Monday, December 30, 2013

UPCOMING ILLUSTRATION WORKSHOP AT WILLOWBRUSH STUDIO + GALLERY
Rachel Wimpey is hosting an illustration workshop this weekend January 3rd through 4th at the Willowbrush with artist and illustrator Jim Hutchinson. Jim has had 20+ years experience as a professional artist and illustrator and is an amazing teacher. He will be demonstrating various illustration techniques, as well as help each student develop their own personal illustration style. This workshop if for the experienced and non-experienced illustrator. More information and pictures from the last class can be found at http://www.willowbrush.com/illustration-workshop-with-jim-hutchinson and also at http://www.willowbrush.com/about-us/upcoming-events/. Please contact Rachel Wimpey if you have any questions. Rachel would love for some of the Alpha Rho tau members to have the opportunity to participate. Rachel's contact information is Rachel Wimpey, Owner, Willowbrush Studio + gallery @ 918.301.2718

Sunday, December 8, 2013

Holiday Party Rescheduled To December 19th

Happy Holidays

Jacque has rescheduled our Holiday Party for Thursday December 19th at 11:00 to 1 pm at Furrs Restaurant at the Farm Shopping Center 51st and Sheridan.  A second chance for Those of you who were not able to come on a Saturday( RSVP to Jacque Gonzales).  Hope to see you there.

Mary Oswald

Friday, December 6, 2013

Holiday Party Postponed - New Date to be Announced

Happy Holidays All!

I spoke to Jacque Gonzales, who is managing this Years Holiday Party, this morning  and offered to help pass along the word that our Holiday Party will be postponed due to the inclement weather.  She will reschedule and pass along updates.

Stay warm!  See you Soon

Mary Oswald

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Coones Gift Dedication Rescheduled to December 12

Due to the potential for hazardous weather this week Northestern State University at Broken Arrow has rescheduled the dedication of Richard's gift to the University.

The dedication of Richard Coones gift of his series of paintings has been rescheduled to Thursday December 12, 2013 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm on the second floor of the Science Building at their campus at 3100 East New Orleans Street, Broken Arrow, OK.


Monday, November 25, 2013

Volunteers Needed - Alpha Rho Tau Promotional Event December 6

Alpha Rho Tau has secured a table at Hardesty Art Center, 101 E. Archer Street, Tulsa, on Friday, December 6, from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm.  The purpose of this event for A.R.T. is to promote our civic art club and educate interested persons about what we do and who we are.

This event will take place during the monthly “First Friday Art Crawl” in the Brady District, downtown Tulsa.

Thanks to Mike Walker and Ken Brown for securing this opportunity for A. R. T.

Volunteers are needed for four shifts, 2 hours each.  We need two volunteers for each shift to man the table and handout brochures.  Shift times are:


1 - 3 pm - Norman has already volunteered for this shift, we need one more volunteer
3 - 5 pm
5 - 7 pm
7 - 9 pm

We need two volunteers for each shift to man the table and handout brochures

Please email Norman Dietert at ndietert@yahoo.com or or call Norman at 918-369-2251 for more information.

Saturday, November 23, 2013

A.R.T. Special Announcement--Nancy Swindler---Message from Incoming A.R.T. President Norman Dietart

Dear Friends and Members of Alpha Rho Tau, Incoming A.R.T. President Norman Dietart would like to make the following announcement:

It is with deep regret and much sorrow that we must tell you that Nancy Swindler, a great woman, artist, and friend to Alpha Rho Tau, passed away this week.

While we do not know many of the details at this moment, we want to make the announcement of Nancy Swindler's funeral services for those of you who would would like to pay your respects.

Nancy Swindler's services will be held Tuesday, November 26 , 2 p.m. at Moore's Southlawn Chapel 9350 E 51st St, Tulsa, Oklahoma (OK) 74145 phone: (918) 663-2233.

(Moore's Southlawn Chapel is between Memorial and Mingo (closer to Mingo-- the cemetery is near Memorial and the Funeral Home for Services is right next to cemetery, closer to the Mingo side)

A Request from Nancy Swindler's Family
"This was Nancy's request.

Please send contributions to:

     Tuesday Morning Miracle Workers Fund
     c/o Tulsa Community Foundation
     7030 S. Yale, Ste. 600
     Tulsa, OK  74136

This is an endowment fund that my parents, Nancy and Jimmie Swindler set up for
my dad's Habitat for Humanity work group so that their group's work will continue to benefit Habitat for Humanity for years to come. We appreciate any contributions that people may make. Thank you."

Vickie Swindler Sanborn

Monday, November 18, 2013

Richard Coones Art Dedication - December, 5 (rescheduled to December 12)

*** Attention ***

This event has been rescheduled to Thursday December 12 due to possible hazardous weather that may impact Tulsa December 5 and 6th.


Congratulations Richard Coones!  Richard has gifted Northestern State University at Broken Arrow with his series of paintings entitled "The First Chapter".

The University is hosting a dedication of his gift December 5, 2013 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm on the second floor of the Science Building at their campus at 3100 East New Orleans Street, Broken Arrow, OK.

Please join Richard in attending the dedication ceremony and viewing his generous gift.



Saturday, November 9, 2013

2013 Alpha Rho Tau Scholarship Awards


Our $1000.00 Alpha Rho Tau scholarship award winners for 2013 are Amy Jo Wheeler (Tulsa Community College) and Hannah Scarlett Cook (Rogers State University).  Congratulations and Best Wishes Amy and Hannah!!!

We are very grateful to Nancy Swindler for her matching gift, which made doubling our usual award possible.

Both recipients attended the reception at our Annual Member's Art Show November 7, 2013 at the Tulsa Community College Southeast Campus Art Gallery. Their award certificate, scholarship check and Alpha Rho Tau membership were presented by Scholarship Chair Janie Crean and President Vinicio Perez.



Friday, October 18, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter, October 2013


Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter
October 2013

Monday, October 21   6:30 pm, Hardesty Library,  Frossard Auditorium

Special Guest Speaker
 
Oct. 21, 2013……..     Chris Wehner: “The Photographic Inspiration of Art”
Grand Prize Winner of Canon’s Nationwide contest “Project Imagin8ion” with Ron Howard, photographer Chris Wehner shares his unique experience of winning this award and traveling with Ron Howard to walk the “red carpet” at all the film premiers in Hollywood, New York and across the country.  He will talk on turning a photo into a piece of art that can inspire and move you.  Using HDR photography, Chris captured mood and emotion which inspired Ron Howard and his daughter Bryce Dallas Howard to write and produce the 25 minute short film “When You Find Me,” which Chris will also bring to show at this meeting.
      From: Broken Arrow, OK    http://www.cwimaging.com
 
October Helpers:
 “Cookie Angels”  Mary Maslanka, Jean Kelley, Brigid Giddens and Donna Powell.
 Please bring 3 dozen sweets (brownies, mini muffins, cookies, or any treat of your choice).
“Table Decorator”  Mary Maslanka.

