From the President
Carol Stearns
We welcome a new member Celeste Collier to TAA. Celeste is a very talented artist that paints in various mediums. She will be a great asset to the Gallery and we are pleased she has joined our family.
Dedication: To set apart by a solemn act: devote or set apart to some work or duty: I want to acknowledge and thank the many members who are dedicated to the Gallery: The members who attend the General Meeting the first Tuesday of every month. The members who docent extra time to keep the Gallery opened. To Dick Roark who came in on Saturday, the third, to sit for a friend who could not make her docent time. He didn't have to cover for her. They could have called Marian and have her scurry around looking for someone to cover the time. These members are truly dedicated in showing an interest in what takes place with the Association. To all of them, the Board says THANK YOU.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: It has been brought to our attention through Pat Anderson's husband Dave ( who works for the Police Department) that counterfeit bills are showing up in Sierra Vista and surrounding towns. Perpetrators are passing counterfeit $1.00, $5.00 and larger bills. As a precaution, we have a black Counterfeit Detector Pen that will be in the cash drawer at all times. USE IT ON ALL BILLS AND KEEP PEN IN CASH DRAWER. It is simple to use. Take a bill regardless of denomination and make a small mark on bill. If the mark turns yellow it is a good bill. If the mark turns black it is counterfeit. Any questions please call Alice.
The new By-Law regarding the Memorial Wall was approved: Please write down on your By-Law sheet the added high-lighted sentence under 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. 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. I am in the process of writing small obituaries for each deceased artist on the memorial wall. This is a way of paying tribute to our deceased friends and letting visitors know who they were.
SCOPE OF NOTICE for By-Law Article II- Officers and Board of Officers #4. Commencing in 2001, the term of office shall be two (2) years and will be limited to two (2) consecutive terms. An exception can be made to the limit of two (2) consecutive terms but must be made on individual offices, one term at a time, and must be approved by a 2/3 majority of the members present at the February meeting when the slate is presented.
Proposed By-Law to be Voted on May 4th at General Meeting: Commencing in 2010, the term of office shall be two (2) years and will be limited to two (2) consecutive terms or until (the Officer's) successor is elected, and must be approved by a 2/3 majority of the members present. An exception can be made to the limit of two (2) consecutive terms but must be made on individual offices, one term at a time, and must be approved by a 2/3 majority of the members present at the February meeting when the slate is presented.
Our Publicist Jan Huthoefer will be going to a seminar this Friday regarding putting TAA on Face Book. For those of you who do not have a computer this is a web site on the Internet which could be of great value in advertising TAA and the members' work. As she learns more details she will inform us.
From the Vice President
Marian Spencer
First of all, a big THANK YOU to those of you who are helping see us through this crisis - the crisis of restoring the Visitor's Center to whatever. The reason we lost our source of power and heat was that there was never any scheme established. The electrical lines in the Gallery are mixed with those of the rest of the building. The grant to restore the Visitor's Center was only to repair that part of the building and we had very little communication concerning our needs. The power outage was supposed to be ended by April. We have to be patient. In the meantime we try to use the overkill extension cord for the jewelry case, and the battery-powered light donated by our President in the restroom. The Visitor Center's power source was tangled with ours and we wait as patiently as possible for "April."
Now the Good Things: A coating of tar on the roof solved the problem of running water in the craft room, at least temporarily, and we can use the space we have. The city electrician, Paul Hamm is ready to repair our electrical service. Docents should turn on lights when needed. The furnace works IF IT IS TURNED ON. The side door should be used only for emergencies. Everyone using it - or not using it - should check to have it locked. Slam it. The city may have been using it or someone used it and neglected to lock it afterward.
Remember, Docents, when you are in charge of a show or you are a Featured Artist, you are expected to sit extra times. If you cannot sit, CALL as soon as you know. CALL MARIAN, CALL THE GALLERY, CALL ALICE! If you need to leave early for any reason, CALL! If we expect to remain in business, we must have the place open. It is scary to call and get no response. I may not be in a good position to walk to the Galley just then to see what happened.
As someone who has sat a lot for the last three years, I find that our large purchases come from other countries with CASH. If they intend to shop they go from one gallery to another, find what they want, and are ready to take it with them. Many have removed the painting from the frame so they could pack it for other lands. As long as they have purchased the painting and THEY REMOVE IT and THEY OWN IT the only help they should be given is the space and a possible tool.
SALE SHELF. Our little sale shelf is back and available for sale of useful items kept in neat array: We needed some old art magazines to refer to when a visitor asked, "What is scratch art?" We are often asked for quilt patterns available from old magazines or books. Price items with the dots available in the quilt bag drawer. Docent removes tag, places pay in box and the fund is a donation to TAA. Do not write sale in cash book.
From the Gallery Directors
Pat Anderson & Sue Olivo
Our Open Judged Show was a great success! Thanks to all of you who volunteered to help with the necessities: music, refreshments, entries and hanging. It was much appreciated! The 6' artist has been initiated. You might have noticed that not all artists have a 6' space. This is due to the amount of art submitted. The artists were assigned their space at a random drawing witnessed by other artists on the In/Out day. We will rotate art every month, but we may instead decide to do it every two months. As with everything we've done, this is on a trial basis. Also, as we have more artists join TAA, the space may be adjusted. Even though you have your own space, it is still necessary to talk with a Gallery Director before a change is made. You may still replace an item that is sold. The mini-minis have their own space. Many tourists buy the smaller paintings, so it is better to have them all together. We also have new labels for your artwork. You may exchange the ones you now have with the new ones when you come into exchange your work or you may do it while you are docenting. The labels will be in the cabinet that goes up to the Craft Room. Thanks to Carol Stearns for arranging the Memorial Wall. It looks great! As a reminder, PLEASE call the artist when you have sold a painting, no matter what the size. Also, some artists would like to have the name and address of the purchaser so a thank you note may be sent. There is a receipt book at the register to use. If there is anyone interested in being a Featured Artists this year, you may call Pat Anderson or Sue Olivo to inquire about availability. The In/Out date for April is the 30th. See you then!
