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The Irondequoit Art Club May 2016 www.irondequoitartclub.org

SAM’s Snippets by Sheila (“S.A.M.”) Shrestha

Travel Tidbits. In April, my husband and I traveled to Gatlinburg, Tennessee

followed by a short jaunt to Cincinnati, Ohio. The trip got off to a strange start. We were ready to leave the house at 3:45AM, when we got word that the flight had been cancelled. The reschedule was at noon. With a new connecting flight, we didn’t reach Gatlinburg until just shy of 7PM. Although it started out with that annoying glitch, the trip brought many special treasures. Here are some highlights from that trip:

●Wildflowers (Great Smoky Mountains National Park). The Park was loaded with

majestic trees, waterfalls, rapids and rock formations. The wildflowers that were beginning to bloom may have been small in comparison but magnificent in presentation. I was particularly taken by the rolling carpets of white & yellow trilliums, as well as blue Crested Dwarf Iris. I photographed many of these “jewels of the forest” to remind me to use these inspirations in some of my future silk scarf designs.

●Abandoned log buildings, rustic farms and mills (Great Smoky Mountains National Park). These structures were built during the Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps program and have been preserved. They were fun

to explore and photograph for potential art pieces.

●Gatlinburg’s Arts and Crafts Community. Over 100 artists in an 8-mile loop make it the largest artistic community in America. Although established in 1937, the area gained in popularity during the 1982 World’s Fair in Knoxville and is open all times of the year. We visited many studios & talked shop with several artists. They were indeed a very friendly, hospitable, caring & sharing group of folks. I came away with wonderful ideas from the interchange including a neat “recipe” for silk dyes.

● Aerial tram ride (Ober Gatlinburg). During this 10 minute, 2 mile ride upwards, we had a fantastic view of Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains. An interesting fact about the gray “smoke” above the mountains is that it is really mist. The vegetation that grows there traps and releases moisture that results in the “smoky” effect.

●Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede (Pigeon Forge). The food at this dinner show

was literally finger-lickin’ good because the Stampede folks don’t believe in silverware. The dinner show consisted of trick riding, comedy, fabulous country music, and fun audience participation.

●Dollywood (Pigeon Forge). There was so much to experience including amusement rides, museums, quaint shops, theaters and street

entertainment. I was excited for the opportunity to go aboard Dolly’s touring bus. The theme during our visit was “Festival of Nations” – fabulous international shows throughout the park. We particularly enjoyed Los Pampas Gauchos, a show with music, comedy and Argentinean folk dancing, including the precision Boleadoras dancers. The latter was right up my alley!

●Heading to Townsend through another area of the National Park. We viewed a

wild, black bear rambling down a hillside- not surprising since we were in black bear country. The bears may reach 6 ft in length and up to 3 feet tall, weighing about 100 to 250 pounds. These critters have been known to invade parking areas seeking human food and will vandalize cars if they spot edible goodies. Our hotel registration even came complete with wild bear warnings.

●The Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center and Fiber Arts Festival (Townsend). It was such a happy

coincidence for me that we visited the center just in time for the Smoky Mountain Fiber Festival. We enjoyed the various art demos such as the lady with the antique sock-knitting machine. It was also special to see the animals from which the fibers came – sheep, along with their Australian sheep dog caretakers, llamas, goats and angora rabbits. There were even beautiful silk scarves on display and info about

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making natural dyes - a silk artist’s dream come true.

● Tuckaleechee Caverns (Townsend). These are not only beautiful but the largest and best-rated caverns in the eastern U.S. Furthermore, the site is the most sensitive seismic station on earth. Seismic stations are required to provide immediate data to the International Data Center (IDC) when requested. This improves accuracy of the location & type of seismic events & allows classifying the sources with greater precision.

●Elvira’s Café (Townsend). Walking over a mile underground in the caverns raised my appetite a mile high in the other direction. We stopped by Elvira’s homey-looking restaurant for a fresh, catfish dinner plus more Southern hospitality. What was not to like?

●The Wacky, Waxy Taxi. After leaving Tennessee, we flew to Cincinnati. Although we were there

for the business part of our journey, the Cincinnati airport seemed like a zoo. To complete the ambiance, we had a wild taxi ride to the hotel. The back seat was covered in waxed plastic. Along with the slippery coat I was wearing, I’m sure I covered quadruple the distance sliding back & forth than the actual distance to the hotel.

