PPWS NEWSNOVEMBER 2013

Founded to promote, educate, and encourage artistic excellence in watercolor painting among members and within the community.

After you have done a thing the same way for two years, look it over carefully. After five years, look at it with suspicion. After ten years, throw it away and start all over.

Alfred Edward Perlman

It's fall. Not only are the seasons changing, but the time is changing too. Mother Nature is painting our mountains and hillsides with brilliant hues and dusting them with snow. The air is fresh and crisp, and the time change gives us the opportunity to snuggle up early in the evening with our brushes and paints in front of the fireplace to paint the vistas we saw that day. These are the paintings that sell the best. The stark trunks of aspen against the golden leaves backlit by an impossible-to-paint-blue sky. You can almost smell the fresh air and hear the crunch of the leaves as we stroll through the painting in our imagination.

Change. Change can be confusing. Sometimes change is a chance to progress in a new direction. Other times it is the abrupt end to familiar ways and formulas. Artist are constantly evolving. We take numerous workshops hoping to find the vision or inspiration to take on a new medium, a new technique or a new brand of paints. Something that will give us the tools we think we need to successfully sell our works, get us recognition in a competition or give us simple satisfaction.

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Next Meeting: November 20, 2013Cottonwood Center for the Arts, 427 E. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Contents: Page

President’s Letter.....………….…1 & 2Meeting Minutes………...…….…3 & 4C&B & Member Updates……..……...5Calls, Opps & Workshops.……..…....6Financial Report………………………7Photo Gallery………...…..…………...8Members’ Show Forms…....9, 10 & 11

Hosts & Chefs

Hosts: Kristina Storey Mary Taylor

Chefs: Judy Swanson & Kathleen Murray

November Program

Laurel Bahe plans to paint and complete a small owl on canvas with

a few volunteers.(See Page 6, column 3)

Newsletter

Editor: Karen StandridgePublisher: Johanna Cellucci

Please submit articles and information by the 24th of November for inclusion in the December newsletter to the editor atkarenstandridge2001@yahoo.comor publisher at hanni821@aol.com

Connect with us on Facebook!Our Meeting Times

Social: 6:00 PM - 6:30 PMMeeting: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PMProgram: 7:15 PM

www.pikespeakwatercolorsociety.org P.O. Box 62693, Colorado Springs, CO 80962

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Often our work is inspired by the changes in our personal lives. As children, we were taught that a successful piece of art was one in which we managed to color within the lines. In order to succeed, we needed to be conservative and use green for the grass, blue for the sky and trees were brown. Some of us find the freedom and the daring to change this attitude, and we have art with improbable colored skies, multicolored animals and, gracious me, crooked lines! This is the most difficult challenge we make in our first steps to break out of our routine and into a whole new world of freedom. Many of us find comfort in the way we have painted for two years. Do we look with suspicion after five years? Perhaps we should. Have we achieved what we set out to achieve? Has our work progressed or stayed comfortably the same? After ten years, we should be happy enough to keep going in the direction we have taken. Or it's time to throw it out! Try a new style, take an oil class, take a zumba class, do something to stimulate those elusive creative brain cells!

Our society is making some changes. We are looking at the future to become a vital asset in the artistic community. We have the power to change the way people view art. We made a great leap by helping the Bemis School of Art to provide additional special needs educational programs. We had the ability to educate the public about the sophisticated and difficult medium of watercolor by participating in community events like the paint-out at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum this summer. People joined our society and are taking classes because of this outreach. Now we are looking further down the road, exploring ways to fund a gallery, more international shows and perhaps even purchasing a building to house our society.

Of course, this means change. Change in the way we relate to each other socially and artistically. Building friendships, not just acquaintances. Changing our meeting schedule to accommodate more time for interaction. Perhaps having demonstrations that involve audience participation. Snacks and desserts instead of a full meal. Encouraging membership renewal and a "bring a friend" program. Some changes are easy, some are not. Hopefully, we will make the right decisions to lead the Pikes Peak Watercolor Society and our member artists into a future where we will indeed be recognized in the local, national and international world of art!

