March 2010

President, Carol Stearns
Vice President, Marian Spencer
Secretary, Jean Manney
Treasurer, Alice Mooty
Gallery Directors, Sue Olivo and Pat Anderson
Gallery Committee, Grace Carini, Bob Kepple, Lee Latimore
Craft Directors, Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt
Craft Committee, Mary Jo Burns, Karen Goodman
Publicity Director, Jan Huthoefer, jhuthoefer@cox.net
Web Page Editor, Jessie Davis, jed7@cox.net
Editor, Karen Goodman, karengoodman66@msn.com

Important Dates
Open Show Out, March 29th
General Meeting, April 6th, 9:00am


From the President
Carol Stearns
This past month we had another check given to us that did not clear with the bank. We lost the amount of the check, plus we had to pay the money to the member which we did not receive and finally we had to pay the bank $20 for the "bad check." Our Treasurer went to the Marshall's office and was told that most businesses in Tombstone will not accept personal checks. The Board is trying to remain flexible with respect to important long-term decisions that must be made for this Association. We had twelve members at our General Meeting this month. The date for the General Meeting is always posted in the newsletter ahead of time so you will always know when it will take place. What takes place at these meetings will always be posted in the minutes (copy at the front desk) and any motions will be put in this newsletter.

The following motions were made:
1. A motion made and approved unanimously regarding the Quilt Show: We will accept a personal check for anything over $100 with a $20 cash deposit. Large items require $50 cash deposit. Once check clears your item will be shipped to you with balance of deposit after shipping cost. This procedure was used during the Quilt Show and it worked perfectly.

2. A motion was made and approved unanimously regarding credit card use at the Gallery: The motion was for the Gallery not to accept credit cards. This motion had a long discussion by all members present and the vote was unanimous and it is very clear members do not want credit card usage.

3. A motion was made and approved unanimously to continue the policy of not accepting personal checks from customers. The sign at the front desk will remain with ATM locations.

4. A motion was made and approved unanimously to give Marian Spencer $200 for her work on the quilt "South Western Desert" that is on displayed for our annual Quilt Show raffle.

5. Motion was made and approved unanimously that we offer Tombstone High School two $500 scholarships. Lee Latimore will present this to the school.

6. A motion was made and approved unanimously that we give Tombstone High School $500 for the Renaissance Program which rewards the academic success of students based on their GPA.

7. A motion was made and approved unanimously not to accept saw blades at anytime and sculptures be permitted only during the Open Show.

8. A motion was made and approved unanimously to continue displaying the sale stand that was used during the Quilt Show starting in April. This netted $240 for the donation box during the Quilt Show. Artists and crafters may donate items. Put a tag on item with price only.

Scope of Notice for By Law: VII Gallery Operations: 1. Memorials: A prominent area in the TAA Gallery will be established for pictures and memorial plaques honoring the deceased member or TAA friend.

Proposed By-Law to be voted on April 6th General Meeting: : A prominent area in the TAA Gallery will be established for pictures and memorial plaques honoring the deceased member or TAA friend. It will be displayed in a manner for visitors to read at eye level and not be intermingled with other pictures or paintings not pertaining to the memorial wall.

From the Vice President
Marian Spencer
Thank you, THANK YOU to all Tombstone Art Association members who made the 28th Annual Quilt a success: Those who sat overtime to make the extra sales possible, those who arranged, re-arranged, cleaned, demonstrated, encouraged visitors, promoted the present Open Judged Show, offered to find answers to questions rather than saying, :I don't know a thing about......"

Award ribbons were kept in place from the final count on February 19th to February 24th, when winners were awarded their prizes:

People's Choice - Mickey Wilson's hand appliqué, hand quilted birds and floral
First Place - "Harvest Spice" in fall colors by Sue Ann Vannoy.
Second Place - is a map of Cochise County, on loan from the Douglas Museum, where it is on permanent display.
Best Hand Quilting went to Marilyn Lawson for her precise quilting on her black and white Pinwheel Star.

On February 24th, 11:00 a.m. Mayor Escapule drew the winning ticket on the raffle quilt. Connie Wilcox and the quilt was received on the 25th by her daughter. While the general economy discouraged sales of large items, the colorful display brought tourists in to buy and the result is very encouraging. The sale items shelf netted a noticeable return and many visitors left with items they could use.

A special thank-you to members and friends of TAA for lending a hand and a needle to create small quilts to supply Pearl of Venus Chapter #6 of Tombstone and Bisbee with help for their children's unit in the Hospital there. As secretary of that organization I managed to deliver twenty to them in February. Thank you from all of us.

