Newsletter
November 2008
OYSTERFEST FUND RAISER SUCCESSFUL
Even with the additional expense of Liability Insurance and higher cost of some pies, the booth at OysterFest brought in over $500. Our sincerest thanks to Jory Lee and Sharon Brocha for all their work chairing this effort and all those who volunteered their time to make the event successful.
In the Art and Photography Department, our own Pat Denney won First Place in the Drawing and Painting Division. Congratulations!ANDREW BEELIK GIVES HISTORIC LOOK AT ART IN HUNGARY AT OCTOBER MEETING
Members were treated to an interesting look at the art of Hungary and the Danube Basin at the October 9 meeting of PAA. Andrew Beelik gave a slide presentation and displayed artifacts. Mr. Beelik was born and raised in that area, and migrated to Canada, then the USA. He showed us beautiful native costumes and linens embellished with delicate hand embroidery and appliqué, hand painted and carved decorations in homes and churches, as well as fine art statues, stained glass, and ceramics. The modern architecture inspired by the yurts of nomadic Hungarians was blended with the medieval carved and painted altars in Northern Hungary and the frescos in the Coronation church in Buda.
The program followed the regular meeting, which began with “Show and Tell” which included work by Al Nielsen, Laurene Ekse, Lucy Timmerman, Cathy Street, Paul Steensen, Dick Carlson, Diane Durand, Deb Hart and Becky Schuyten.
Discussion included postponing the Members Only Show until a suitable location could be found, a call for nominees for officers for next year, program topics for future meetings and the website.
WINTER CLASSES OFFERED LOCALLY
Shelton Senior Center:
Joy of Painting (Florals) Saturday, November 16, 10 am-5 pm Instructor Diane Durand Cost $50
Joy of Painting (Landscape) Wednesday, November 19, 9 am to 4 pm Instructor: Tony Lirette
Watercolor Class starts Monday Dec. 1. Eight weeks, ending Jan. 26 Instructor: Bob Chamberlain. Cost : $45
Shelton Civic Center:
Ceramic Holiday Clay Fun Dec. 3 & 12 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm Instructor: Glenhelen Smither.
OPPORTUNITIES
Aberdeen Library accepts art to hang for one month periods. Call Aberdeen Public Library. 360-533-2360 for more information.
The Mary C. Theler Wetland Center in Belfair, WA is seeking artists to do one month displays. Can be a one man show, or share the space with other artists. Prints are encouraged. Although fairly safe, it is not a secured area. For more information call 360-275-4898.
GENERAL MEETING
Tues. Nov.11, 6:30 pm
Featuring
Gary Rogue on Sculpture with Found
Items
Gary Rogue is a totally self-taught artist who uses many varied and interesting mediums. His current favorite is making robot-like constructions using metal, plastic, old clock parts and whatever else he comes across that intrigues him.
Gary is originally from California where he had the good fortune to be showcased in an NBC television special. If you visit the “Kiss Me” Resale Boutique at 129 W. Railroad Avenue in Shelton, you might be lucky enough to see Gary working on a project in his store.
WHAT’S NEW?
There’s a new gallery in town. The Octopus Garden, 123 W. Railroad Ave. in Shelton, will have their grand opening on Sunday, Novmeber 16 for 10am to 9 pm. Kathy Street and Jora Lee will be the featured artists. There will be refreshments and a drawing at 7 pm for one of Kathy’s watercolors.Mini Bio: Lee (Harry) Perkins
Lee has been a photographer for about 30 years. He is mostly self-taught. He prefers to shoot landscapes, birds, and other outdoor subjects. He uses both digital and film cameras. He sees himself as strictly amateur, a hobbyist, and not as a professional, although seven of his photos have been published. He is a Distinguished Member of the International Society of Photographers. He has been a member of the PAA for about a 1 12/2 years and now serves on our Board of Directors.
Coming Up
November 24 Board Meeting 2:30 Shelton Library
December ?? Christmas Party
Art related news items now go to Getha at 426-6623.
PAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President
Becky Schuyten 426-1842
Vice President
Getha Tidrick 426-6623
Secretary
Adrianne Loser 427-5024
Treasurer
Jora Lee 898-0106
Asst. Treasurer
Paul Steensen 426-8489
Newsletter
Getha Tidrick 426-6623
Newsletter Distribution
Jora Lee 898-0106
Laurene Eske Sharon Brocha
Bill Card Jim Brock
Lee Perkins
HOSPITAL DISPLAY
NOVEMBER |
Judy Arbuckle |
DECEMBER |
Getha Tidrick |
For information about showing your work at Mason General Hospital call: Glenda Dehning at 426-2970