From the Craft Directors
Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt
Our craft area is enjoying great success. Sales are up and that is great for the gallery. Thank you all for making these terrific items.
We will continue our display window with the spring theme until the end of April. All Easter items will be put in your box or be put in the kitchen if your box is full. We will then display our Red, White, and Blue for our patriotic holidays of Memorial Day, Flag Day, July 4th, and finally Labor Day. As you craft for these days, remember that other items not related to these days need to be brought in as well. We are still keeping our fingers crossed that our 'leak' has been repaired. We have moved some things around to accommodate this 'fix' which has given us more space for displaying our crafts. With this extra space we can certainly use more items!!
Please remember to check the kitchen for any items that were put there for a number of reasons...some may be missing a tag, item could be damaged, or item could be dirty or faded. We also have a few items that have been in the gallery for quite a long time...some of these items will be removed from display and put in the kitchen. If an item belongs to you, please take it home and then replace it with a newer and fresher model.
Please remember that items left under the window for display are for the craft directors or craft committee to disperse, whether it is to display or to be put in the crafters personal box. If for any reason it is necessary for an item or items to be removed from under the table...please notify one of us... we will need to know the reason why, and then we will decide where the item(s) should go.
Thank you all for the great job you are doing creating these wonderful crafts. We are proud to have you in the gallery.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Thursday, March 4, 2010
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.
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.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Friday, February 5, 2010
February Newsletter
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 Gerrieanne 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
Quilt Show Out Feb 25th
Open Show Art In Feb 26th
Open Showw Judging Feb 27th
General Meeting March 2, 9:00 am
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Alice Mooty, Treasurer
In the past, the Gallery accepted Canadian checks that were marked "in N.S. Funds" by the check amount. We recently took 2 such checks. Upon depositing them I found Bank policies have changed. Such checks are not put on hold until the check clears. I feel that it is now best we simply DO NOT ACCEPT ANY CANADIAN CHECKS, eliminating any hold put on a deposit to our Credit Union account.
Unfortunately in December we were given a NSF check. While only in the amount of $9.40, banks are now charging not only the writer but the recipient as well in the amount of $20.00. MEMBERS: Before you accept a check, please pay careful attention. THEY MUST HAVE A PHOTO ID, AND THE CHECK MUST HAVE BUYERS NAME AND ADDRESS; BANK NAME AND ITS ADDRESS. WHILE WRITING THEIR DRIVERS LICENSE NUMBER FROM PHOTO ID, ALSO NOTICE IF CHECK HAS A PRINTED PHONE NUMBER. IF NOT, ASK FOR TELEPHONE AND WRITE IT ON CHECK. Any check you look at and have a "feeling" that all is not quite right, PLEASE CALL ME. Especially if it is for a large amount. I would rather be safe than sorry, even though we might lose a sale. Many merchants in Tombstone do not accept checks, period. If a buyer really wants something, there are numerous ATMS close by in Tombstone.
From the President
Carol Stearns
I received an email that the Tombstone Gazette was inquiring about rumors that there have been some changes in the people working at the Gallery." Any comments on this they asked?" Then they went on to say "The rumors are that these people were all fired but no one seems to have any actual information". When I receive an email that a newspaper is looking for a story I feel actual facts must be given therefore, read the Tombstone Gazette page 6 " Letters to the Editor" for our reply. We appreciate all the hard work that went into making the Quilt Shows a success in the past but the people who were in charge of the Quilt Show last year decided not to do the Quilt Show this year. I was told to even remove the Needle Nuts from the entry form. Every opportunity was made to have the same people in charge of the Quilt Show last year be in charge this year. Read the approved December minutes (which by the way had 15 members present) at the front desk of the Gallery explaining what transpired. We do not hire people and we do not fire people. Everything in this Association is done on a voluntary basis. No one was fired at any time from any position. Please let us stop this rumor, which undermines the Gallery.
Now on a more positive note: Hallelujah, Hallelujah. After our many calls the City of Tombstone is starting the much needed work on our building. Painters have been hired and they will be scraping all the old paint off in preparation of painting the outside of the building to the original color of long ago. While I was at the Gallery the roofer, who has been hired by the city, came in to see the damage and was amazed. He plans on getting the proper materials and start work as soon as possible. He could not believe we had the roof repaired a year and a half ago. In regards to the Quilt Show. I am so proud of all the members and non-members who have come forward to help Marian Spencer with the show. The day the quilts arrived was a sight to be seen. It was organized and she had more than enough people helping. Fourteen (14) to be exact. I cannot begin to thank all who participated and worked so hard to make this show a success. Also, I hope you take the time to go into our Craft Shop and see the marvelous job that Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt did in rearranging the crafts and setting up extra tables. It looks great and they are to be commended on a job well done.
Special thanks goes out to all the members who contributed the $135 in the envelope at Christmas time. This money was sent along with TAA money to help the Tombstone Food Bank. They were very excited to receive it. Thanks goes out to Dave Anderson for all his time spent in painting the latticework in the Gallery. Also, you might have noticed that we now have a deterrent for our little critters in the kitchen connected to the electrical outlet. According to our donor, Glenn Chance, it drives them crazy and will make them leave the building. Thanks Glenn it seems to be working.
