Corvallis Art Guild

Volume XV Issue 9 Sept, 2009Art Capital of the Pacific Northwest

http://corvallisartguild.org

Presidents Message

Next Meeting : Tuesday Sept 8th

Note: We’re meeting at the Library this month. Bringyour latest work of art to display.

Social 1/2 Hour at 7:00 PMGeneral Meeting 7:30 PM

Program for September:

Scott Huette "Every Artist Needs a Portfolio"

A portfolio is a versatile tool that no artist should be without. It is a portable gallery of your work offering you the opportunity to exhibit and market your work anywhere, anytime. Scott Huette, Photographer and UO Instructor will lead an informal question and answer session addressing portfolio design and pro-duction, such as issues of format, layout, typography, sequence, bindings, enclosures, and digital fine art capture & reproduction methods.

Scott's art work focuses on merging 21st century technology and 19th century alternative photo-graphic printing processes with an emphasis on landscapes and portraiture, all with an "eye" toward blending Eastern and Western Aesthetics. You can view his art at http://studioyugen.com/portfolios.html

Scott also devotes a portion of his time to educating and consulting with artists on how to market their work, how to promote themselves, and how to develop sustainable economic models for their studio. In the spring he'll be giving a presentation to us on photo-graphing our artwork.

Scott Huette

daVinci Days youth artist sketch

So far our summer events have been a great success. At daVinci Days we had a great location under the trees at the Art Village. Many people again participated in our "daVinci Draw" excercise and we are including some of the best drawings in this newsletter. Laura as usual did a superb job as our featured model and this year was assisted by a number of young aspiring models. Many of the Vistas & Vineyards painters as well as some visitors painted and drew at the booth. We even did "quick draw" studies of some of the young visitors.

At the Clothesline Sale we exceeded last years results by a small amount and despite the heat, most everyone had a good time. I want to thank all the volunteers for their contributions toward making this a success. Specifically, I want to recognize Doyle for his overall leadership of the event and Margie for her effort in getting us so much great publicity in the newspaper.

The Fall festival in September will be our final event for the summer and is being organized by Jasmine Nahorniak. Besides Jasmine and myself, the other participants will be Cherrill Boissonou, Tom Allen, Carolyn Madsen, Jake Dorr, Kelly Collins and Linda Edwards.

Finally a reminder that we still have a number of openings including Membership Records, Jury Committee Organizer, as well as Website Coordinator. I am looking forward to another successful year.

Mike

EXECUTIVE BOARDPresident: Mike Bergen mike@creativedialog.com 745.3941Vice President: Maureen Frank maiah@maiahcreations.com 754.0935Secretary: Richard Helmick helmickr@proaxis.com 738.9679Treasurer: DiAnn Acevedo feggie@comcast.net 754.6049Past President: Carolyn Madsen madsen@proaxis.com 754.1528

COMMITTEE CHAIRSArts Center Exhibit Committee Rep Ross Parkerson 754.1870 Exhibit Chair: Marjorie Kinch mkinch@proaxis.com 745.1331Membership: Open Newsletter Editor: Harold Wood tickwood@teleport.com 757.9663Program Chair: Maureen Frank maiah@maiahcreations.com 754.0935Web Master: Pam Van Londen Via website 760.1449 Web Site Chair: Open Arts Center BOD: Carolyn Madsen madsen@proaxis.com 754.1528New Member Chair: Honor Hoover hellohonor@comcast.net 758.6437

Clothesline Sale 2009

The weather for the 48th Clothesline Sale of Art was a little warm. It was almost perfect in the shade, but a little hot for the tents that were out in the sun all day. Everyone had a good time, with the possible exception of one of our artists who was temporarily overcome by the heat, but was able to return to the sale before the end of the day. Many thanks to all who helped out with manning his booth while he was gone. I don’t believe his sales skipped a beat. The crowds seemed a little heavier than last year, and the sales were just a little better. So let’s hope that our sales are following the economy and have bottomed out and will be up even more next year. Chinh Le and I are interested in comments and suggestions from all who participated and will be having a meeting soon to discuss the sale and plans for the next one. We want to thank everyone who helped make our sale a success, especially Margie Kinch who went above and beyond with the advertis-ing. I believe having our advertising in color, and having the additional articles in the GT was very beneficial to our sales. Speaking of next year, we are looking for someone to be the Chairperson of next years Clothesline Sale, or possibly two Chairpersons to share the responsibility. We have all of the information from many of the past Clothesline Sales to draw from, and we have develop-ed a comprehensive spread sheet to help the next Chairperson plan the activities, and manage the com-mittee’s. In addition, I will be around to help the next Chairperson. Also, past chairperson Molly Perry and others will be able to help answer questions. So you will have lots of help. Thanks again for all of you that helped make the 48th Clothesline Sale of Art a big success.

