June 18, 2012 Minutes

Jackson County Arts met Monday, June 18 at 6:00 PM, at Sarah’s Enchanted Cottage. Members present were Sarah Devader, Gin Fox, Fred Appelhanz, Carol Totten, Donna Kuti, and Katie Morris.

Teasurer’s Report:

Balance as of 5/16/2012 $530.68

Cash on hand as of 6/18/12 $541.68

Old Business:

Gin and Katie gave a report on Glory Days. Two new members joined at Glory Days. Gin has a bill to turn in for supplies. Pictures will be posted on www.JacksonCountyArts.blogspot.com soon.

Fair Booth- Katie showed a sketch of her plan for the fair booth. “Crazy for the Arts”. Members volunteered to help paint sunflowers. Katie will bring supplies to Sarah’s by July 1^st. Sarah made a movement that Katie be allowed to purchase supplies (sheets and poster board) for the fair booth. Carol seconded the motion, which passed.

Fall Fest- October 13, 2012. We started brainstorming ideas for a scarecrow. Ideas brought up were another Art History scarecrow (Pollock, Dali, Picasso), an altered book scarecrow, or a famous musician. We will think about more ideas and table the discussion until a future meeting.

Barn Tour- The 2012 Jackson County Barn Tour will be held September 29^th and October 6^th.  We discussed details for the K-12 “Country Living” Art Contest. Entry forms and explanatory letters will be sent to the county schools in August.

 

Altered Books at the Library- Kids’ class July 16-19^th from 3:00-4:00. Katie could use a few helpers. Please take your Altered Book to the library to display and advertise the class.

New Business:

Logo- Katie showed a sketch and members discussed creation of a Jackson County Arts logo.

Holton Jazz Festival- We emailed the director of Holton Main Street with an offer to help with the festival. They will be in touch with more information.

Show and Tell: Carol brought miniature sculptures and pins made out of pop cans. Katie showed a finished altered book.

Program: Katie presented a short introduction to night photography and light painting.

Our next meeting will be Monday, July 16, 6:00 pm at Sarah’s.