PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Mark Nielsen

HUB RALLY

May 16th Pam Dexter convened our annual HUB RALLY for hub point people.  Hub point people and hub representatives talked about current plans for hub activities.  Pam reviewed the VWS policies regarding hub spending and reimbursement.  Kate Jackson reviewed submission guidance for Snippets articles.  Charles Norris-Brown presented a list of things to consider if your hub is planning an exhibit of its members works.

In the course of discussions we stumbled over what may be a widely held misconception about the role of hub point people that I would like to address.  The role of the hub point person is to help as a facilitator of events and ideas that come from the members of a particular hub.  It is not to create or generate events for hub members.  If you belong to a hub and you would like to do an activity with your hub members talk to your point person and they will help.  Please do not assume that the hub point person is going to create events for you.  They might if it is in their nature, and that is wonderful, but not all point people work like that.  Hubs are our grass roots and that means each and everyone is a part.

Pat Lipinski is stepping down as hub point person for the Newport/St. Johnsbury Hub.  Thank you Pat, what a great job you have done in the Northeast Kingdom!  Mary Brenner will be taking over for Pat.

Pam Dexter will be stepping back from her role as Director of Hubs at the end of the year, Pam has served on the board for many years and has done a terrific job for the VWS, she will be a hard act to follow but if your thinking of serving on the VWS board and you're a good people person this is a role you may want to talk to Pam about, she thinks it is the best job on the board!

On an unrelated note; The VWS has just submitted a Project Grant application requesting $3,000 to the Vermont Arts Council for funds to continue with our "I CAN PAINT" program.  To date we have raised $875 on our own.  If your thinking about pitching in with a check pleases mail your check made out to the Vermont Watercolor Society to me so that I can properly thank you with a note, my address is:

Mark Nielsen

28 Center Road

Corinth VT 05039

Please include on the check memo line that it is for the "I Can Paint" fund and we will get it into the proper account.

Keep painting and share your talents and passion for watercolor with others.

Mark

Welcome Everyone to the June Newsletter!

Sincerely,

Lynn Pratt & Kate Jackson  

Wet Paint Live (WPL)

Contact: Nancy Lanoue at 885-6156 or nlanoue@comcast.net

A "Call for Artists" is now out for watercolor, oil, pastel, and acrylic artists to paint at a new southern Vermont "Plein Air" event scheduled for all-day, Saturday, October 10, 2015 in Springfield, Vermont called "Wet Paint Live" (WPL).  Both professional and emerging artists are encouraged to register soon. WPL will be held rain or shine on a designated route or "Plein Air Walk".  The walking and painting loop winds along the Black River into downtown and lingers at three spectacular waterfalls Falls that splash against 19th century factory buildings.  Two demonstration artists, Jamie Townsend and Matt Chinian will be painting and explaining their style and technique throughout the day. 

The day begins and ends at the Great Hall Public Art Showcase, One Hundred River Street, Springfield, with an art show, judging, and awards.  The judge is Springfield resident, Robert Carsten, PSA-M, an internationally known pastel artist and experienced judge in all media categories.   Find more information and to register, visit  www.wplvermont.com. 

June 1-July 31, 2015 Exhibtion October 24- December 20,2015

Over $40,000 in awards Jury of Selection, Judi Betts, Soon Y. Warren and David Poxon Juror of Awards Peter Frank prospectus and upload  www.NationalWatercolorSociety.org

With great Regard for the talented artists in your society,

The National Watercolor Society Penny Hill, Exhibitions Director

NWSAnnualExhib@gmail.com

VWS 2015 Juried Members Exhibition with Awards

Taylor Gallery at Kimball Union Academy, 64 Main St. Meriden, NH 03770

September 11 through October 17, 2015

Eligibility and Overview

This exhibit is open to all paid VWS members and submitted works must conform to the guidelines as stated in the bylaws of the VWS.

-          Paid VWS members can submit up to two framed paintings. Only one painting per artist will be chosen.

-          Artist's work must be original and any work done under the supervision of an instructor or in a class or workshop will not be eligible for submission.

-          No work previously exhibited with the Vermont Watercolor Society may be submitted.

-          Maximum frame size is 42 in. in any direction.

-          Acceptance into this show will count towards signature membership.

Entry Procedures - Submissions will be Digital Online ONLY

To enter online:

-          Go to the VWS website:  www.vermontwatercolorsociety.com to view the instructions for online entry by clicking the Art Show Manager tab under  Members Corner on the left side of the Home page.

-          You must create a VWS online account through Art Show Manager if you do not already have one.

-          Files must be J-Peg only

-          A $25 entry fee must be paid upon completion of submission.

-          All entries must be submitted online no later than July 31, 2015.

-          Accepted artists names will be posted on the VWS website after August 7, 2015

Jurors

Juror of Selection:  Antonio Masi AWS df.   New York artist, Antonio Masi is known for his spectacular paintings of the iconic New York City bridges. His paintings have won numerous awards and he is currently the new president of the American Watercolor Society.

Juror of Awards: Beth Patterson AWS NWS. Beth Patterson is based in Chelmsford, MA and is a former contributing writer to American Artist Watercolor Magazine. Her award winning work is noted for its striking visual compositions.

Delivery and Pick up Instructions

Accepted work will be hand delivered only to the Taylor Gallery on Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30 from 11 am to 4 pm.  All work can be picked up after the end of the show on Sunday, October 18 from 10 am to 3 pm, at the gallery.

Sales

All sales will be final and the gallery will take no commission.

Exhibition Calendar

Online Entries Due                                             Friday, July 31, 2015

Acceptance Notice                                               on or around August 7     

Delivery Date                                                      Saturday, August 29, Sunday only                                                         August 30, 11am to 4pm

Exhibition Opens                                               Friday, September 11

Opening Reception and                                     Friday, September 11, from Awards Ceremony                                    5:30 to 7:30 pm

Exhibition Closes                                               Saturday, October 17

Pick up Date                                                       Sunday, October18, 10am-                                                                              3pm

We will need volunteers to help with receiving and hanging artwork as well as removal of the show.

Please contact our Volunteer co-directors: Adrienne Fisher

adriennefisher@comcast.net or Adrienne Fisk Adrienne.fisk@gmail.com  if you'd like to help with this show.

Framing & Matting Guidelines for All Shows*

MATS: sole or top mats will be white or off white.  If a bottom mat is used, it may be white, off white or colored. Filets may be used. Mats are not required for all paintings, but if you are not framing your painting, archival spacers must be used.

FRAMES: frames must be sturdy, in excellent condition, and must be professional quality.  They must have picture wire attached to the back from which to hang the painting.

The following are not acceptable for VWS shows:

• Float frames
• Table top frames
• Damaged frames or frames that are disjointed at the corners
• Saw tooth hangers
• Duct tape, masking tape or other non-professional-looking materials used on backs of frames.
• Sloppy construction as seen from front or back

Persons accepting paintings at drop off are instructed to not accept paintings if they do not meet these guidelines.  Thank you for your cooperation. 

 *Occasionally there are special shows where other guidelines apply, which will be described in that show's prospectus and/or other communications.  Otherwise, the above guidelines will apply to all VWS shows including hub shows.

This information can also be found on the VWS website: