May 2010 Meeting

We open the meeting late while we wait on everyone to arrive.

For 30yrs, it was mention, that the meeting was held at 7pm for those who worked.

James announced the committees.

Sandy read the minutes from last month which included both old and new business.  Minutes were approved.

The only change in the committees is that the displays have been rearranged.  Donations of paintings are needed and should be delivered to Sandy at Shear Tek.  Veanoes Restaurant is looking for paintings to display.

Old Business is about the Regional Art show.  It seems that we are again not going to have one this year.  Many art teachers are disappointed because it is also designed for student as well as local artists.

Kay brought the first copy of the DAS Directory Address book.  She suggested that DAS history and a to do list be added.  Sandy received the first copy.

The show for the Crittenden County Landmarks has not been scheduled.  Those that went on the photo shoot are expected to have an artwork of the project.  Correction on the newsletter is Kay went on the shoot not James.

NEW BUSINESS

Orpheum Art Auction was submitted by Loretta for those interested in entering.  75% of the sales will go to the artist.

The Door prize which was donated by Willie was won by Helen.  There were no refreshments severed.

James did a demo on collage.

1. Have your idea (if you don’t have an idea just start covering an artwork that you did not like with pieces.)
2. Tear the paper into pieces.
3. Apply water base glue to the pieces.
4. To give more interest after you have glued the pieces paint over them to give it texture.
5. Take your time (this will take a while with the individual gluing)
6. You can also use tissue paper and a glossy medium to add more texture.

James is going to finish the piece for next month’s demo.

Brush Strokes (retyped copy)

Delta Artists Society Newsletter/ Delta Arts Office

Meeting Date: May 4, 2010 at 6pm

The Delta Artists Society is an nonprofit organization composed of individuals joining together to encourage an interest in and an appreciation of the visual arts.

DAS PHOTO SHOOT-FIELD TRIP:

The event was attended by James, Clara, Pat and Sara.  It was a productive and pleasurable day.  Beginning in West Memphis, we visited Marion, Earle, Crawfordsville and Wapanocca Reservation Area and were able to take numerous interesting photographs and returning home to enjoy a nice Mexican lunch.

ANNUAL DAS SPRING SHOW:

It was announced at the last meeting that through the lack of communication and scheduling problems, the Annual Spring Art show will not be held this coming Spring.  Hopefully, a new venue will be found for the future Spring Show next year.

MAY HOST/HOSTESS, PROGRAM AND DOOR PRIZE:

Nikki will service as hostess, Willie Vance will provide the door prize and James will present the program.

MAY BIRTHDAYS;

Birthday greetings to Charles Earwood, whose birthday is May 11th, and to Jennifer Cole, who celebrates hers on the 14th, and to Willie Vance, whose birthday falls on the 24th.

CALANDER OF COMMING EVENTS:

DAS Annual Retreat                                 Oct 29-Oct 31

DAS Annual Members Only Show             Date to be Announced

QUOTE OF THE MONTH:

“The object of art is to give life a shape”

William Shakespeare

Who is the Delta Artists Society?

You may have been wondering who is the DAS anyway.  We are local artist of the West Memphis/Marion/Horseshoe Lake.

We meet the First Tuesday of each month at he Lois Wallin Rich Center for the Arts, #14-C Holiday Plaza, West Memphis at 6pm.

We host the hosts the Crittenden Arts Council Regional Art Show every year.  ( We mainly take in the art,the dues, and hang.)

We have art displays throughout Crittenden County including West Memphis Chamber of Commerce, Crittenden Arts Council, West Memphis Public Library, and more.

At the meeting (which is formalize but casual ) we discuss our plans for that month and what we are going to do for the year.  We have elected officials, have a dues/offerings, a demonstration, and FOOD.  But mainly we talk to each other catching up on what’s new.

I’m writing an open invitation to any artist in the area to come and visit us.  And don’t worry the dues are $10 due in June of each year.

Welcome
We are local fine artist of the Crittenden County Region.
We meet the first Tuesday of the Month at 6 pm to discuss our projects, shows and up comming events.
All artist are welcome to join.