The Capitole Record - The Nation`s Capital Chapter of The Society

Volume XXXVII No 6
December 2012/January 2013
The Capitole
Record
Sign Up for David Vernon Class
Congratulations to the 2013 Executive Board
When
January 19, 2013
Time:
10:00 A.M.
Where: Hermitage Auditorium
5000 Fairbanks Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22311
(703) 820-2434
What:
Bring:
Lunch:
Fusion Blending w/David Vernon
(see pg. 7 & 8)
Normal Painting Supplies
Surface
Canned Goods for Donation
A Dish to Share
Your Badge
A-D Main Dish
E-K Dessert
L-R Salad
S-Z Appetizer
DIRECTIONS TO THE HERMITAGE
From the Woodrow Wilson Bridge:
From the Beltway, take I-395 and go about 4.4
miles.
Take Exit 4B West (Seminary Road/Route 716).
Take a right at the second stop light onto
Beauregard Street. Take a left at the first stop light
onto Fillmore Street and go 1 block. Turn left into
the Hermitage parking lot.
From the Cabin John Bridge:
From the Beltway, take Exit 52B East (Little River
Turnpike/Rt. 236) and go 4.1 miles. Turn left onto
Beauregard Street and go 2.1 miles. Turn left on
Fillmore Street and go 1 block. Turn left into
Hermitage parking lot.
Parking:
Please park only in the Visitors Lot.
Just behind the Visitors Lot is an additional lot you
may use. To get to the auditorium go through the
lobby and take the elevator down one level or use
the stairs. Auditorium is on your right
If you plan to participate in the David Vernon
fusion blending class, you need to sign up before
the January meeting.
To sign up email or call John or Marie Kirzl at:
[email protected]
(703) 644-1805
Visit our web site at www.nccpainters.com
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THE NATION'S CAPITAL
CHAPTER 2013
EXECUTIVE BOARD
President:
Kathy Denneler
(703) 361-3179
[email protected]
Vice President:
Betsy Griner
(703) 478-3680
[email protected]
Secretary
Becky Benton
(703) 821-2691
[email protected]
Treasurer:
Peg Altemus
(703) 938-3651
[email protected]
Membership Secretary:
Ann Davis
(703) 356-8485
[email protected]
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2013 COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Art Scholarship
Award:
Cheryl Saggers
(703) 670-2705
[email protected]
Art Show:
Community Service:
Kathy Denneler
(703) 361-3179
[email protected]
Finance:
Peg Altemus
(703) 938-3651
[email protected]
Founders Medallion
Award:
Ann Davis
(703) 356-8485
[email protected]
Get-a Way
Public Relations—MD:
Historian:
Public Relations—VA:
Luncheon:
Nominating:
Fran Schmitt
(703) 450-4171
[email protected]
Parliamentarian
Betsy Thomas
(301) 384-5652
[email protected]
Seminar:
Sunshine:
Barbara Gloeckner
(703)759-3227
[email protected]
Ways & Means:
Lorraine Lasch
(703) 670-5238
[email protected]
Web Master
BJ Grey
(703) 491-5073
[email protected]
Maryland Representative:
Mary Steingesser
(410) 992-4338
[email protected]
Virginia Representative:
Kathy Bacskay
(703) 339-6532
[email protected]
Newsletter Editor:
Marie & John Kirzl
703 644-1805
[email protected]
SUBMISSIONS TO THE CAPITOLE RECORD NEWSLETTER: All information and
advertising is due by the 1st of February, April, June, August, October, and December. Members
and honorary members are welcome to drop the Editor a line on any subject they wish to share with
the membership. The Capitole Record exists for the benefit of the membership of The Nation's
Capital Chapter of The Society of Decorative Painters. All articles and advertisements should
reflect the purpose of the newsletter in providing information and education for the entire
membership. Please e-mail all news of interest, Chapter exchange newsletters, and any advertising
copy to:
[email protected]
or mail them to
John Kirzl 7211 Ashview Drive, Springfield, VA 22153; (703) 644 1805
ADVERTISERS: Please send checks only made payable to NCC of SDP.
