Aaaarrrttt! Art is obviously one of the Three R's.
~Peter William Brown
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From the President
Happy New Year! It's not too late to make your New Year's resolutions. Be sure to include among them that you'll be submitting new work to Portsmouth Arts Guild exhibitions. For those who are too exhausted from the trials and tribulations of 2008 to write down their own, here are a few resolutions that you can simply copy and paste into your 2009 to-do list. Take your pick:
· I resolve to keep art as a central focus in my life.
· I resolve to challenge myself to create the best art I'm capable of creating.
· I resolve to attend more member meetings and learn more what other artists are doing.
· I resolve to take that art class I've been considering all last year.
· I resolve to attend at least 3 museum exhibitions this year.
· I resolve to help The Portsmouth Arts Guild by joining a committee.
· I resolve to _____________________________ [you fill in the blank].
If you haven't yet renewed your membership for 2009, it's now January and time to do so. Don't wait. Resolve to rejoin now while it's on your mind. ($40 for individuals, $55 family, $25 student, send to P.O. Box 463, Portsmouth 02871.)
And if you're renewing your Arts Guild Members' Gallery on the website, don't forget to include $20 for that. You can also email new jpegs to Jan Armor to change what's currently there (jandarmor@fctvplus.net). If you don't have your artwork on the web now, it's only $20 to have up to 16 images placed there in our Members' Gallery. Go to our website and check it out. Send $20 to the Guild and contact Jan Armor for info on how to get your artwork uploaded. It's an inexpensive way to get your art seen by thousands of viewers. According to our web manager, Kathy Parker, people are visiting the Arts Guild website at the rate of 10,000 a month, more than half via the Members' Gallery, and that number has been steadily growing.
If you're interested in art classes, don't forget to attend the 2nd Art-o-Rama on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2-4 pm, where art teachers for the spring classes will be demonstrating their work and technique. Signing up for a spring art class at the Art-o-Rama will save you 10% off the regular Guild members' tuition.
If you have something to sell, or something you're looking for, list it for FREE in this newsletter. Send your classified ad notice to Guild Ink Editor Karen Talbot (karentalbotart@gmail.com) and it will appear next month.
And finally, don't forget the members' meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 20, 6:30 pm in the gallery. I'll be out of town that day, so the meeting will be conducted by our new vice president, JP Fernandes. You'll love the program -- a visual presentation and talk by Jan and Kathy Armor about their "Ultimate Africa" trip they took this fall.
See you at the gallery!
~Eric Broudy
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2009 Exhibition Schedule
Feb. 27 - March 8 Emerging Artists III: Area
Student Show
March 12 - April 5 Annual Members'
All-Media Exhibition
April 9 - May 3 Works on Paper-Open Juried Show
May 7 - 31 4-Artist Invitational Show:
P.Hussey and S.Kenny, painters;
R.Reichley, photographer;
M.Hansel, sculptor
June 4 - 28 Imagine Yellow-Open Juried Show
July 2 - 26 Summer in Rhode Island-Open Juried Show
July 30 - Aug. 23 Westport Art Group Invitational
Aug. 27 - Sept. 27 Abstractions II-Open Juried Show
Oct. 1 - Nov. 15 Juried Members' Show
Nov. 19 - Dec. 20 3rd Annual Holiday Show & Sale,
Open and Non-juried
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| | Call for Artists
Bristol Art Museum. The juried show "Microworks" is seeking entries of original small works (no larger than 8" in any direction including base or frame) from East Bay Area Artists in all 2D & 3D media. Exhibit will be held at the Rogers Free Library, 525 Hope St. in Bristol, RI from January15-March 31, 2009. Up to 3 entries must be hand delivered at the lower level rear entrance to the Library (on Thames St.) January 7 and January 8 from 2-4pm. Works not accepted must be reclaimed on January 10 from 2-4pm. No entry fee. Artwork may be priced for sale allowing for a 40% commission to the museum (30% - BAM Members / Membership available if desired at $25/yr.). All work must be properly protected upon delivery. 2D work must be suitably prepared for hanging (no sawtooth hangers). Prospectus at www.bristolartmuseum.org or e-mail info@bristolartmuseum.org
The Providence Art Club. The Providence Art Club and Fidelity Investments invite artists to submit work to their 11th Annual Juried Exhibition, featuring "Green Works". All media works constructed from renewable, repurposed or recycled and/or sustainable materials are eligible. Submission deadline: January 23, 2009. For a complete application click here GreenWorksPAC
 The Rhode Island Watercolor Society. "All Creatures Great and Small" is the theme for RIWS's open juried show.