A.R.T. SHOWS
Member Carla Hefley has a show at The Canebrake in Wagoner for the entire month of October.
For more information contact Carla at 918-625-8637 or email her at ebby43@aol.com.  Good luck Carla!

UTICA SQUARE ART SHOW---What a great new place we had to show, we need to give credit where credit is due.  Jacque Gonzales, Advisor in A.R.T. had a large part in securing the new area for our group.  Janette Head said months ago that when she wanted to change our location at Utica, Jacque Gonzales was the only one who encouraged her to follow her instinct since she was the new exhbitis chairman.  Then of course, it took having a connection to get a premuim spot, that's where  Current A.R.T. President Vinicio Perez came in and helped get us an assigned spot in the center of things, and under an awning...So it is with great thanks and gratitude to Jaque Gonzales and Vinicio Perez for forever changing the area in which A.R.T. can now show at Utica.  We received many responses back from people who said it was good not to have to be near a back alley, and get their paintings wet because there was no covering....So, everyone, plan to get your art work ready for next year! We have an awning and a space in a central location near everything, and a lot of traffic to bring you a lot of buyers!
 
8th Annual Member's Art Show   November 5 - 23, 2013    This will be JUDGED.
Tulsa Community College Southeast Campus Art Gallery, located in the
Student Union Building,
10300 E. 81st St. (81st St. & Hwy 169)
Tulsa, OK
Entry Deadline: October 21

Deliver Artwork: November  4,   10:00 AM-12:00 noon
             
Hang Artwork:  November 4

Exhibit Opens:  November 5

Artist's Reception:  November 7,  6:30 PM -8:00 PM

Exhibit Ends:  November 23

Pickup Artwork:  November 25,  10:00 AM- 12:00 Noon

MEME Gallery Opportunities in November

Karin Cermak passed along the following information from MEME Gallery.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS!!!
@
MEME GALLERY-TULSA


100 for $100
November 8-10, 2013


Artists from anywhere are encouraged to participate in this event.  Bring any work of art you would like to sell at MEME Gallery for $100 each.  The commission split will be 65/35.  Any medium is acceptable, including sculpture!  Please pass this along to all of your artists friends and art supporting organizations!  Artwork delivery dates: 11/5 & 6, 2013!!


We will hold a wine reception for this on Friday evening, 11/8/2013, 6-9pm.  We ask that participating artists attend the wine reception.

 
Artists' Clearance Sale and Materials Swap
November 22-24, 2013


Part One:  Artists are encouraged to set up a table in the gallery, in our back alley, on our front sidewalk and sell their work!  (BYOT-Bring Your Own Table!)  This Clearance Sale is not necessarily for new work, but for pieces you find lingering about that need a home!  The commission split on this will be 65/35. 
You price all the work for the sale; the gallery handles the transactions!
WE WANT TO ENCOURAGE ARTISTS TO DO DEMONSTRATIONS OF TECHNIQUES AT THIS EVENT!!

Part Two: A materials swap among artists who participate!  Many artists have materials laying around or in storage that are no longer used!  Remember that new medium/technique you tried that didn't go in the direction you had planned-where's all that stuff!?  Maybe someone else can use it; maybe someone else has something you use on a regular basis, or a color of paint, or a specific brush or a brand of...well anything?  Any artists' materials--BRING THEM!  And swap your materials with another artist.  Materials will not be sold, only swapped.

Artists' set up-11/22/2013, 9am & 11am-if you are unable to be at your table for the duration, please ask someone else you know to be on hand.

**Artists should RSVP to participate in the Artists’ Clearance Sale by November 8th!!

MEME GALLERY TULSA
2022 East 11th Street
Tulsa, OK 74104
info@memegallerytulsa.com
918.906.7128 or 918.760.0023





--
Lanette Clark
MEME Gallery Tulsa
CB3 Art and Design Group

Friday, October 4, 2013

Proposed Bylaws Repost

 CLICK HERE FOR DRAFT OF PROPOSED BYLAWS

Please click on the above link to review the proposed new bylaws prior to our next meeting.  The original post was on September 10, 2013 but some members have had difficulty finding the link after subsequent posts.

At least once in five(5) years a committee is set to determine whether our Bylaws are in good standing and a sound working document to fit the needs of our organization. A committee was appointed by President Perez, at the August Board meeting, headed by Carol Mulcare and Karin Cermac, with 5 members;  Dolores Creekmore, Byrene Culver, Norman Dietert, Charlene Pennington, & Mary Oswald.  The Committee met, revised and rewrote the document. Additions, changes and corrections were approved by President Perez, before the proposed document was again approved by the board at our meeting September 3, and final changes made.

Consideration of the Bylaws was deferred at the September 16th general meeting.  New Bylaws will go into effect when, after being approved by the membership, they are placed into the written record, by the Secretary.

Attached is your on-line opportunity to look over our New Bylaws before the next general meeting, and the vote.

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Email Art Scam Alert

The information in this post was provided by Alpha Rho Tau member Karin Cermak who received the information listed below from the Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition.  Karin has also shared that she was also the recipient of one of these contacts but that fortunately her instincts told her that something was fishy about the proposed transaction.

Hello Artists,

We want to bring to your attention an art scam that is currently circulating in the hopes that no one will fall prey to the scammers.

The Scam:
An email claiming to be from Sarah Cammarata from North Lima, Ohio is sent requesting to buy a piece of your artwork. After hearing back from you, they send a reply stating she would like to purchase it via a check.  Reports have stated that the check is fake and written for too much. Artists are then supposed to return the balance. They will lose that money, plus never be able to cash the original check.

Note:
There may be accurate information in the email making it appear legitimate. The scammers seem to be gathering information on artwork through artist websites and possibly the OVAC Virtual Gallery.

Be cautious:
Many wonderful art opportunities and commissions stem from initial web searches and we receive numerous thank you’s for the resource the Virtual Gallery provides. However, if a scenario sounds too good to be true, feels suspicious or if there is pressure to complete the transaction quickly, chances are it may be a scam.

We appreciate you passing along this information to any arts contacts you have as well.

Thank you and keep creating great work!

Kerry M. Azzarello
Operations Manager
Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition

office@ovac-ok.org
405-879-2400

Information about a variety of similar scams can be found at http://artscams.com/artscams.html

Thursday, September 26, 2013

2014 Alpha Rho Tau Dues

The days are beginning to get shorter and the weather is getting a bit cooler.  It won't be long before we get into the holiday season.

Give yourself a break from the rush of the season and a Christmas present and pay your ART dues ($25.00) now. Yes, we are accepting payment.  Mail your payment to Byrene Culver.