Carol

La TrelleWatercolor Batik

©Carol Losinski Naylorhttp://fineartamerica.com/profiles/carol-losinski-naylor.html

The meeting was called to order by Carol Naylor, President, at 6:30 PM. Carol had members help carry in the paintings that were in her car from the Airport Exhibit. She reminded us all to stay after the meeting and help the chefs and hosts clean up.

Guests: Guests were introduced. Mary Ann Bobko is a watercolor artist who expressed an interest in joining. New member, Kay Beaubien, was introduced.

Minutes: September Meeting Minutes were approved.

Hosts & Chefs: Thanks were given to our hosts, Liz Engel and Darlene Hoffacker, and chefs, Barry Holmes and Nancy Neale. Scheduled for the November meeting are Kristina Storey and Mary Taylor as hosts, and Judy Swanson and Kathleen Murray as chefs.

Treasurer’s Report: Kathleen Murray was out of town and promised to have the financial information by the end of the month for the newsletter. (See Page 7)

Committee Reports:

Marketing: See Larry Haught’s comments below.

Program: Tara Thomas, Director of Education of the Bemis School of Art, spoke about how our donations have helped them, the programs at Bemis and about her role there.

Laurel Bahe will do a demonstration for November. (See Page 6)

Library: Myra Patin announced our "library special of the month.” Anything with a fall cover or an October issue is half off. Also, every other publication is $1 or six for $5.

Membership: Barbara Will Wallace,

our new membership chairperson, reminded everyone that dues for this year are now past due. If you wish to stay current, please send her your renewal form, which is on the PPWS website.

Signature Members’ Show: Dennis Palsgrove, show chair, was not in attendance. Previously stated dates for the 26th Annual Signature Members’ Show, which will be held at Cottonwood December 6, 2013, through January 18, 2014, with an opening reception on December 6, still hold. (See Page 4 - information and forms on Pages 9, 10 & 11)

Old Business:

Building Purchase: Larry Haught reported that he had contacted Jan Oyler’s son, Andy, to look into finding a building we could buy. He told Andy that we would prefer to have a building in, or close to, Old Colorado City. The price range for buildings now available are from $100,000 to $650,000. Andy recommended bankers he knows that are willing to work with nonprofits. It was decided to set up a tour for the building committee to look at some properties. Our goal is to work on getting a building in the next four to five years. Larry suggested that we contact the Pastel Society and the Art Guild to see if they would be interested in participating.

Larry also said that he had spoken with Steve Quiller to determine if he would be interested in doing a workshop. Steve showed interest in a February workshop. It was mentioned that we could use Emmanuel Lutheran Church which has a room to accommodate 20 participants for a 3-day workshop. It was brought up that Mr. Quiller has relatives in Colorado Springs, therefore, we would not have to provide for a hotel. Kang Lee suggested that we consider a

workshop by Martha Mans. Becky Plack suggested that we get Buffalo Kaplinski, plein air watercolor artist from Elizabeth, Colorado.

Cocktail Party: Carol Naylor again brought up the previously suggested cocktail party as a way of thanking those involved in Watermedia. People that would be invited are those from the Pioneers Museum, Cottonwood, Stargazers, Academy Art and Frame, TMR, and the Colorado Springs Airport. Discussion ensued regarding where and when to have this. Carol and Karen Standridge offered their homes. It was decided that it would be held on Sunday, November 17, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Carol Naylor's house. Carol asked for a volunteer to organize what people should bring. June Galez will organize food and carpools. She can be contacted by email at: JuneGalez@q.com

New Business:

Meeting Social: From last month’s small group sessions, it was strongly suggested by several people that we discontinue having a meal at our meetings. Instead, snacks and/or desserts were suggested. A show of hands vote decided 20 to 14 that we have snacks and/or desserts only. Carol suggested that we try this for 6 months to determine how it works out. It will be up to the chefs at the November meeting (see above) whether they will bring snacks or desserts or both. It was also decided to start at 6:00 PM, instead of at 5:45 PM. December’s meeting will STILL BE OUR POTLUCK DINNER.