●Cincinnati Celebration. My husband, Buddhi, received the Allukian Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Community Dental Programs. What a fabulous way to cap the trip. The reception that followed was attended by many folks we had not seen in awhile, so it was like a joyful reunion. The scrumptious food included unique Cincinnati chili that tasted strangely

like Indian curry, stadium dogs (large hot dogs served w/ various toppings), and Graeter’s ice cream. Graeter's is a chain of shops that sell super ice cream that originated in Cincinnati in the late 1800s. Apparently, Oprah Winfrey and Harry Connick, Jr, are among the celebrities that really dig this ice cream. Some say it is “the best ice cream in the world."

Summary – The meandering and occasional “kinks” encountered during our travels resulted in many delights to be relished for a long time. It seems as if life & art, like travel, may not always go directly from point A to B. There are frequently many loops, diversions, &sidetracks along the way. However, I am convinced that it is during these “roundabouts” that we can really grow and develop. Therefore, I hope your wanderings will throw you “for a loop” and you will discover many of your own treasures to savor.

IAC Notes Arts Council Meeting. Report from Jeanette Musliner.

●Friends' Fest: Benefit for library, May 7, multiple activities, trunk sale, arts & crafts sale. Call Sophie Ferenc at 266-5741 for info or to obtain a space to exhibit/sell.

●Irondequoit Chorale: June 11, 7:30. Easy listening performance at Irondequoit United Church of Christ near corner of Titus and Cooper.

●Community Orchestra: Library meeting rooms June 1 at 7 p.m.

Call for IAC Artists. Irondequoit Town Hall Art Walk. Barbara Montione organizes the art display at the Irondequoit Town Hall and changes the exhibit every 3 months.

She will be hanging a new set of art work at the Town Hall on May 2 and will need 18 pictures to be delivered to Becky Merrill’s former office on the 2nd floor. Please check your inventory and let her know if you have one, two or three pieces to hang for the next 3 months.

To enter work in that exhibit, contact Barb ASAP by phone (585-338-1184) or email (bmontione@aol.com) with your painting title, medium, price and size (small, medium or large). Also put this info on the back of the piece. She will prepare the labels.

(Please note: Take down for the show currently in progress will also be on or after May 2. Those exhibitors can pick up their pieces at that time.)

News from Jeanette Wojtas: Jeanette has resigned as Chair of the Marketing Committee and that group has been dissolved. In its place, she recommends establishing a “Show Committee.” IAC members thank Jeanette and her marketing group for all the work done to promote the art club. We are fortunate that she will remain as the club’s Historian. Art at GiGi's Restaurant, 2256 Hudson Ave near Titus Ave. across from Dunkin Donuts. IAC’s art is now in the entrance-way where a banner identifies the club. Reminder: Current exhibiting artists, please pick up your work on May 11 OR May12 after 10:30 AM & before 4 PM. See the hostess or restaurant manager. These are: Gwen Ostrom, Patrick McCaffery, Sally Steinwachs, Mary Pallone, S.A.M Shrestha, Linda Hanss, Phyllis Cotturone, Suzanne Hogan. Reminder: Next Group of exhibitors (Mary deKraker, Karen Pesch, Barb Montione, Fran Mascari, Ginny Sullivan, Barb Petro, Elizabeth Papaleo, John Lenhard) please bring your art on May 10 to the party room

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next to the hostess station. The display will be May 11 until Aug. 10. Call for IAC Artists. IAC artists are needed for the 3rd group running August 11 until November 10. Contact Jeanette Wojtas at 585-233-9948 (leave message) or email: jferrettiwojtas@gmail.com Spring Show Dates/Info:

2016 Spring Show Dates/Times May 11 Drop Off

& Set-Up Judging Open

10-10:30AM (Names A-M) 10:30-11AM (Names N-Z) 3-5PM 5-9PM

May 12 Open Recep-tion

10AM-9PM 7PM to 9PM

May 13 Open 10AM - 6PM May 14 Open

Meet Artists Day

10AM - 5PM 1PM

May 15 Open 1PM - 4PM May 16 - 19

Open 10AM - 9PM

May 20 Open 10AM - 6PM May 21 Open 10AM - 5PM May 22 Tear

Down & Clean Up

1-3:30PM 3:30-4PM

Spring Show Sitter Schedule. There are still many slots to fill on the sitter schedule for the Spring Show. Check with Barb Montione by phone (338-1184) or see the schedule at upcoming meetings. Many thanks.

“Meet the Artists Day” will be held on May 14, Saturday afternoon, when several artists will speak for up to 10 minutes about their entries and field questions. This will be a unique opportunity to gain insights into the artist’s process in terms of inspiration, artistic journey, background, and techniques. Participating artists (presentation

times) are: Jeanette Musliner (1), Michele Barnard (1:10), Jim Dawson (1:20), Patrick McCaffery (1:30), TBD (1:40), Gwen Ostrom (1:50), Terry Patti (2), Marie Sidoti (2:10), and David Pell (2:20).

“Paint a Posy Project”. Per Jeanette Musliner, IAC members are invited to paint petite flower pictures, 2 1/2 by 3 1/2 inches, vertical or horizontal. These “posies” will be displayed in the green plants that are being purchased for the Spring Show, on plastic sticks (used by florists to put in card from sender) . If anyone has saved any such sticks we could use those too. About 2 dozen will go in on the 1st day (more or less, depending on plant size I guess) and if one sells it will be replaced. Carol Riesenberger plans to rotate them as the week passes, assuming we get more than needed to start. The backs of the cards should be painted green, or leafy, or anything that won't glare from amidst the foliage (even a 2nd flower, as some have already done). We hope some visitors will purchase one as a souvenir at $5 each, the money going to support the show and club (not to artist). Some of us put very small initials on them, others did not--either way is fine. They should ultimately go to Carol Riesenberger who will be preparing the table arrangements. Day of show is fine; later is fine, as she can then use them for replacements.

We have at least 20 already, but the more the merrier. We have not determined what will happen to those left over. Saved for another show? Try to return to artists? Use as incentive gifts for members who do something for club? Used by the "Sunshine" person as cards for shut-ins, etc. We will see how it goes.

Spring Show Judge. Jack Wolsky, Professor Emeritus, Fine Art Department, SUNY Brockport, will judge this year’s Spring Show. He

will also do a follow-up critique at the May 24 IAC meeting. Artists are asked to bring in one to two of their show entries, so there is plenty of work for him to discuss. Line up your work against the walls with your 1st choice in front. Jack will critique at least one from everyone. Hopefully, he will be able to get to everyone’s 2nd piece as well. Direct Qs to Nancy Jo Gambacurta.

LIBRARY DONATION

The Irondequoit Public Library Foundation (not the Friends) is requesting donations from their supporters and, since (1) we are not being charged a fee for use of their meeting rooms for ten days in May, (2) we no longer give scholarships to promising art students in high school, and (3) we had a very successful and lucrative show at the library last fall, I suggest we donate to this worthy cause, supporting a library that is directly helping us. As acknowledgment of our contribution we would receive an engraved book spine ("The Irondequoit Art Club") on a Donors' Book Shelf, on the wall outside the meeting rooms. ●Gifts from $100- 299, the book spine is 8.75" tall in poplar wood ●Gifts from $300-499, the book spine is 9.25" tall in cherry wood ●Gifts from $500-999, the spine is 9.75" tall in walnut

Since our former fee for each show, twice a year, was between $270 and $300, I recommend a gift of $300+ for the mid-size book spine. Have a look at the installation while you are at the show. Think about this and plan to vote at the May 24 meeting. Thanks, Jeanette Musliner, Treasurer. Highlights from Pat Tribastone Demo, Apr 26, “Pastel Essentials”.

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●Definition of Pastel Paintings – all paper is covered with pigment to form a complete composition. ●Discussion of materials used – assorted hard to soft pastels. ●Techniques – drawing strokes, broad strokes, color blending to create value & color transitions. ●Archival Quality – pastels are more archival than oils but more delicate to handle. ●Set-up – a box w/ 3sides, painted black inside, still life set up w/ appropriate lighting. ●Value Drawings – invaluable in helping the lead-in, the focal area and colors. ●Color Choices – chosen prior to painting, calm, chaotic, bold or subdued. ●Pastel Pencil Drawing – outline w/ pastel pencil. ●Block in – begin w/ background, work dark to light. ●Work Up – work to completion, top to bottom. ●Finish – save highlights for last. Call for IAC Artists. The Artists Cave Gallery, 4639 Culver Rd. , invites IAC members to exhibit. Exclusive for IAC are reduced commission rates, lower hanging fees and free use of community space for artist’s reception. Group, solo or rotating shows available. Gallery hours are 4-8 T, W, Th; 4-7 F; noon-4 Sat & Sun. Contact John Lenhard, 585-467-2333. Visit The Artists Cave on Facebook.

MAY BUSINESS MEETING

Please send ideas for discussion or agenda items to Karen Pesch prior to the May 24 business meeting. MAY SPEAKER Jack Wolsky, Professor Emeritus, Fine Arts, SUNY Brockport, will provide a critique of art pieces exhibited at the Irondequoit Art Club’s Spring Show. This will take

place at Chapel Oaks about 7:30PM on May 24 after the 7PM business meeting of the Irondequoit Art Club. Chapel Oaks is located at St. Ann’s Community, 1550 Portland Ave., Rochester, NY 14621.The site is handicapped accessible. The event is open to all with no admission fee.

May Refreshments

Barb Petro and Jeannette Profeta

September Refreshments S.A.M. and Diane Bosco

Coming Speakers Preview

per Nancy Jo Gambacurta: May 24 – Jack Wolsky Prof. Emeritus, Fine Arts, SUNY Brockport, Critique, Spring Show Entries September 27 - Peggy Martinez - oils October 25 - Dick Kane - Acrylics

WEDNESDAY MEETING INFO

WINTER / SPRING 2016 Pinegrove Center - Meetings begin at 12:15. The room is available by

12:00 if bringing a lunch.

MAY 11 *WORKSHOP

18 *WORKSHOP

JUNE, JULY, AUGUST

NO MEETINGS

SEPT 7 NO MEETING

14 **CRITIQUE

21 *WORKSHOP

28 *WORKSHOP *WORKSHOPS – Members should bring their materials to paint or sketch. **CRITIQUE - Bring in completed work, or work in progress, for a

gentle group review/critique; limited to two works per artist per session. ***DISCUSSION - Meetings are talks on various methods/materials.

Report from Jim Dawson: At the April 20th IAC meeting at Pinegrove, professional model, Rick Bittner, posed for two hours for the 12 members in attendance. It was a rare opportunity to brush up on figure sketching for everyone. Engaging the model was the result of a club "brainstorming session" that prompted members to come up with ideas for Wednesday sessions.

Call for IAC Artists: There are opportunities at the 2nd and 3rd

Wednesday 12:15PM meetings in September, October and November for anyone to demonstrate their particular talent or method of working with any medium. There is an amazing pool of talent in our club. It would be great to share some of this with the others. If interested please contact Jim Dawson at 872-6311 or email jpdawson1938@yahoo.com.

Summer Field Trip Schedule. David Pell has organized these outings. See details in attached flyer.

Summer IAC Picnic. The Barnards have once again offered to host the summer IAC picnic. Their generous hospitality resulted in everyone having a lovely time last year in their " backyard mini-park"! The picnic will be on Saturday, August 20 (with rain date, Sunday, August 21) from noon to 5PM. The festivities will occur at their home at 71 Le Gran Rd., off St Paul Blvd. See details in attached flyer.

“Current” Painting of Electric Box. IAC members, Michele Barnard and Jeanette Musliner, are in the process of painting the electrical box on the corner of Thorncliffe Drive & St. Paul Blvd. (south of Sunoco gas

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station). The design will be sailboats along a waterway, with the light-house in the background. Cold & rain have hampered their efforts, but the project should be done soon.

Art Model Available. Rick Bittner, the model for IAC’s figure drawing session at the senior center on April 20th is available for hire for individuals & small groups who would like a male life model. He left some cards behind and enjoyed working with “such talented artists” who were “very nice and a pleasure to model for.” Rick’s contact info: 716-480-6210 E-mail: bills1rock@aol.com Shows/Classes/Demos Oxford Gallery, 267 Oxford St, 14607 Myths & Mythologies Through June 11 Tues-Sat, noon-5PM or by appt Artists’ Reception May 14, 5 to 8PM Phone: 585-271-5885 www.oxfordgallery.com Arts & Cultural Council, 384 Gallery, 384 East Ave, 14607 Seeing the Landscape - Paintings by Carolyn Marshall & Anne Marcello and Sculptures by Christine Knoblaugh Through May 30, 2016 Artists’reception & talks – May 3, 5 to 8PM (585) 473-4000 ArtsRochester.org

P. Tribastone Fine Art Gallery, 32 Main St., Canandaigua East Meets West: Pastels Across the StateThrough May 28Tues-Sat, 10 to 6Artists’ Reception, May 7, 4 to 7PMwww.patriciatribastone.com