Hand delivered submissions only: Jan 26-Feb 8 at the Society's Gallery located at the J. C. Potter Casino (Boat House) in Slater Memorial Park, Armistice Boulevard, Pawtucket, RI. Show runs Feb15-Mar 5, 2009. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm and Sunday 1-5pm.
The competition celebrates the love of animals and is open to all artists 18 and older. Renowned author and nature artist, Gordon Morrison of Natick, MA will serve as juror with cash awards and ribbons. Work must be original, watermedia based, not previously exhibited in RIWS competitions, and completed within the last three years. Info and show prospectus: www.riws.org or Mary Lou Moore, Gallery Director (401)726-1876 marylou.moore@cox.net
Machines With Magnets. "The Sight Of Sound : Group Show 2009" curated by Allison Cole and Lauren Holt, March 6-27, 2009. Submission guidelines (open genre): illustration, painting, drawing, screenprints, photography, digital prints, sound, video, sculpture. Artwork must be related to sound in someway. All work must be for sale and priced under $700. Submit up to 3 images of completed work for consideration to gallery@machineswithmagnets.com or via snail mail. Include name, contact info, artist bio / statement, CV, URL/website, examples of work, medium and dimensions of work. Submissions must be received by Feb 15, 2009. All accepted work must be shipped to MWM by March 1, 2009. Opening Reception: March 6; Closing Reception: March 27 at: Machines With Magnets, 400 Main Street Pawtucket, RI 02860 gallery@machineswithmagnets.com; http://www.machineswithmagnets.com (401)475-2655
| Openings and Exhibits
Pawtucket Arts Collaborative. "Invitational Exhibit", January 5 through February 28. Jason Brockert, painter; Peter Roux, painter.
Reception: 5:30-7pm Thursday, January 8. Live music by Bill & Em. Lecture: 7pm. Blackstone Valley Visitor Center Theatre, 175 Main Street, Pawtucket. More info: 401-724-2200 or visit www.pawtucketartscollaborative.
South County Art Association. Members Invitational Works in a variety of media by ten artist members. January 22 - February 14. Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 1pm-5pm (Closed holidays). Helme House, 2587 Kingstown Road, Kingston RI 0288 Phone: 401-783-2195, Email: socart@verizon.net
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Sakonnet Arts Network. The Sakonnet Arts Network, a Tiverton-based nonprofit organization, will host a gathering of artists and friends to discuss "The Business of Art" on Friday January 23 at 5:30 pm at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 1956 Main Road in Tiverton. Open to the public and Free admission. Dorothy Bocian, a freelance business consultant who specializes in marketing of the arts will share success stories of the artists she has worked with over the past 18 years. Dorothy will reveal what it takes for artists to "make it" in the art world. Ms. Bocian has degrees in Art and Art History from the University of Washington, Seattle and has an extensive background in arts business, finance and personal coaching. She has worked with both visual and performing artists. Topics for discussion include process and product, assembling a portfolio, creative sales opportunities, publicity/promotion, and creating an image. There will be time to meet and greet other attendees beginning 5:30pm, followed by the presentation at 6pm. A question&answer session will give audience members the opportunity to ask about solutions to career challenges they are currently facing.
The Sakonnet Arts Network promotes the arts by providing programs, resources and educational opportunities in Tiverton and surrounding communities. For more info, please visit www.SakonnetArts.org
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Portsmouth Arts Guild Angels
The Portsmouth Arts Guild depends on the support of its members and friends, both as volunteers, exhibitors, and financial donors. Listed below in two groups are those who have made financial contributions to the Arts Guild in 2008. The first group honors those who have made financial contributions as a result of our fall annual appeal. The second group honors those who have contributed to the Eileen Gorton Shanley Scholarship Fund last spring. The Arts Guild is extremely grateful to all those in both groups for their support and offers its deep appreciation for their commitment and generosity. Thank you one and all and best wishes for a peaceful, prosperous and art-centered new year!
2008 Donors to The Portsmouth Arts Guild
Jan & Kathy Armor
Linda Bianco
Eric & Daisy Broudy
Patricia Caswell
Anne Winthrop Cordin
George Furbish
Carol Gates
Libby Gilpatric
Marc & Bonnie Jaffe
Carol & Frank Levin
Kathy Parker
Toni & Norm Petersen
Linda Remington
Judith Tate
Jessica Wheeler
Donors to the Eileen Gorton Shanley Scholarship Fund
Judith Alves
Arnold Art, Inc.
