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January 15 General Meeting and Notes

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Published: Mon. Feb 13, 2017

The general meeting was held on January 15, 2017 at Valentinos, 104th and Maple. Called toorder by President, Linda Bernett.

Treasurer’s report by Jo Anne Nielsen of $6404.89.ANAC: Per Jo Anne Nielsen the planning committee meeting will be held in York, NE on March 18. Dateand venue to be announced for the juried selection show in April

.Art Shows: Sharon Clawson brought invitation post cards for the Winter Show at the Jewish Comm. Center.The theme is “Something Old/Something New”. Artists can submit an old piece of art, which never receivedan awrd and or a new piece. See newsletter for dates and time.

Community Art Bridge: Linda Bernett reported December’s lesion was decoupaged plates with 70 students.The club also donated Christmas gift bags to the students. January’s lessons taught 65 students, on“Self-Expressions”, using oil pastels as resist to watercolor. February class will focus on snow men.

Community Art Reach: Sara Wamsat reported donations received at November pot luck luncheon. Moniescollected were split between Art Bridge and Art Reach.

Courtesy: See newsletter.

Fun Shop: Katie Johnson reported 18 at January Fun Shop taught by Linda Bernett with texture in mixedmedia. Advised working on setting up future Fun Shops for next year.

Host: See newsletter

Membership: Susan Stevens advises have 3 new members for a total of 120 currently.

Newsletter: Deadline for articles always Friday after meeting, so January 27.

Programs: Katie Johnson introduced, Martin McNabb, from Papio Creek Gems. Martin presented aninspiring and informative program, bringing examples of his body art using gems. Any Omaha Artists IncMembers who go into the shop may purchase a bag of gems which have been set aside with a discount.

Web Administrator: Susan Stevens is continuing to explore more user friendly membership applicationfor our site.

Other Announcements: Linda Bernett will be teaching an alcohol ink workshop at gallery in Malvern, Iowa.Becky Kinloch will also be at the gallery in Malvern, Iowa teaching a watercolor workshop on February 11.Carol Coppi is the featured artist at Tripoint Coffeehouse in Papillion. Mulhalls hosts artists everyWednesday starting at 9am. Members are encouraged to apply for scholarships.

Motion to adjourn-Jo Anne Nielsen
Second motion– Barbara Egr

October 26 General Meeting and Notes

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Published: Sun. Nov 6, 2016

General meeting was held Oct. 26, 2016 / 11:00 am at Charlie’s on the Lake Restaurant. Called to order by President, Linda Bernett.

Treasurers report: $7,013.15 by Jo Anne Nielsen

Art Shows: Sharon Clawson asked members to pick up their artwork at LaCasa’s on Monday, Oct 31 11-1 pm.

Winter show: Jewish Community Center theme, “Something Old/Something New,” will be held in February. The reception will be held on Sunday, Feb. 5 from 2-4. Pick up will be on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2-4.

Spring show: Hot Shops Theme: Fusing of artistic minds ~ more information TBA Community

Art Bridge: Linda Bernett informed us that 77 students painted donated pumpkins from Valas. Next month the lesson will be about leaves.

Community Art Reach: Have need for 8 count package of Crayons which will be included in the Christmas gift from Omaha Artists to ESL students. See newsletter for other art supplies needed to be brought to the November Fun Shop.

Courtesy: Dorothy Tuma told the members a welcome card was sent to Larry Shaber and a get well card to Dick Brown. In addition, she is including former OAI members in the November Fun Shop by sending invitations to them to the November 70th Anniversary.

Fun Shop: Katie Johnson conveyed information about January’s Fun Shop. Linda Bernett: Texture in Mixed Media. No Fun Shop in December. October class had 24 attendees, taught by Katrina Swanson on cold wax medium and oil.

Host: November will be a potluck (boasting the area’s most delicious chicken and cake) celebrating the club’s 70th anniversary. Please RSVP by Wednesday November 9, so we know how much chicken/cake to order.

Newsletter: No newsletter will be printed in December.

Programs: Our speaker was Wendy Deane, the Accidental Artist, from Valley, NE.

Vice-President: Roster will be sent to printer and be mailed soon. Katie Johnson discussed the speaker for January’s program will be Martin MacNabb of Papio Creek Gems & Gifts “Jewelry, Jewelers, and Jewels.

President: Linda Bernett advised that November will be combination Fun Shop, with card making for courtesy, Pot Luck, and celebration for 70th Anniversary OAI. This includes drawing for prizes, with cake and chicken .