Attached is a handy form to use when you make your payment. Please fill it out completely so we can:

  1. verify your members information and 
  2. we will know the areas where you would like to serve Alpha Rho Tau. 
By way of reminder, our next meeting is at 6:30 PM, Monday night, October 21st, at the Hardesty Library.  Bring a friend.

Happy painting!


2014 Alpha Rho Tau Dues and Information Request Form

Monday, September 16, 2013

6 x 6 ON ROUTE 66 SHOW & SALE

Karin S. Cermak is one of the 25 artists taking part with her painting at the MEME Gallery “6 x 6” ON ROUTE 66 SHOW & SALE”.

The paintings are displayed on www.memegallerytulsa.com.  Purchases can be made by phone (918) 906-7128 or by e-mail: info@memegallerytulsa.com or visiting the Gallery by person. The sale is benefiting John 3:16 Mission.

 MEME GALLERY
              2022 EAST 11st Street, Tulsa, OK 74104               
presents
   “6 x 6 ON ROUTE 66 SHOW & SALE”
Featuring Route 66 inspired Artwork and Jewelry!
    From September 12 to October 4, 2013
             Mon to Fri 11:30 to 6:00 p.m.
Each 6” x 6” work of art available for only $132.00!
      BENEFITING St. JOHN 3:16 MISSION

Sunday, September 15, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter, September 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter
September 2013


Monday, September 16   6:30 pm, Hardesty Library,  Frossard Auditorium


Special Guest Speaker

Sept. 16, 2013.…..   Michael Davis: “Basics about Fused Glass”
                        Michael has discovered ways of working in fused glass and has received several awards for his fused glass works. He will present a basic history of fused glass as well as a description of techniques involved in fusing and shaping glass. He will do a slide presentation and also live demonstration of how easy this medium is to work with. His pieces are amazing and breathtaking and Michael is represented in several galleries in the U.S. https://themastersart.squarespace.com  http://www.willowbrush.com/Michael_Davis.php
From:  Tulsa, OK

September Helpers:
 “Cookie Angels”  Joanne Greene, Anna Mae Cameron, Sheila Parr, and Deborah Kingsbury. 
 Please bring 3 dozen sweets (brownies, mini muffins, cookies, or any treat of your choice).
“Table Decorator”  Robin Hutchings.


A.R.T. SHOWS
OCTOBER 5   (Saturday)  UTICA SQUARE SHOW
DEADLINE FOR ENTRY IS MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 AT OUR SEPT. MEETING
Info & entry forms available online http://www.alpharhotau.com/ and at the August 19 meeting.
If you have any questions about this art show, please contact Exhibits Chairman, Janette Head directly at jhead65@cox.net


8th Annual Member's Art Show   November 5 - 23, 2013    This will be JUDGED.
Tulsa Community College Southeast Campus Art Gallery, located in the
Student Union Building,
10300 E. 81st St. (81st St. & Hwy 169)
Tulsa, OK
Entry Deadline:
October 21
Deliver Artwork:
November 4
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Hang Artwork
November 4
Exhibit Opens:
November 5
Artist's Reception:
November 7
6:30 - 8:00 PM
Exhibit Ends:
November 23
Pickup Artwork:
November 25
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon




CHEER
Please REMEMBER the family of our former Alpha Rho Tau Member DEBBIE BRUNER who passed away recently. We will miss her.

Please contact Jacque Gonzales at Ziegler’s, 918-584-2217 or via email: Ziegler@zieglarart.com with news of any member who is ill, having surgery, or has experienced a loss.  She will send out a card from Alpha Rho Tau.  Thanks.


RAFFLE  
We are in need of items to raffle off at the meetings. Please give them to Jacque Gonzales at the meeting, she will frame any items, free of charge, to get ready for the raffle.


MEMBERSHIPS /  DUES
The treasurer would like to remind everyone that it is time to Pay your dues for  A.R.T. memberships for 2013. Memberships are $25.00 for the year. If you have not already done so, you may renew your membership at the general meetings, or you may download your application from www.alpharhotau.com and mail your renewal to our new treasurer:

Byrene Culver
8006 S. 75th E. Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74133


NEW  OFFICER  AND  LEADERSHIP  POSITIONS  OPEN for 2014       
Alpha Rho Tau needs volunteers for several leadership positions.  These are NON-PAID positions.
If you are interested in nominating yourself or someone else you think would make a good President, Vice President, Newsletter, Publicity, or other Key Positions in Alpha Rho Tau, please give their name to Jacque Gonzales.  You may also select your interest in positions on the Dues Form located at the general meeting.

 A Nomination Committee has been formed to select new leaders, and any one of you may be receiving a call about leadership if your name has been suggested. The Nomination Committee consists of Jacque Gonzales, Shelly De Priest, and Mary Oswald.


SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship applications are now available online at www.alpharhotau.com or at your local college for any local college students majoring in fine arts. Deadline is October 15 and for Art Majors only!


By-Laws
 The Proposed Final By-Law Document  will be presented at the September 16 general meeting for approval of the members and is posted online at www.alpharhotau.com. If you would like to review it.  The New By-Laws will go into effect after the Final draft is approved by members.


NORTHEASTERN  STATE  UNIVERSITY  SHOW  WINNERS  LIST
Congratulations to all of you who won …and thank you to all of you who entered !     

Oil
First :   Molly Erkenbrack
Sec:     Kathy Soliday
third:   Carol Mullen
Hon Men.: Shelly Depriest

Acrylic
First: Sonia Sniderman
Sec.: Glenda Maxey
Third: Sonia Sniderman
Hon Men: Glenda Maxey

Watercolor
First: Benita Brewer
Sec.: Benita Brewer
Third: Nancy Sniderman
Hon Men: Carol Mullen

Mixed
First: Nancy Swindler

Pencil, Colored Pencil, Charcoal, Pastel
                        First: Mary Maslanka
                        Sec: Dewey Wilson
                        Third: Dewey Wilson
                        Hon Men: Mary Maslanka

Computer Painting, Photography
                        First Richard Coones
                        Second: Richard Coones
                        Third: Richard Coones

BEST OF SHOW:  Molly Erkenbrack



DID YOU KNOW  ?   
You can have your artistic creations and images captured professionally in several places and reproduced in many ways.

If you would like to be able to make a professional portfolio like our August Speaker and Willowbrush Gallery Owner  Rachel  Wimpey was talking about….
(Having your art in a professional portfolio in proofs and/or CD’s to submit to a gallery)

You can reproduce your artwork and artistic creations for others to enjoy, whether it’s by creating Giclees’ (copies of your original art), magnets, postcards, coffee mugs, mouse pads, aprons, bags, plaques, coasters, cutting boards, and even lamp shades…..along with a host of other options available.