DISPLAY ADS: Advertiser must provide electronic or camera-ready copy. Limit one full-page ad
per issue per advertiser.
YEARLY
SINGLE ISSUE
• 1/8-page (2-1/4 x 3-1/4)
$18.00
$ 4.00
• 1/4-page (4-1/2 x 3-1/4)
$30.00
$ 6.00
• 1/2-page (4-1/2 x 7)
$60.00
$12.00
• Full page
---$20.00
SUNSHINE CIRCLES: Not for advertising but for NCC member's Get Well wishes, Secret
Painting Pal messages, Birthday, Anniversary, Thank You, Congratulatory, and similar messages—
no charge. Must be 25 words or less.
NCC web site: www.NCCpainters.com - any questions or comments about the
web site contact Webmeister BJ Grey (703) 492-2666 [email protected]
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President’s
Notes
Thanks to all the 2012 board members for all the
hard work they put in this year. We have a new year
upon us and the 2013 board hopes to have a
successful year but we cannot do it without all of
your help.
We have several committees that need chairs: art
show, luncheon for example. Please think about
chairing one of our committees. If you have any
new ideas please let a board member know. The
board wants to do some new and exciting activities.
The January meeting is featuring David Vernon as
our instructor, painting strawberries and daisies using
Traditions paints and Fusion Blending brushes. We
appreciate David taking his time to show us the
Fusion Blending brushes.
At every general meeting we are collecting canned
goods for a homeless shelter; in Virginia; we are
taking the canned goods to the Carpenter’s Shelter in
Alexandria. If you know of a shelter in Maryland
and are willing to deliver the canned goods to the
shelter please let me know. If we cannot find a
shelter in Maryland then the canned goods will go to
the Carpenter’s Shelter. The Carpenter’s Shelter is a
family shelter. When I delivered the food and toys
from the October meeting there were 51 adults and
26 children staying at the shelter.
The Beth Wagner seminar has been postponed. We
are working on another date; we will let you know
soon when that will be.
I hope your holidays are wonderful and you are
surrounded by your loved ones.
See you in January.
Kathy D President
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THANK YOU
I'd like to thank the chapter for the lovely
Maureen McNaughton painting.
It arrived at Sandy's house a few days after the
meeting, and we went to Michaels to purchase a mat
and frame for it. It's gorgeous! And thanks to Sandy,
for loaning me her version until Maureen's arrived.
I really appreciate the work and enthusiasm the
entire chapter put into all our meetings and events
this year. I'm grateful that our strategy worked to
keep our membership numbers even with last year,
and that everyone seemed to enjoy participating. I'm
looking forward to serving as Virginia Rep.
Kathy Bacskay
MEMBERSHIP
If you are planning on doing the free membership
this year please send Ann Davis a form that says
you are planning to do the free membership so we
can keep you in our data base and see that you get
the newsletters and email about chapter
happenings.
Ann Davis
FOUNDERS MEDALLION
The Founders Medallion will not be presented this
year since we have had no letters of nomination.
Ann Davis
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Nation’s Capitol Chapter
General Meeting
Minutes of the Meeting
November 17, 2012
The meeting was held in the Hermitage, Alexandria
VA.
PRESIDENT: Kathy Bacskay called the meeting to
order at 10:45 a.m. One guest was present. Kathy
thanked everyone and noted that there was lots of
participation in community service projects and great
turn-outs for the luncheon and get-away this year.
She noted that the SDP Conference information is
posted online and the Juried Art Display deadline is
coming soon. Kathy asked for committee chair
reports.
V.P. REPORT: John Kirzl introduced the ornament
projects for today, in colored pencil and acrylics,
with 3 teachers: John Kirzl, Lorraine Lasch, and
Kathy Bacskay. In January, David Vernon will
conduct fusion blending with Traditions paints.
