September 10, 2018
First Christian Church; Upstairs in Great Hall
5:00 Art Supply Sale and picture set up
6:00 meeting called to order by Kitty Garlock, President

Welcome

Guests: Kristina Rittichier, Peggy York-Garcia, Arlene Goetz, Joann Mercer, and Clara Smith, the BWS scholarship winner and her father, Ron Smith.

Hospitality – Carla Hedges

Thanks to Meri Reinhold, Cassidy Young, Glenda Thompson, Linda, Katya Alexeeva, Jo Weddle, Bess Lee, Kitty Garlock, and Sara Steffey-McQueen who, along with herself, provided refreshments.

A Piece of History – Candi Bailey

Candi dipped into our history records and related that in 2010 BWS held a show during the Columbus, IN architectural tour, and we exhibited 71 paintings.

Secretary’s report – Jill Olshavsky

Minutes were approved based on a motion by Meri Reinhold, seconded by Jo Weddle. Jill reported that the BWS by-laws will be reviewed/revised this year. Proposed changes are due 9/10/2018 via e-mail to info@bloomingtonwatercolor.org.

Treasurer’s report – Patty Uffman

The Treasurer’s report was approved based on a motion by Meri Reinhold, seconded by Kathy Barton.

Patty reported that we currently have 82 members, and former member Joann Baum plans rejoin in the Spring.
The Scholarship fund has a balance of $1541. Patty and Jo Weddle met with the MCCSC scholarship fund coordinator and learned that we do not need to maintain a particular balance in that fund. Jo chairs the scholarship committee and will meet with Deb Strother and Sara Steffy McQueen to determine guidelines and amount for the scholarship.

Jo recognized our scholarship winner, Clara Smith who received a round of applause. Kitty suggested that Clara’s letter be published in Brushstrokes.

Old Business

Membership Roster

Charlotte Griffin passed out a member roster and requested that any needed changes be noted.

Show Report

Anne-Karine Bley reported our show is in its final week at the Vault, and it includes 39 paintings. One painting has sold. She thanked all participants and acknowledged Kathy Barton for helping when she was out of town and for arranging the HT article and photos about the show. These photos were shared. The first Friday September show had 55 visitors, and Kathy thanked members for reaching out to the public. One visitor has joined BWS and another may join at a later date. Anne-Karine thanked those who contributed to the reception. Friday, September 28 from 10-12 is the takedown date.

New business — Committee Reports
Programs:

Jo Weddle reported that all programs for our monthly meetings and all paint outs and shows have been scheduled for the year. Charlotte Griffin distributed a card she made which lists all of these programs and activities. Suzanne Thorin will present Botanical Painting Techniques at the Oct. 8 meeting; information will be in Brushstrokes.

Activities:

• Katya Alexeeva noted that the Anthiohian Orthodox Church, site of the Oct 2019 paint out, will have a festival this year on October 6 from 11-5, and she gave us a postcard with information.
• Meri Reinhold asked for additional volunteers to work at the Peden Farm Children’s Festival Sept 27 for elementary students and Sept 28 for pre-schoolers. BWS has a table in the barn for art activities with the children, and Anne-Karine developed a dot card activity for the festival. BWS members are invited to paint at the Festival, but they must register in advance by notifying Meri or Cassidy Young.
• Sara Steffy McQueen is hosting this year’s Oct. paint out on Oct. 13 at the May Creek Farm which is 12 miles SW of Bloomington. There will be a potluck lunch, and Sara Steffy will send directions in early October.

Upland Painters:

Kristen Stamper announced that Upland Painters meets once a week, usually Tuesdays at locations that are listed in Brushstrokes. If you need information, send an e-mail to upland@bloomingtonwatercolor.org. All members are required to host an outing once a year.

Portrait Group:

Claude Cookman announced that the Portrait Group meets every other Thursday. Their first show will open for the October 5 Gallery Walk in the downstairs gallery of the Monroe County Library from 4:30-6:00. Refreshments will be provided. See Claude for information.

Announcements:

• Jeanne Dutton announced that for this year’s Week of Chocolate, the BWS show in February will have the theme of “We Paint the Blues”. The show’s prospectus will be distributed in October.
• Kitty Garlock thanked everyone and asked for comments.
• Patty Uffman announced that this evening’s art supply sale raised $206 for the scholarship fund.

The meeting adjourned at 6:45.
Program:  Members shared the art that they created over the summer