Doyle Leek

Those of us participating in the Clothesline sale havemany behind the “lines” volunteers to thank. One, a new member, Sandra Helmick. Sandra, spouse of Richard Helmick, is a non-artist member of the Arts Guild. She has signed on to assist the organization's treasurer DiAnn Acevedo. Sandra has an academic background in finance and economics; something that every artist and arts organization needs.

Question: Is the file size of our “Electronic” brush-strokes newsletter becoming too big? Is it taking too long to down load? I’m including lots of artwork and workshop information that have images attached. So If you’re having problems let me know. Harold Wood tickwood@teleport.com

Kris Mitchell has a show in the Murdock Gallery at LaSalle Stewart Center in September. Artist reception isSeptember 11th from 4 to 6pm.

Kris Mitchell

Hanging Around Town There are seven places needing images by Sept. 1. We only have the most popular sites signed up for, leaving the walls barein places that depend on us. Please e-mail Marjorie from the website or at mkinch@proaxis.com ASAP.Margie

The Audubon Society of Corvallis is looking for local artists to paint a bird mural using four canvas framesthat are 14' X 5'. The framed canvas is ready to paint and when finished they will be mounted on the ceiling of the Audubon Nature Center at 8590 NW Oak Creek Drive. Canada Geese flying in the "V" form-ation is the theme of the mural. Background can be clouds and sky. We are looking for artists that would volunteer the painting with Audubon paying for cost of paint and a small stipend fee. If interested Contact Paula Vanerheul 541-752-0470 vanderp@peak.org

Cherrill Boissonou has had one of her paintings selected for the cover of an upcoming book titled: "Enlivened by the Mystery: Quakers and God". The book is published by: Western Friend Magazine.

Because there was no newsletter in August we missedan announcement of a invitational art showat the La Sells Stewart Center. Two of our CAG artistparticipated Carol Selberg and Linda Edwards.

Carol Selberg

Dues are Due: Save a stamp and pay DiAnn Acevedoat the meeting Sept 8 or send your $15.00 to our PostOffice Box 1441 Corvallis, OR 97339 Make Checks payable to Corvallis Art Guild

New Member: Sharon Rackham King6219 NE Pettibone Drive Corvallis, OR 97330 503-516-2114Sharon@SharonRackhamKing.comMedia: Watercolor

New Member Marilyn Lindsley 2155 NW Huntington Dr. Corvallis, OR 97330 541-745-6810mldesigns@peak.org Media: Watercolor, Acrylics & Collage

New Member: Gary W. Ferguson1544 NW Highland Dr. Corvallis, OR 97330 541-223-2860gary@garywferguson.com Media: Acrylic New Member: Miriam Edell2305 Crystal Lake Dr. Corvallis, OR 97333 541-753-0460 miriamedell@gmail.com

Upcoming programsOctober 5: "7th Around Oregon Annual" at The Arts CenterNovember 2: "How to Price Your Art" Doug Russell, Fairbanks GalleryDecember 7: Holiday Social

Charles Kelly currently has 11 pieces of his work being shows in the city of Riga in Latvia.

Quantity September October November Benton Hospice 11 Maureen Frank Borders Bookstore* 7 Harold Wood Judy Findley Corvallis Chamber of Com. 12 Peggy SharrowDarrell’s Restaurant 6 Laurel BuchananFidelity National Title Co 10/10 Peggy Sharrow Grace Center *** 10 Leading Floral 10 Montessori School 8 /10 need sign up Red Horse Coffee 10 DiAnn Acevedo Paul Rickey Phyllis Johnson Samaritan Cancer Center 10 Samaritan Village 10 The Soup Shop 20 Pam Van Londen Timberhill Athletic Club 10 /10 Phyllis Johnson & Molly Perry & Karen Mueller & Tom Allen Pam Van Londen Aaron Spitzer Two Month VenuesCentral Willamette Credit 10 Irene Van Dusen Irene Van Dusen Copytronix Hendersons 6 /6 Corvallis Caring Place 10 /10 Honor Hoover Honor Hoover Diane Widler Wenzel Samaritan Internal Med.** 10 Andrea Seavers Andrea Seavers Contact Exhibit Chair Marjorie Kinch at 754-1331 only to fill an opening or any schedule changes. *Border’s Books - Use non-marking tacking substance. **This site requires you to call before hanging 738-0580 ***Please call Rene Knight 754-8417 who requests that the hanging and take down be coordinated with her and each of the two persons involved.

HANGING AROUND TOWN

Corvallis Art GuildP. O. Box 1441Corvallis, OR 97339

Shannon Bell

" I have been painting and teaching workshops onthe Isle of Skye Scotland since July. Enjoy recent photos - all within minutes of the studio on Skye!"