TREASURER: Peg Altemus distributed a treasurer’s
report showing a balance of $15,135.11.
MOTION--MINUTES: Kathy Bacskay moved that
the minutes be approved as printed in the newsletter.
Kathy Denneler seconded the motion and it passed
unanimously.
MD REP: Mary Steingesser displayed Linda
Dudley’s project for December 1 in the Beltsville
Library. See the newsletter to reserve a space. With
changes in fees to rent meeting spaces in Maryland
locations, Mary has been researching alternatives.
She asked members to share leads.
VA REP: Betsy Griner said Sandy Scales will have
an April paint-in. Other activities will be planned
when they can be scheduled in conjunction with
Maryland activities.
MEMBERSHIP: Membership will again be free this
year with the obligation to paint 1 treasure box and 2
gifts for the Hermitage by the luncheon in July 2013.
Ann Davis needs notice from members who elect to
use this arrangement for membership.
NEWSLETTER: Submissions are due by December
1, or sooner.
COMMUNITY SERVICE: Thanks to everyone who
brought canned goods and toys for the Carpenter’s
Shelter.
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Be sure to take treasure boxes and Hermitage gift
wooden pockets to paint with any design.
FOUNDERS MEDALLION: No candidates were
nominated to Ann Davis.
LUNCHEON: Reservations have been made at the
Holiday Inn in MD for 2013 and the Dulles Holiday
Inn in VA for 2014.
Get Away: Kathy Bacskay thanked everyone who
took part in Get Away. She welcomes suggestions to
improve the experience. No plans have been made
for another one, yet.
PUBLIC RELATIONS, MD: Ann Pielert and Linda
Dudley said the October display at Aspen Library
was well-received.
PUBLIC RELATIONS, VA: David Vernon has been
promoting decorative painting, and hosting the
Juried Art Exhibition for SDP.
SEMINAR: Rebecca Hotop invited the membership
present to pick the pieces for Beth Wagner’s May
seminar. She has found a source for pieces priced at
about $1 each for the Saturday meeting project of
painting on suede. Seminar prices will be
determined in future meetings.
SUNSHINE: Barbara Gloeckner was pleased to
report that she has not heard of any family illness or
sadness this month.
WAYS ‘N MEANS: Lorraine Lasch thanked
everyone for the fabulous offerings for the raffle
today and all through this year.
NEW BUSINESS:
Kathy Bacskay thanked the board and committee
chairs for this past year’s efforts.
Rebecca Hotop mentioned Maureen McNaughton’s
website brush and pattern packet sale through
November.
More discussion ensued on new charges for rental
spaces in Maryland. Mary Steingesser will reserve
Beltsville Library for the next meeting while the
membership researches other options for the
remainder of the year.
Ann Davis offered to teach a tulips yard sign paint-in
the 3rd Saturday in February in Maryland if there is
enough interest.
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General Meeting Minutes (continued)
Peg Altemus suggested changing the bylaws to
accept electronic election ballots instead of mailing
hard copies. Next year’s board will consider.
BJs Wholesale has Betty Caithness cards for sale.
ELECTION: Fran Schmitt assembled the slate for
next year’s board:
Kathy Denneler as President, Betsy Griner as V.P.,
Peg Altemus as Treasurer, Becky Benton as
Secretary, Mary Steingesser as MD Representative
and Kathy Bacskay as VA Representative.
MOTION: Betsy Thomas moved to elect the board
by affirmation. John Kirzl seconded the motion and
it passed unanimously.
INSTALLATION: Lorraine Lasch introduced and
installed the new board, offering each a carnation of
welcome.
Kathy Bacskay adjourned the meeting at 11:53 a.m.
and passed the president’s gavel to Kathy Denneler.
Respectfully submitted,
Rebecca Benton
Secretary to NCC
COMMUNITY SERVICE
We are continuing our program of bringing food to
the Carpenters shelter in Alexandria. We would like
you to bring canned goods to the General meetings.
