Kathryn in front of the shop, and the photo of Kathryn with Carol Rhodes in the workshop!

After the tour, we enjoyed lunch at Klein Brot Haus, a bakery next door to Twinrocker, and were pleased to have Marilyn Martin, the original organizer of BWS, join us. On the way home, we were privileged to view the incredible colors of autumn with the sun setting through the golden leaves. A fine time was had by all.

OPPORTUNITIES

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP
Jacki Frey is offering a full day painting workshop at her studio on Friday, December 12, from 9:00 - 3:00. The class fee is $35. For details or to reserve your space, email jackifrey@hotmail.com

OPEN STUDIO and CRITIQUE
Looking for interested artist for painting or drawing in a group atomosphere. No formal instruction.
Have you painted alone, then wondered what next to do in your work? How about doing a painting in a group and then ending with informal critque?
I am interested in starting up our drawing and/or painting again on a Friday morning once a month. Any medium will do. 9:30 to 12:30. Class will end with GENTLE CRITQUE of artist work. Cost $8. Coffee always provided and, with request, a model, too. Let me have your input. Email jackifrey@hotmail.com or call 812-320-6745.

ACTIVITIES
BWS members Jacki Frey, Connie Brorson, and Tricia Wente are exhibiting in the Indiana Artist's Club, Inc. 2008 Membership Exhibition Nov. 7 through January 9, 2009. This show is on exhibit at the Columbus Learning Center, 4555 Central Ave. Columbus, Indiana.

Connie Brorson and Tricia Wente also have paintings in the Hoosier Salon's "Indiana Art, Holiday Style" show. The opening reception is Nov. 14th, from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. at the Hoosier Salon Gallery in Broadripple, 714 E. 65th Street, Indianapolis.

"Body of Work" by the Experimental Artists is exhibiting now at Gallery North through November 29. BWS Members in the show are Cathy Korinek, Linda Meyer-Wright, Carolyn Rogers Richard, Sandy Taylor and Tricia Wente.

Sammye Dina Smith has several pieces currently at tuto bene, and is represented at the new Venue gallery in downtown Bloomington.

Brushstrokes is an (almost) monthly publication
of the Bloomington Watercolor Society
Jeanne Ellen Dutton, editor
PO Box 5236
Bloomington IN 47407-5236
members@BloomingtonWatercolor.org
BloomingtonWatercolor.org

TWIN ROCKER FIELD TRIP

Bloomington Watercolor Society

We've planned it and now it's time - the field trip to Twin Rocker Handmade Paper will take place on SATURDAY, November 1.

Want a preview? Check out their website at www.twinrocker.com

TIME: Gather at 7:15 (place to be announced), leave at 7:30 a.m. Return about 5:30 or so.

LIMIT: 25 people maximum.

COST: $9 for the tour; $10 to your driver for gas.

DETAILS: The tour includes a history of and demonstration at the facility, plus an opportunity to "put paint to paper" and experiment with the products, and a discount on products.

The owner, Kathryn Clark, is a very talented watercolor artist herself and was delighted that we were coming for a visit.

After the tour, we will have lunch at Klein Brot Haus, next to Twin Rocker.
(The restaurant's website appears to be under construction, but you can find their menu at http://cityguide.jconline.com/fe/Dining/advertisers/Klein/menu.html Yummm!)

The trip is a little over 2 hours each way.

If you would like to go but don't want to stay for lunch, there is one driver who is returning early.
One person, who lives in Columbus, is driving directly to Brookston, and has room for one person.

REGISTRATION: Email your registration soon to members@bloomingtonwatercolor.org.

Registration checks may be sent to BWS, PO Box 5236, B'ton, 47407-5236.

If you need to cancel, the deadline for a refund is October 25 - and that's the last day to register, too.

Our route is to take SR 46 WEST to Spencer, then north on 231, straight to Brookston. At SR 18, smack in the middle of Brookston at the light, turn right onto 3rd Street, cross the tracks, and Twinrocker is on the left. Simple as pie!

BLOOMINGTON WATERCOLOR SOCIETY

MEETING MINUTES

First Christian Church
September 8, 2008


Attendance: Tina Allgood, Johnnie Belinda, Susan Blunck, Connie Brorson, Bob Burris, Marie Carpenter, Betty David, Jeanne Dutton, Linda Endris, Jodi Estell, Charlotte Ann Griffin, Sue Haverstock, Jeanne Iler, Stephen Jackson, Kathy Karnes, Sue Kim, Cathy Korinek, Sara Steffey McQueen, Nancy Davis Metz, Nina Ost, Carol Rhodes, Shelly Ritter, Carolyn Rogers Richard, Alice Sharp, Sammye Dina Smith, Robert Thrasher, Betty Wagoner, Tricia Wente
Visitors: Kriste Lindberg

A. Call to Order – Jeanne Dutton, President, called the meeting to order at 6:17 p.m.

B. New Members – Jeanne introduced two new members – Shelly Ritter and Sue Haverstock. Kriste Lindberg, guest, was also introduced.