There are several places around town that can capture and reproduce your images for your portfolio, however, you want to make sure it is done with QUALITY, and INK that will last. Sometimes you may find a place that is cheaper, but it may use a lower quality ink, paper, or product and not provide long lasting, vivid color you are hoping for.

Just think about it….Christmas is coming and professional portfolios are needed…..

Maybe you can recreate your art work and make some nice Christmas presents for your family, neighbors, co-workers, or friends…

Several of our Alpha Rho Tau Members go to one particular favorite here in Tulsa.

Here’s the name of one Great Place to have that done…and they are Alpha Rho Tau Members Also:

Jan and Dewey Douglas
IN Graphic Detail
918-665-2947
Email:   ingraphicdetail@cox.net 
By appointment only...

Call or contact them via email, they can send you a great brochure of all the products they have available to make for you.

They have an amazing printing facility and updated state of the art equipment to help you create your professional portfolios and reproduce your art.

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

PROPOSED FINAL BYLAW DOCUMENT


At least once in five(5) years a committee is set to determine whether our Bylaws are in good standing and a sound working document to fit the needs of our organization. A committee was appointed by President Perez, at the August Board meeting, headed by Carol Mulcare and Karin Cermac, with 5 members;  Dolores Creekmore, Byrene Culver, Norman Dietert, Charlene Pennington, & Mary Oswald.  The Committee met, revised and rewrote the document. Additions, changes and corrections were approved by President Perez, before the proposed document was again approved by the board at our meeting September 3, and final changes made.

We plan to present the Bylaws in FINAL form at the September 16th general meeting.  New Bylaws will go into effect when, after being approved by the membership, they are placed into the written record, by the Secretary.

Attached is your on-line opportunity to look over our New Bylaws before the meeting, and the vote.

MO

Draft of Proposed Bylaws

Thursday, September 5, 2013

8th Annual Member's Art Show

 Our 8th Annual Member's Art Show will be held at TCC November 5 - 23, 2013.

Please review the TCC information sheet and complete the entry form and send to Byrene Culver, 8006 S. 75th E. Ave, Tulsa, 74133, along with your entry fee in order for Byrene to have them in hand no later than October 21th.  Click on the link below to open and print.


2013 Alpha Rho Tau TCC Fall Show Information Sheet

2013 Alpha Rho Tau TCC Fall Show Entry Form

Or, you may bring completed entry form and fees to one of our monthly ART meeting before the October 21st deadline.


Friday, August 30, 2013

New Gallery Additions

Greg Motto has shared five new photographs for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.  Please use the subject "ART Gallery" to make these easier to spot!

For more information on posting your art in our gallery see: Posting Photos Link

The Orange Roofs


In Memory


Ascendant


Banking on Spring


First Methodist Tulsa

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Art Scholarships - 2013

ALPHA RHO TAU

Civic Art Association of Tulsa
Scholarship Committee

We are delighted to advise you that Alpha Rho Tau will again be awarding Scholarships in 2013! We have attained the $1,000.00 goal for two $500.00 scholarships.

The purpose of Alpha Rho Tau Art Scholarships is to provide financial assistance to deserving students who show promise of developing talents in the field of art and making future contributions to the art world. Students must demonstrate a need for financial assistance to be considered for scholarship awards.




Friday, August 16, 2013

Art In The Square - 2013

Art in the Square, Utica Square, will be Saturday, October 5, 1213 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.

ENTRY FORM and Fee Due at Sept. 16 meeting

Click here for Entry Form

Click here for Information Sheet and Time Line

Due to increased membership and limited size of display area, you may enter three paintings for a non-refundable flat fee of $10, but may display less than three, if we don’t have sufficient hanging space.  All mediums artwork will need to be limited to a 16 X 20 total size  or less, including frame.  Watercolor should fit within that frame total size also, and have Plexiglas instead of glass, for safety.  Gallery ready is critical for hanging the art onto our grids.

Each artist will be expected to volunteer one or two hours at the Utica Square show.  A show work schedule will be handed out at the September meeting.

Please label each piece of artwork on the back with the Title, Medium, Price, Artist’s Name and Contact Information.

TIME LINE
Monday, August 19Entry forms available
Monday, Sept. 16Deadline for entries (no changes after this date)
Monday, Sept. 16Work schedule sign-up sheet available
Saturday, Oct. 5Art work delivered: 8:30 am to 9:30 am
Saturday, Oct. 5Show is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, Oct. 5Pickup art work: 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter, August 2013

Click here for the August 2013 Newsletter in order to view the format and pictures included in the original.

Unformatted text of our newsletter is shown below.


Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter
August 2013

Monday, August 19    6:30 pm, Hardesty Library, Frossard Auditorium

Special Guest Speaker
Rachel Wimpey: “The Importance of a Good Drawing”
Owner of Tulsa’s newest Fine Art Gallery, Willowbrush Studio/Gallery; Rachel has exhibited her work in multiple museums, including Gilcrease Museum as the youngest artist invited for the 2011 Collector's Reserve show and sale. A dynamic speaker and teacher, Rachel continues to share her art in workshops and classes for all ages, beginners to advanced, at her Willowbrush Art Studio +Gallery in Tulsa, which represents over twenty U.S. and International artists. Rachel knows the importance of a good drawing and will do a demonstration with a live model, and share tips on gallery representation.
From:  Tulsa, OK       http://www.willowbrush.com

August Helpers:
 “Cookie Angels”  Fernanda Thompson, Hannelore Ramanayake, Janie Crean, Jan Heffner. 
 Please bring 3 dozen sweets (brownies, mini muffins, cookies, or any treat of your choice).
“Table Decorator”  Janie Crean.

A.R.T. SHOWS

AUG 6-29 NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIVERSITY SHOW,    August 30 –pick up art work
OCTOBER 5   (Saturday) 

UTICA SQUARE SHOW,  Info & entry forms available online http://www.alpharhotau.com/ and at Aug. 19 meeting
If you have any questions about this art show, please contact Exhibits Chairman Janette Head at jhead65@cox.net.
Your original Art work can be displayed for sale to the general public.

NOVEMBER 5-23   TCC SHOW—Show to be judged
November 4 drop off art work
Nov 7 Artist Reception 6:30 -8pm
Nov 25 pickup art work 10-12

CHEER
Please contact Jacque Gonzales at Ziegler’s, 918-584-2217 or via email: Ziegler@zieglarart.com with news of any member who is ill, having surgery, or has experienced a loss.  She will send out a card from Alpha Rho Tau.  Thanks.