We have had a request from a visitor who lives in Albany, NY. She and many others would like to see your art and crafts on our web page. She made the comment that "You are the place for art in Tombstone." Think about it. This is a huge compliment to the Gallery. All you have to do is forward your art work to Jesse Davis, Web Page Editor. His email address is jed7@cox.net or you can mail him your resume and pictures. He will see to it that it is incorporated on our web page. Great opportunity for everyone so let us take advantage of this offer. Put TAA on the map.
From the Vice President
Marian Spencer
Welcome to our 28th Annual Quilt Show!
Over 100 colorful quilts hang as banners of pride in our heritage and the constantly improving skills of our exhibitors.
A special thanks to our heroes this month, including Mary Jo Burns and Lu Proll, who monitored the water level in our Craft Room pans during the recent storm, and to the entire board and committees and Glen Sanner, who changed light bulbs and moved furniture to prepare for the show and then helped hang and arrange.
The TAA appreciates our visitors!
AND, THE TAA APPRECIATES ITS DOCENTS!!
Each day we need at least 2 docents AND THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE A MEMBER EXPECTED TO TEACH OR DEMONSTRATE.
And forgot that book you intend to read.
From our visitors we expect to develop sales, friends, participants in art shows and future members and contributors.
Please check the calendar for an extra spot you can help, three docents at a time. (A project teacher needs time to teach.)
Special Needs:
Get the sign out in the morning, unless it is too windy.
Take the sign in at night.
Watch for water in the Craft Room and empty as needed.
Do not use floodlights unless the day is dark. (A short could cause a fire.)
From the Gallery Directors
Pat Anderson & Sue Olivo
Thanks to our committee members who helped us getting ready for the quilt show. We are very appreciative of all you have done; sure makes life a lot easier for us.
March is our Judged Show that is open to all artists, members and non-members alike. We have two very qualified judges, one for fine art and the other for photography. The judge for fine art is Liz Horning who has a very extensive background in art as a professional, a teacher and exhibitor. Patrick Mulligan is a photographer with years of experience in the Tucson Photography Club as an exhibitor and a photography judge. We are very excited to have them both.
Bring in your art to be judged, your unframed art and mini-minis on February 26th, 9:30am – 11:30am. The show will be judged on the 27th from 8:30am – 11:00am. The Gallery will be closed during those times. Following the judging, we will open the Gallery to the public and have a reception and a chance to meet the judges. If you want, they will critique your work. Glenn Chance will provide her beautiful violin music. Thanks Glenn, your music is always such an added treat for our receptions.
Sylvia Rosenkrans will be the contact person for the reception. She will be happy to let you know what to bring. We really don’t want anything that will spill on our recently cleaned carpet (i.e. Salsa). Sylvia’s number is 378-6747.
Until then, keep on keeping on!
From the Craft Directors
Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt
We have rearranged the Craft Shop and it now appears that we have more room. St Patrick's Day is fast approaching and Easter is too, so start getting those bright ideas working. We are requesting that from now on when a holiday is over you take your holiday items home. We no longer can store them at the Gallery and the only ones we will keep on display will be Christmas ones because they sell all year. This policy will give us more room to display everyday crafts.
Thanks to all who participated in the Quilt Show and next month let us help the artists with the Open Show.
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 Gerrieanne 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
Quilt Show Out Feb 25th
Open Show Art In Feb 26th
Open Showw Judging Feb 27th
General Meeting March 2, 9:00 am
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Alice Mooty, Treasurer
In the past, the Gallery accepted Canadian checks that were marked "in N.S. Funds" by the check amount. We recently took 2 such checks. Upon depositing them I found Bank policies have changed. Such checks are not put on hold until the check clears. I feel that it is now best we simply DO NOT ACCEPT ANY CANADIAN CHECKS, eliminating any hold put on a deposit to our Credit Union account.
Unfortunately in December we were given a NSF check. While only in the amount of $9.40, banks are now charging not only the writer but the recipient as well in the amount of $20.00. MEMBERS: Before you accept a check, please pay careful attention. THEY MUST HAVE A PHOTO ID, AND THE CHECK MUST HAVE BUYERS NAME AND ADDRESS; BANK NAME AND ITS ADDRESS. WHILE WRITING THEIR DRIVERS LICENSE NUMBER FROM PHOTO ID, ALSO NOTICE IF CHECK HAS A PRINTED PHONE NUMBER. IF NOT, ASK FOR TELEPHONE AND WRITE IT ON CHECK. Any check you look at and have a "feeling" that all is not quite right, PLEASE CALL ME. Especially if it is for a large amount. I would rather be safe than sorry, even though we might lose a sale. Many merchants in Tombstone do not accept checks, period. If a buyer really wants something, there are numerous ATMS close by in Tombstone.
From the President
Carol Stearns
I received an email that the Tombstone Gazette was inquiring about rumors that there have been some changes in the people working at the Gallery." Any comments on this they asked?" Then they went on to say "The rumors are that these people were all fired but no one seems to have any actual information". When I receive an email that a newspaper is looking for a story I feel actual facts must be given therefore, read the Tombstone Gazette page 6 " Letters to the Editor" for our reply. We appreciate all the hard work that went into making the Quilt Shows a success in the past but the people who were in charge of the Quilt Show last year decided not to do the Quilt Show this year. I was told to even remove the Needle Nuts from the entry form. Every opportunity was made to have the same people in charge of the Quilt Show last year be in charge this year. Read the approved December minutes (which by the way had 15 members present) at the front desk of the Gallery explaining what transpired. We do not hire people and we do not fire people. Everything in this Association is done on a voluntary basis. No one was fired at any time from any position. Please let us stop this rumor, which undermines the Gallery.