Membership: Carol suggested that we expand memberships to corporations and other groups, i.e., colleges. She also stated that the “new membership packet” will be

Minutes from the PPWS General Meeting on October 16, 2013

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reinstated and suggested that we have a flyer for PPWS.

Building Fundraiser: Laurel Bahe suggested that we each donate an unframed 6x6 inch watercolor to be sold for $25 at our Members’ Show to grow our “building fund.” We also need to look for another venue to have the 2014 Members’ Show since Cottonwood has already been booked. It was probably our oversight and another reason that we should look into our own building.

Pandora’s Box: Pandora's Box, a program we have done in the past, was brought up for discussion. Everyone seemed to feel that the interest just wasn't there. Roberta Povelite reminded us that Pandora's Box was first started to spark creativity in the group. PPWS then went on to work with a chosen school to promote our interest in helping youth. We decided to postpone Pandora's Box for discussion at another meeting.

Members’ Classes: Myra Patin said that she had at the library table a list of members who give classes. Those giving classes should put flyers there so that anyone interested can sign up. She also reminded anyone who puts flyers on the table to pick them up at the end of the meeting.

Group Social: We all agreed that sitting in small groups at the beginning of the meeting was a good way to meet other people. It was suggested that everyone sit with someone different every month. GET TO KNOW YOUR FELLOW MEMBERS!

Crowing & Bragging: The basket was passed around, but Carol did not announce individual accomplishments. Instead, she asked for those who sold work during the

month to stand. There were a number of members who sold one or more paintings with prices that ranged from approximately $100 to $400.

The business meeting was adjourned at 7:15 PM.

Respectfully submitted,Jean Forsyth

Program: After a short break, Carol Naylor introduced Tara Thomas, Director of Education at the Bemis School of Art. Tara explained how our donations to Bemis have been used. She said that the donations to the program for at-risk children have made it possible to hold classes every week instead of every other week. She showed us some of their work and told some touching stories of how our dollars are making a difference. The classes are helping 35 to 40 children of The Griffith Center for Children and 25 from Nueva Ventura. The program at Wasson High School is for children and adults. Tara said that they were working on starting a program for young adults at Dale House.

She also brought in artwork from veterans who attend the “Military Creative Expressions” program at Bemis, a collaborative effort of the Fine Arts Center and AspenPointe. This program, that we also help to fund, is not only for physically injured soldiers, but also those with PTSD. Bemis is working on a 8 to 15 week program with UCCS for soldiers to get college credits. She also told very moving stories about these veterans.

Tara appreciates our support and welcomes anything we might be able to do for Bemis and their programs.

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continued from page 3 PPWS 26th Annual 2013Signature Members’ Show

Dec. 6, 2013 to January 18, 2014at Cottonwood Center for the Arts

Take In: November 26, 2013 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Signature Members: 3 to 4 paintings

Associate Members: 1 to 2 paintings to be juried

Opening: December 6, 20135:00 PM to 8:00 PMAll Members: Please bring food

Takedown: January 21, 2014 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Email: Please email your intention to participate and the number of pieces you will enter, as well as .jpg images for invitations, to Dennis Palsgrove at:djpalsgrove@msn.com

(See Pages 9, 10 & 11 at the end of this newsletter for more information and two forms which can be completed and brought in with your artwork.)

Pikes Peak - Garden of the Gods22" x 30"

©Dennis Palsgrovehttp://www.palsgroveart.com/index.html

Visit the PPWS Websitefor more information regarding

the Members’ Show

www.pikespeakwatercolorsociety.org

Crowing and Bragging:

June Galaz received the Juror’s Choice Award in the Pueblo Art Guild’s Southwest Show. Donna McFarland had one commissioned piece and sold 80 greeting cards last month. Karen Standridge sold three paintings at Gallery 113 and one at Fratelli Restaurant. Dan Riddle sold his painting in the International Watermedia Exhibition and one at Academy Art and Frame. Kang Lee Sheppard sold two paintings at Arati and has one commission. Reveille Kennedy sold one painting at Fratelli’s, one at Dale Street, a print on Fine Art America and one painting at the Opera League Auction. Marlene Mihelich sold one painting. Nancy Neale’s butterfly for the Rotary Club’s “Butterflies & Friends” sold for $2,000. Kris Storey was accepted into the ISEA International Show and her butterfly for the Rotary Club’s “Butterflies & Friends” sold for $1,600. Laurel Bahe’s butterfly for the Rotary Club’s “Butterflies & Friends” sold for $1,600.

