Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Meeting Minutes, November 9, 2009


Bloomington Watercolor Society
Meeting Minutes
November 9, 2009


Members in attendance:
Dan Alexander, Tina Allgood, Evelyn Alwine, Bob Anderson, Susan Blunck, Jan Britton, Patti Brundle, Robert Burris, Elaine Byers, Jeanne Dutton, Linda Endris, Jodi Estell, Charlotte Griffin, Gillian Harris, Jerome C. Harste, Sue Haverstock, Carl Hedges, Jeanne Iler, Stephen Jackson, Kathy Karnes, Sue Kim, Cathy Korinek, Kriste Lindberg, Kim Neubecker, Nina Ost, Carol Rhodes, Michele(Shel) Ritter, Dee Rockwood, John Shelton, Sammye Dina Smith, Jean Vietor, Betty Wagoner, Susan Webb, and Tricia Wente.

Guests:
Roger Byers, Gale Clifton, Julie Fry and Gladys Newsom.

The meeting was called to order at 6:12 p.m. at the First Christian Church with Jeanne Dutton, First Vice President, presiding. Jeanne thanked those who provided refreshments for the meeting – Jeanne Iler, Clindy Kersey, Tina Allgood, and Jodi Estell. She also welcomed the guests listed above.

Minutes from October 12, 2009 were distributed and seeing no additions or corrections, a motion was made by Jerome Harst to approve the minutes. After a second by Jeanne Iler, the minutes were approved.

The Treasurer, Carol Rhodes, distributed her report highlighting the bank balances by month including the November information. She reported that the membership number has now risen to 71. Jeanne Iler motioned that the report be accepted and Kathy Karnes seconded the motion. The membership approved the acceptance.

Committee and Board reports:
- Member shows
1. Tricia Wente reported that the Showers Building Show has been installed and that 38 paintings from members are on display. She thanked Bob Anderson and Jeanne Dutton for their great assistance in putting the show up. The members applauded Tricia’s time and effort.
2. Tricia reminded the members about the Columbus show that will run from early January to the beginning of August. Signup for the show must be in Tricia’s hand by December 14. Two works are allowed, one of which must not have been shown elsewhere. More information about the show can be found on the BWS web site.

Old Business:
1. Jeanne Dutton reminded members to send their bios and images to either Carol Rhodes (csrhodes@indiana.edu) or Jeanne Dutton (jeanne.Dutton@att.net).
2. BWS rack cards have been printed and were made available to members. Thank you to Jeanne Iler and Jerome Harste for use of their paintings on the rack card.

New Business:
1. Jeanne Iler, representing the nominating committee, put forth the 2010 slate of officers, that being the following:
• President – Joanne Weddle
• 1st Vice President(Show Chair) – Nancy Metz
• 2nd Vice President (Membership Chair) – Dan Alexander
• Secretary – Charlotte Griffin
• Treasurer – Carol Rhodes

Jeanne Dutton called for nominations from the floor and received none. Steve Jackson moved to elect the slate as put forth and Tricia Wente seconded the motion. The membership approved the slate unanimously. The new officers will be installed at the December holiday meeting.

2. Jeanne Dutton informed the membership that BWS has agreed to create an Aquagami tree as part of the décor for "Christmas at the Waldron." On November 23, there will be a workshop at the First Christian Church at 6:00 p.m. to create the ornaments for the tree. All members are encouraged to attend.

3. The December meeting will be a Holiday party to be held at the Waldron on December 14 at 6:30 p.m. Food will be catered and the tentative cost will be $12 for members and $15 for non-members.

Announcements:
Jeanne Dutton congratulated those members whose works have recently won prizes.
• Tricia Wente for her portrait Phin that was accepted by the International Society of Acrylic Painters.
• Sue Kim for her painting Super Sweet 100 that was given the Theodore Englehart Honorary Award by the Watercolor Society of Indiana.
• Linda Meyer-Wright for her painting Under the Same Moon that was given the Eugene B. Glick award by the Watercolor Society of Indiana.
• Nancy Davis Metz who won 3rd place in the Kentucky Watercolor Society’s New member show.

The business meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

Art Program:
While refreshments were consumed, an Artist Trading Card session was exercised. A drawing for the prize of an ATC carrying case was offered to all who brought 3 cards to trade. Susan Blunck was the lucky winner.

The rest of the evening’s program was given by Jeanne Iler who recapped the Rena Brouwer workshop with the help of those who attended the workshop. Jeanne also discussed and demonstrated Chinese watercolor techniques and tools that can be used in work that BWS members are doing. She provided brushes and paper for those who wanted to try the techniques.