Motion to adjourn – Marilyn Beig; second motion – Dorothy Tuma

September 29 General Meeting and Notes

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Published: Mon. Oct 10, 2016

General Meeting was held on Sept. 28, 2016 at Charlie’s on the Lake Restaurant. Called to order by President, Linda Bernett. Minutes were not read from August meeting.

Treasurers report of $7,013.15 by Linda Bernett

ANAC: No report

Art Shows: Sharon Clawson reported the LaCasa's show had a big turnout. 43 entered with 87 pieces of art. Take down will be on Monday., Oct 31 11-1 pm.

Winter show: Jewish Community Center theme will be "Something Old/Something New." Artists will be allowed to submit an "old" piece of art which has never received an award and a new piece!!! Date TBA

Spring show: Hot Shops Theme: Fusing of artistic minds – more information TBA

Community Art Bridge: Linda Bernett advised first lesson was in September “Hands” with 65 adult students lead by Pat Lontor. Oct. class will be “Pumpkins” with pumpkins donated by Valas. Linda reported that number of students will increase within the next 60 days.

Community Art Reach: See newsletter regarding donations for the November Fun shop.

Courtesy: Dorothy Tuma advised to see newsletter.

Fun Shop: Katie Johnson reported Julie Lemons led the September Fun Shop, “Chalk it up to Pastels “ with 25 artists attending. 

Host: Luncheon and program held at Charlie’s on the Lake. Oct. format will be the same. See newsletter for additional information.

Membership: We currently have 106 members enrolled.

Newsletter: Deadline for articles is Friday September 30th send to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Programs: Amanda Lustgraaf , Mutual of Omaha-Midtown Crossing representative spoke. She gave an informational, moving program concerning “Horses of Honor-Omaha Trail of Heroes."

Vice-President: Roster almost finished per Katie Johnson 

President: Linda Bernett discussed card making fun shop on Nov 16 will include potluck. Prizes, main dish, cake to celebrate 70th anniversary. Meeting and fun shop all on the same day!

Motion to adjourn – Dorothy Tuma; Second motion – Katie Johnson

Respectfully Submitted: by Barbara Egr, sec.

June 15, 2016 General Meeting and Notes

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Published: Thu. Sep 8, 2016

The general meeting of the Omaha Artists, Inc. was held at Canvas and Cabernet on Wednesday June 15, 2016. Called to order by President Katrina Swanson.

Treasurer’s Report by Jo Anne Nielsen of $6640.86.

Committee Reports:

ANAC: Jo Anne Nielsen advised next years conference will be held in York, NE, June 7 -10, 2016. Jo Anne also announced that Honorary Mention awarded to Linda Bernett at this years conference in McCook.

Art Shows: Per Sharon Clawson the September Fall show will be held at La Casa., there is no theme. The Winter show, in February will be at the Jewish Community Center. “Something Old, Something New” will be the theme. A non awarded piece from a prior OAI show will be allowed. Spring show will be at the Hot Shops, with a theme to be determined.

Community Art Bridge: Carol Coppi thank you to the volunteers of Art Bridge and for all past donations from OAI. There will be an organization meeting in August, with classes beginning in September with Linda Bernett as the new coordinator.

Community Art Reach: Gather art supplies/kits to donate.

Courtesy: No cards sent this month

Fun Shop: Katie Johnson is setting up for next year with Katrina Swanson, Sara Wamsat, and Julie Lemons to start.

Host: September will be at Charlies on the Lake. Individual choice selections will be made off the menu. Reservations are needed for count.

Membership: Please renew before end of June in order to be printed in the roster. A reminder email and notes to be sent out for renewals.

Newsletter: No newsletter until September, per Linda Bernett

Programs: Need chairperson for upcoming year.

Publicity: Albert Rhea is posting on facebook. Sharon will have postcards for the September show at the next board meeting.

Webmaster: Updates and reminders over the summer months will be send out for reminder on the September Art Show and Membership renewals.

Vice President: No report

President: No report

Unfinished Business: Katrina Swanson thanks to al Board chair persons. Installation of officers per President Katrina Swanson: President -Linda Bernett, Vice President - Katie Johnson, Treasurer –Jo Anne Nielsen, Secretary –Barbara Egr, Advisor –Katrina Swanson

Motion to Adjourn: Barbara Egr; Second Motion: Katie Johnson

May 25, 2016 General Meeting and Notes

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Published: Sat. Jun 4, 2016

The general meeting of the Omaha Artists, Inc. was held at Westside Community Center, Wednesday May 25, 2016. Called to order by President Katrina Swanson.