C. Minutes – June 9, 2008 - There were no additions or corrections to the minutes which had previously been distributed via the blog. Cathy Korinek made a motion to approve the minutes which was seconded by Tricia Wente. Motion carried.

D. Treasurer’s Report – Carol Rhodes distributed copies of the Treasurer’s Report. Total balance as of September was $1,883.80. Carol reported that we almost broke even with the Judi Betts workshop. Total Judi Betts workshop fees taken in was $4,414.00. Motion to approve the treasurer’s report was made by Steve Jackson and seconded by Jeanne Iler. Motion carried.

E. By-Laws
1. Copies of the proposed by-laws were available at the meeting. These have also been sent by e-mail to all members today.
2. After reading and considering the document, members should send any recommendations to Jeanne Iler.
3. By-laws will be voted on at the October meeting.
4. Some additions/changes in the by-laws include:
a. Allowing a $40 family membership for two people living in the same
household.
b. Clarifying that founding members are all who were present when the first by-laws began.
c. Establishing a student membership though what constitutes a student is not defined in the by-laws.
d. Allowing for voting for the by-laws in person at a meeting or electronically.
e. Outlining signature status criteria.

F. July Membership Show – Gallery North – Report by Tricia Wente. Tricia commented that this was a lovely show with many people in attendance. She then read a list of reminders for future shows.
1. Read requirements carefully.
2. Make sure labels are attached.
3. Deliver art work on time.
4. Paintings must be new – ones not previously exhibited.
5. Follow through if you sign up to contribute your work.
6. Mats must be cut evenly or done professionally
7. Each person is to pick up and distribute or mail invitations.
8. Never pick the art work up early – paintings must be on exhibit the entire length of the show.

G. Paint Outs – Alice Sharp reminded members of the following dates and locations.
1. September 13 – TC Steele Great Outdoors. Details on the website.
2. September 27 – Musgrave Orchard
3. October 8 – Talbot cabin. Alice brought pictures of the cabin and grounds.
4. October 26 – Oliver Winery

H. Field Trip – Jeanne Dutton gave the following details.
1. November 1
2. Twin Rocker Paper Company
3. $9.00 per person for the 2 hour tour.
4. Drivers are needed.
5. Those in attendance will get 25% off paper purchases.
6. Numbers are limited.
7. Formal announcement and registration will begin at the October 13 meeting.

I. Nominations – Alice Sharp will serve as Chairman. Elections are in November.

J. Program – Jeanne Dutton offered a "thank you" to Jeanne Iler and Sara McQueen who gave pop-up art demonstrations. Members had an opportunity to practice and paint. BWS members brought paintings done over the summer to share.


Respectfully submitted,

Joanne Weddle, Secretary

BRUSHSTROKES

Bloomington Watercolor Society
October 2008

DATES and UPDATES

October 13, Monday - Monthly Meeting
6:00 p.m., First Christian Church
Please use the Washington Street entrance.
After a short business meeting, there will be a demonstration on how to use watercolor pencils!
Who knew there were so many techniques? Bring yours (we have extra if you need to borrow) and your regular watercolor supplies.

October 26, Sunday - Plein Aire Painting at Oliver Winery
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Oliver Winery on North SR 37.

This is our final paint out of the year. Many thanks to Alice Sharp who makes all the arrangements for our paint outs!

Below is a photo, compliments of Jacki Frey, taken through the window this past Wednesday at the paint out. Bob Talbot graciously invited us to their cabin, and wife Sue cooked up a pot of delicious chicken chili for us. It was misty, the fog was gently rising up over the pond, and the glorious colors of autumn reflected in the still water. Those who came to paint had a nice time, hiking in the rain under a canopy of trees, then warming up by the wood stove. A hearty thanks to Bob and Sue for their hospitality and providing such an incredible setting for our paint out.















November 5-29, "Body of Work"
Gallery North on the Square
Wednesday through Saturdays, 11:00 - 6:00
Opening Reception, Friday, November 7, 5:00 - 8:00
Cathy Korinek, Rose McCay, Linda Meyer-Wright, Carolyn Rogers Richard, Sandy Taylor, Tricia Wente are the BWS members exhibiting in this show by the Experimental Artists Group.