585-217-2460

Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo), 137 East Ave., 14604 6x6x2016 Show June 4 - July 17, 2016 Artwork Entries: Deadline has passed. Global Online Preview Begins: May 20 at 10am In Gallery Preview (no purchasing): May 30 - June 3, 12-9pm Opening Party & Artwork Sale: June 4, 4-10pm; 7:30pm raffle for buyer positions #1-20; 8:00pm purchasing open for all other buyers. Admission: $12 / $8 for members Global Online Purchasing Begins: June 7 at 10am Artwork Purchase Price: $20 each Sold Out Artists' Names Revealed Online: July 1 Purchased Artwork Pick-Up: July 17 - 20, 12-6pm info@rochestercontemporary.org Phone (585) 461-2222 Finger Lakes Gallery & FrameLes Petits - A Small Works CompetitionMay 27-June 11, 2016Free

www.fingerlakespleinair.com/les-petits/ Patricia O’Keefe Ross Art Gallery St. John Fisher College Joseph S. Skalny Welcome Ctr. 3690 East Ave., 14618 Where Two Women and Nature Converge Raphaela McCormack &

Jean K. Stephens May 16 through June 17 Artist Reception, May 19, 5 to 8PM M-Th: 8 to 4:30; F: 8-noon 585-385-8000 www.raphaelamccormack.com www.jeankstephens.com

Irondequoit Art Club President Karen Pesch Co-Vice-President Programs Sally Steinwachs Nancy Jo Gambacurta Co-Secretaries Diane Bosco Geri Cardwell Treasurers Jeanette Musliner Walter Musliner Membership- David Pell

266-3568 342-8292 544-3175 545-4641 288-1094 342-2626 342-2626 342-1051

Non-elected Committee Chairs: Newsletter (Palette) S.A.M. Shrestha Carol Riesenberger “mailing” Publicity S.A.M. Shrestha Refreshments Barbara Petro Website-Lisa Struble Library- Betty Papaleo Sunshine- Linda Hanss History- Jeanette Wojtas Weds Program Jim Dawson Town Hall Exhibits –Barb Montione

787-4086 342-6287 787-4086 288-4516 323-2761 266-4357 671-1605 233-9948 872-6311 338-1184

Note: There will be no Palette during June, July, August.

Please submit material for the

September Palette by September 5, 2016 to S.A.M. Shrestha

787-4086 bshrestha@rochester.rr.com

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IRONDEQUOIT ART CLUB MINUTES

April 26, 2016 Chapel Oaks Community Room

The meeting was called to order by President Karen Pesch at 7:00 p.m. She welcomed all members and guests and Pat Tribastone.

MINUTES: There were no corrections to the minutes. A motion to approve the minutes was made by Carol Riesenberger and seconded by Michele Barnard, and was unanimously approved.

TREASURER’S REPORT: Balance of Money Market and Checking Accounts totals combined is $4,434.All bills have been paid as well as Club’s Sales Tax. Motion to approve made by Nancy Jo Gambacurta and Phyllis Rodi seconded. All in favor, none opposed, unanimously approved.

SPRING SHOW: The Spring Show is being held in two rooms at the Irondequoit Library. Karen asked all who have not signed up to check to see empty spaces on the sitting schedule. The sitting schedule still has 22 openings. If you are in show you are required to sit. All sitters of course are appreciated. If you are in the show but cannot sit, please discuss other ways to help.

Carol Riesenberger and Diane Bosco are in charge of food for the table at the Reception, May 12. Members are asked to please bring food in between 6:00 and 6:30 p.m. The food must be finger food.

David Seeley, new Town Supervisor, will be at the Awards Ceremony.

On Sunday, May 22, we need help to take down items and carry heavy racks, etc.

We need a photographer for the show reception. Nancy Jo Gambacurta’s husband Ken has volunteered.

“Meet the Artist” schedule on May 14 will be in the May Palette. If you did not receive an e-mail, let Karen know.

Jeanette Musliner has small cards which have flowers painted on them (2.5 x 3.5”) which will be for sale at the show for $5.00 as a donation for the Club. Take blank cards on back table and make a small flower painting. There are still Posters on the back table – take one to distribute. There is a list of places which have been covered.

SUMMER PLEIN AIR: David Pell has the PLEIN AIR schedule done so look for it in the May Palette.

LIBRARY DONATION: We will vote on a contribution to the Library in the next meeting in May. Details will be in the Palette.

SUMMER PICNIC: Michele Barnard offered to host the Summer Picnic on August 20 a Saturday. Motion to approve by Mary Pallone, seconded by Nancy Jo Gambacurta. Unanimously approved. REFRESHMENTS: Jeanette Wojtas and Linda Hanss brought refreshments. Thank you both. ADJOURNMENT: Meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m. Nancy Jo Gambacurta introduced our presenter, Patricia Tribastone who gave an enlightening presentation on pastels.

Respectfully submitted, Geri Cardwell, Co-Secretary