May 2016 - the Elmhurst Artists` Guild

MAY 2016
EAG Newsletter is a publication of the Elmhurst Artists’ Guild,
a member of the Alliance of Fine Art and the Illinois Arts Council.
EAG 2015-2016 Officers and Committee Chairs
President Randy Irion — rpirion@hotmail.com
Presides at all meetings of the Guild. Fills a seat on the EAM board.
Appoints committee chairmen.
First Vice-President Cassandra Swierenga —
cswierengaart@gmail.com
Sets up programs for general meetings. First in line if President cannot
perform duties.
Second Vice-President Francesca Irion — francescairion@gmail.com
In charge of membership.
Third Vice-President Anna Villarreal Garbis — agarb6@hotmail.com
Chairman of Ways and Means includes grant writing and fundraisers.
Secretary Maureen Duax — maurart49@gmail.com
Keeps minutes of all board meetings. Maintains historical documents.
Treasurer Benita Brewer — benitabrewer@gmail.com
Custodian of all Guild funds. Keeps full and accurate records of all
receipts and disbursements.
Museum Delegate Charlene Lee Freislinger —
charleneartz@gmail.com
Fills the second seat on the Elmhurst Art Museum board.
Communications Chair Terri Shimkus — tmshimkus@yahoo.com
Handles special communications between Guild and other organizations and advertising.
Curatorial Chair Frank Tumino — frank.tumino@yahoo.com
Maintains the art collection of the Guild.
President’s Letter
May 2016
Dear fellow EAG members,
As I approach the end of my term as President,
I want to thank you for all of the support I received
this past year. A special thanks to the EAG Board who
always stepped up and went the extra step to make
all of our member and solo shows, programs, parties
and openings the outstanding events we have come
to expect at EAG.
Special appreciation needs to be extended to
Bert Cohn and his committee who undertook revising
the EAG by-laws to reflect current practices. Those
by-laws will be voted upon at the next member meeting, May 19th. At that meeting we will also be voting
on the slate of officers for 2016/17, awarding our
scholarships, enjoying the annual pizza party, and listening to our fellow artist offer up their critiques for
submitted pieces.
Thank you again for allowing me to serve as
your president.
Randy Irion
EAG President
Gallery Exhibition Chair Peter Steeves — peter@pmsteeves.com
Coordinates scheduling, notification, hanging, opening, judging and
take down of exhibits. Selects judges.
External Exhibition Chair Sharon Peters — speters60126@aol.com
Responsible for all exhibition activities outside of the EAG gallery.
Hospitality Chair Judie Anderson — thewandersons@gmail.com
Coordinates the food and beverage table at EAG receptions.
Newsletter Joan Ladendorf — joan@jmlfiberart.com
EAG Calendar of Events
Timely production of the monthly newsletter September through June.
Webmaster Bert Cohn — bertcohn@comcast.net
Responsible for updating the EAG website.
Guild Programs
5/19
Gallery Coordination Cecilia Dohra — cdohra@yahoo.com
Coordinates staffing and scheduling of EAG gallery by members and
volunteers.
AFA Representative Heather Jones-Pryor — langston72@aol.com
PLEASE CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE PERSON OR PERSONS WITH
YOUR INFORMATION, QUESTIONS, AND NOTICES. Thank you.
Gallery Exhibits
4/9
5/21
7/1
Visit the EAG website:
www.elmhurstartistsguild.org
and Like us on FACEBOOK!
Art Critique & Pizza Party 7pm
Bring a piece of art to share, get help with, or
have critiqued by your fellow members
Spring Members’ Show Apr 10 — May 21
PICK-UP is SATURDAY, MAY 21, 10am-12
Dave and Heather Pryor Show “Red Wagon”
May 22 — July 2
Reception - Friday, May 27, 7-9pm
Summer Members’ Show July 2 — Aug 13
Reception July 8, 7-9pm
Entry form enclosed—you must be an active
member to participate in this show—membership
renewal form enclosed
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Member News
Ben Calvert‘s print Mothers Day was one of twelve included in the performance
“Vocal Canvas” at the Beverly Arts Center, and will be on display for the month.
The print was also used in the ad poster.