In their words, "The Experimental Artists Group are aqua media artists who meet in Brown County and Bloomington to paint and create together. The group explores new ideas in water media using transparent watercolor, acrylics, inks, collage, and other media. As a result of the sharing and exploring of techniques, ideas, spirit and resources, each of the artists creates work that is varied and unique. The theme explores the myriad connections of their lives, their bodies, and their work."

KUDOS and ACCOLADES
"small" is the current show at the John Waldron Art Center Miller Gallery, and many BWS artists are part of it! Johnnie Belinda, Sammye Dina Smith, Bonie Gordon-Lucas, Charlotte Ann Griffin, Jeanne Iler, Bob Thrasher, Sara Steffey McQueen, and Tricia Wente are all exhibiting through October 25. It's a big show about little pieces - don't miss it!

And while you are there, hop on up to the Flashlight Gallery on the next level. Shelley Frederick's exhibit of night scenes is really quite splendid. This show is up through October 25.

Nancy Davis Metz took First Place with her watercolor, "Rising Sunflower," at the Paoli (Indiana) Tri Kappa Art Show. "Tropical Garden Shed," a watercolor she painted at the Hilltop Gardens paint out, took Fourth Place. At the Mitchell (Indiana) Persimmon Festival Art Show, Nancy's "Sunflower Trio" received Third Place in the Still Life Division.

Bonnie Gordon-Lucas is exhibiting at a new gallery in town, the Venue.

Shelly Ritter's show, "Salon Des Artistique," is hanging at the Monroe County Library gallery now through October 31.

OPPORTUNITIES

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP

Jacki Frey is offering a full day autumn scene painting workshop at her studio on Wednesday, October 22, from 9-3:30. The class fee is $35. Please reserve your space by email at jackifrey@hotmail.com.

CALL for ARTISTS

Gallery North on the Square, an artist-owned fine art gallery in business since 2002, is accepting applications for membership. Located at 116 W. Sixth in the historic Wicks Building on the Bloomington Courthouse Square, Gallery North is one of the finest galleries in southern Indiana. The Gallery represents a variety of mediums, including painting of all types, sculpture, fiber arts, ceramics/pottery, multi-media installations, fused glass, metals and other works.

Membership is juried and artist member-owners are responsible for sharing costs and work in the Gallery. The Gallery hosts new shows six to eight times per year with public receptions. The Gallery hosts successful juried shows that include outside artists, guest artist shows, and participates in cooperative programs with local charitable organizations.

Please visit http://www.gallerynorth.org/ for information, or contact membership chair Anabel Hopkins at (anahoppy@hughes.net), (812) 340-8781); or gallery president Carolyn Rogers Richard (crichard@homefinders.org), (812) 320-2200).

ANOTHER WINNER: Jacki Frey at the T.C. Steele Great Outdoor Art Contest in September with her watercolor which received an Honorable Mention.

Log Cabin Paint Out Wednesday Oct. 8th

This mid-week paint out is being hosted by photographer Robert Talbot at his 1800's log cabin west of Bloomington. The 20 acre site will be a great opportunity for painting the Indiana Autumn landscape and rustic cabin. There are also two ponds, so plan on taking your time choosing your favorite subject from the many possibilities.

9:00 to 2:00

Bring a sack lunch or snack

Weather Notice: In case of rain, this paint out will be cancelled.

Directions to the Talbot Cabin

From Walnut & 2nd St, Bloomington, IN 47401

1: Start out going WEST on 2ND ST, go 1.4 miles as 2ND ST becomes W BLOOMFIELD RD. and continues past SR 37, and past Curry Pike.

2: Turn RIGHT onto W AIRPORT RD. go approx. 2.5 miles 

3: Turn RIGHT onto S GARRISON CHAPEL RD. go north .9 mi..

4: Turn LEFT onto W RICE RD. go 1.2 mi.

5: Turn Right at Tree Farm sign onto Gravel Drive. go 1 mi. to the Talbot Cabin. 

Total Est. Time: 20 minutes  

   

 

 

Musgrave Orchard Paint Out Sept. 27th

Bring your painting/sketching supplies and enjoy an autumn day painting in the orchard. Painters of all skill levels are welcome to come out and learn more about plein air painting.

The Musgrave Farm Market will also be open. Musgrave Orchard is proud to be part of our local heritage. They completely stock their store with products supporting local farmers and artisans.  One will find delicious local apples, freshly-pressed cider, yogurt, salves, soaps, local honey, pumpkins, pottery, photography, fresh farm eggs, Amish butter and cheese, and more.

