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