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For general enquiries, please contact:
Loa Sprung
NWS Membership/Communications Director
Tel: 310-832-0593, Email: loa13@cox.net
National Watercolor Society Board of Directors
President
M.E. “Mike” Bailey
Email:
[visit Mike’s website]
The responsibilities of the President are many and varied. They include presiding at all meetings, approving all publication drafts, securing venues for the Annual and Members Exhibitions and welcoming the jurors of our shows. But first and foremost is the responsibility to support the directors of the board as we serve all our National Watercolor Society members in our pursuit of excellence in watercolor.
1st Vice-President (Awards)
Patricia Allen
Email:
[visit Patricia’s website]
The First Vice-President acquires the awards for the Annual Exhibition, assists the awards juror when selecting the award paintings, presents the awards at the Awards Luncheon, ship awards to winning artists unable to attend presentation, sends exhibition catalog and thank-you letters to all donors.
2nd Vice-President (Traveling Exhibit)
Karen Frey
Email:
[visit Karen’s website]
The 2nd Vice-President identifies and confirms five venues yearly for the traveling exhibit. This entails arranging the itinerary, handling administrative and logistical issues with each venue and coordinates with shipping company for the show to travel in a timely and safe manner between venues. In addition act as liaison between NWS and the regional representatives. Assist on jury and awards day.
3rd Vice-President (Catalog/Publications)
Joy Gonzalez
Email:
The 3rd Vice-President oversees printed communications to the membership (excluding Newsletter) and the public. Obtains competitive bids for printing of prospectus, invitations, catalog, membership roster… oversees the completion of these documents. Coordinates with Membership/Communications Chair to distribute and/or mail printed material to membership and public. Assist on jury and awards Day.
4th Vice-President (Publicity)
Linda Baker
Email:
[visit Linda’s website]
The 4th Vice-President is responsible for the publicity and public relations of the society. Photographs NWS events and provides articles about society events to newsletter editor, website, local newspapers and historian. Submits Annual Open Exhibition “Call for Entries” to national magazines. Oversees distribution of flyers for the Demonstration Series. Assist on jury and awards day.
Secretary
Julie Crouch
Email:
The Secretary is to be present at each board meeting to record the minutes and send them in a timely manner to all board members and regional reps. In addition, the secretary should have a copy of the by-laws at the meeting and be familiar enough with them to serve as an advisor to the Board when actions seem to be in conflict. To update the Nominating Committee handbook annually prior to their being sent out. Assist on jury and awards day.
Treasurer
Alan Marriott
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The treasurer assists the President and the Director of Finance in preparing a budget, receives/records revenue, pays board-approved bills, reports monthly financial activity, prepares a year-end report and submits records for audit and tax preparation. Assist on jury and awards day.
Membership/Communications
Loa Sprung
Tel: 310-832-0593
Email: loa13@cox.net
The Membership/Communications Chairman collects postal mail, email, voice mail and disperses that communication to the appropriate board member. Responsibilities also necessitate sending dues reminders to member, letters and invitations to NWS members. Assist on jury and awards day.
Annual Exhibition
Nancy Shiershke
Email:
The Annual Exhibition Director processes and records all entries for Annual Membership Exhibition. Assigns staff for jury day. Prepare materials for and directs activities on jury day. Advise juror of policies and procedures to insure integrity and fairness to all entrants.
All Member Exhibition
Loa Sprung
Email: loa13@cox.net
The All Member Exhibition Director processes and records all entries for All Member Membership Exhibition. Assigns staff for jury day. Prepare materials for and directs activities on jury day. Advise juror of policies and procedures to insure integrity and fairness to all entrants.
Historian
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The position of Historian includes the collecting, archiving and maintenance of all historical, biographical and presidential files as well as the appraisal preparation, care and maintenance of the Permanent Collection and collection and storage of all exhibition slide/digital sets. Writing or collecting biographical information for the newsletter and Annual Exhibition catalog with regards to the “In Memoriam” and “Life Achievement Award” sections. Assist on jury and awards day.
Newsletter Editor
Chris Krupinski
Email:
[Visit Chris’ website]
The Newsletter Editor is responsible for gathering, editing, typing and coordinating printing of a quarterly publication that is of general interest to NWS members. Assist on jury and awards day. When emailing member news to Sheila, please put “NWS Newsletter” in your subject line
Finance
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The Finance Director chairs the Finance Committee. As such, he coordinates closely on financial matters with the President, the Treasurer and other board members having financial responsibilities. The Finance Committee meets monthly and recommends issues of financial importance to the board for action.
Fundraising
Carol Zink
Email:
The Fundraising Director seeks input on a fund-raising plan for the year. Designs and presents to the board a long-range plan for fund development including a capital campaign for building improvements. Assist on jury and awards day.
Building
Caroline Van Winkle
Email:
The Building Director serves as chair of the Building Committee. Responsibilities include acting as liaison between architect, contractor, committee and board. Setting priorities for next steps possible with funds available is a major concern as we move forward in this exciting process of realizing the National Watercolor Society Museum and Gallery. Assist on jury and awards day.
Demonstration Series
Maureen Wheeler
Email: maureenmwheeler@hotmail.com
Director of Demonstration Series works with the President to select the demonstrators and coordinates with the Exhibition Director for the location and dates. The director will also work with publicity, arrange for housing, meals, transportation, audio-visual equipment and any other supplies required for the demonstration. She may also arrange for a social event to welcome the demonstrator.
President Emeritus, Advisor to the president
Dick Cole
[visit Dick’s website]