Paint Out Hosts:

Andy and Amy Hamilton

Musgrave Orchard and Cider Mill

8820 North Old State Road 37

Bloomington, Indiana 47408

Directions from HWY 37:

Travel north on HWY37 past the Oliver Winery to Chambers Road.

You will see the Apple Sign. Turn right on Chambers Road and

continue until you come to the intersection with N. Old IN-37.

Turn left and the Musgrave Farm Market will be immediately on

your right.

Or, take the scenic route:

Start out going NORTH on N WALNUT ST toward E 10TH ST.  2.6 mi 

Turn RIGHT onto N OLD IN-37.   8.1 mi 

End at 8820 N Old State Road 37 Bloomington, IN 47408-9748 

Estimated Time: 21 minutes  Estimated Distance: 10.65 miles

BRUSHSTROKES

September is here - so are the students! - and BWS is ready for a fall full of activities. Here's the calendar for the next few months:

September 7 - Registration Due Date for the 20th Annual Great Outdoor Paint Out at T.C. Steele. Go to http://www.tcsteele.org/ for details and a printable registration form.

SEPTEMBER 8 - BWS MEETING
6:00 pm
First Christian Church. Please remember to use the Washington Street entrance.
The business meeting includes a presentation of our proposed by-law revisions, so it's really important that you be there to vote. Then, our program for the evening is two part:

1. Show and Share - bring your summer paint projects and let us admire them. If you have been painting at the pleine aire paint outs, be sure to include those paintings. Those who attended the Judi Betts workshop, bring your beautiful samples!

2. 3-D Watercolors - Jeanne Iler and Sara Steffey-McQueen will present this fun lesson from Judi Betts. Bring the following supplies, please:

3-4 sheets 9x12 watercolor paper

Pencil and eraser

Scissors

12" ruler

Paints, brushes, etc

Black Sharpie pen

Glue or tape

Bone folder (or a tool that can nicely crease the watercolor paper)

September 13 - T.C. Steele 20th Annual Great Outdoor Paint Out
September 27 - Paint Out at Musgrave Orchard on Old S.R. 37 North
October 8 - Wednesday! - Paint Out at Talbot 1800s Cabin
October 13 - Monthly Meeting at First Christian Church
October 26 - Paint Out at Oliver Winery on New S.R. 37 North (This is our last paint out of the season, so don't miss it!)
November 1 - Field trip to Twin Rocker Paper Company in Brookson, Indiana (Stay tuned for the formal announcement!!)
November 10 - Monthly Meeting at First Christian Church (Election time!)
December ?? - Christmas Party and Installation of the new officers (More later on the details.)

DUES REMINDER - We can't do without you!
If you have not paid your dues for the 2008-2009 year (they were due June 30), there is still time (although not much!). Anyone who was awarded Signature Status must be a "member in good standing" to retain that status.
Don't remember if you paid? Just email members@BloomingtonWatercolor.org and we can tell you.
Want to pay by mail? The address is BWS, PO Box 5236, Bloomington, IN 47407-5236.
Prefer to pay in person? Just come to the meeting next Monday and bring it then.
Thanks to everyone who has retained their membership in our most worthwhile organization...one of the best in town!

Welcome
to new member Jean Vietor - glad you are here!

Congratulations and Kudos
Jeanne Iler was juried into the National Abstract Show sponsored by the Southside Art League of Indianapolis and the Garfield Park Art Center. This prestigious exhibit is scheduled at the park from September 13 through October 10. The address is 2432 Conservatory Drive; or call for directions (317) 327-7066.

Jane Jensen, as announced in the summer issue of Brushstrokes, has a permanent exhibit at the IU Credit Union. Here's a photo of Jane and the selected pieces of art.

Judi Betts Watercolor Workshop

Fourteen people attended the five day watercolor workshop the first week of August...and, boy! did we all have a great time! Judi is an excellent instructor and a peach of a gal, and brought all kinds of new ideas to the students. An added bonus for her, and for us, was that Judi and her twin sister went to IU, and Judi met her husband while they were students. So, in many ways, Judi felt right at home.

Here are a couple pictures of her as she critiques our paintings from the week, and as she opens the thank you gift we gave her - a copy of the Bloomington Sketchbook which featured paintings by several BWS members. Those in attendance at the workshop autographed their pages and Judi was thrilled!

Top photo courtesy of Susan Blunck; center photo from Janice Good; bottom photo contributed by Cathy Korinek.

Opportunities

Watercolor Workshop - Jacki Frey is offering a workshop at her studio on September 12 (Friday) from 9 am - 3 pm. For info and to register, rsvp to jackifrey@hotmail.com.