Carol Naylor sold one very large painting and has one commission; one for an 8 X 3 foot wood wall piece; and has two pieces in the Dia de los Muertos show.

Nard Claar received the Juror’s Choice Award in the Manitou Springs Art Council’s “Colors of Change” Exhibition at Coutura Design Inspirations.

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Crowing & Bragging, Membership Updates and26th Annual 2013 Signature Members’ Show

Note: We want to publish your accomplishments. Even if you are not at a meeting, or forget to put a note into our Crowing and Bragging “basket,” please feel free to send your information by the 24th of the month for publication in the newsletter to Johanna Cellucci at hanni821@aol.com or Karen Standridge at karenstandridge2001@yahoo.com

Membership Updates

Membership ChairBarbara Will-Wallace

New MembersKay Beaubien

Mary Ann BobkoLaura Brown

Janet Cruickshank

Membership Renewal

Membership form on our Websitewww.pikespeakwatercolorsociety.org/documents/documents.html

Let Barbara Will-Wallace know of any changes in your phone number, home, email or website addresses. You can email her at foothillgal44@yahoo.com

Newsletter

All members will be notified by email when the PPWS Newsletter is published to our website for viewing, downloading and printing. Only members without an email address will be mailed a printed copy.

For those who have problems accessing the newsletter, you can request a printed, black and white copy be mailed to you by contacting Kathryn Kelso by email at bobkelso@comcast.net

November Online Art Critique Reminder

byGloria Jean Countryman

Just a reminder that our deadline to submit your work for the next Online Art Critique is November 7. You may submit up to two pieces of finished or unfinished work via email. Check the link for further information: Critique Format

Tell your artist friends about our Critiques and

have them sign up artmatters@earthlink.net

719-942-3458

Gallery Opportunity

Gallery 113 has a couple of small spaces available for artists (either 2D or 3D) beginning Dec. 1, 2013. This is a wonderful opportunity to get your art on gallery walls for the busy holiday season! For questions and/or application information, please call or email:

Mary Gorman - 636-2986 skywaywalk@comcast.net, or

Karen Standridge - 471-0975 karenstandridge2001@yahoo.com

Website: www.gallery-113.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/Gallery113.ColoradoSprings

Call for Entries:

*American Watercolor Society147th Annual International ExhibitionDeadline: November 15, 2013Prospectus: www.americanwatercolorsociety.org

*Western Colorado Watercolor Society2014 22nd Annual Rockies West National ExhibitionDeadline: December 1, 2013Juror: Ratindra Das, AWS DF, NWSProspectus: www.westerncoloradowcsociety.org

*Colorado Watercolor Society23rd Annual 2014 State Watercolor ExhibitDeadline: December 13, 2013Juror: Carl Dalio, AWS, NWS, RMNWSProspectus: www.coloradowatercolorsociety.org

*NWWS-Northwest Watercolor Society74th Annual OPEN ExhibitionDeadline: January 11, 2014Juror: Donna Zagotta, AWS, NWSProspectus: www.nwws.org

*TWSA-Transparent Watercolor Society of America38th National ExhibitionDeadline: January 15, 2014Jurors: Janet Rogers, AWS andSteve Rogers, AWS, NWSProspectus: www.TWSAwatercolors.org

*Watercolor Art Society - Houston (WAS-H)37th International Exhibition 2014Deadline: January 17, 2014Juror: Laurin McCracken, AWS, NWSProspectus: www.watercolorhouston.org

*Louisiana Watercolor Society44th International ExhibitionDeadline: January 21, 2014Juror: Anne Abgott, NWSProspectus: www.LouisianaWatercolorSociety.org