Now on a more positive note: Hallelujah, Hallelujah. After our many calls the City of Tombstone is starting the much needed work on our building. Painters have been hired and they will be scraping all the old paint off in preparation of painting the outside of the building to the original color of long ago. While I was at the Gallery the roofer, who has been hired by the city, came in to see the damage and was amazed. He plans on getting the proper materials and start work as soon as possible. He could not believe we had the roof repaired a year and a half ago. In regards to the Quilt Show. I am so proud of all the members and non-members who have come forward to help Marian Spencer with the show. The day the quilts arrived was a sight to be seen. It was organized and she had more than enough people helping. Fourteen (14) to be exact. I cannot begin to thank all who participated and worked so hard to make this show a success. Also, I hope you take the time to go into our Craft Shop and see the marvelous job that Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt did in rearranging the crafts and setting up extra tables. It looks great and they are to be commended on a job well done.
Special thanks goes out to all the members who contributed the $135 in the envelope at Christmas time. This money was sent along with TAA money to help the Tombstone Food Bank. They were very excited to receive it. Thanks goes out to Dave Anderson for all his time spent in painting the latticework in the Gallery. Also, you might have noticed that we now have a deterrent for our little critters in the kitchen connected to the electrical outlet. According to our donor, Glenn Chance, it drives them crazy and will make them leave the building. Thanks Glenn it seems to be working.
We have had a request from a visitor who lives in Albany, NY. She and many others would like to see your art and crafts on our web page. She made the comment that "You are the place for art in Tombstone." Think about it. This is a huge compliment to the Gallery. All you have to do is forward your art work to Jesse Davis, Web Page Editor. His email address is jed7@cox.net or you can mail him your resume and pictures. He will see to it that it is incorporated on our web page. Great opportunity for everyone so let us take advantage of this offer. Put TAA on the map.
From the Vice President
Marian Spencer
Welcome to our 28th Annual Quilt Show!
Over 100 colorful quilts hang as banners of pride in our heritage and the constantly improving skills of our exhibitors.
A special thanks to our heroes this month, including Mary Jo Burns and Lu Proll, who monitored the water level in our Craft Room pans during the recent storm, and to the entire board and committees and Glen Sanner, who changed light bulbs and moved furniture to prepare for the show and then helped hang and arrange.
The TAA appreciates our visitors!
AND, THE TAA APPRECIATES ITS DOCENTS!!
Each day we need at least 2 docents AND THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE A MEMBER EXPECTED TO TEACH OR DEMONSTRATE.
And forgot that book you intend to read.
From our visitors we expect to develop sales, friends, participants in art shows and future members and contributors.
Please check the calendar for an extra spot you can help, three docents at a time. (A project teacher needs time to teach.)
Special Needs:
Get the sign out in the morning, unless it is too windy.
Take the sign in at night.
Watch for water in the Craft Room and empty as needed.
Do not use floodlights unless the day is dark. (A short could cause a fire.)
From the Gallery Directors
Pat Anderson & Sue Olivo
Thanks to our committee members who helped us getting ready for the quilt show. We are very appreciative of all you have done; sure makes life a lot easier for us.
March is our Judged Show that is open to all artists, members and non-members alike. We have two very qualified judges, one for fine art and the other for photography. The judge for fine art is Liz Horning who has a very extensive background in art as a professional, a teacher and exhibitor. Patrick Mulligan is a photographer with years of experience in the Tucson Photography Club as an exhibitor and a photography judge. We are very excited to have them both.
Bring in your art to be judged, your unframed art and mini-minis on February 26th, 9:30am – 11:30am. The show will be judged on the 27th from 8:30am – 11:00am. The Gallery will be closed during those times. Following the judging, we will open the Gallery to the public and have a reception and a chance to meet the judges. If you want, they will critique your work. Glenn Chance will provide her beautiful violin music. Thanks Glenn, your music is always such an added treat for our receptions.
Sylvia Rosenkrans will be the contact person for the reception. She will be happy to let you know what to bring. We really don’t want anything that will spill on our recently cleaned carpet (i.e. Salsa). Sylvia’s number is 378-6747.
Until then, keep on keeping on!
From the Craft Directors
Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt
We have rearranged the Craft Shop and it now appears that we have more room. St Patrick's Day is fast approaching and Easter is too, so start getting those bright ideas working. We are requesting that from now on when a holiday is over you take your holiday items home. We no longer can store them at the Gallery and the only ones we will keep on display will be Christmas ones because they sell all year. This policy will give us more room to display everyday crafts.
Thanks to all who participated in the Quilt Show and next month let us help the artists with the Open Show.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Friday, January 29, 2010
Art to Art Talk, January 2010
From the President
Carol Stearns
Here we are in a brand new year with hopes and dreams that this New Year will bring us many wonderful things. When we look back at the past year and all the accomplishments that have been made it makes us feel that we will be successful in whatever we do. You can be proud of those accomplishments. Because of all your hard work we were able to give two $1,000 scholarships to students graduating from Tombstone High School, $1,000 to the Small Animal Shelter in Tombstone, $1,000 to the Food Bank in Tombstone, $150 to the Tombstone Fire Department for Toys for Tots, $800 in repairing the windows of the Gallery, donate money to the American Cancer Society and the American Diabetic Assoc. in honor of members, pay a 5% surcharge on all our sales to the City of Tombstone and pay all the bills for the function and operation of running the Gallery. Being a Non-Profit Organization our sole existence is giving back to the City of Tombstone. Paying your dues, selling the smallest of crafts to the largest of crafts, any note card, picture, painting and most important docenting you have contributed in helping the Tombstone Community and you can be proud of that. Together in this New Year we will continue to grow thanks to all your support and all your hard work.
Special thanks goes out to Mike Rosado for finishing the painting of the kitchen cabinets and Jesse Davis for getting the bubble wrap that we needed so desperately. Marian Spencer is busy organizing the Quilt Show and already members and non members have come forward to help. Please read the Gallery Directors' message regarding all artwork to be removed from the Gallery on the 25th of this month. Also, remember do not use the flood lights unless absolutely necessary. Some of them have already burnt out and the electrician cannot keep coming back to replace them. Soon we will have a solution to this problem but for now let us all be patient. Special Note: Our electric light bill has been cut in half due to the limitations of leaving these flood lights on.