Classes being taught by members Jeanne Iler, Linda Meyer-Wright, Jacki Frey, and Jeanne Ellen Dutton were announced in the summer issue, so check it out and spread the word to all your friends and colleagues who are so envious of the beautiful work you produce.

Small, an exhibition of art less than 10" square including the frame, has an entry deadline of Monday, September 8. Contact Anna Walker at the Waldron, 334-3100.

Seeing the Land is a juried show open to Indiana artists, and offered by the University of Indianapolis, Department of Art and Design. For information, contact Katherine Fries at frieskj@uindy.edu

Beaux Arts Fair at French Lick
Saturday, October 11, 2008 will be the 2nd Annual Beaux Arts Fair in French Lick Indiana. This juried show will be held in the new French Lick Town Green, directly across from the French Lick Resort and Casino between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm. $1,000 in awards will be presented for Best of Show, Second and Third place winners as well as for a People’s Choice award.
The application process includes providing contact information (Name, address, phone, email, and basic medium you plan to exhibit/sell) and three images of the art you plan to exhibit. A $25 entry fee is expected at time of application. Checks will be returned for any work not used in the exhibit. Artists interested in participating in the Beaux Arts Fair should submit an application by September 30, 2008.

Email jwstickler@bluemarble.net or send entry information, check and slides/web images to James W. Stickler, 724 South Virginia Avenue, French Lick, IN 47432-1297. Exhibitor acceptance and other communication will be sent to the email address you provide.

Brushstrokes is an (almost) monthly publication

of the Bloomington Watercolor Society

Jeanne Ellen Dutton, editor

PO Box 5236

Bloomington IN 47407-5236

members@BloomingtonWatercolor.org

BloomingtonWatercolor.org

BRUSHSTROKES

Summer Edition, 2008It's been a busy, busy summer for BWS and its members! The main event, our membership show at Gallery North on the Square during the month of July, was very well received. Over three hundred people attended the opening reception, and one painting of Cathy Korinek's, "What to Do with Three Boys and a Boat," was sold. Congratulations to Cathy.

Kudos to Tricia Wente, show coordinator, and Nancy Metz, reception chair, for an excellent job putting it all together. Many members offered ideas, brought refreshments, and worked the night of the opening reception. Your enthusiastic participation is what makes BWS such a great organization. A huge THANK YOU to everyone!

Alice Sharp, our activities chair, organized several events for us, and at some delightful spots perfect for painting.

In May, a paint out at Stone Head on SR 135 south of Nashville was featured on the front page of the Brown County Democrat. Thanks to reporter Mike Kelley for the beautiful photo of Alice, an artist at work. View the story and photo at http://www.browncountyindiana.com/main.asp?SectionID=7&SubSectionID=7&ArticleID=11418

The photo below was taken at Cheryl Duckworth's Flower Farm by Tricia Wente. A light rain had washed everything to a sparkling clean, the sun came out from behind the few remaining clouds, and the wildlife and flowers were sitting pretty, just waiting for us plein aire painters! Thanks a bunch to Cheryl for allowing us to visit her beautiful gardens again this year.

Our next venture was to the Mease Farm on Loesch Road, west of Bloomington, on July 13. There, we were visited by a rooster (saved from a rather nasty fate by the current tenants), and a mother cat and her kittens who spent most of the day climbing in and out of paint boxes, carriers, and easels. Alice captured the creatures below with her camera. The next door neighbor came over to say hello, then invited us to a wonderful lunch, right out of her garden. She was so taken with BWS that she signed up on the spot and invited us to a paint out at her farm next summer. Welcome to our newest member, Shell Ritter!

The schedule of remaining paint outs includes September 13 at the T.C. Steele home (details at www.tcsteele.org/); September 27 at Musgrave Orchard; Wednesday, October 8 at the 1800s Talbot cabins; and our end of summer get together and paint out on Sunday, October 26 at Oliver Winery. Watch your email for more information as the events draw nearer.

Tricia Wente, shown at right, created a beautiful portrait of Jill Behrman, in Jill's memory, for Jill's House. This facility was built with love by the community and will serve a much needed purpose, that of providing housing to people who are here in Bloomington for medical treatment. For more information and photos of the grand opening, please go to http://www.jills-house.org/

Jane Jensen was honored with a permanent exhibit at the new IU Credit Union. The IUCU purchased a collection of Jane's paintings and they will be displayed at the IU Memorial Credit Union. Stop by when you are on campus to get a look at this outstanding exhibit.

Jeanne Iler won second and third places in the Bloomington Chamber of Commerce's cover design contest.