If you know of a shelter in Maryland and are willing
to deliver the canned goods to the shelter please let
me know.
Thanks in advance for your generosity.
Kathy Denneler
Community Service Chair
CANCELLATIONS
If a meeting needs to be cancelled due to
weather or other unforeseen events,
notification will be posted on the website.
We will also use a phone tree and email (if we
still have power) to notify members
NOVEMBER MEETING
Nation’s Capitol Chapter
Executive Board
Minutes of the Meeting
November 2012
The November Executive Board meeting was
conducted via email:
Agenda items for November 17, 2012, General
Meeting.
Address Maryland Beltsville library meeting costs at
general meeting.
Have the general membership select Beth Wagner
seminar pieces at November 17 2012 meeting.
Based on email exchanges between Hermitage and
Rebecca Hotop concerning more groups vying for
space at the Hermitage, suggest to the 2013 Board
that they explore alternatives in Virginia as a
contingency.
Respectfully submitted,
Rebecca Benton
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Secretary
Instructions for the border of the Santa ornament:
Basecoat with a coat of Yellow Ochre. Paint with
Emperor's gold. Shade on the gold border next to
the Santa with Burnt Umber to make the ornament
look dimensional.
Kathy
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JANUARY MEETING PROJECT
Strawberry and Daisy Fusion Blending
Taught by David Vernon
January 19, 2013
There is no charge for this class. David will provide
DecoArt Traditions paint, patterns, line drawings and
written instructions.
(Thank you, David!)
David encourages you to use your own surface which
must be 12’’ diameter.
He will bring PREORDERED PLATES with him. He will also bring
the Scharff 910 series Fusion Blending brush which
you may either pre-order or purchase before class.
Prices are listed at the end of this article.
Contact David at [email protected] to order items.
Students should provide their usual acrylic supplies to include a #6 filbert, a #8 filbert, and a Fusion Blending
Brush. The Fusion Blending brush is a Scharff Aqua Flow Series 910 ($13.65 including tax). You can prepay
for this brush or buy one from David at the meeting.
Prep: Before class, seal and basecoat your surface with Carbon Black. Trace on the pattern.
Plate information is as follows:
Ceramic bisque Coupe plate cost = $12.60 includes tax
14 inch Double beaded Narrow Rim plate = $23.63 includes tax
Checks for these items or for a prepaid Scharff 910 Fusion Blending brush should be made to PAMPERED
PALETTE.
If you plan to take this class, you need to sign up. David needs advance notice so he will have enough supplies
for class.
Sign up by contacting: John or Marie Kirzl. [email protected], (703) 644-1805
(This is a wonderful opportunity. Don’t miss it!)
DISCLAIMER
Various paints, finishes and solvents are used at meetings, paint-ins, seminars etc.
Please evaluate your health status before choosing to participate in any activity where they are used.
NCC of SDP assumes no liability for health status while using any painting-related products.
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PATTERN AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR JANUARY PROJECT
The surface can be any surface you would like to paint the design and it must have a 12 inch painting surface.
The surface should be painted carbon black then trace the design on the surface.
We will be using DecoArt Traditions Acrylics which David will be bringing with him to the meeting.
Brushes: A regular #6 or #8 Filbert (David uses both sizes but you may want to us only one size. Whichever
you prefer). A #6 or #8 water color Filbert brush for the Fusion Blending technique and a liner brush. David
uses a 5/0 liner but that is just because he prefers that brush. You can use whatever liner brush you are
comfortable using.
If anyone has any questions, please email David Vernon at
[email protected]
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MARYLAND PAINT IN
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Ann Davis
"It’s Spring"
(Acrylics - Original pattern by
Judy Ribitich)
Beltsville Library
10:00am - 3:00pm
Register: A $7.50 check payable to NCC of NSTDP must accompany registration to pay for the class.