CREATE  YOUR  ARTIST  WEBSITE  FREE
Want to sell your art? Make your artist website for FREE...It really is easy and everyone can do it if you have a computer. If you are an artist and you want to create a website, you don't need to spend a lot of money! In fact, there are several sites that are FREE and very EASY to use. Here's one for you to check out...they offer a paid  monthly subscription for a low cost but they also have a free website you can put together if you have a small portfolio to put on there and of course you can start out with it and always upgrade to a paid package for like 7 dollars a month or more depending on your needs.  www.faso.com/free

Art Marketing Ideas and Straight Talk about Selling Art, Marketing, Inspiration & Fine Living and be informed about monthly art competitions that earn $$$. Expand your artistic information with FREE Daily Art Marketing Newsletters written by professional artists, gallery owners, and art professionals.  They send you a new article every week and they have a ton of resource articles for you to read about ANYTHING related to art!  They also hold MONTHLY art contests giving away over $ 12,000 per month.  I’ve been receiving these newsletters for quite some time and I am pleased with their credibility and accuracy on issues. http://faso.com/artist-websites    and     http://faso.com/art-marketing-newsletter/.

ART CONTESTS
http://faso.com/boldbrush  Judged competition held every month, prizes awarded can be up to $12,500.

Friday, July 12, 2013

Reminder - July 15 Deadline for Northeastern University Show

SHOW Entries are due on Monday, July 15. 

Attached are the forms you need to complete for entering your artwork for exhibition in the Northeastern U. Show.

Click on this link for complete Show Information with directions, show guidelines and timeline.

Click on this link for the Entry Form to print and complete.  Entry deadline is July 15th.

We will NOT have many forms available on Monday, so please PRINT your own forms, have them filled out, and bring them with you to the meeting OR
mail prior to the meeting, they must be postmarked on or by July 15 in order to be entered for the show.

****(You may want to print yourself two copies or make a copy of your entry form for your records and to make sure it matches the card with all your information on the back of your painting).

We have two guest speakers on Monday, so it will help if you have your forms already ready to turn in so we don't disrupt the speakers.

Please PRINT and return completed Entry Form, Release of Liability, and your $10 fee PER ENTRY.....
via postal mail (must be postmarked on or before July 15) to Byrene Culver, 8006  S. 75th East Avenue, Tulsa, OK  74133.
or you can turn them in to Byrene Culver, Treasurer, at the Hardesty Library on Monday, July 15.

****PLEASE NOTE
 *Due to some problems with entries at our last show, please read the critical information carefully and submit your entries accordingly. No changes can be made to the entries once turned in; no substitutions for other art work or change of names. All entries must be carefully submitted, with all information printed clearly and no changes can be made after turned in.  You cannot submit an entry for one painting and title it ORANGES, and then bring in another painting of birds or apples and want to change the title.

Once your entry forms are received, they then go to be recorded down, then all information sent to someone who creates the labels for your piece.  This is a two week process, so last minute changes or entries cannot be accomodated.

CRITICAL INFORMATION
YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFO ON THE BACK OF YOUR PIECE OF ART
(this is the same information you put on your entry form, but it must also be written on the back of your painting. or have a card attached to it with the information on it.

1. TITLE OF ART PIECE
2. MEDIUM
3. PRICE
4. ARTIST'S NAME (YOU)
5. YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION PHONE/EMAIL SO PEOPLE CAN CALL YOU TO BUY YOUR PIECE

We hope you have a great show!  Here's the itnerary below.

Northeastern University (Broken Arrow) August 6 - 29, 2013 Administrative Service Building3100 E. New Orleans (101st Street) Broken Arrow, OK


Entry Deadline:July 15
Deliver Artwork:August 510:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Hang ArtworkAugust 5
Exhibit Opens:August 6
Artist's Reception:August 86:30 - 8:00 PM
Exhibit Ends:August 29
Pickup Artwork:August 3010:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter July, 2013


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Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter

  July 2013


Happy July 4th!  A day to give thanks for our independence!   “Thank You” to all the men and women who have served our country, it is because of them that we have our freedoms and can grow stronger as a country and we are grateful.
 It’s also a good time to reflect and say “Thank You” to all the men and women who have volunteered to serve in leadership positions in any capacity in our Tulsa A.R.T. throughout its 82 years of existence. Without you, this club would not be possible.  It takes a lot of volunteers to make a meeting work: hospitality, membership, treasurer, exhibits, phone callers, people who do the work of setting up and tearing down the meeting room every month…and we are grateful to all of you for your hard work and dedication which makes this club what it is.  We hope and expect that each year will be better than the previous and we can grow with the changing trends of our society, while holding on to the traditions that make our foundation strong!
 I’ve given a lot of praise to our current leadership for their hard work and dedication, and teamwork is what makes the dream work!  All those who volunteer are so appreciated. Sometimes the people out in front get a lot of credit, but we all know without you, it would not work!
This year, there have been some new changes in speakers, but I want you to know that all the speakers we have had in the past are wonderful.  I do feel the need to clarify a statement I made in the last email, so no feelings will be hurt.  When I say we have “higher caliber” speakers this year, and our President and VP are working hard this year, I am not saying that any of our past speakers or volunteers were not good quality or working hard…
I am saying that We are fortunate to have some speakers coming this year that haven’t done speaking engagements before, or they are hard to get…and they are agreeing to come to A.R.T. this year due to some great networking and contacts. It’s exciting to have speakers that have never spoken at A.R.T. before, and the speakers we have coming this year have a broad range of experiences, talents and accomplishments. They have traveled internationally, worked for companies or been chosen out of thousands in the nation to be honored for their artistic creations, and we in turn honor them and their life experiences: cultural differences, and exposure to people, places, and life  which takes them out of the ordinary and places them in an extraordinary category as seasoned artists.
 The goal of our new President and Vice-President is to bring to you new speakers that can challenge your growth as an artist and give you golden nuggets that can enhance your skills and training in any medium you work in, and we hope that each year will be better than the past year….not discounting the previous years, but adding to and enhancing the foundation and hard work already done.
And, WE HOPE that next year will be better than this year and every year better than that.
Like flowers, we grow and bloom every year and this year is blooming and booming at A.R.T.
DID YOU KNOW?   Alpha Rho Tau is going social and we are on facebook now!
Facebook/ Tulsa Art Club Alpha Rho Tau

Here's A Word from A.R.T. President --Vinicio Perez and Vice-President Arielle Monks:
We invite you to our July 15th meeting at Alpha Rho Tau. JULY IS A SPECIAL MONTH……WE HAVE A DOUBLE HEADER OF SPEAKERS!  We start promptly at 6:30 and end by 8:30 pm.
Marcos COTTI,  was scheduled for May, but due to Tornados in Tulsa we had to cancel our meeting…..but  COTTI   IS COMING !!!!!  He will do a live demo of a portrait in oil ….and
Lopeeta Tawde will also be speaking and doing a live demo on Vivid watercolor. She is an amazing young artist and accomplishing lovely work at her stage in the game. You will be excited to see some of her pieces.