Connie Brorson received a purchase award at the Napannee Spring Into Art Fair. She also will exhibit at the Jasper (Indiana) 15th Annual Art Show. This exhibit takes place in September at the Krempp Gallery, and details may be obtained at http://www.jasperindiana.gov/pages.cfm?departmentid=131#3754

ART for ALL SEASONS

The Art for All Seasons juried show, sponsored by the Sycamore Land Trust and Gallery North on the Square, offered BWS members an opportunity to be included in a project that works to conserve our vanishing landscapes. We are pleased to announce First and Second place winners are BWS members! Congratulations to Gillian Harris for her first place win, Gleanings, Beanblossom Bottoms, an amazingly intricate botanical drawing, and Lisa Tipton for her Second Place winner, a watercolor titled Indiana Boardwalk. Lisa's painting was also one of two "signature" images used in the advertising of the exhibit. Jeanne Iler's watercolor, Hawk - the Big Catch, received the Prairie Partner Barbara Restle Award.

Gillian also received a special invitation to exhibit her second botanical drawing, Houses, Beanblossom Bottoms, an honor extended to only five entries.

Several BWS members were juried into the show including Tricia Wente, Sammye Smith, Sara Steffey-McQueen, Cathy Korinek, Donna Kluesner, Linda Meyer-Wright, Carolyn Rogers-Richard, Jacki Frey, and Jeanne Ellen Dutton.

The exhibit moves to Stillframes in Columbus, and the French Lick Resort and Casino in September.

Artist-signed copies of the AFAS calendar are available at Gallery North for $14.95 plus tax (total $16.00). The calendar features works by several BWS members, and individual pages can be framed.

The AFAS exhibit is open through August 29, Wednesday through Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Gallery North, 116 W Sixth Street in Bloomington.

OPPORTUNITIES

"Seeing the Land" is a juried landscape show open to Indiana artists by the University of Indianapolis. For a pdf entry form, due by September 15, call the U of I Art and Design Department at 317-788-3253 or email frieskj@uindy.edu

CLASSES

At the John Waldron Arts Center

Linda Meyer-Wright, A Different Point of View, a class about color and design.

Jacki Frey, Watercolor for the Beginning and Intermediate Painter.

Amanda Mathis, Outsider Art Painting.

Complete course content may be found at http://www.artlives.org/things_to_do/documents/TheWaldronFallCourses2008.pdf

At the Peoples' University, Bloomington Parks and Recreation

Jeanne Iler, Creative Drawing and, also, Basic Knitting

Course catalog is online at http://bloomington.in.gov/documents/viewDocument.php?document_id=546;

Through IVTC Center for Lifelong Learning

Jeanne Iler, Basic Jewelry...and More!

Jeanne Ellen Dutton, Introduction to Watercolor

Course catalog is at http://www.bloomington.ivytech.edu/CLL/classes/art.html

NEXT MEETING:

Monday, September 8, 6:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church.

Watch your email for details about the program.

See you there!

Brushstrokes is an (almost) monthly

publication of the Bloomington (Indiana) Watercolor Society
Jeanne Ellen Dutton, editor and 2008 President
PO Box 5236
Bloomington IN 47407-5236
members@bloomingtonwatercolor.org
BloomingtonWatercolor.org

BWS Meeting Minutes June 9, 2008

The meeting was called to order by the president at 6:15 p.m.

Three new members were introduced: Gillian Harris, Betty David, and Sally Steele. James Yang introduced his granddaughter, Rachel Stahel.

The May 12 minutes were posted on-line; Mary Reinhold moved to approve; Tricia Wente seconded the motion. The minutes were approved as posted.

The CRITTERS poster, announcing the current exhibit at Gallery North, was circulated. It features a watercolor by Cathy Korinek titled "Study of Black and White in Color."

Jeanne Iler reminded us that the entries for the juried show, "Art for All Seasons," are due by 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11.

Tricia Wente discussed the July membership show which will take place at Gallery North. Invitations will be printed and she will email participants when they are ready. Postcards will be available to be picked up at Gallery North. BWS will purchase wine, pay for the permit, and members will bring refreshments. Nancy Metz is in charge of the reception and circulated a sign-up sheet. The reception will be July 11 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Jacki Frey discussed the Judi Betts workshop. It's confirmed as we have enough participants to proceed. Connie Brorson commented that she had taken a workshop from Judi and highly recommends her teaching.

Hilltop Garden Paint Out

Saturday, August 16th, 9:00 to 2:00

HILLTOP GARDEN AND NATURE CENTER

http://www.indiana.edu/~hilltop/visit.html

2367 E 10th St. (near 10th & the bypass)

Bloomington, IN 47408

Do you love to paint tropical plants, foliage, and flowers?

