Livermore Art Association
A community for those who love art
Livermore Art Association
A community for those who love art
Highlights
Note From LAA President
Well, what started out looking like an annoying short term inconvenience seems to have evolved into a whole new way of life. There is some consolation to be had in the realization that much great art has been done during epidemics. However, I confess that I would be tempted to forego the opportunity for immortality if I could just have a nice night out with a few friends.
That being said, as they say, I have to admit that this enforced hiatus has prompted me to take a step back and reconsider my past efforts, and to consider some possible new directions for the future. I wonder - how many others have had a similar experience? If you have an interesting tale to tell, you might pass it on to Norma (normawebb@comcast.net) - she's always looking for content for the Portfolio.
Whatever your reaction to these extraordinary times, I hope that you are doing well and staying well and that you manage to get through this trying situation with your creativity intact, and your enthusiasm undiminished."
Clark
LAA Election of Officers
Normally our nominations for 2021 officers would take place at our annual Potluck meeting in September. Since that meeting has been cancelled due to the virus, and it looks like the rest of our membership meeting through the end of the year will be cancelled, the Board has instructed the Nominating Committee to announce to the membership that anyone wishing to run for office please contact the nominating committee chair.
Officers to be elected are President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. If anyone is interested in any of these positions, please email Stephen Rodriguez who is the nominating chairperson, at srod1919@icloud.com or Kathleen Hill at animalartist1@comcast.net.
Please have your request for the position you wish to be nominated for back to the nominating committee by September 4.
Report on LAA Spring Art Show
By now you have heard that the LAA Board has decided to cancel the November Spring Art Show. We are all disappointed to miss such a great event that brings the community together. I want to thank everyone who entered the show in March/April. I hope you will hold on to your artworks and perhaps show them next spring. I want to thank all the people who guided me on chairing the show, especially Stephen and Diane Rodriguez, who by now can coordinate the SAS in their sleep. Thanks also to Craig Varden (publicity), Clark Streeter (city liaison), Norma Webb (program), Barbara Stanton (posters & postcards), Helen Harrison (salesroom), Allyn Saroyan (receiving), and about 60 other volunteers who do the setup and takedown and all the tasks in between. I hope to see you all again for SAS 2021!
--Christine McCall, Show chair SAS 2020.
Upcoming Events... or not...
Check the Events and For Artists pages for what we know so far.
- Paint Pleasanton - September 25-26 - submit artwork online
- PAL Fall Members' Show - may be online
- PAL Workshop with Nancy Roberts: September 12-13 CANCELLED
- PAL&LAA Potluck: September 14 CANCELLED
- LAA Gallery Jewelry & Trunk Show: September 26-27 CANCELLED
- Essential Figure Show: Oct. 15, 16, 17 18 CANCELLED
- LAA “Spring Show”: November 7 & 8 CANCELLED
Keep the Pictures Coming!
The latest portfolio was filled with great photos from LAA members. Let's keep going! Send photos and a short paragraph to news@livermoreart.org.
Special Thanks
The LAA wishes to thank the following organizations and businesses for their support of the arts.
LIVERMORE COMMISSION FOR THE ARTS
A huge thank you to the Livermore Commission for the Arts! They awarded a grant to LAA to offset expenses for the 2020 Spring Art Show at the Barn. This is a great help to counter the rising cost of our show.
Our Supporters
Our Partners In Art