Lisa M. & William E. Boiani
Robert & Joan Bradley
Gertrude A. Cain
Marcelle J. Casavant
Sandra DeMay
Sheila Derman
Joseph Faryniarz
Carol FitzSimonds
Lena Francis & James Francis, POA
Vernon & Anna Gorton
Joellen & William Hunt
Florence K. Job
Joan Kanauss
Arlene & Craig Mulligan
Edna N. North
Kevin O'Brien, M.D.
Marian & Bill O'Connell
Plum Point Shores Assn.
Helen Poniatowski
Elizabeth Redinger
Joseph & Sharon Redinger
Jeffrey A. Reise
Frances & James Sammons
Ed & Amy Slattery
Svea Steele
Helen Sullivan
David & Rita Wood
Polly Bradley & Susan Wood
| Artist Resources
Tax Info for Artists. Although not an endorsement for either group, it may be worth checking into for tax info.
Riley and Associates of Newburyport, Massachusetts has provided tax information and expense/income worksheets for visual artists, writers, musicians & singers, actors, directors, and performers on their web site at http://artstaxinfo.com/index.shtml
MCM Financial Management Systems, Small Business Accounting. No job too big or small! Monthly accounting for all businesses: payrolls, sales tax, corporation and income tax. I will come to you - over 20 years of professional service. Mary C. Mahmoud at MCMahmoud@cox.net or 401 351-4896 for more info.
| Classes at the Guild
Portrait and Figure Drawing Studio. Continuing in Jan-Feb 2009, this class is open to all media and skill levels at The Portsmouth Arts Guild. No instruction, just an opportunity to paint, draw or sketch from live models in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.This studio series will will run for 6 weeks, Jan 5, 9am-3pm, except for Martin Luther King Day on Jan 19, and Presidents' Day, Feb 16. Cost: $140 for Arts Guild members, $160 for non-members. For further information or to register, contact Dawn Sanford at dawnsanford@aol.com, (401) 625-5051.
Japanese Calligraphy with Lois Erhartic. January 14,21,28, Feb 4, and Feb 18th 2009 at the Guild. Lois will teach two different offerings of classes on the same dates: a morning class from 10-12 and an evening class from 6:30-8:30pm. Fee for the class is $125, or $145 for non-members.
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Notices
Get Your Artwork on Our Website for $20 for 2009.Kathy Parker, our Web Manager, reports that web traffic has doubled since last year and many who visit our website get there by looking at our Member Gallery. If you want your work to appear in our Member Gallery, send $20 along with 12-16 of your favorite jpegs to Jan Armor, jandarmor@fctvplus.net, who will put your artwork on the Guild's website. If you have questions about size, etc. email or call Jan at 253-4237. If you are already on our website for 2008, you will need to send $20 to the Guild p.o. box 463 to renew for 2009. Join the Cause - Support Advocacy for the Arts!
Rhode Island Citizens for the Arts has been working actively to help protect and advance funding and other benefits for artists and arts organizations in Rhode Island since 1999. Consider becoming a member! For more info, visit www.ri4arts.org
Important! Please include a jpeg with your next news item or announcement to the editor karentalbotart@gmail.com so that a visual image will represent it to your liking. Thank you!
| New Members
Soleil Martine Johnson, photography, soleilmartine@gmail.com
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Members ClassifiedDo you have something to sell or give away? Something you're looking for? Send info to info@portsmouthartsguild.org for a free listing in the Member Classified.
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2009!
Guild Ink
Issue no. 10
January 2009
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CONTENTS AT A GLANCE
CALL FOR ARTISTS (4)
OPENINGS & EXHIBITS (2)
ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES (1)
ARTIST RESOURCES (2)
NEW MEMBERS (1)
MEMBERS CLASSIFIED (0)
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Next Members' Meeting
Wednesday, January 21
6:30pm
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Narrated by well-known art afficianado Sister Wendy, 2 members enjoy a film about the Art Institute of Chicago's collection at PAG's December members' meeting.
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Kathy and Jan Armor will be presenting photographs from their recent trip to Africa at January's members' meeting.
Their images reflect the animals, birds, flora, fauna and culture of these countries.
"Giraffes"
by Kathy Armor
Scenes from
PAG's Holiday Sale
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