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VERMONT WATERCOLOR SOCIETY
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SEPTEMBER 2015
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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Mark Nielsen
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DISAPPOINTING BUT NOT DEVASTATING NEWS:
Our request for a Project Grant application of $3,000 to the Vermont Arts Council for funds to continue with our "I CAN PAINT" program has been turned down. Although we had a strong grant in general, and a very "fundable" idea, our application was considered to be lacking in our case that we needed the grant money to execute on our program.
In a way, the VAC is correct, with the grant money we could have served 60 additional students but without the money we will still serve students, just not as many.
To date we have raised $1,100 on our own. That is enough to reimburse Lynn Pratt for her pilot program for 8 students, (see the "I CAN PAINT" Facebook page) and support Ruth Kaldor's 12 students in the Peacham Elementary School. Of course we would like to do more this year but without additional money we will be limited.
Perry Williamson and I will be putting our heads together to discuss reaching out to the corporate world for funds but that those funds will likely be 2016 commitments at this point in the year. If you have some ideas along those lines or feel that you're in a position to help please give me a call or email me with your thoughts.
Of course your contributions are still most welcome. 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.
Happy painting.
Mark Nielsen, President
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Welcome Everyone to the September Newsletter!
We encourage VWS members to submit their news to us by writing to vwsnews@gmail.com . Emails are checked on a regular basis and we will gladly post your creative news! Please format your email to us the way you would like it to read in the newsletter to cut down on editing time. Please do not send your information in an attached document, it is very difficult to convert this for the newsletter.
Please save graphic files as a jpg, with a 150-200 dpi, and size height to no more than 3 inches. As you can see, the pictures are pretty small in the newsletter.
DO NOT SEND TEXT OR GRAPHIC FILES AS PDF!
Please send your information within the text of the email.
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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
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
CALL FOR ARTISTS
MEMPHREMAGOG ARTS COLLABORATIVE (MAC)
VERMONT WATERCOLOR SOCIETY (VFW )
MEMORIES
2015 FALL WATERCOLOR SHOW AND SALE
SEPTEMBER 18, 2016 THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2015
MAC Gallery open Monday through Saturday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM 158 main Street Newport, VT 05855
OPENING RECEPTION
Friday, September 18, 2015
All paintings must be available for sale - a 30% commission on all sales will be collected by the MAC Gallery - all paintings must be framed, covered with glass and wired for display.
Each entrant may submit up to FOUR (4) paintings. Each piece of art should be appropriately framed and wired for gallery hanging. (MAC may reject any work deemed inappropriate).
No entry fees.
Drop off art to MAC between September 15 and September 17, 2016 - Pick up November 2-5, 2015
WATERCOLORS ONLY - original paintings conceived and created by the entrant. Insurance: Each artist understands and agrees that insurance by the MAC and VWS is not available for artwork displayed in this show. All risks of loss or damage at the gallery will be born by the artist.
For application and information please contact MAC Gallery 802-334-1966 or Mary Brenner - 802-744-2440
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:
http://www.vermontwatercolorsociety.com/forms/exhibition-forms/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. National Watercolor Society
Greetings Everyone at the Vermont Watercolor Society from the National Watercolor Society, I am writing you as the Exhibitions Director of the NWS and inviting one and all to participate in our 95th International Exhibition. We already have been able to award signature status to some of your members and hope to add many more. We are hoping to encourage many to join us in this celebration of our 95th year and make this exhibition one to remember. We have many events planned and hope that you might be able to join us in some of them as we are now offering online viewing in real time for our lectures and demos. Workshops are planned and unique demos. We will also be hosting our first International Invitational Exchange with our fellow artists from Belgium. Please visit our wesbite for more details.
www. NationalWatercolorSociety.org And here's are the details for the entry. 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 Tel: (+1) 760 908 3389NWSMemberExhib@gmail.com www.NationalWatercolorSociety.org
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VWS
WORKSHOPS AND PROGRAMS
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Annual VWS Fall Meeting
Vermont Watercolor Society
Mark your calendars! The annual VWS fall meeting will be held on Saturday, October 17, at the Middlebury Inn in Middlebury, Vermont. At this year's meeting, we will be celebrating VWS's 20th anniversary with proper huzzahs, a cake, and a painting demonstration from one of our founding members, Robert O'Brien. Come mingle with your friends and make new acquaintances; enter to win a fabulous door prize or raffle item; and receive updates on the VWS education initiative, workshops, and shows. So, sign up for the Fall Meeting now at
FRANK EBER
Watercolor Workshop
October 5-9, 2015
Landgrove Inn, Landgrove, VT
There have been 2 recent cancellations for the Frank Eber Workshop so if anyone has been thinking about it, now is your chance!
Send me an email!
Tuition: VWS Members $495, Non-members $575
Lodging: contact The Landgrove Inn 802-824-6673
 
Watercolor Painting Workshop with Jennifer Brown (Adult)
Thursdays, September 3, 10, 17, 24, 5:30-7:30 pm
Hone your watercolor technique while painting the landscape of the Morrill Homestead and its environs, including some of Vermont's most picturesque scenery and a classic historic town center. Participants become immersed in the art of watercolor while surrounded by the palette of autumn. Bring your painting materials (materials list provided upon registration) and creative energies!