From the Vice President
Marian Spencer
Our docents make a difference. This difference and the amazing art and craft creations have given us a better income than some of our neighbors experience.
Now we are preparing for the top months of our year. During our February Quilt Show we often find potential craft members. During our Open Judged Show in March we find new artists.
In preparation you will find on the calendar:
Quilt entry forms due January 19th
Art Show OUT January 25th (No room at the Gallery)
Shampoo Rug January 26th (Carol Stearns haunts the Gallery)
Quilts Checked In January 27th 8:00 a.m. till Noon
Quilts hung in afternoon
Quilt Show Open January 28th.
Classes by Lucy Weatherwax February 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 9:30 a.m. till Noon
Sales procedure is the same. Quilts are marked FOR SALE with price or NFS (not for sale). To sell, quilts are unpinned carefully, folded and place in the tall kitchen bags, cards are placed in jar and sales recorded in cash book. In March, pictures are packed carefully in bubble wrap and placed in tall kitchen bags.
Special Admonition if you are in charge of the desk:
Be alert and helpful
Smile and welcome everyone
No distractions like games, books, craft construction or artwork. There will be no extra envelopes in the drawer other than the quilt ticket bag. There will be a shelf for sale items that will have an extra box for money for these sale items. No surcharge on these small items and they are not written in the cash book. All this will be explain to you the day you arrive to docent. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION, ASK.
From the Gallery Directors
Pat Anderson & Sue Olivo
HAPPY NEW YEAR and many thanks to our Gallery Committee that made 2009 an easy year for new directors. Your dedication and commitment to TAA is commendable. Our committee works very hard, but sometimes we have other commitments (i.e. vacation) so it would be great to have some extra people as backup, on an on-call basis. If you would like to join us in this endeavor, please call Pat Anderson or Sue Olivo.
Since it is a new year, we would like all of you to think about rotating your paintings. Some have been in the Gallery for many months. We have new dimensions and new pricing limits, so please refer to your By-Laws. As a reminder to all artists, only the Gallery Directors may rearrange the art. Any questions?? Call us. YOUR ENTRY FORMS FOR THE JUDGED SHOW IN MARCH NEED TO BE IN BY FEBRUARY 12th.
A very important matter is the featured artists of 2010. Call either Pat Anderson: 459-0962 or Sue Olivo: 803-1035 so we can place you on the calendar. There will be only two featured artists at a time and the space will be limited so the number of paintings will also be limited to the space. That means, you won't have to have 25 paintings to be a featured artist. Call by the end of this month January 31st. New members need to have been a member for at least 6 months to be featured.
The San Pedro River Arts Council (formerly the Benson Arts Commission) is holding a Visual Art and Photography Show in March. They are participating in the Countywide "March is Arts Month" and are calling all artists. If you are interested, pick up a form at the TAA Gallery or email bensonartsbwelle@mac.com to download these documents.
The Quilt Show is the month of February. Our date to pickup our art is January 25th from 9:30am-12 noon. Art includes paintings, photos, and unframed originals. This year we will have our card racks with cards and bookmarks. Removing all art is mandatory. If you cannot pickup your art, please make arrangements to have someone do it for you. See you on the 25th.
From the Craft Directors
Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt
The holidays have come and gone. We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and we continue to wish everyone a prosperous NewYear. And now, it's time to get down to business.
The QUILT Show is coming!! Have you starting making items for our table in the show? If not, now is the time to get started. There's not much time left until the show starts. Let's make it a real blow-out of items this year. Place all items under the table in the front window. The kitchen area will be reserved for incoming quilts.
We have many Christmas items left over which are located in the kitchen. Please, please, please remove these items as soon as possible. If and when we need items for our Christmas area which stays up all year, we will let you know in the newsletter. As for now, the kitchen needs to be cleared of all items by JANUARY 20 in anticipation of incoming quilts.. Any items left after this date will be removed at the committee's discretion.
We have allowed jewelry to be hung "in frames" and displayed on our walls and tables by a request of one individual. Others have taken it upon themselves to presume it was 'okay' to do. Except for certain times of the year, we do have a size restriction for the frames. Due to space limitations of our craft area, we need to keep these restrictions in force. Framed jewelry must not exceed 12" x 12" or 144 square inches. ALL JEWELRY MUST REMAIN WITHIN THE CONFINES OF THE FRAME. Framed jewelry must be approved by the directors and hung by the directors. If this procedure is not followed, the frame will be removed from display and put into the kitchen area.
We are really looking forward to the time that our 'damaged corner' will be repaired. Not able to utilize that corner really cuts down our ability to have more crafts on display. With the Quilt show soon to arrive, we will need to 'scrunch' some items, and/or remove some items until the show is over. Your patience in this matter will be greatly appreciated.
Carol Stearns
Here we are in a brand new year with hopes and dreams that this New Year will bring us many wonderful things. When we look back at the past year and all the accomplishments that have been made it makes us feel that we will be successful in whatever we do. You can be proud of those accomplishments. Because of all your hard work we were able to give two $1,000 scholarships to students graduating from Tombstone High School, $1,000 to the Small Animal Shelter in Tombstone, $1,000 to the Food Bank in Tombstone, $150 to the Tombstone Fire Department for Toys for Tots, $800 in repairing the windows of the Gallery, donate money to the American Cancer Society and the American Diabetic Assoc. in honor of members, pay a 5% surcharge on all our sales to the City of Tombstone and pay all the bills for the function and operation of running the Gallery. Being a Non-Profit Organization our sole existence is giving back to the City of Tombstone. Paying your dues, selling the smallest of crafts to the largest of crafts, any note card, picture, painting and most important docenting you have contributed in helping the Tombstone Community and you can be proud of that. Together in this New Year we will continue to grow thanks to all your support and all your hard work.