Joan Ladendorf has 6 of her art quilts in the Furniture and Fine Craft Show at the
Old Court House Arts Center in Woodstock, IL, May 12 through May 28, with an
artists’ reception Saturday, May 21, 6-9pm. She will have a tent with her photography
at the Prairie Arts Festival in Schaumburg May 27 & 28, 10-5 both days; and a tent
in the David Adler Music and Art Center’s 36th Annual Festival of the Arts in
Cook Park, Libertyville, August 6 (10-5) and August 7 (11-4).
Annette Leiber writes:
Fellow members:
I have a gift card from Dillmans' Art Workshop Retreat in Lac du Flambeau,
Wisconsin worth $100 toward a workshop of your choice. If you are interested in
attending one of their workshops with a noted artist, please call or email me
ASAP. First come, first served. I have brochures showing 39 different workshops
available from May to October, 2016. 630-250-9407, annettelei@comcast.net
BALLOT 2016-2017
ELMHURST ARTISTS’ GUILD
----------------------------------President
Write-in
Cassandra Swierenga
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Write-in
John David Murray
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Vice President Membership
Write-in
Bret Steinhaus
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Vice President Ways & Means
Write-in
Anna Villereal Garbis
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Treasurer
Write-in
Benita Brewer
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Write-in
Maureen Duax
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Write-in
Randy Irion
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Vice President Programs
Secretary
Museum Delegate
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Alice Sandra Tangalos
Alice Sandra Tangalos, nee Alexandra Tambour, born January 25 th, 1926, beloved wife of the late Anthony J. Tangalos, fond mother of Dr. Dennis, Dr.
Christina (Bob), Will (Lisa) and Tony, loving grandmother of Alexa, Alexandra, Ursula, Maria & Stephanie, left us on March 30, 2016. Alice and her
husband Tony, natives of Illinois, raised their family in Elmhurst, Illinois
where she was active in the fine arts, education and real estate. Alice was a
longtime member of the Elmhurst Artists’ Guild (EAG) beginning in the
1960’s and serving as president in 1971, 1973, 1974 & 1975. During the time
Alice served EAG her husband Tony was selected as the first chairman of the
fundraising committee for the Elmhurst Art Museum. Alice & Tony Tangalos’s efforts were instrumental in incubating the vision and raising the capital for establishing the Elmhurst Art Museum.
FROM ALICE’S SON TONY:
This information is provided to the Museum staff and directors for your careful consideration for possible inclusion in the HISTORY tab of the Museum
website. Mom gave several decades of her heart and soul to the EAG and
partnered with Dad to really champion the Museum fundraising campaign. I recall as a young child in the
1960s and 70s hearing both my parents frequently speak about the EAG and the vision of the Museum. There were many conversations in our home about how overwhelming achieving the fundraising
goal appeared to be. I recall it took many, many years of tireless and determined effort on their part as well
as many others to raise the funds. Together, Mom & Eleanor Hookham, along with Dad’s fundraising,
really championed the EAG & Museum.
Our family lived on the N. E. corner of Poplar & Church in Brynhaven & were close friends with Diana
Nicholas (Lazzadro) whose family built the Lapidary Art Museum. Both the Nicholas family and the
Hookhams lived close by, just a few blocks away.
Unfortunately, my parents moved to Arizona to retire in 1984 and I do not believe they ever got to see the
fruits of their tireless efforts. Mom would be so happy to see the museum succeeding so well. I visited the
Museum in 2005 with my three daughters and brought Mom photos. My brothers and sister would be profoundly grateful if the Museum board would include some mention of my mother and father’s vision and
drive to see the Elmhurst Art Museum come to fruition on the history tab of the Museum website.
In closing, I would like to invite anyone in EAG who remembers mom to call or e-mail with any memories
they have of her that I can add to her memorial scrap book. Thank you.
Tony Tangalos, The Homesteaders Haven, P. O. Box 2114, Taylor, AZ 85939
C: 602-321-4100 tangalos@cox.net
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Dillman’s Art Workshop Retreat of Lac du Flambeau,
WI welcomes you to a Spring Open House and a special invitation to the young artists. There will be hourlong demonstrations by well-known artists in their chosen medium; artist’s original and reproduction artwork
plus books, videos, and art supplies for sale; and information on resources for artists. The first 15 young students who preregister (vacations@dillmans.com or 715
-588-3143) will receive a complimentary watercolor
starter kit to explore with.
This FREE & FUN event includes:
• Complimentary beverage and snack reception.