*Texas Watercolor Society65th Annual ExhibitionDeadline: March 1, 2014

Juror: Judy Morris, AWS, NWS, TWSAProspectus: www.texaswatercolorsociety.org

Call for Entries andOther Calls & Workshop Opportunities

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Workshop Opportunities

Art in the Aspens Workshops 2014Oil / Watercolor / Acrylic / PastelRecognized InstructorsDenver, Pueblo & WestcliffeContact: Marty Brens 719-545-2795Info: mailto:info@artaspens.comWebsite: www.artaspens.com

November ProgramDemonstration by Laurel Bahe

Our demo for November will be done by our own member, Laurel Bahe, and possibly YOU! Laurel will show us how she creates little 5x7 by 1.5 inch watercolor/canvas/collage owls that she sells by the bazillions at Squash Blossom Gallery. If you are game to paint along with Laurel and take your creation home, put your name in the hat and maybe you will get to help demo.

http://squashblossom.com/fine_art/laurel_bahe

Other Calls & Opps

The Artist’s Magazine’sAll Media Art CompetitionDeadline: November 15, 2013Judging by the magazine staffInformation & Entry:http://www.artistsnetwork.com/allmedia?et_mid=642925&rid=236348786

Fallbrook Art Center5th Annual Signature American Watermedia ExhibitionDeadline: November 15, 2013Juror: Dean Mitchell, AWS, NWSProspectus: http://www.fallbrookartcenter.org/for-the-artist/show-opportunities/343-5th-annual-signature-american-watercolor-exhibition.html

North Light Books-Splash 16Exploring TextureDeadline: December 2, 2013Information and Entry: http://www.artistsnetwork.com/splashwatercolor?et_mid=640675&rid=236348786

Pueblo Art Guild“Scenes of Pueblo” Show 2014Intake: January 11, 2014JuriedAll MediaInformation Call: 719-543-2455Website: http:puebloartguild.com

Daniel Smith 12th Annual Customer Art ContestNow through: April 30, 2014Prizes: Gift Certificateshttps://www.facebook.com/DanielSmithArtSupplies/app_451684954848385

*denotes qualifying show toward signature membership

Financial ReportKathleen Murray, Treasurer

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Kathleen Murray

Checking Account Balance as of 1 September 2013 3,713.72$

Income:Member Dues 890.00$ Watermedia Income 214.00$ Interest earned 1.14$

Transfer from/to Money Market

Income Total 1,105.14$

ExpensesMeeting/storage space rent 280.00$ Newsletter printing 16.00$ Meeting: Host, Chef and Demo 362.88$ Watermedia 2013 - shipping and misc exp 564.97$ Membership expenses 69.95$

Transfer from/to Money Market 2,500.00$

Expense Total 3,793.80$

Checking Account Balance as of 31 October 2013 1,025.06$

Money Market Account Balance as of 1 September 2013 17,766.24$

Transfer from/to Money Market (see above) 2,500.00$ Interest Earned 2.01$

Money Market Account Balance as of 31 Oct 2013 20,268.25$

Funds on Hand as of 31 October 2013 21,293.31$

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Images from the PPWS October MeetingPhotos by Johanna Cellucci

PPWS Meeting & Presentation by Tara Thomas of Bemis School of Art, October 16, 2013

Carol Naylor, President, conducted her second meeting to a well-attended and animated group.

Our chefs, Nancy Neale and Barry Holmes, put out an unusual spread, which we all enjoyed.

Tara Thomas, Director of Education of the Bemis School of Art spoke about the many service men and women who avail themselves of the Military Creative Expressions Program, a

collaboration of the Fine Arts Center and AspenPointe.

Larry Haught, Vice President, presenting his findings thus far on the possibility of purchasing our own facility.

Above are the sensitive paintings of Anthony Ngo.

Left: “Fallen”Right: “Lost”

We were all impressed with the work Tara brought in to show us. Because of our donations, Bemis was able to provide for additional classes.