Fee: $65
Register online:
Instructor Jennifer Brown is a longstanding illustrator for Stave Puzzles, teaches art at The Sharon Academy and is a member of the Vermont Watercolor Society. She studied watercolor painting at the Rhode Island School of Design, Art New England-Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Bennington College and AVA. She exhibits with Long River Studios and Strafford Arts. To register by phone or email:
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Held at the Nature Center Vermont Institute of Natural Science, Quechee, Vermont
Festival Includes en Plein Air Painting Competition
Over $3,500 in Cash Prizes!
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Award Categories include:
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Best of Show
Best
Environmental Message
Nocturnal Painting
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Avian Painting
People's Choice
Youth (17 and under)
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Plein Air Event at
EastView at Middlebury,
the non-profit retirement community
in Middlebury
Come enjoy our beautiful campus on
Friday, October 2 between 6:00am and 4:00pm.
A complimentary buffet luncheon will be available at noon in our dining room for the participating artists.
We look forward to viewing paintings displayed on easels between 4:00pm - 5:00pm in our Community Room.
When you arrive on our campus select your location to paint for the day.
EastView is surrounded by mountains, hills, meadows, ponds and woods. The views are remarkable and the structures are lovely.
The late Larry Coffin, a signature VWS member, was a resident of EastView. Larry was instrumental in forming our EastView Resident Art Group and was the first Chair of the group. Our Art Room has been formally dedicated to him. I enjoyed working closely with him to display exhibits of resident artwork in our halls, lobby and dining areas. One idea that we spoke of frequently was having area artists come to a "paint in" on our beautiful campus.
This invitation is for VWS members and is limited to a maximum of 20 participants.
RSVP by September 18 to Heather at hviens@eastviewmiddlebury.com
VWS DVD LENDING LIBRARY
VWS has created a lending library. Videos may be previewed on Creative Catalyst http://ccpvideos.com. The current list includes:
New:
Jeanne Dobie- Making Color Sing
Iain Stewart- From Photos to Fantastic: Painting Watercolor Landscapes
Charles Reid- Watercolor Landscape Masterclass
Anne Abgott: Watercolor Techniques for Daring Color
Sue Archer: Commanding Color
Linda Baker: Fearless Watercolor ; Layering & Color
Chen-Kee Chee: Saturated Wet Technique
Tony Couch: Painting Barns in Watercolor
Carl Dalio: On Color Power: The Path to Visualizing Energetic Color
Pat Dews: Designing Great Starts with Texture and Form
Jean Haines: Amazing Ways with Watercolour
George James: Designing for Content , Yupo Master
Polly Hammett: Design with the Figure
Linda Kemp: Negative Painting Techniques
Mark Mehaffey: Painting a Dramatic Landscape in Watercolor
Birgit O'Connor: Waves, Water and Clouds
Ann Pember: Painting in the Flow of Watercolor On High Plate Illustration Board
Charles Reid: Watercolor with the Master 10-Lesson Course
John Salminen: A Designed Approach To Abstraction
Shirley Trevena: My World of Watercolour
Soon Y Warren: Vibrant Watercolor Techniques: Water
Guan Weixing: Watercolor Demonstration: 2 disc set; Portrait of a young Farmer and Elderly Woman
Sharon Lynn Will: Watercolour On Location
Mary Whyte: Mastering Watercolor Portraiture
Frank Webb: Using Your Head, Heart & Hand
Donna Zagotta: The You Factor: Powerful Personal Design in Opaque Watercolor
If interested, email Claudia. She will send the video with a self-addressed envelope for return after 2 weeks. Please open the package carefully so that we may re-use it. Suggestions for additional videos to Claudia, claudiaec@yahoo.com. Donations for this program are welcome.
Please note: VWS members who have borrowed a DVD for a month or so, please return the DVD promptly to Claudia. There are members waiting to
enjoy the educational opportunity as well.
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White River Junction Hub News
If you've never been to The Norman Williams Public Library in Woodstock, there's more than one reason to go. Not only is it a lovely pink sandstone building that was built in the 1880's but now is hosting The White River Junction Hub Show. There are 25 member paintings in the new (2 year old) Mezzanine Gallery upstairs which was part of a 3 million $$ renovation in 2000.  The well-attended reception was held Aug. 21st but the show will remain up until Sept 30th. It's worth the trip but if you need another reason, check out Woodstock's Brick Oven's Arugula Pizza for lunch... ENJOY!!
VWS Burlington/St. Albans Hub News
Lynn Cummings
Hub "Point Person"
If you are interested in becoming the leader for the Burlington/St. Albans hub area, please let me or Pam Dexter know. After 2 ˝ years it is time for someone else to "take the reigns" and bring some different ideas and events to the 60 or so members of the hub.
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Jean Cannon
 Jean has a piece accepted in the Northeast Watercolor Society 39th Annual Exhibition in Kent Connecticut. The exhibition runs from October 18th to November 1st, 2015, and the Opening Reception is Sunday, Oct. 18th from 2-4pm.
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News, Shows & Exhibitions from
Other Watercolor Societies
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It is very exciting to have Holbein, USA as a VWS Partner. Being a Vermont based art supplier and full time supporter of arts and the artists who make them, it is a perfect fit for both of us. Please get to know Holbein and support them not only because they are one of our partners, but because they are a world leader in colors and mediums for artists. The Landgrove Inn is the premier, all-in-one lodging, dining and fun space in which to create, exhibit and learn. Check out the 2015 workshop schedule at Landgrove Inn, or call 802 824-6673. Tom and Maureen Checchia, owners. |
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Robert O'Brien's painting "Whisper of a Bye Gone Era" won the Bradley Barnard Award at the 34th Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors in Old Forge NY. The show runs through 