Respectfully submitted,
Charlotte Griffin, Secretary-elect

Monday, November 9, 2009

Meeting Minutes, October 12, 2009

Bloomington Watercolor Society
Meeting Minutes

October 12, 2009



Members In attendance:
Dan Alexander, Bob Anderson, Susan Blunck, Jan Britton, Bob Burris, Elaine Byers, Jeanne Dutton, Linda Endris, Jacki Frey, Jerome Harste, Sue Haverstock, Stephen Jackson, Sue Kim, Kristi Lindberg, Nancy Metz, Kim Neubecker, Meri Reinhold, Joanne Shank, Sammye Dina Smith, Joyce Stumpf, Bob Talbot, Bob Thrasher, Betty Wagoner, Joanne Weddle, Tricia Wente

Guests: Roger Byers, Gale Clifton, Michelle Talbot

Nancy Davis Metz, president, called the meeting to order at 6:14 p.m. at First Christian Church. Nancy thanked those who had provided refreshments for the meeting – Tina Allgood, Sara Steffey McQueen and Jacki Frey. Nancy then welcomed three guests - Roger Byers, Gail Clifton and Michelle Talbot – and a new member, Elaine Byers.

A. Minutes from September 14, 2009. Seeing no additions or corrections, a motion was made by Meri Reinhold to approve the minutes. After a second by Jan Britton the minutes were approved.

B. Treasurer’s Report – Since Carol Rhodes was in St. Louis for a conference, she sent her report showing a current balance of $3,168.09 and a total of 68 members.

C. Committee and Board Reports
1. Member Shows – Tricia Wente
a. 2009 show - Showers Building, up the stairwell.
i) One painting per member. Sign-up due this evening. Paintings are to be delivered Nov. 5 between 9:00 and 12:00 and taken down on November 30.
ii) Reception - Friday, November 6, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
iii) No commission will be taken and there is no entry fee. Work is to be a watercolor on paper.
b. 2010 show – Columbus Learning Center
i) On display January 8 – August 7
ii) Two paintings per member. First one must be a new painting. Additional one can be a secondary painting.
iii) There will be a reception halfway through the exhibit.
iv) No commission and no entry fee. Prices will not be out for viewing.
v) Recommending separate section for BWS signature members.

2. Rena Brouwer Workshop – Jacki Frey
a. Saturday, October 31, Monroe County Public Library, Room 1C
b. Limited to 20. $50 fee. There are two open slots available.
c. Members can register this evening or on Pay Pal.
d. A supply list is available through Jacki.
e. Since this workshop is on Halloween, attendees could come in costume.
f. Hours are 9:00 – 4:00. Bring a brown bag lunch.

3. Program – Jeanne Dutton
a. BWS is a member of the Brown County Art Gallery.
b. October 16, 6:00 – 8:30, reception. Artists will be present to sign their art in calendars selling for $12.00.

4. Nominating Committee – Jeanne Iler, Susan Blunck and Linda Endris have been serving on nominations for the 2010 slate of officers to be elected in November. Susan Blunck read the following recommendations and reminded members that nominations can be made from the floor at the next meeting.
a. President – Joanne Weddle
b. 1st Vice President(Show Chair) – Nancy Metz
c. 2nd Vice President (Membership Chair) – Dan Alexander
d. Secretary – Charlotte Griffin
e. Treasurer – Carol Rhodes

D. Old Business
1. Card Project - BWS members will be invited to submit paintings for notecards which will be sold as a fundraiser. The committee consisting of Meri Reinhold, Bonnie Gordon-Lucas, and Dan Alexander will have a report at the November meeting.

2. Members were reminded to send bios and images to Carol Rhodes and Jeanne Dutton for the Website. Send to: csrhodes@indiana.edu or jeannedutton@att.net

E. New Business
1. Membership List – Jeanne Dutton distributed copies of the membership list.

F. Announcements – A listing of upcoming workshops, displays and conferences were
given. Members can view these opportunities on the BWS blog.

G. Next BWS Meeting – November 9, 6:00, First Christian Church

H. Adjournment – The meeting was adjourned at 6:45.

I. Program – Nancy Metz gave a presentation on Artist Trading Cards.

Respectfully submitted,
Joanne Weddle, Secretary


BRUSHSTROKES


November 2009
GOOD NEWS, FUN NEWS, AND KUDOS
Monday, November 9, 6:00 pm
First Christian Church
Please use Washington Street entrance.
Important business meeting! Election of the 2010 officers will be held and the slate has been announced by the nominating committee. The proposed officers include Joanne Weddle for president, Nancy Davis Metz for 1st vice president, Dan Alexander for 2nd vice president, Charlotte Griffin for secretary, and Carol Rhodes for treasurer. Nominations may also be made at the meeting.

Artist Trading Cards will be the first part of the program. If you bring three to trade, your name will be entered into a drawing for a very special prize! Be prepared to trade! For ATC information, look to your right on this blog.

Jeanne Iler will demonstrate Rena Brouwer’s techniques from the October 31 workshop. BRING YOUR SUPPLIES for an evening of fun and painting!