• Door Prizes announced at the top of each hour, including: Resorts of Wisconsin coffee table book.
• Information and tickets to Big Top Chatauqua’s “Blue
Canvas Orchestra” concert – June 19, 2016 at Dillman’s. Visit www.dillmansBCO.org for more information.
• Optional 6pm dinner by RSVP at 715-588-3143
EAG External Exhibits
Where are we now!
Artists are always needed for the following venues:
Art work with a house which can be in a landscape for L W Reedy
Artists who would be able to deliver their art work between 10:00 & 10:30 for a doctor’s waiting room
Painters of cats or dogs
Please e-mail speters60126@aol.com if you are able to fill any of these spots.
DOWNTOWN
VALLETTE & YORK
BUTTERFIELD RD.
Terry Johnson - 5/3 Bank
Linda Roxe - Dist. 205
Khrystyna Kozyuk - Community Bank
Asil Rubla - US Bank
Charlene Lee-Freislinger - LW Reedy (in window)
Khrystyna Kozyuk - Elmhurst Dermatology
Cassandra Swierenga - Pope’s Gallery
Anna Garbis - US Bank
Cassandra Swierenga - Community Bank
Joanne Saporta - SBT Bank
NORTH SIDE
Shirley Jorns - MB Bank
Remodeling - SBT Bank
SPRING RD.
Charlene Lee-Freislinger - Inland Bank
Bruce Peterson - Devries Animal Hospital
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ELMHURST ARTISTS’ GUILD
Membership Application/Renewal 2016-17
Join now! Membership is open to anyone interested in the fine arts.
Please print clearly:
Name(s) _____________________________________________________________________________
Address _____________________________________________________________________________
City ________________________________________State ____________________ Zip ____________
Telephone __________________________ Email address_____________________________________
 I do not own a computer. Please mail a printed version of the newsletter to me.
Please list the following with my name in the membership directory:
 All information
 Name and email only
 Name only
 Name, address and phone
All memberships renew on July 1. New memberships between January 1 and June 30 are ½ off. Membership
to this 501.c.3 organization is tax deductible. Includes free Elmhurst Art Museum membership.
Type of membership:  New
 Renewing
To renew, or to join between July 1 and December 31:
To join between January 1 and June 30:
 Individual $40.00
 Two individuals at the same address $60.00
 Student $15.00*
 Individual $20.00
 Two individuals at the same address $30.00
 Student $7.50*
 Optional tax-deductible donation to Elmhurst Art Museum - $________
*Students must include a copy of a valid student ID with this form and payment.
Please indicate which areas you are interested in helping with or if you have special skills:
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Art hanging / exhibitions
Fundraising
Gallery sitting
Hospitality
Membership
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Newsletter
Program planning
Publicity
Website
Art in the Park
Mail membership form, check, and copy of student ID if applicable to:
Elmhurst Artists’ Guild
Attn: Membership
150 Cottage Hill
Elmhurst, IL 60126
 Call me when something
comes up
 Other (please specify)
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A Walk in the Park
CELEBRATING 45 YEARS OF SUCCESS
August 28, 2016
Dear Artist:
We had a wonderful event last year and expect the same this year. We had close to one hundred artists and this oneday show drew an attendance of over 2500. We look forward to your participation again this year. Attached is the application for the 2016 fine art fair “A Walk in the Park” Sunday, August 28, 2016, at the North School Park, 410 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Heights, IL.
• We will jury all new artists. This is not necessary if you participated at the 2015 festival. Either submit 3 slides, images
or photos of your work. Please label your work and include a stamped self-addressed envelope for return. At this time
we are not requiring a jury fee.
• All art work must be the original work of the artist. No buy/sell, manufactured or commercial products are permitted. Otherwise you will be asked to leave. Reproductions or prints are to be labeled as such..
• Deadline for applications is June 1, 2016 Accepted artists will be notified after review of the application. We are located at a beautiful park in downtown Arlington Heights with ample parking. This fair is heavily advertised and well
known in the area.
• Most sites are 12’ x 12’ and will be assigned as entries are processed. Artists may begin setting up at 7:00 a.m. Stakes
in the ground are prohibited. All artists must attend their own sites and remain until 5:00 p.m. You will receive further
details upon acceptance.