(Payment refundable upon attendance)
Supply Fee: $5.00 (make checks payable to Ann Davis). Includes: pattern, photo, and instructions
Bring Paints, Surface, Regular painting supplies, lunch - drinks will be supplied
Surface: $25 for metal sign stand and two wood pieces (make checks payable to Ann Davis) or use a surface
of your choice. If you order from Ann, she will bring the piece to January meeting.. If you sign up at the
January meeting, Ann will arrange to get the piece to you. You can also order from Painters Paradise at a
higher cost. Surface is 8 1/2” X 12”.
Paints: Decoart Paint
Asphaltum
Saffron Yellow
Tuscan Red
Reindeer Moss
Cadmium Red
Light Avocado
Raw Sienna
Avocado
Plantation Pine
Golden Straw
Cadmium Yellow
Snow White
Jade Green
Midnight Green
Splendid Gold
Prep: Base your board with Golden Straw and let dry
Tape off 1” on the left side and then measure in 3 1/2" from the outside edge also on the left side and tape off
again. This will be your stripe of 2 1/2". Stipple the stripe with Asphaltum. While still wet pick up Splendid
Gold and stipple this into the Asphaltum. If you over work it and lose your Gold let it dry and redo. Remove
the tape and allow to dry. Put on the pattern and I will see you in class.
Contact: Mary Steingesser (410) 992-4338 [email protected]
Directions to Beltsville Library:
From 495 Beltway, take Exit 25 (Rt. #1 North) go approx. .75 miles.
Turn left onto Montgomery Road. Go four blocks. to Sellman Road. Turn Right - library is on the right
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PAMPERED PALETTE SEMINARS
2012
Maureen McNaughton - December 6-9
2013
Dorothy Dent - February 1, 2, & 3, 2013 (Oils)
Sandy Scales - March 1, 2, & 3, 2013
(Maureen McNaughton Pattern)
John Dunn - April 6-9
Arlene Linton - May 3, 4, & 5, 2013
Neadeen Masters - June 28, 29, & 30, 2013
Priscilla Hauser - July 26, 27, & 28, 2013
Tatiana Sholokhova August 23-25
Sandy Scales - September 6, 7, & 8, 2013 (Betty
Caithness Pattern)
Annette Dozier - October 4, 5, & 6, 2013
(Acrylic)
Brenda Stewart - November 1, 2, & 3, 2013
http://www.pamperedpalette.com
[email protected]
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THANK YOU
Thank you to Linda Dudley for teaching the
December Maryland Paint-in! The piece was truly
De-e-e-licous! I'm happy to say that mine is done
and is quite appetizing. I don't know that we're
ready for snow, but I'm sure all her students now
have a hankering for chocolate covered
strawberries. Thank you again, Linda!
Mary Steingesser
WANTED -JO SONJA PAINTS
Thanks to all who have contributed. The paints will
come in handy.
We are still in need of paints, so if you have some
extra and would like to contribute, here is the
information:
I have been helping out with the Ft Belvoir Church
program for painting icons.
The Church has been providing Jo Sonja paints,
brushes, boards, patterns and instructions free for
the ladies of the church.
If you have any paints you would be willing to
donate, please contact Marie Kirzl, (703) 644- 1805
or [email protected]
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THE NATION’S CAPITAL CHAPTER, #99034
Name ___________________________________ Nickname: _____________________
Address _________________________________ E-mail _________________________
City ___________________________ State ____ Zip ________ Birthday _____/_____
Phone H _____________ W _____________ C _____________ Fax # _____________
New* ____ Who introduced you to our chapter? ________________________________
Renew ____ Year Joined _________ SDP# ____________ Year Joined __________
Do you live within 25 mi. of the Capital Beltway? YES ____ NO ____
Would you be able to bring other members to/from meetings? YES _____ NO _____
Do you teach? YES ____ NO ____ What medium(s)? ________________________
Membership dues are paid annually, and are currently $0.00, if complete community service projects by the July
meeting; $20 if do not complete community service projects. Please complete this form and mail it to:
The Nation’s Capital Chapter; Membership Secretary; Ann Davis 1532 Cedar Ave McLean, VA 22101-3516 .