Pikes Peak Watercolor Society’s26th Annual

2013Members’ Show

December 6, 2013, through

January 18, 2014

at Cottonwood Center for the Arts427 E. Colorado Avenue

Artists deliver paintings to Cottonwood – Studio ATuesday, November 26th 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

(Signature members: 3 to 4 paintings, based on space available)(Associate members: 1 or 2, juried, based on space available)

(Entry fee - $10 per artist, plus $10 per painting)

Exhibit opens Friday, December 6, 2013

Opening Reception Friday, December 6th 5:00 to 8:00 pm

PLEASE, ALL MEMBERS BRING FOOD

Take down, pick up artwork Wednesday, January 21, 201410:00 am to 4:00 pm

Please email djpalsgrove@msn.com with your intentions to enter with number of works to be included.

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Cottonwood Center for the Arts and PPWSPPWS 26th Annual Members’ Show 2013 Contract

Artist Name: ___________________________ Signature or Associate member Circle oneAddress: _______________________________________________________

Phone: ___________________________ Email: _______________________

Exhibit Dates: Dec. 6, 2013 thru Jan. 18, 2014 Opening Reception Date: Dec. 6, 5:00 to 8:00 pmEntry Fee: $10.00 per artist plus $10.00 per painting = $____________Artwork Due: November 26, 2012 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Artwork Pickup: Jan. 21, 2014 10:00 am to 4pm

1. Cottonwood Center for the Arts and PPWS (hereinafter called the Gallery) will provide the following: printing and mailing of invitations, opening reception and publicity (when applicable).2. Upon delivery, artwork should be exhibit-ready, appropriately framed, glassed, wired and labeled on back with name of artist, title, medium and price.3. The PPWS reserves the right not to display every piece submitted.4. All work (unless sold) must remain on exhibit for the duration of the exhibition.5. No artwork will be exhibited which has previously been shown within the last two years in any PPWS or Cottonwood show.6. The Gallery will hang and make the final determination in the display arrangement of artwork.7. Unless otherwise notified in writing, the Gallery assumes that permission is granted to photograph works for publicity, catalog, or educational purposes.8. In the event of sales during the exhibit, the artist will receive 85% of retail price (set by the artist), Cottonwood will retain a 15% commission on all sales that go through Cottonwood, who will collect the purchase price plus Colorado Sales Tax.9. Work is to be picked up no later than the date listed above.10. Work is to be original artwork created by the artist within the last two years.11. The Gallery assumes no liability for theft, loss, fire or destruction of any kind to any and all exhibited artwork, however caused, throughout the duration of this agreement.12. By signing this contract, the artist acknowledges an understanding and agreement with the PPWS / Cottonwood Center for the Arts exhibition policy and requirements.

I have read the terms of this contract and concur with the conditions set forth.

Artist’s signature___________________________________Date: ___________

Gallery Representative:______________________________Date:___________

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Exhibition Inventory

Entry 1:Title: ___________________________________________________________Medium/Technique: _______________________________________________Year of Execution:_________________ Price: __________________________Framed size: __________inches high x ________________inches wideSold To:________________________________ Date:___________________ Address:________________________________________________________Phone:______________Date Paid:____________________ Check No.______

Entry 2:Title: ___________________________________________________________Medium/Technique: _______________________________________________Year of Execution:_________________ Price: __________________________Framed size: __________inches high x ________________inches wideSold To:__________________________________ Date:_________________ Address:________________________________________________________Phone:______________Date Paid:____________________ Check No.______

Entry 3:Title: ___________________________________________________________Medium/Technique: _______________________________________________Year of Execution:_________________ Price: __________________________Framed size: __________inches high x ________________inches wideSold To:__________________________________ Date:_________________ Address:________________________________________________________Phone:______________Date Paid:____________________ Check No.______

Entry 4:Title: ___________________________________________________________Medium/Technique: _______________________________________________Year of Execution:_________________ Price: __________________________Framed size: __________inches high x ________________inches wideSold To:__________________________________ Date:_________________ Address:________________________________________________________Phone:______________Date Paid:____________________ Check No.______

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