If so, you'll enjoy painting Hilltop's Tribute to the Tropics Summer Display. This summer, Hilltop Garden and Nature Center is showcasing tropical plants that are both ornamental and edible. This paint out is being hosted by BWS member Sue Speichert, Greg Speichert and the Hilltop staff.

Paint Out July 13th

The next Bloomington Watercolor Society paint out is scheduled for Sunday, July 13th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 

Bring water, your painting and sketching gear, your camera, and a snack, and enjoy exploring a new painting location at "One World Farm".  Our host, Jeff Mease has provided the following directions:

From the East side of Bloomington follow the bypass toward Elletsville, going past the exit for RT 37 to the next light which is Curry Pike.  Turn Left on Curry Pike and follow about .5 mile to the first light at Woodyard Rd.  Turn right on Woodyard Road.  Follow Woodyard rd about .3 mi to the first left which is Loesch Rd.  Turn left on Loesch Rd.  Follow Loesch down the hill and over the unsignaled RR tracks to the first driveway on the right. The address is 2687 Loesch Rd.  Follow the drive up the hill and park near the white building ahead of you.

Paint Out June 25th

A mid-week Paint Out is planned for Wednesday, June 25th at the Duckworth Flower Farm from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  Bring a sack lunch and your painting/sketching supplies and spend the day in the rolling hills east of Bloomington. You'll enjoy painting in the colorful gardens of Cheryl Duckworth, of the Bloomington Farmer's Market. Painters of all skill levels are encouraged to attend.

Driving Directions: Take third street East, past the mall, pass Smith Road, and then pass the old Ryans Steak house.  On the right you will see a sign that says 446 to Lake Monroe.  Century Suites is on the right.  Take a right on 446.  One mile up 446 is a flashing blinker light.  There is a church on the left.  Take a left at the blinker light.  This is Lampkins Ridge Road.  Lampkins Ridge is very winding.  It is only 4 miles long, but seems longer!  Stay on this road.  There is a small road that veers off to the left, about half way, but it is gravel.  Just stay on the main paved road.  When you are almost there you will go down a long hill.  As you go down the hill, the house is on the left.  It is a Red Brick Ranch, in the middle of 8 acres, and surrounded by a lot of white pines.  The address on the mailbox is 7807. Please park anywhere!  Alongside the polebarn is fine, it is closest to the main garden.

 

BRUSHSTROKES

Bloomington Watercolor Society

DATES and UPDATES
JUNE Meeting - Monday the 9th, 6:00 p.m.
We are back at the MCPL, Room 1C
This will be our last meeting before the July membership show and Tricia Wente, show coordinator, will be polishing off the finer details. If you cannot come to the meeting, please contact Tricia@Wente.com with questions.
The reception is during Gallery Walk on July 11th from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Nancy Metz is the reception chair. We will need wine and other refreshments, such as cookies, crackers and dip, veggies and other finger foods, so please contact Nancy, nmetz@indiana.edu, or Tricia to let them know what you can bring.
All members are welcome and encouraged to take part in the show! Please let Tricia know immediately if you plan to participate. The Show Guidelines are posted on this blog.
After the business session at Monday's meeting, Jacki Frey will summarize and demonstrate Rod Crossman's approach to painting watercolor abstracts. Bring your paint supplies and dive in - abstracts are fun!
Also, all artists who attended the Rod Crossman workshop, please bring your work - finished or unfinished - to share. (Sammye Smith's painting is hanging at tutto bene - good work, Sammye!)

Just a reminder: dues are due by June 30th. You may bring a check (or cash!) to the meeting on Monday, or mail a check to BWS at the address near the bottom of this page.

Second reminder: Our next meeting is not until September, but lots of activities are happening between now and then so keep watching your email and this blog for more dates and updates.

Reminder three: The Judi Betts workshop is looking like a "go," but we need a few more enrollees to pay the expenses. Please register at the Sunrise Box Office at the Buskirk-Chumley theatre by July 1, or go on-line to BloomingtonArts.info, click "August 4," then "Buy Tickets."

JUNE 6( Tonight!)
CRITTERS opening at Gallery North on the Square. Look for the posters and postcards and Gallery North's ad in Bloom - they all feature BWS member Cathy Korinek's "Study of Black and White in Color." This exhibit runs through June 27 and you don't want to miss it. It's really quite fun!