If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or call (703) 356-8485.
*TO BE A MEMBER OF NCC, YOU MUST ALSO BE A MEMBER OF SDP. IF YOU ARE NOT
ALREADY A MEMBER OF SDP, PLEASE COMPLETE AND SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING FORM.
......................................................................................................................................................................................................................
Cut along this line
SOCIETY OF DECORATIVE PAINTERS
Name ______________________________ New/Renew ___ If renewing, ID# _______
Address ____________________________ City, State, Zip _______________________
Phone (H) __________________________ (W) ________________________________
Do you teach? _____ Mediums? ______________________________________________
Dues are paid annually, and are currently $50.00. (Dues are not prorated, and are payable each year
between December 1st and 31st for the next year.)
Please mail this form with your check, made payable to SDP in the amount of $50.00.
Mail To:
SDP
393 N. McLean Blvd.
Wichita, KS 67203
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2013 CALENDAR
January
February
March
April
May
Combined
2012/2013
Board Meeting
TBD
Board Meeting
10th
TBD
TBD
Paint In
Sandy Scales
Board
Meeting 12th
General
Meeting
Hermitage
19th
General
Meeting
Beltsville
16th
July
Board meeting
14th
TBD
General
Meeting
Luncheon 20th
Holiday Inn
MD
August
HOOT
13 - 18
Columbus,
OH
General
Meeting
Hermitage
18th
SDP
Annual
Conference
13-18
St. Charles,
Ill.
October
November
Board meeting
15th
TBD
Board meeting
10th TBD
General
Meeting
Hermitage
21st
General
Meeting
Election of
Officers
Beltsville 16th
December
February
January
Amanda Davis
Jennipher Davis
Pam Kaiser
Carol Rohrbaugh
Sandy Scales
Diane Crean
September
June
1/5
1/19
1/19
1/20
1/27
1/29
Happy
Birthday
Fran Schmitt
Ranny Overby
Debi Stoll
Lynne Morgan
Scottie Foster
Linda Dudley
Ruth Sentelle
Brenda Starr
Cheryl Saggers
2/8
2/11
2/13
2/14
2/16
2/17
2/18
2/19
2/25
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Birthdays -----------------------------------13
Calendar ------------------------------------13
Cancellations --------------------------------6
Chapter Meeting ----------------------------1
Community Service ------------------------6
Directions --------------------------------1,10
Disclaimer -----------------------------------7
Editor’s Desk ------------------------------14
Executive Board & Committee Chairs --2
Executive Board Meeting Minutes ------6
Founders’ Medallion ----------------------3
General Meeting Minutes --------------5,6
January Meeting Project ----------------7,8
MD Paint In -------------------------------10
Membership --------------------------------3
NCC & SDP Renewal Forms -----------12
President’s Notes --------------------------3
Thank You ------------------------------3,11
Treasurer’s Report -------------------------4
FROM THE EDITORS’ DESK
As we reflect on 2012 how can we not celebrate all that the year offered? We painted with exceptional teachers,
joined friends both old and new for an outstanding Luncheon, traveled to Williamsburg for a great Get a Way,
and had a year of learning how to improve our artistic skills.
2013, under the guidance of the new board, already is shaping up to have some neat surprises We start the New
Year by having David Vernon teach us fusion blending.
Kindly let us know if you will be staying to paint at the January meeting.You can E us at [email protected].
David needs to have a count, as he will be providing products for the class.
So keep your calendar free for the 3rd Saturday in January, March, May, July, September, October and
November, and join your friends for some great painting and fun.
To one and all the happiest that the holidays have to offer with family and friends. Be safe in your travels.
Warm regards and Merry Christmas
Marie and John
”Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has yet to come. We have only today.
~Mother Teresa
Let us begin.”