New members and guests welcomed.

Treasurer’s Report by Jo Anne Nielsen of $6,695.65.

ANAC: Jo Anne Nielsen advised collecting pieces for conference in McCook, NE.

Art Shows: Fall show will be at LaCasa, 42nd and Leavenworth, with registration Monday Sept. 12,2016 running thru October. See newsletter for additional.

Community Art Bridge: Carol Coppi reports that May was last class for year with 44 ESL students. Thank you to all involved. Next year the program co-ordinator is Linda Bernett.

Community Art Reach: Sara Wamsat states that program was started in 2000. Donations of supplies and money were taken last week to Child Life Services.

Courtesy: Thinking of you card to Susan Stevens, welcome to John Harvey, Angel Cancino, and sympathy to family of Cindy Ulrich per Dorothy Tuma.

Fun Shop: Katie Johnson reports great class in May with Dar Van de Voort and puzzle pieces.

Hostesses: September luncheon will be at Charlies on the Lake.

Membership: Membership form is needed for renewal and fee is $22.00 for 2016/2017 club year.

Newsletter: Per Linda Bernett the deadline for newsletter is Friday May 27.

Programs: Todays presenter is Tyler Curnes a glass artist with lighting and sculpture.

President: June luncheon will be pot luck at Canvas and Cabernet. See newsletter, no garage sale. For $15.00 fee paint a 8 x 10 canvas. Need reservations for count. 10:00 Board Meeting/ 11:00 Luncheon and Installation of officers. Updated By-Laws in May newsletter. No additions or corrections, voted in favor. Nominations for officers and voted in favor Linda Bernett-President, Katie Johnson-Vice President, Barbara Egr- Secretary and Jo Anne Nielsen –Treasurer.

Motion to Adjourn: Marilyn Beig and Seconded Carol McCall

March 23, 2016 General Meeting Notes

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Published: Tue. Apr 5, 2016

Omaha Artists, Inc. general meeting was held Wednesday March 23, 2016 at Joslyn Art Museum. Called to order by President, Katrina Swanson.

Treasurers report from Jo Anne Nielsen of $6624.26.

Committee Reports:

ANAC: Selection show will be at Hot Shops on Tuesday March 29 11-1pm. See guidelines in March newsletter. If selected paperwork needs completion and pay $7.00 entry fee for limit of 2 pieces.

Art Shows: Pat Lontor reports that registration for show at Hot Shops is Tuesday March 29, 11-1pm. Reception Sunday April 3, 2-4pm. Take Down Sunday April 24, 5-6:30pm. Have publicity post cards available for show.

Community Art Bridge: Per Carol Coppi March watercolor lesson by Lourdes O’Leary with 62 students. April will also be watercolor with Linda Hatfield doing “Faces”.

Courtesy: Per Dorothy Tuma check newsletter. Memorial donation will be announced due to passing of Harriet Otis.

Fun Shop: Katie Johnson reported great March class doing watercolor exercises with Marilyn Beig, with attendance of 21. April will be with Linda Bernett, rescheduled from January with oils.

Hostess: Patti Kounkel reports May is last luncheon at Westside Community Center. May luncheon may be in the lower level. September and October will be at Charlies on the Lake. Discussion regarding other possible venues.

Membership: April is start of drive for next member year which runs September thru June. Must fill out application each year.

Newsletter: Linda Bernett announced Friday is deadline for newsletter.

Programs: Joslyn Exhibit “ Go West” docent lead tour with OAI members Lavonne Tripp and Cheri Oelke.

Publicity: Postcards available for show at Hot Shops.

Webmaster: Susan Stevens is updating site.

Unfinished Business: Per Katrina Swanson there are 2 awards available yearly for Genie Schafer Scholarship and will be announced in April each $400.00. Deadline for Opal Parmenter Fellowship extended to April 30. Need posts filled for board next year, Secretary, and possibly Vice President. Also looking for someone to take over newsletter and programs.

Motion to Adjourn: Jo Anne Nielsen

Seconded Pat Lontor

February 24, 2016 General Meeting Notes

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Published: Sat. Mar 5, 2016

Omaha Artists, Inc. general meeting was held on February 24, 2016 at Westside Community Center. Called to order by President, Katrina Swanson. Introduction of new member, Linda Jones, and guest, Liz Santoro. Announced Betsy Conway winner of free February luncheon. 

Treasurers Report: $7192.69 per Jo Anne Nielsen. 