Special thanks goes out to Mike Rosado for finishing the painting of the kitchen cabinets and Jesse Davis for getting the bubble wrap that we needed so desperately. Marian Spencer is busy organizing the Quilt Show and already members and non members have come forward to help. Please read the Gallery Directors' message regarding all artwork to be removed from the Gallery on the 25th of this month. Also, remember do not use the flood lights unless absolutely necessary. Some of them have already burnt out and the electrician cannot keep coming back to replace them. Soon we will have a solution to this problem but for now let us all be patient. Special Note: Our electric light bill has been cut in half due to the limitations of leaving these flood lights on.
From the Vice President
Marian Spencer
Our docents make a difference. This difference and the amazing art and craft creations have given us a better income than some of our neighbors experience.
Now we are preparing for the top months of our year. During our February Quilt Show we often find potential craft members. During our Open Judged Show in March we find new artists.
In preparation you will find on the calendar:
Quilt entry forms due January 19th
Art Show OUT January 25th (No room at the Gallery)
Shampoo Rug January 26th (Carol Stearns haunts the Gallery)
Quilts Checked In January 27th 8:00 a.m. till Noon
Quilts hung in afternoon
Quilt Show Open January 28th.
Classes by Lucy Weatherwax February 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 9:30 a.m. till Noon
Sales procedure is the same. Quilts are marked FOR SALE with price or NFS (not for sale). To sell, quilts are unpinned carefully, folded and place in the tall kitchen bags, cards are placed in jar and sales recorded in cash book. In March, pictures are packed carefully in bubble wrap and placed in tall kitchen bags.
Special Admonition if you are in charge of the desk:
Be alert and helpful
Smile and welcome everyone
No distractions like games, books, craft construction or artwork. There will be no extra envelopes in the drawer other than the quilt ticket bag. There will be a shelf for sale items that will have an extra box for money for these sale items. No surcharge on these small items and they are not written in the cash book. All this will be explain to you the day you arrive to docent. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION, ASK.
From the Gallery Directors
Pat Anderson & Sue Olivo
HAPPY NEW YEAR and many thanks to our Gallery Committee that made 2009 an easy year for new directors. Your dedication and commitment to TAA is commendable. Our committee works very hard, but sometimes we have other commitments (i.e. vacation) so it would be great to have some extra people as backup, on an on-call basis. If you would like to join us in this endeavor, please call Pat Anderson or Sue Olivo.
Since it is a new year, we would like all of you to think about rotating your paintings. Some have been in the Gallery for many months. We have new dimensions and new pricing limits, so please refer to your By-Laws. As a reminder to all artists, only the Gallery Directors may rearrange the art. Any questions?? Call us. YOUR ENTRY FORMS FOR THE JUDGED SHOW IN MARCH NEED TO BE IN BY FEBRUARY 12th.
A very important matter is the featured artists of 2010. Call either Pat Anderson: 459-0962 or Sue Olivo: 803-1035 so we can place you on the calendar. There will be only two featured artists at a time and the space will be limited so the number of paintings will also be limited to the space. That means, you won't have to have 25 paintings to be a featured artist. Call by the end of this month January 31st. New members need to have been a member for at least 6 months to be featured.
The San Pedro River Arts Council (formerly the Benson Arts Commission) is holding a Visual Art and Photography Show in March. They are participating in the Countywide "March is Arts Month" and are calling all artists. If you are interested, pick up a form at the TAA Gallery or email bensonartsbwelle@mac.com to download these documents.
The Quilt Show is the month of February. Our date to pickup our art is January 25th from 9:30am-12 noon. Art includes paintings, photos, and unframed originals. This year we will have our card racks with cards and bookmarks. Removing all art is mandatory. If you cannot pickup your art, please make arrangements to have someone do it for you. See you on the 25th.
From the Craft Directors
Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt
The holidays have come and gone. We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and we continue to wish everyone a prosperous NewYear. And now, it's time to get down to business.
The QUILT Show is coming!! Have you starting making items for our table in the show? If not, now is the time to get started. There's not much time left until the show starts. Let's make it a real blow-out of items this year. Place all items under the table in the front window. The kitchen area will be reserved for incoming quilts.
We have many Christmas items left over which are located in the kitchen. Please, please, please remove these items as soon as possible. If and when we need items for our Christmas area which stays up all year, we will let you know in the newsletter. As for now, the kitchen needs to be cleared of all items by JANUARY 20 in anticipation of incoming quilts.. Any items left after this date will be removed at the committee's discretion.
We have allowed jewelry to be hung "in frames" and displayed on our walls and tables by a request of one individual. Others have taken it upon themselves to presume it was 'okay' to do. Except for certain times of the year, we do have a size restriction for the frames. Due to space limitations of our craft area, we need to keep these restrictions in force. Framed jewelry must not exceed 12" x 12" or 144 square inches. ALL JEWELRY MUST REMAIN WITHIN THE CONFINES OF THE FRAME. Framed jewelry must be approved by the directors and hung by the directors. If this procedure is not followed, the frame will be removed from display and put into the kitchen area.
We are really looking forward to the time that our 'damaged corner' will be repaired. Not able to utilize that corner really cuts down our ability to have more crafts on display. With the Quilt show soon to arrive, we will need to 'scrunch' some items, and/or remove some items until the show is over. Your patience in this matter will be greatly appreciated.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Art to Art, December 2009
The President’s Message
Carol Stearns
I am sorry to report that Jim Dalmer who has been a member of TAA for many years has passed away. He will be sadly missed for he truly was a talented artist, a member who always was willing to help everyone, a true gentleman and a great friend. There will be a memorial service for Jim on December 17th 12:00 noon at St. Andrew the Apostle Church, 800 Taylor St, Sierra Vista. I am sure his wife Margaret would appreciate you remembering Jim with a card to her and the family. Let us remember Jim and his family in our prayers.