Kelli Folsom July Workshop

Kelli Folsom, the presenter at our April meeting, is holding a two day workshop at the Tulsa Garden Center, Carriage House.  The workshop is titled, "DRAMATIC STILL LIFE & LANDSCAPE PAINTING".  The workshop is offered through the Oklahoma Impressionist Society 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, July 25 - 26.  Tuition is $175.

Contact Kelli directly by email at kelli@kellifolsom.com to register.

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

SHOW OPENING

Several of our A.R.T. members also belong to the Green Country Watercolor Society .

They are having a show opening this Thursday, July 11th through August 2 at the Willowbrush Gallery in Tulsa (also owned by one of our A.R.T. members).  Willowbrush is located at 8545 E. 41st ST. in Tulsa.

You are all invited....if you have time, check it out, enjoy some beautiful art, have a snack while seeing your friends and meet some new members.

It's a win/win situation all the way around!   Hope you can make it!

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter June, 2013



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Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter

 June 2013 


Next Meeting: June 17th , 6:30-8:30 pm, Speaker: Byron Shen 

A.R.T. presents Abstract painter Byron Shen. An amazing painter known for his emotionally charged and moving landscapes and outstanding one of a kind works of art; former OVAC Board member, Head of Visual Arts Department and Holliman Gallery Coordinator, recipient of many awards, originally from Hong Kong, we are privileged to welcome Byron Shen with a rare speaking engagement for ART. For more artist information visit: http://byronshen.net.

**Our May Speaker, Marcus Cotti, will be rescheduled since we cancelled due to weather, and here’s an even better surprise… COTTI is opening a studio in Tulsa and holding workshops. More info later.

Everyone is welcome to bring a piece or two of your ART to show and share at our meetings! We love it!!!! (MUST BE appropriate for show, no nudes).

UPCOMING ALPHA RHO TAU SHOWS 

AUG 6-29 NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIVERSITY SHOW OCTOBER 5 UTICA SQUARE SHOW NOVEMBER 5-23 TCC SHOW More details and critical exhibit information available online at www.alpharhotau.com Entry forms available online and at next meeting on June 17. *Due to some problems with entries at our last show, please read the critical information carefully and submit your entries accordingly. No changes can be made to the entries once turned in; no substitutions for other art work or change of names. All entries must be carefully submitted, with all information printed clearly and no changes can be made after turned in.

HOSPITALITY 

June Helpers: “Table Decorator” Nancy Swindler. “Cookie Angels” Linda Monks, Hannelore Ramanayake, L. Ellen Morehouse, Nancy Swindler.

“Decorators” plan on arriving a little early (6:15), so we can set up the table for all our “Angels” . “Cookie Angels,” please remember that we need 3 dozen sweets (brownies, mini muffins, cookies, or any treat of your choice) for the meeting. THANK YOU! We appreciate everyone who signed up to help! We can’t do it without you important, very special and wonderful people!!!

CHEER 

Please contact Jacque Gonzales at Ziegler’s, 918-584-2217 or via email: Ziegler@zieglarart.com with news of any member who is ill, having surgery, or has experienced a loss. She will send out a card from Alpha Rho Tau. Thanks.

IN AND AROUND TOWN 

First Friday Art Walk 

Brady Arts District's FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK (happens every month) 6 - 9pm. 
for more info: http://www.thebradyartsdistrict.com/

Philbrook Museum 
 Second Saturdays FREE, 10 am– 4pm is FREE entry! Enjoy free Museum admission and family friendly, hands-on art-making projects on the second Saturday of each month. Presented by ONEOK, Inc. Take your family & friends free!

Looking forward to seeing you all at our JUNE 17 meeting!  BE EARLY! Lots of things to do by 6:30!

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Northeastern University Art Show

Mark your calendars now for our 2013 Northeastern University (Broken Arrow) Art Show August 6 through August 29th.  The exhibit will be judged and ribbons will be awarded.  An Artist's Reception is scheduled for the evening of August 8th.  Show information and entry forms may be accessed and printed at the bottom of this post.

Once you fill out your entry forms, you can turn them in at our next general meeting June 17 or mail them to our treasurer Byrene Culver, 8006 S. 75th E. Avenue, Tulsa, OK  74133.

Entry forms will also be available at our meeting.

Our Exhibit Chairman, Janette Head, emphasizes the following:

Critical Information

Our last exhibit had many paintings that did NOT match the entry forms. It is critical that all information must be the same on all forms: entry form, information on the back of your piece, and the title card at the exhibit.  Make sure you have accurate information posted on the back of your piece that matches your entry form.  If that information does not match, we will not display your painting and all fees are nonrefundable.

We will do everything we can to make sure all accurate information is recorded on the title cards, but we need your help making this possible.  Keep in mind these things:
  1. your price should include the price of your frame, 
  2. all information should be printed in English, 
  3. if you sign your painting with a nick-name, that name and a last name, should be listed as the artist on all forms, and 
  4. make a copy of your painting’s titles and prices that you have turned in on your entry form so you can be sure you are putting the same information on the back as you did on the entry form.
We hope these hints will help you prepare for our next exhibit at Northeastern University.  However, keep in mind that after the deadline of July 15th, THERE WILL BE NO CHANGES OR SUBSITUTIONS.

Thank you for your cooperation.


Click on this link for complete Show Information with directions, show guidelines and timeline.

Click on this link for the Entry Form to print and complete.  Entry deadline is July 15th.

Monday, May 20, 2013

Meeting Cancelled for May, 20

Our meeting scheduled for Monday, May 20 has been cancelled due to the threat of severe weather in our area. 

Our guest speaker has been contacted and notified of the cancellation.

 The National Weather Service website for Tulsa states:

"...SIGNIFICANT SEVERE WEATHER EXPECTED THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR A FEW LONG TRACK TORNADOES...

DISCUSSION...