OCTOBER 2009-AUGUST 2010 PAINTING WORK-SHOP RETREATS ~ from $345 'In the footsteps of the Scottish Colourists' with Diane Hoff-Rome, BFA, MFA; on the ISLE OF SKYE SCOTLAND-3 to 5 Days. Materials, Lunch, Dinner. Visit www.artistlife.com for complete details. Questions? Call me: 1 541 847 2257

Diane Hoff-Rome

Article submitted by Irene Van Dusen

Attached is a copy of my painting, "Lavender and Poppies." It received an "Award of Excellence" and was sold at the Oregon Lavender Festival Plein Air Art Show held in Yamhill July 11-12.

Two weeks prior to the festival artists are invited to paint plein air in designated lavender fields taking part in the event. It may not be the same as painting lavender in France, but it was a fantastic experience and much cheaper! I stayed with hosts, who along with other community members, opened their homes to the artists. You are asked to bring your own food. The simplest fare makes a great meal when you are sitting with a view of purple lavender, vinyards and rolling hills.

To be accepted into the show a painting had to be painted plein air during the two weeks with 85% of the piece completed in the field.Thirty-five artists took part in the event and 130 paintings were in theshow held in Yamhill during the two day festival. All unsold paintings were then transported and put on display at two sites in McMinnville, Ford Street Galleryand NW Wine Bar, for one month. Sadly, paintingsthat sold did not stay in the show.

Applications to take part in the Festival's plein air paint out is posted on the Oregon Lavender Festival website each spring. I plan to take part again next year and would be happy to share information with anyone else who is interested. They can call me at 541-971-7151 or email me at irenevandusen@comcast.net. To be sure I open it write "lavender" in the subject line.

Irene Van Dusen

Workshop

Linda Edwards is offering the following workshops and classes.

INTRODUCTORY WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPGlide between spontaneity and control in watercolor. Learn the basics of color mixing and layering, washes, glazing, rendering, and wet-in-wet from veteran 25 year instructor.

Saturdays Oct. 3-24, 1-4pm through Corvallis Parks & Recreation (for more in-formation call 766-6918). $82 or in city discount price $65.

LBCC CLASSES:

FLORAL PAINTING IN WATERCOLORPaint vibrant florals in transparent watercolor and examine a variety of techniques to help you create a large floral close-up. Work from live materials and your favorite photos. Some drawing and watercolor experience is helpful but not required.

Wednesdays Sept. 30 to Dec. 2, 10:00-12:50pm, at the Benton Center room 106$79.5 - TUITION*

ART SAMPLERTry three different art forms to find where your talents lie. Beginning lessons in drawing, mixed media, and watercolor include the basics on color, design, and tech-nique. Gwenn Marchese, Bernice Scheele, and Linda Edwards will encourage you to get started on your creative ventures!Thursdays Oct. 1 to Dec. 3, 6:30-8:20pm, at the Albany Senior Center$63 - TUITION*

FALL LANDSCAPES IN WATERCOLORCapture the glorious fall colors in transparent watercolors! Working from outdoor sketches and/or your photos, paint realistic images. Learn techniques to control water-color, composition tips, color use, and strategies for painting landscape elements. All lev-els welcome.

Fridays Oct 2 to Nov 20, 1:00-3:50pm at the Albany Senior Center$75 - TUITION*

*Oregon residents aged 62 or older pay 75% tuitionFor more information about these 3 classes call LBCC at 917-4811.

Painting the light on the waterwith Mark Allison and Bill Shumway

10th Annual Cascade En Plein Air WorkshopSeptember 18th, 19th, & 20th, 2009

For all artists who have struggled with the mysteries of seeing and painting water, sky, and foliage. Learn how to see and mix nature’s colors and eliminate unnecessary details. Mountain air, and the water in rivers and lakes are all startlingly clear. Colors are cleaner and easier to identify.

• Demos using watercolor, acrylic, and oil. All experience levels and media are welcome.

• Helpful critiques & encouragement• Onsite consultations, trouble shooting,

questions and answers.• Friday evening demo or slide show,

stories, wit, humor, camaraderie, refreshments.

Workshop Dates: Friday, September 18. We will prearrange car pool groups, departure times and places, leaving Corvallis on Friday afternoon, driving to Sisters, OR, to a house we have rented for the weekend. Saturday site: Metolius River. Sunday site: Clearlake. We will leave from Clearlake to return to Corvallis. Map of Sisters, OR will be mailed to participants. Bring food or buy in Sisters. Some cooking and refrigeration available. Bring food coolers. Bring sleeping bag, pillow, pad, towel, etc.Workshop Fee: $225 per person. Register before Aug. 25 by sending a check for full amount to: Mark Allison at 727 NW 16th St., Corvallis, OR 97330. Following registration you’ll receive a map and a more detailed “what to bring” list. Include your e-mail address and the map and lists will be e-mailed to you. Otherwise we’ll mail them. Register today! Fee is refundable up to 48 hours before workshop. Due to class size limit (12) only half of fee refundable for “no shows.”