From the Gallery Directors
Pat Anderson & Sue Olivo
We are really proud of all the excellent art that was submitted to the Open Show.
It is awesome! We had 97 entries. I think the judges, Pat Mulligan for photography and Liz Horning for fine art, really enjoyed the experience and particularly talking with the artists and critiquing their works. Besides the official judges, we were honored with the Tombstone mayor, Dusty Escapule who gave the Mayors award and the Tombstone Vigilettes who had fun going around the Gallery and placing their ribbons on their choices. Choosing the recipients of the awards was not an easy task. All judges took a lot of time to make their decisions.

We especially want to thank our Gallery committee, Bob Kepple and Bev Hilton, who worked so hard to get the Gallery ready for the Show. Our special thanks go to Bev Hilton and Sylvia Rosenkrans who coordinated the refreshments. The table was beautiful and heaping with all the goodies. Also, we thank Glenn Chance for providing the excellent background music for us. It set the mood. Thanks All!

We had eight responses for Featured Artists. The following is the list of artists and respective months:

April: Bob Kepple
May: Jane Ballard
June: Pat McAloon
July: all members
August: Angel Rutherford
September: Gerianne Bielefeldt
October: Sue Olivo
November: Beverlee Hilton
December: Jan Huthoefer

For April we will be assigning a six foot space to each artist. This will be a random drawing of placement. The spaces will rotate every month so everyone gets an equal chance. You will be able to put whatever size you want in your space and it will include the minis. Mini-minis will still have their own wall space. All of this is on a trial basis, so please be patient with us and thanks in advance for your cooperation.

The In-and-Out date is March 29th. Remember six linear feet to hang your art. See you then!

From the Craft Directors
Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt
February Quilt show was a wonderful display of beautiful and colorful masterpieces! And was a very successful month for our crafters. Our inventory of items dwindled considerably during the month so it is time to restock your crafts. Gerrianne will be in on March 6th to docent if you can get some items under the front table she will get them displayed. St Patrick's day, Easter and Spring is soon upon us! If you have any items for these holidays and spring season please bring them in. The window display has been changed for the upcoming St. Patrick holiday, and the 1st day of spring is the 20th! So let's get crafting!

From the Publicity Director
Jan Huthoefer

NEWS RELEASE

The Tombstone Association of the Arts Open Judged Show opened with the following awards given by Liz Horning of Sierra Vista for the art portion of the competition and Patrick Mulligan of Tucson. Ms. Horning has a very extensive background in art as a professional, a teacher and an exhibitor. Mr. Mulligan judged the photography portion of the show. He has years of experience in the Tucson Photography Club as an exhibitor and judge. The judges awarded the following prizes:

Oils:
First, Martha Sprenkle’s "Grandpa’s Blow Torch"
Second: Linda Netherton’s "Still Standing"
Third: Mary Jo Burns’ "South Pass"
Honorable Mentions: "Joan Yadusky’s "Mexican Market Day" and Sylvia Rosenkrans’ "Aspen in the Huachucas"

Graphics:
First: Lee Latimore’s "Chiricahua"
Second: Susan Forrest’s "A Day Without Dad"
Third: Celest Collier’s "Gargoyle"
Honorable Mention: Sharon Olson’s "Ray"

Watercolor:
First: Elizabeth Line’s "The Dressing Room"
Second: Jan Huthoefer‘s "Bisbee Street Scene I"
Third: Sharon Guest‘s "Garden Gate""
Honorable Mention: Elizabeth Line’s "Potted Tulips"

Mixed Media:
First: Jan Huthoefer’s’ "Junkyard Pile Up"
Second: Pat McAloon’s "Indian Vase"
Third: Michael Kern’s "American Granite"
Honorable Mention: Barbara Sisneros’ "The Secret Place"

Acrylics:
First: Rebecka Pomponio’s "Still Standing"
Second: Rebecka Pomponio’s "Just a Little Downtime"
Third: Jack Miller’s: "Murphy Ranch"
Honorable Mention: Sue Olivo’s "Sonoran Spring"

Photography:
First, Mrs. Harold Love Award and Best of Show: Glen Sanner‘s "Gotcha Covered"
Second: Gerrianne Bielefeld’s "Wagon Wheel"
Third: Randy Forrest’s Reflection - Green Kingfisher Pond"
Honorable Mentions: Glen Sanner‘s "Mallard Pair", Pat Anderson’s "Homage to Pen and Ink", Gerrianne Bielefeld’s "Formations, Randy Forrest’s "Thirsty Goldfinch"

Tombstone Mayor’s Award: Dick Harig’s "Branded"

If you were unable to attend the reception, you may still see the show, which will run from February 27 to March 29, 2010. The Tombstone Association of the Arts is located at 317 Allen Street. Hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily with free admission. Call (520)457-2380 for further information.

Visit the Gallery to see the work of your neighbors and friends, as well as additional miniature paintings, jewelry and crafts. Hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily with free admission. Call (520)457-2380 for additional information.

A few of our award winning judged show entries...