THUNDERSTORMS ARE EXPECTED TO DEVELOP BY MID AFTERNOON ACROSS PORTIONS OF NORTHEAST OKLAHOMA...WEST OF HIGHWAY 75. THESE THUNDERSTORMS WILL RAPIDLY BECOME SEVERE...TAKING ON SUPERCELLULAR CHARACTERISTICS. ADDITIONAL SEVERE STORMS WILL DEVELOP FURTHER SOUTH INTO EAST CENTRAL OKLAHOMA BY LATE AFTERNOON. THE ATMOSPHERE IS ALREADY VERY UNSTABLE AND ADDITIONAL SURFACE HEATING IS EXPECTED THIS AFTERNOON WITH STRENGTHENING WIND FIELDS ALOFT. GIVEN THE EXPECTED ENVIRONMENT...THE STRONGER STORMS WILL BE CAPABLE OF PRODUCING A FEW LONG TRACK VIOLENT TORNADOES...HAIL TO THE SIZE OF BASEBALLS AND WIND GUSTS AROUND 80 MPH. IN ADDITION...HEAVY RAIN AND FLASH FLOODING WILL LIKELY BECOME AN ISSUE INTO THE OVERNIGHT HOURS OVER PORTIONS OF EASTERN OKLAHOMA AND NORTHWEST ARKANSAS. THE GREATEST THREAT TONIGHT WILL BE SOUTH OF INTERSTATE 44 AND NORTH OF INTERSTATE 40. STORMS ARE EXPECTED TO REPEATEDLY MOVE ACROSS THIS AREA TONIGHT WITH 2 TO 4 INCHES OF RAIN COMMON. A FEW LOCATIONS COULD SEE UP TO 7 INCHES OF RAIN WHICH WOULD CAUSE LIFE THREATENING FLASH FLOODING."

Friday, May 10, 2013

By The Numbers ...


You might be surprised by some statistics about our Alpha Rho Tau Blog.

566 - The number of times our website has been visited in the past month.

123 - The number of page views by visitors from outside the United States.

31 - The number of times our 2013 Shows and Exhibits page was visited in the past month.

30 - The number of times our Gallery page was visited in the past month.

12 - The number of times our Membership Application page was visited in the past month!

Our all-time number of pageviews since May 2007 is 10,714!

New Gallery Additions

Bill Oswald has shared three new photographs for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.  Please use the subject "ART Gallery" to make these easier to spot!

For more information on posting your art in our gallery see: Posting Photos Link

Delicate Mood


Night Moves


Metal Teeth


Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter May, 2013


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Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter

May 2013

Feel Free to email the newsletters to your friends, family, neighbors, galleries or businesses you frequent. Let’s get the word out. Print the flyer on the speaker and hand it out at your business!


WE NEED YOUR EYES AND EARS!!  
NONE OF US CAN BE EVERYWHERE  ALL THE TIME!!!
Our new Vice-President Arielle Monks needs your help.
Have you been somewhere and seen a great artist of any medium, oil pastel photography ceramics? 
Do you know any artists that you would like to hear speak or see do a demo?
Arielle is collecting Artist’s names that may be potential speakers in the future for 2014 -2015.

We don’t all go to the same places, so your input is vital and appreciated! 
Please, keep your eyes and ears open and be on the lookout for great artists!
**Our March speaker, Todd A. Williams, came to us through our member Ida Mae’s referral from three years ago!  But it was his time to speak in March 2013!  (Thanks Ida Mae Sells!) 
***Please get the Artists’ business cards or write their contact information down, and pass it on to our Vice-President Arielle Monks at the meetings or email her at: ariellemonks@yahoo.com


HOSPITALITY  NEWS -
Thank you to all you wonderful people who help set up & tear down the tables/refreshments!
YOU  ARE  ALL  APPRECIATED  AND  WE DO  THANK YOU  FOR  ALL  YOUR  HARD  WORK!

May Helpers: 
 “Table Decorator”  Carol Mulcare.
 “Cookie Angels”  Janette Head, Joyce Knighten, Dolores Creekmore and Deborah Kingsbury.  

“Decorators” plan on arriving a little early (6:15), so we can set up the table for all our “Angels” and members. 
 “Cookie Angels,” please remember that we need 3 dozen sweets (brownies, mini muffins, cookies, or any treat of your choice) for the meeting.  THANK YOU!  We appreciate everyone who signed up to help!  We can’t do it without you important, very special and wonderful people!!!

>> Of course anyone is welcome to bring sweets anytime, even if you are not on the list!!!        >>We are a hungry crew of almost 100 members and our membership is increasing
    (details for bringing items are listed on next page under hospitality---THANKS!!!!!!)


Hey!  Everyone’s  welcome to bring a piece or two of your ART to show and share at our meetings!  We love it!!!! (MUST BE appropriate for show, no nudes).


Sunday, April 14, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter April, 2013


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A.R.T. WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBERS and a BRAND NEW LINEUP OF SPEAKERS.
What an AMAZING YEAR AHEAD!!!  Hope you come join us, spread the word, & bring a friend!

Feel Free to forward the newsletters to your friends, family, neighbors, galleries or businesses you frequent. Let’s get the word out. Print the flyer on the speaker and hand it out at your business!
P.S. Our newsletter is changing all the time with updated events!

OUR FIRST MEETING OF 2013 WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!
It was so good to SEE so many of you and meet all our new members!
Artist Todd A. Williams, Hallmark Cards and Day Spring Cards Senior Artist/Designer and United States Showcase “Master Painter of the World” spoke on “7 Keys to Unlocking a Great Painting” at our first meeting of 2013   and he was A M A Z I N G!!!
We did not want him to stop!!  And, so many of you asked about his workshops and about the possibility of traveling with Todd to Europe for a fresh plein air experience.

GUESS WHAT?  TODD IS COMING BACK TO TULSA soon, to hold a 3 day workshop!  YEAH!!!             

Sunday, April 7, 2013

New Gallery Additions

Carla Hefley has shared three new paintings for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.  Please use the subject "ART Gallery" to make these easier to spot!

For more information on posting your art in our gallery see: Posting Photos Link

A Study In Red


Sunflower 2


I Love You To Death

Carla Hefley Artwork Displayed At The Beauty Loft Salon & Spa

Artwork by Alpha Rho Tau member Carla Hefley is currently being displayed for sale at the Beauty Loft Salon & Spa at 2651 E. 21st Street, Suite #300, Tulsa, OK.


Congratulations Carla!

Karin Cermak Showing At Muskogee Art Guild Annual Judged Art Show And Sale April 6 - 13

Two works by Alpha Rho Tau member Karin Cermak are currently being honored at the Muskogee Art Guild Annual Judged Art Show And Sale from April 6 - 13.  The Show will be held at Arrowhead Mall (in the former GAP store), 501 Main Street, Muskogee OK 74401.

Karin invites all our members to the Show and the Artist Reception. The Artist Reception is on Saturday April 13th, 2013 from 2pm to 5pm.

Her award-winning artworks are “Prague Memories” which won first place in Category I – Oil or Acrylic and "Creative Mind" which won first place in Category IV – Mixed Media.  Congratulations Karin!

Saturday, April 6, 2013

New Gallery Additions

Mollie Erkenbrack has shared two new paintings for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.  Please use the subject "ART Gallery" to make these easier to spot!

For more information on posting your art in our gallery see: Posting Photos Link

Poetry


The Young Talent


New Gallery Additions

Glenda Maxey has shared two new paintings for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.  Please use the subject "ART Gallery" to make these easier to spot!