ANAC: Jo Anne Nielsen announced that dues payable today for upcoming ANAC member year. Conference June 8-11,2016 in McCook, NE. 

Art Shows: Sharon Clawson advises the Winter Show Take down is this Sunday at Jewish Community Center 2-4 pm. Sold 5 pieces from the shown and very good attendance at the reception. The Spring Show registration is Tuesday March 29, 11-1pm at the Hot Shops. Theme is “Once Upon a Time– Nursery Rhymes and Fairy Tales”. Reception is Sunday April 3, 2-4 pm. Need suggestions for exhibit space for fall. 

Community Art Bridge: Per Carol Coppi the February class was compass design with attendance of 49 students. March will be March 16, Spring Flowers, a watercolor course by Lordes O’Leary. 

Courtesy: Welcome and Sympathy cards have been sent. 

Fun Shop: Marilyn Beig will teach water media exercises, Wednesday March 16, 2016. Drawing for free lunch. 

Programs: Todays program is Lori Elliott Bartels a cold wax artist at the Hot Shops and Artists Co-operative Gallery. March program and meeting will be at the Joslyn Art Museum, March 23, 2016. Board Meeting 10:00, 11:30-12:15 lunch at Joslyn Café, 12:30 general meeting in the Abbott Lecture Hall. Tour fee of $5.00 for non members, free with Joslyn membership for exhibit “Go West”. Our docents are club members, Cheri Oelke and Lavonne Tripp. Check in at the Atrium counter, pay your tour fee. We will have reserved tables in the Café. 

Membership: Per Susan Stevens we have 4 new members for a total of 132. 

Newsletter: Deadline is always Friday after meeting. 

Motion to Adjorn: Jo Anne Nielsen

2nd: Carol Coppi 

January 27, 2016 General Meeting Notes

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Published: Sat. Feb 6, 2016

Omaha Artists, Inc. general meeting was held on January 27, 2016 at Westside Community Center.

Called to order by President, Katrina Swanson.

Treasurers Report: $6889.37 per Jo Anne Nielsen. 

ANAC: Association of Nebraska Art Clubs: See newsletter for list of paid members. Per Jo Anne Nielsen deadline to pay for year is February 23, 2016. 

Art Shows: Sharon Clawson advises registration this Sunday Feb. 1, 2-4 pm at Jewish Community Center. Please note that JCC has 25% commission on sales. Postcards are available. Ken Heimbuch from Artists Cooperative will be judging. Reception is Sunday February 7, from 2-4 pm. April will be “Fairy Tales” at the Hot Shops. Note, that 3-D pieces have no size restrictions as no wall space is used. Limit of 3 pieces still apply. 

Community Art Bridge: Carol Coppi has been involved in Community Art Bridge for 14 years. Per Carol there were 82 ESL students that attended in December. Each received a gift bag from Omaha Artists and made tissue stars. January class did Cardinals in Snow. February class will be compass design and taught by Carol Coppi. 

Courtesy: Sympathy cards sent to families of Donna Golden and Sally Dryer. 

Fun Shop: January Fun Shop was cancelled due to weather and rescheduled to April. February 17th, will be with Dottie Seymour teaching spirit masks. There will be a drawing for a free meal at the February luncheon. 

Hostess: Carol McCall states have 31 today for the luncheon. When calling Carol for reservations you may need 1 before the number as long distance. May luncheon may be in lower level at Westside Com-munity Center. A new venue will need to be selected for next year. 

Membership: Susan Stevens advises 6 new members since October. 

Newsletter: This Friday is deadline for articles per Linda Bernett 

Programs: Katrina Swanson announced that the program today is Debra Groesser, a plein air artist, and President of the American Impressionist Society. 

Publicity: Postcards available for show at Jewish Community Center 

Web Administrator: See Susan Stevens if any problem or want member site. 

Motion to Adjourn Jo Anne Nielsen and 2nd by Sharon Clawson 

September 16, 2015 General Meeting Notes

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Published: Wed. Oct 7, 2015

Omaha Artists, Inc. general meeting was held at Westside Community Center on Wed. Sept. 16th, 2015. 

Called to order by President Katrina Swanson.

New member Pam Gabriel welcomed.

Treasurer Report by Jo Anne Nielsen of $6971.41.

ANAC: Per Jo Anne Nielsen conference will be June 8-11, in McCook NE. “Go to the Art Hot Spot”.

Art Shows: Sharon Clawson advised of next show at Esprit, 178th and Maple.