PAINT OUT at CASCADES PARK

We had a lovely, if chilly, day and what a fun time! Nancy and family built a roaring fire to keep us warm.. Thanks to all who contributed to the carry-in meal: chili, cornbread, and lots of munchies and desserts. We actually got a little painting done, too!

Nancy Metz paints in the sunshine; right, we all relax over a hot bowl of chili.


Sammye Dina Smith currently has work exhibiting at the Patron Show in Nashville, and will have another piece in the Senior Show later this month. (See more about this show under the Opportunities section below.)

Tricia Wente’s portrait, Phin, was accepted into an International Online Show sponsored by the International Society of Acrylic Painters. Juried by Maxine Master field, You can view the show at http://www.isap-online.com

The Watercolor Society of Indiana presented TWO of our members with awards on October 18 at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Sue Kim won the Theodore Englehart Honorary Award for her painting, “Super Sweet 100.” Linda Meyer-Wright won the Eugene B. Glick Award for her work, "Under the Same Moon." Check these paintings, and the other winners, at http://www.watercolorsocietyofindiana.org/gallery_award.html

Nancy Davis Metz won third place in the Kentucky Watercolor Society's New Member Show at the Mellwood Arts and Entertainment Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The show will hang through November 15. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. The address is 1860 Mellwood Ave.

Now through November 28th, don’t miss the 2009 BWS MEMBERSHIP SHOW at the City Hall Atrium – what a beautiful exhibit!
The Friday evening reception was well attended and everyone enjoyed the show, the refreshments, and the camaraderie. Much credit goes to Tricia Wente, show chair, for her many hours of detailed work putting this show together.
A big “Thank you” also to Bob Anderson, who helped receive the paintings at City Hall, and to all the members who submitted paintings, brought food, and worked to set up and clean up. We also send our gratitude to the staff of Showers Plaza, Erin Coom and Miah Michaelson.


Kathy Karnes, first time exhibitor, with her painting, "I Found my Marbles!"

Meredith Metz, the youngest artist member of BWS, enjoys a glass of punch at the reception.


WELCOME
Six new members have joined BWS in the last two months, and we send a hearty welcome to all of them! Glad you decided to become a part of this great group of artists.
Hello to Evelyn Alwine, Patricia Brundle, Elaine Byers, Bill and Millie Elliott, and Dee Rockwood.

OPPORTUNITIES
Brown County Art Guild
Nov. 15-30 Senior Citizens Show
Any Senior (55+) is eligible.
Entries due November 14th.
For full information, please contact the BCAG at (812) 988-6185 or e-mail: bcag@kiva.net

Washington County Courthouse Competition
Salem, Indiana
The Washington County Bar Association is soliciting original pieces of artwork in oils, watercolor, pen and ink, or other media of art depicting the Washington County Courthouse.
The contest entries will be judged by Washington County Bar Association members. First Place will receive $450, and the piece will be displayed in the Indiana Bar Association Office located in Indianapolis, along with the donations provided by other counties.
Second- and third-place winners will receive $300 and $200, respectively, and will remain property of the Washington County Bar Association and be displayed in the circuit and superior courts.
Deadline for entries: 4:00 p.m., Monday, November 30. All entries must be submitted to the clerk's office located on the first floor of the Washington County Courthouse. Include the name, address and contact information of the artist. Artists are asked not to sign their works of art until after the judging is complete as the bar association wants all entries to be anonymous before being judged. Prize winners will be announced in the Washington County Circuit Courtroom on Monday, December 14, at 10:00 a.m.

The Art Alliance of Brown County is hosting the Indiana Public Art Conference at the Season’s Lodge and Conference Center in Nashville. Author and expert on public art, Lynn Basa from the Art Institute of Chicago explain the actual process of writing a public art application. Local public artists will also speak. Fee is $75, lunch and snacks included. November 13, Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The registration form can be obtained at www.artalliancebrowncounty.com.

Rising Sun, Indiana is hosting INTERIORS, a competition of artwork celebrating interior spaces and furnishings. Prizes total $1000 in cash, and you can get all the details by contacting Sandra Wiehe (513)309-4967 or email sandrawiehe@aol.com.

EXHIBITS and FAIRS
Hoosier Salon Traveling Exhibit is at the Brown County Art Guild, now through November 30, 48 S Van Buren in Nashville. Friends of BWS with work in this show are Bill Borden, Peggy Brown, and Jeanne McLeish.

The Brown County Craft Guild hosts the Winter Art and Craft Fair, November 27 and 28, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Season’s Conference Center in Nashville. Admission $1.00.

Fun website for plein air artists: http://lipking.blip.tv/

Brushstrokes is an (almost) monthly
publication of the
Bloomington (Indiana) Watercolor Society.
Nancy Davis Metz, President 2009
Jeanne Ellen Dutton, Editor
PO Box 5236
Bloomington IN 47407-5236
members@bloomingtonwatercolor.org
http://www.bloomingtonwatercolor.org