For more information on posting your art in our gallery see: Posting Photos Link

Richard


J.D.

New Gallery Additions and Member Website

Fernando Laurens has shared his artist website link and added three new paintings for our gallery.  Fernando's website is http://laurensartstudio.com/.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.  Please use the subject "ART Gallery" to make your message easier to find!

For more information on posting your art in our gallery see: Posting Photos Link

Abundance


Eyes of The Tiger


Field Worker


Monday, March 25, 2013

Member Website Added

Kathy Wood has provided a link to her personal online gallery.

Several members have previously provided links to their artist website. Our Alpha Rho Tau Member Website Links page is found in the list of pages on the left side of our main page.

Kathy's link is http://kathywoodpaintings.blogspot.com/

Contact Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with the link to your personal art website to add it to our list. Please use the subject "ART Member Link" to make your message easier to find!

New Gallery Additions

Kathy Wood has shared another new paintings for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.

For more information on posting your art in our gallery see: Posting Photos Link

Country Road

Sunday, March 24, 2013

New Gallery Additions

 Carla Hefley has shared three new paintings for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.

For more information on posting your art in our gallery see: Posting Photos Link

White Daisy


Orange Daisy


Resting Butterfly
  

Posting Your Photos On Our Gallery

Posting Photos To Our Gallery

We encourage members to post up to five photos of their artwork to the Alpha Rho Tau Gallery.  As you add additional images beyond five we will archive your older images.

Please supply the titles for your artwork!

Email your jpeg photos to Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net.  Please use the subject "ART Gallery" to make your message easier to find!

Most digital cameras save your photos as jpeg files (sometimes identified with the jpg file extension).  We can convert other photo formats to jpeg, but you save us a step if you are sending a jpeg.

As an alternative to email, you may deliver the images on a CD to either Bill or Mary Oswald at one of our meetings.

Image Guidelines and Tips:

The image should be cropped to fit the dimensions of your painting.  You may show some mat in the image but we prefer to exclude the frame.

New Gallery Additions

 Mary Oswald has shared three new paintings for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.

Wedge of Irish Light


Still Life


Learning Water

Saturday, March 23, 2013

New Gallery Additions

 Kathy Wood has shared three new paintings for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to five photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.

Little Ballerina

The Steeple

Mandolin

Sunday, March 17, 2013

2013 Program Schedule Posted

The 2013 Program Schedule has been posted and can be accessed anytime by clicking on the "2013 Programs" page listed on the left side of this page.  You may also access a PDF file to print by clicking on the following link.  Click Here!

Mark your calendar now with all the meeting dates for the year!

Please remember that our first meeting of 2013 is Monday, March 18.  See you there!

Saturday, March 16, 2013

MOREcolor 2013 Juried Fine Art Exhibition

Our members may be interested in submitting entries for the MOREcolor 2013 Juried Fine Art Exhibition.

Oklahomans for Equality will be selecting submissions for their MOREcolor 2013 Juried Fine Art Exhibition.  Details and submission guidelines are posted online at http://www.morecolorart.com/juried/.

The submission deadline for most artwork is April 30, 2013 and Notification of Selection is May 13, 2013.

June 13, 2013, 6pm to 9pm Opening Reception (free and open to the public, hors d’oeuvre, performances, cash bar).  Show runs continuously from the June 13 opening through June 16 during Equality Center hours.  The show is held at the Event Center, Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, 621 E. 4th Street, Tulsa, OK, 74120-3017 (corner of 4th and Kenosha).

Monday, March 11, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Newsletter March, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau welcomes you back! Hope you had a wonderful holiday and a wonderful year ahead!

A.R.T. WELCOMES  NEW BOARD MEMBERS and a BRAND NEW LINEUP OF SPEAKERS.
OFFICERS 2013

President:  Vinicio Perez
Vice-President and Program Chairman:  Arielle Monks
Secretary:  Richard Coones
Treasurer:  Byrene Culver

COMMITTEE  CHAIRMEN
Art Exhibits:  Janette Head
Publicity:  Linda Kay Monks
Hostess:  Ann Southard
Hospitality: Shelly DePriest, Karen Thompson
Membership and Directory: Mary Oswald, Carol Mulcare
Newsletter:  Linda Kay Monks
Website Manager: Bill Oswald
Raffle Table: Sister Eugenia Brown
Scholarship: Janie Crean
Telephone:  Cindy Crowley, Mike Walker
Historian: Karin Cermak
Cheer: Jacque Gonzales

ADVISORS
Norman Dietart, Jacque Gonzales, Carol Mulcare, Dolores Creekmore

HONORARY MEMBERS
Ethyl Boggs, Richard Coones, Jan Dougless, Dewey Dougless, Jacque Gonzales, Pat Hanley, Carol Mulcare, Cindy Parsons, Nancy Swindler

We are excited about this year and hope you will be too. Special thanks to the A.R.T. Board members of 2012 for all their time, effort, and energy they spent laying the groundwork for us. We plan to continue to build A.R.T. with the same enthusiasm and passion.

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT

2013 Alpha Rho Tau is now on facebook!
LIKE us on Facebook!  Tulsa Art Club Alpha Rho Tau
 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tulsa-Art-Club-Alpha-Rho-Tau/535787316442637?ref=hl#!/pages/Tulsa-Art-Club-Alpha-Rho-Tau/535787316442637
***Make sure you click on --LIKE US …..So you can keep informed of daily activities, chit chat and send us your images/events to promote if you are a current member of A.R.T. with your 2013 dues paid in full. 

Be informed and inform us! You have to LIKE our page to do it!

Sunday, March 10, 2013

Alpha Rho Tau Now On Facebook!

Alpha Rho Tau now has a Facebook page, in addition to this blog.  Linda Monks set up our presence on Facebook earlier this month and has already posted several items of information you may find interesting.

Check out our new Facebook page in order to answer the question "Which Alpha Rho Tau member has a painting displayed in the permanent collection at the Philbrook Museum?" Then be sure to visit the painting on your next visit to the Philbrook!

You can link to the site at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tulsa-Art-Club-Alpha-Rho-Tau/535787316442637 or by clicking on the link on the left side of this page "Visit Us On Our Facebook Page".

Facebook allows greater opportunity for interaction among our members and visitors to the site.  Activity on Facebook will help raise our visibility in the community.  Please share news about shows and exhibits in which you participate, upcoming workshops that may interest other members and other items of interest.  Facebook also allows you to post photos of your artwork directly to the site!

Friday, March 8, 2013

New Gallery Additions

Shelly DePriest has shared three new paintings for our gallery.

We encourage members to submit up to three photos of their artwork to include in the gallery.  Email Bill Oswald at m.oswald@cox.net with your photos attached or feel free to ask questions.

Watching Over


 Signs of Fall


Floating Color