IMPORTANT: According to our By Laws: Article V – Membership #6: Dues must be paid by December 31st for the following year. The Board will review sitting requirements and locations requirements as of December 31st and determine the eligibility to continue membership under irregular circumstances. If dues are unpaid or docenting requirements are not up to date by December 31st, a person must reapply for membership. It is important that you submit your dues of $15.00 for single member and $25.00 for family before December 31st. Please see to it that Alice Mooty receives your check before the deadline or you will have to reapply for membership. There are no exceptions to this rule.
CHRISTMAS PLATES: The committee that does the Christmas Plates each year has decided not to do the plates for TAA but to get funding from other organizations and give the plates to the people on our list. A motion was made and approved by all present to take the $500 that was allotted for the Christmas Plates to be sent to the Food Bank in Tombstone instead. All members who gave a check or cash to Alice Mooty for the Christmas Plates will be notified as to whether they want their money to be returned to them or to be used for the Food Bank. What matters here is that all people on the Christmas Plate list and the Food Bank will benefit.
QUILT SHOW IN FEBRUARY: A motion was made and approved by all members present that Marian Spencer will be the Local Coordinator for the Quilt Show. She will be in charge of organizing it. Mary Jo Burns’ name will be listed on the entry form to assist her with calls and requests. The entry forms for this show will be mailed out on December 9th. The Craft Directors Lu Proll, Gerrianne Bielefeldt and their committee Karen Goodman and Mary Jo Burns will be in charge of all crafts that will be displayed during the Quilt Show. Mary Jo Burns will be Alice Mooty’s Assistant during the show. Kathy Brodniak will be the official photographer for the show. Marian will be calling on you as she forms her committees. Please help her as much as you can. Together as a team we can make this a very successful show.
Entry forms for the Open Show in March are mailed with this December newsletter. A motion was made and approved by all present that the Treasurer Alice Mooty be paid $500 for all her hard work for the year and another $250 in January, 2010. A motion was made and approved to send the Toys for Tots Tombstone Fire Department $150 for Christmas.
Thank you all for your support during this past year. We truly have many dedicated members who work hard to keep this Gallery going. May each and every one of you have a Merry Christmas and a Healthy New Year.
From the Vice President
Marian Spencer
In preparation of the Santa Claus, the Christmas Show offers many new and attractive items. The Crafters are to be complimented. BUT – in order to sell them we must be careful to have the store manned. PLEASE SIGN IN TO SIT IN THE TIMES CIRCLED IN RED! If no one is here the sales will not be good.
The ad for the Quilt Show will appear in the Feb-March issue of the “Country Register”, appearing about January 15th. Docents should be prepared to answer the questions posed to prospective visitors. There will be extra entry forms filed under “Quilts” and extra entry forms for the “Open Show” in the file drawer on the right side of the desk for anyone who needs one. Dates of the Quilt Show are on the bookmarks which are on the desk to be distributed to visitors. Entry forms for both shows will be sent on December 9th. PLEASE READ AND CARRY OUT ALL INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO DOCENT DUTIES IN OPENING AND CLOSING THE GALLERY WHICH ARE ON THE DESK.
May your Christmas be blessed and your troubles be solved!
From the Gallery Directors
Pat Anderson & Sue Olivo
We have several ideas that we are going to try in 2010. First we are going to:
Have a lottery for featured artists. This seems like a more reasonable way to
proceed, since there are new members that haven’t been featured and existing
members that might like to be featured, but don’t get to the sign-up sheet right away.
Therefore, if you are interested in being a featured artist in 2010, please submit your name to Pat or Sue by the end of January. We think we should use all the months, except the one for the Quilt Show and the Open Show. When the artist’s name is drawn for a summer month, or any month, that artist may change months with another artist. Once the names are drawn, you may trade. The other change will be only two featured artists at a time. The amount of paintings will be changed to the amount of space per featured artist. Basically, it will be 8’x4 “(96”x48”), the two front panels and three in the window.
We have experienced customers coming into the Gallery and asking for a certain artist.
To make it easier for the customers, we are going to give each artist individual space of 72” to hang their paintings or photos, or the combination. The mini-mini wall will remain the same, but we will increase the number from 6 to 8. We plan to start this arrangement for the April show.
All of the above is on a trial basis. If it doesn’t work, we will try something else. Your
cooperation in this is very much appreciated.
The in-and-out date for December is the 30th. January is our membership show, so 5 pieces of art will be accepted. Let’s make the New Year the best ever! And have a very ‘MERRY CHRISTMAS’!!
From the Craft Directors
Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt
Our Christmas Craft Show is doing very well. Sales are very good, so continue to bring in your items. It is OK if you replace your own item(s) when sold. Find a replacement spot to place it. Do not rearrange the tables.
The In/Out date for the Christmas crafts will be Dec 29th. The gallery In/Out date is the 30th so the Christmas display on the mezzanine must be removed before this date.
You may start removing your items right after the 25th if you wish, but no later than the 29th. Thank You in advance for your cooperation.