Art Bridge: Carol Coppi reports loss of volunteers replaced by Linda Hatfield, Linda Bernett and Linda Leary. Example board of past work in classes brought to review. The Art Bridge program teaches art classes as part of the ESL- English as Second Language OPS programs for refugees of Burma, Bhutan, Somalia, and Sudan. This is 13th year and presently has over 60 students, splitting into 2 lessons of 30.

Art Reach: Kristina Swanson reported for Sara Wamsat, and advises that the program provides art supplies to the Children’s Lied Transplant Center. Gathered at the November Fun Shop/Pot Luck Meeting.

Courtesy: Dorothy Tuma advised to check newsletter for cards sent. Memorials were provided to the family of Lisa Lathrop, and Joslyn Museum in remembrance of Pat Hanson and Helen Patany.

Fun Shop: Katie Johnson states September Fun Shop was tissue paper collage with Lucy Hartman. October 21, will be Linda Bernett with Alcohol Inks with Zentangle Twist.

Hostesses: See newsletter for menu choices. Let Carol McCall know if any special diets requests needed.

Newsletter: Linda Bernett notes that deadline to submit articles is Friday, September 25th.

Programs: Per Dori Settles the October program will be Kim Hawkes with pottery. The presenter at todays September luncheon is Kathy Byrnes from Canvas and Cabernet, a venue for classes of paint and sip.

Publicity: Postcards will be available for at registration of our next show per Sharon Clawson.

Website: Susan Stevens advises open for suggestions to improve website.

Vice President: Katrina Swanson reported that rosters should be mailed out next month.

Other Announcements: Katrina Swanson has show at Artists Cooperative Gallery, opening Friday Oct.2 along with Dar Van de Vort and Doyle Howith. 

Motion to adjourn Pat Lontor and 2nd by Katie Johnson .

April 22, 2015 Board Meeting Minutes

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Published: Tue. May 12, 2015

Call to order and welcome to new members : President Katrina Swanson

Treasurers Report: Jo Anne Nielsen advised balance of $5917.89.

ANAC: Jo Anne Nielsen reports that 23 pieces chosen to go to the State conference in Columbus, NE., June 10-13, 2015. Selection listed in the newsletter. Sara Wamsat announced classes to be held: Karen Thurlow- mixed media, Karen Keller,-watercolour, Tearee Caswell- fabric portrait, and wet felting. Kalle Wamsat– Boho Totem, Lisa Over- pastel, Deb Groesser limited palette oil, plein air. Deb Miller– copper enameling, and Gary Snap-welder/plasma.

Art Show: Katrina Swanson, advised pick up from the Hot Shops is April 26, 1-3pm. Contact Sharon Clawson if you need an earlier pick up date.

Community Art Bridge: Carol Coppi reports that April was a oil pastel, watercolor resist with Barba-ra Mitchell. The last session for the season will be with Marlene Dabney, pastel paper flowers.

Courtesy: Dorothy Tuma let us know she sent out 8 cards. See newsletter for additional info.

Fun Shop: Lavonne Tripp thanked Lynde George, recipient of the Opal Parmenter Fellowship teaching collage class. Group table pieces were auctioned off, starting at 25 cents. May will be by Becky Kinloch with markers and colored pencils. This is the last Fun Shop of the year.

Hostesses: Carol McCall announced the May 27th luncheon will be at Westside, reservation deadline will be the prior week. June 17th will be a combination pot luck and garage sale at Cooper Farms.

Membership: Four new members, see newsletter for their information. Renewals can be made online. Any problems with site contact Susan Stevens.

Newsletter: Article deadline Friday April 24th per Linda Bernett.

Website: Susan Stevens requests to use online membership feature. Members wanting a personal gallery page, go to member section, my gallery, and link to request website.

New Business: Committee formed to review OAI By-laws, to be listed in newsletter for voting in May.

Old Business: At May meeting will vote on new officers for the 2015-2016 club year, President- Katrina Swanson, Susan Stevens-Vice President, Jo Anne Nielsen-Treasurer, and Linda Bernett-Secretary.

Member Announcements: Dick Blicks Mothers Day Art Show enter before May 2nd. Hot Shops open house Saturday and Sunday, May 2-3rd. See work by Pat Lontor 3rd floor hallway. Katrina Swanson show at Hot Shops, with reception Friday night, May 1. “Pinot and Paint” workshop 7pm-9pm, May 20th at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery.

Motion to adjourn: Jo Anne Nielsen Second, Pat Lontor