From the desk of Sally Shea...

Dear Members,

Here we are starting a new year and already thinking about the 7th Annual Members Show in March.  Lots of studio time now that the holidays are over.  First we need to think about awards and how much fun it is to receive them from our peers.  It would be great to be able to award 2 dozen to our talented members at the show.  Right now we only have 10. If you remember the glow of receiving an award, consider pitching in and sponsoring one.  Here are some suggestions to help you:

• A subscription to Pastel Journal – about $30  If you teach, a critique session - priceless                                                                                   

• A pastel set – about $50, maybe less on e-bay

• Membership dues to PSNH - $25 

• Gift certificate to Rochester Art Supply – anywhere from $25 to $100

• Gift certificate to your favorite supply place – see above

• A book – wide price range

• A set of papers – about $40 for 10 pk from Rochester Art Supply   

• Cash – anywhere from $25 to $100 – who wouldn’t love that?                                                                                         

Please contact me soon.  One of the missions of the Society is to encourage pastelists and what better way to do that than with an award.  You can remain anonymous or have fun coming up with a name for the award – the choice is yours. 

The 2012 Members Show will be at the Jaffrey Civic Center, 40 Main St., Jaffrey, 03452.  There are good directions on their website, www.jaffreyciviccenter.com.  The important dates to remember are:

                        Tuesday, March 6                                       Entry form due & images to Wolfgang

                        Tuesday, March 20,     2 to 7 pm                Drop off

                        Saturday, March 24,    4 to 6pm                 Opening reception (please bring an appetizer)

                        Sunday, April 22,        10am to 2pm          Pick Up

When you send the entry form to me be sure to send an image for advertising to Wolfgang Ertl, woertl@comcast.net. 

 There is a nice amount of space at the Center so you may submit 2 paintings.  They will be taking a 30% commission on any sold pieces.

This will be a wonderful show in a great space – we want you to be included too!  The entry form is listed below.  I will be sending out a list of members who are participating so you can coordinate with someone close by for delivery & pick up.

Sally,

 Got questions? Contact Sally Shea, Exhibitions Chair @  sallygordonshea@yahoo.com or call 603-