• Entry fees are $85 for non members and $65 for members of the Arlington Heights art Guild. Make checks payable the
Arlington Heights Art Guild and mail your application to: `Kathy Wolan 1014 W. Grove, Arlington Heights, IL
60005. Please submit your digital images to: kJwolan@att.net
Co-Chairman, Lori Brownstein and Kathy Wolan
A Walk in the Park
Sunday August 28. 2016
For Questions please call: Lori Brownstein 847-870-1878 or Kathy Wolan, 847-392-5418. email to: kJwolan@att.net
or lobogris54@aol.com
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Name____________________________________Phone________________________
Address_______________________________________________________________
City_______________________________________State________Zip_____________
Art medium ____________________________________________________________
E-mail:_____________________________________________
I understand and accept the conditions described above governing this fair and I also realize that the Arlington Heights
Art Guild, the Village of Arlington Heights, and the Arlington Heights Park District are not responsible for any damage or
loss of my art work.
Signature________________________________________________Date______
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-based artists, selected by juried process, exhibiting
original works in painting, photography, glasswork, illustration, pottery, mixed media, functional art, and hand-made jewelry;
flamenco, African drumming, show tunes, classical music, folk and
choir singing;
-12) and Young Artists’
Gallery, with artworks by students of local grade schools and high
schools;
tary school-aged kids who reside in Edgewater;
The
Elmhurst
Artists’ Guild
has served the greater Elmhurst visual arts community since its founding in 1946. The Guild
exhibited its art at a local community center, creating the first “Elmhurst Art Museum.” In
1990, the Guild sold its property adjacent to Wilder Park to provide expansion for the new
Elmhurst Art Museum. We continue to meet at the Museum on the third Thursday of every
month except June, July and August.
Sustaining Members: The Guild appreciates the support of our sustaining members and
their commitment to the arts. We encourage our members to patronize Elmhurst businesses, and particularly our sustaining members who are listed here. Become a sustaining
member and list your business here!
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SUMMER MEMBERS’ SHOW
ELMHURST ARTISTS’ GUILD
Elmhurst Artists’ Guild Gallery—July 3—August 13, 2016
Drop off: Saturday, July 2 —10am to noon
Pick up: Saturday, August 13 —10am to noon
Reception: Friday, July 8, 7-9pm
Infringing upon copyright laws could bring serious consequences for the art guild and/or the artist. Thus, copying
photographs (including those from magazines, calendars, newspapers, etc.) or artwork originally created by another
individual cannot be accepted. Artwork shown in a previous members’ show is ineligible.
Work must be framed properly; however, gallery wrapped canvases without exposed staples and with finished
edges are acceptable. Sawtooth hangers are not allowed. The center of the hanging wire should be at least 1-1/2”
from the top of the piece. Painting and frames must be dry. MAXIMUM SIZE IS 48” HORIZONTAL.
NOTE: Removal of artwork before the end of show is prohibited, and doing so will result in being barred from future
shows. There will be a $10 charge for late pick-ups without making previous arrangements.
INSTRUCTIONS: Fill out both sections below. Tape the bottom half to the back of your artwork. Bring the top half
with you to drop off with a $20 hanging fee. Please include a 40% commission fee in the sale price, as the EAG and
EAM each receive 20% commission on all sales. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY.
GIVE THIS SECTION AND THE $20.00 HANGING FEE TO THE COORDINATOR AT DROP OFF:
In consideration of being permitted to exhibit and sell work in the exhibit, I hereby waive claim for damages,
including, but not limited to those based on negligence, against the Elmhurst Artists’ Guild.
Name ______________________________________________________ Entry Number ____________
Address ____________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number _______________________________________________________________________
Title _______________________________________________________________________________
Medium _________________________________ Sale Price ________ Value if Not for Sale _________
Signature _________________________________________ Date _____________________________
TAPE THIS SECTION TO THE BACK OF YOUR ARTWORK:
In consideration of being permitted to exhibit and sell work in the exhibit, I hereby waive claim for damages,
including, but not limited to those based on negligence, against the Elmhurst Artists’ Guild.
Name ______________________________________________________ Entry Number ____________
Address ____________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number _______________________________________________________________________
Title _______________________________________________________________________________
Medium _________________________________ Sale Price ________ Value if Not for Sale _________
Signature _________________________________________ Date _____________________________
Artwork picked up by __________________________________________________________________