JUNE 10
Deadline for submitting your entry for "Art for all Seasons," the Sycamore Land Trust juried show. You may find the entry form and all the information at http://www.gallery-north.org/images/slt.pdf
Although many of you are new to the juried show scene, it isn't nearly as intimidating as it may appear to us newbies. It's paint, photograph, submit, and wait. Just follow the details outlined in the prospectus and it will go smoothly. Contact Jeanne Iler at jeanne2@bluemarble.net for information, answers, and encouragement.

JUNE 9, 11, 13
Adult and Child Paint Out
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Fee: $50/couple, which includes one 11 x 14 stretched canvas, one set of acrylic paints and three brushes.

JUNE 14
BWS Paint Out at Kady Lynn Old West Town
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Bring a sack lunch, and your painting and sketching supplies. Please note: the cookout originally planned to follow the paint out has been called off.
Kady Lynn Auctions
5331 W Woodyard Rd
Bloomington, IN 47404-9585
Directions have been posted on this blog and on BloomingtonArts.info; click "June 14" on the calendar.

JUNE 15
Sunday at Home
T.C. Steele 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Traditionally, the Steeles invited visitors into their home on Sundays for music, refreshments, and tours. The site continues this tradition with special tours, old-fashioned games and activities, and live music or storytelling. Admission is free to outdoor activities.

JUNE 21
Fair on the Square in downtown Bloomington, followed by the Taste of Bloomington. Several BWS members will be participating. Stop by their booths and introduce yourself!

JUNE 27-29
Brown County Studio and Garden Tour
BWS members Shelley Frederick and Amanda Mathis are taking part in the tour, opening their studios to visitors. Maps and further information are available at http://www.browncountystudiotour.com/

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ARTIST
Zoe Dean "Introduction to Calligraphy"
Saturday mornings, June 14, 21, 28, and July 12, 19, 26
10 a.m. to noon
All materials provided.
Fee: $40.00
Pygmalion's Art Store

Jacki Frey Studio Workshop
Wednesday, June 25
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $35
Bring a half sheet of heavy watercolor paper, preferably 300#. Jacki will supply the dry wall mud for extra texture. (Bet THAT caught your interest, huh?)
Call Jacki at 320-6745 to let her know you are coming by.

Plein Air Painting with Jackie Frey
Friday, June 27
9:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
Fee: $20
Complete one painting during this class period. Students will provide all materials needed. You choose the medium you like: Watercolor, oils, acrylics, pastels, colored pencils.
This class is sponsored by Pygmalion's which is is offering a 25% discount on any materials needed for this class. (For a complete list of their summer workshops and classes, go to http://makebooks.stores.yahoo.net/woratpyg.html)

CONGRATULATIONS
Gillian Harris, new member of BWS, currently has two paintings in "Focus on Nature X: Natural and Cultural History Illustration" at the New York State Museum in Albany, NY. One of Gillian's watercolors was accepted into the upcoming 64th Annual Wabash Valley Exhibition at the Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute.

Cathy Korinek also has a work of art which was accepted at the Swope exhibit.

Johnnie Belinda has a one-woman show at Box Car Books, June 5 through June 29. The opening reception is this evening, June 6th, 6:00-8:00 p.m. The show is "Abstracts through the Intutive Mind." For those who are open to the intuitive arts, Johnnie will be giving mini psychic readings at the reception.

Nine - count 'em - Nine! pieces of work by BWS members were accepted into the Couthouse Centennial Exhibit. Congratulations to Tricia Wente, Sammye Smith, Jeanne Iler, Carolyn Rogers Richard, Linda Meyer-Wright, and Jane Jensen.
If you haven't seen this show, come downtown to the Monroe Bank on Kirkwood before the meeting on Monday and take a look. It's really splendid!

Festival of Flowers at T.C. Steele last month brought prizes to four members: Jacki Frey, first in watercolors, Bob Burris, second, and an honorable mention to Donna Kleusner. Sammye Smith won second in pastels.

Carol Rhodes, our lifelong treasurer and computer specialist, has an article about Photoshop use which is published on ArtBistro.com. You can find it at http://www.artbistro.com/training/articles/1946-6-steps-to-using-masks-in-photoshop. Look there for links, also, to I.U. training materials.

WELCOME
to new members Linda Endris and Betty David. Glad to have you joining us!

PHOTO ALBUM
Thanks to Tricia Wente for her photos of the paint out at Stone Head last week. The next one is June 14 - that's next Saturday - hope you all can make it!

Brushstrokes is an (almost) monthly publication of the
Bloomington Watercolor Society
P.O. Box 5236
Bloomington, IN 47407-5236
bloomingtonwatercolor.org
Jeanne Ellen Dutton, editor
members@bloomingtonwatercolor.org