The February Quilt Show is right around the corner, so as soon as you put away your Holiday Season supplies, pull out the regular crafting supplies and get busy! The crafters will have a large table out in the gallery during the Annual Quilt Show. It is OK to replace your own item(s) when sold. Find a replacement spot to place it. Do not rearrange the tables. Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Carol Stearns
I am sorry to report that Jim Dalmer who has been a member of TAA for many years has passed away. He will be sadly missed for he truly was a talented artist, a member who always was willing to help everyone, a true gentleman and a great friend. There will be a memorial service for Jim on December 17th 12:00 noon at St. Andrew the Apostle Church, 800 Taylor St, Sierra Vista. I am sure his wife Margaret would appreciate you remembering Jim with a card to her and the family. Let us remember Jim and his family in our prayers.
IMPORTANT: According to our By Laws: Article V – Membership #6: Dues must be paid by December 31st for the following year. The Board will review sitting requirements and locations requirements as of December 31st and determine the eligibility to continue membership under irregular circumstances. If dues are unpaid or docenting requirements are not up to date by December 31st, a person must reapply for membership. It is important that you submit your dues of $15.00 for single member and $25.00 for family before December 31st. Please see to it that Alice Mooty receives your check before the deadline or you will have to reapply for membership. There are no exceptions to this rule.
CHRISTMAS PLATES: The committee that does the Christmas Plates each year has decided not to do the plates for TAA but to get funding from other organizations and give the plates to the people on our list. A motion was made and approved by all present to take the $500 that was allotted for the Christmas Plates to be sent to the Food Bank in Tombstone instead. All members who gave a check or cash to Alice Mooty for the Christmas Plates will be notified as to whether they want their money to be returned to them or to be used for the Food Bank. What matters here is that all people on the Christmas Plate list and the Food Bank will benefit.
QUILT SHOW IN FEBRUARY: A motion was made and approved by all members present that Marian Spencer will be the Local Coordinator for the Quilt Show. She will be in charge of organizing it. Mary Jo Burns’ name will be listed on the entry form to assist her with calls and requests. The entry forms for this show will be mailed out on December 9th. The Craft Directors Lu Proll, Gerrianne Bielefeldt and their committee Karen Goodman and Mary Jo Burns will be in charge of all crafts that will be displayed during the Quilt Show. Mary Jo Burns will be Alice Mooty’s Assistant during the show. Kathy Brodniak will be the official photographer for the show. Marian will be calling on you as she forms her committees. Please help her as much as you can. Together as a team we can make this a very successful show.
Entry forms for the Open Show in March are mailed with this December newsletter. A motion was made and approved by all present that the Treasurer Alice Mooty be paid $500 for all her hard work for the year and another $250 in January, 2010. A motion was made and approved to send the Toys for Tots Tombstone Fire Department $150 for Christmas.
Thank you all for your support during this past year. We truly have many dedicated members who work hard to keep this Gallery going. May each and every one of you have a Merry Christmas and a Healthy New Year.
From the Vice President
Marian Spencer
In preparation of the Santa Claus, the Christmas Show offers many new and attractive items. The Crafters are to be complimented. BUT – in order to sell them we must be careful to have the store manned. PLEASE SIGN IN TO SIT IN THE TIMES CIRCLED IN RED! If no one is here the sales will not be good.
The ad for the Quilt Show will appear in the Feb-March issue of the “Country Register”, appearing about January 15th. Docents should be prepared to answer the questions posed to prospective visitors. There will be extra entry forms filed under “Quilts” and extra entry forms for the “Open Show” in the file drawer on the right side of the desk for anyone who needs one. Dates of the Quilt Show are on the bookmarks which are on the desk to be distributed to visitors. Entry forms for both shows will be sent on December 9th. PLEASE READ AND CARRY OUT ALL INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO DOCENT DUTIES IN OPENING AND CLOSING THE GALLERY WHICH ARE ON THE DESK.
May your Christmas be blessed and your troubles be solved!
From the Gallery Directors
Pat Anderson & Sue Olivo
We have several ideas that we are going to try in 2010. First we are going to:
Have a lottery for featured artists. This seems like a more reasonable way to
proceed, since there are new members that haven’t been featured and existing
members that might like to be featured, but don’t get to the sign-up sheet right away.
Therefore, if you are interested in being a featured artist in 2010, please submit your name to Pat or Sue by the end of January. We think we should use all the months, except the one for the Quilt Show and the Open Show. When the artist’s name is drawn for a summer month, or any month, that artist may change months with another artist. Once the names are drawn, you may trade. The other change will be only two featured artists at a time. The amount of paintings will be changed to the amount of space per featured artist. Basically, it will be 8’x4 “(96”x48”), the two front panels and three in the window.
We have experienced customers coming into the Gallery and asking for a certain artist.
To make it easier for the customers, we are going to give each artist individual space of 72” to hang their paintings or photos, or the combination. The mini-mini wall will remain the same, but we will increase the number from 6 to 8. We plan to start this arrangement for the April show.
All of the above is on a trial basis. If it doesn’t work, we will try something else. Your
cooperation in this is very much appreciated.
The in-and-out date for December is the 30th. January is our membership show, so 5 pieces of art will be accepted. Let’s make the New Year the best ever! And have a very ‘MERRY CHRISTMAS’!!
From the Craft Directors
Lu Proll and Gerrianne Bielefeldt
Our Christmas Craft Show is doing very well. Sales are very good, so continue to bring in your items. It is OK if you replace your own item(s) when sold. Find a replacement spot to place it. Do not rearrange the tables.
The In/Out date for the Christmas crafts will be Dec 29th. The gallery In/Out date is the 30th so the Christmas display on the mezzanine must be removed before this date.
You may start removing your items right after the 25th if you wish, but no later than the 29th. Thank You in advance for your cooperation.
The February Quilt Show is right around the corner, so as soon as you put away your Holiday Season supplies, pull out the regular crafting supplies and get busy! The crafters will have a large table out in the gallery during the Annual Quilt Show. It is OK to replace your own item(s) when sold. Find a replacement spot to place it. Do not rearrange the tables. Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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