New Members
Welcome to the Oregon Society of Artists! We are delighted that you have joined us and hope that your association with us will be a long and rewarding experience! As an Associate Member you are entitled to take part in all OSA activities, meetings and social functions.
About Our Organization . . .
The functions of OSA are governed by Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. Copies are available for your use and are kept in the Studio library. You are encouraged to read and become familiar with them. They may be checked out for use at home and you are welcome to have copies made from them at your own expense. Checkout instructions are on the inside cover. Please return them to their proper place in a reasonable amount of time.Meetings . . .
General Meetings for all members are held each month on the second Thursday at 11:00 am and on the third Thursday at 8:00 pm.The OSA Board of Directors Meeting is held on the second Thursday of each month at 1:00 pm at OSA. Your suggestions play an important part in maintaining the strength and quality of your Society! You are encouraged to express your thoughts at the Board Meeting, either in person or in writing. Please call the President and ask that your business be put on the agenda or direct your written material to: OSA Board of Directors. The Board meeting follows the day meeting and an art demonstration program beginning at 11:00 am and a potluck lunch at 12 noon for those who wish to participate.
The General Business Meeting is held on the third Thursday of each month at 8:00 pm at OSA. The agenda calls for the presentation of Society business and financial reports, officer and committee reports and announcements and other business from the floor. The meeting is preceded by an open critique meeting at 6:30 pm and is followed by a demonstration, lecture or entertainment and a social hour with refreshments. Your attendance is encouraged and your active participation in elections and decision making is expected!
Newsletter - "Brushmarks" . . .
Your copy of the Brushmarks will be mailed to you each month. This is the very heart of our communication system! Please read it. In it you will find information regarding OSA Business Meetings, regular and special sketch groups and classes, upcoming shows and special events as well as the names and telephone numbers of persons you can contact if you have questions of any kind. Your contribution of newsworthy items is welcome. Submit them in writing to the Brushmarks Editor. Acceptance is based on suitability and available space. Deadline for news items is the second Thursday of each month. Please keep us informed of changes in your name or address with a written notice to the Membership Chairman."Mailbox" Is Also Your Voice . . .
The OSA mailbox is your direct connection to the Board of Directors. It is the "suggestion box", the "complaint department", the "dues depository", etc., etc. Your business is guaranteed attention if you will write it down, direct it to the appropriate officer, committee chairman or the Board in general, and drop it in the slot - just outside and to the right of the Studio door.Classes, Educational Activities . . .
You are welcome and encouraged to take part in any and all of the educational activities offered by OSA. Watch your Brushmarks for complete information. The media and subject matter offered varies according to the interests of the membership. Your input is crucial in planning for future programs and classes - so make your interests known! Write them down and drop them in the mailbox - your Board of Directors is anxious to help you with your ideas! Proposal forms are available for persons interested in teaching workshops, leading sketch groups or giving demonstrations or lectures. They can be obtained from members of the Board.Associates' Gallery Show . . . You are invited to exhibit your artwork in the annual Associates' Gallery Show held in December of each year. Three works of art, completed within the last two years may be submitted. You may offer your work for sale, and OSA does not take a commission on sales, however, a voluntary contribution of 15% is suggested. Complete details will be in the Brushmarks. If this is to be your first exhibition or if you need framing advice, etc., your Associates Show Chairman will be glad to be of assistance.
Moving On To Active Membership . . . If you have been an Associate member for three months or more, you may wish to apply for Active membership . Your three entries will be judged for the artistic qualities necessary for active membership by the jury committee chaired by Virginia Grubb.. Acceptance as an Active member entitles you to full gallery exhibition privileges. You may apply for Active membership any time after three months of Associate membership by submitting three works for jurying. Jurying occurs once a monthon the second Thursday prior to the day meeting. Work may be dropped off a few days before if one cannot attend the meeting.
Recruit New Members . . . You are welcome to sponsor other interested persons for OSA membership. Your sponsorship for an individual simply states that you feel the person's artistic persuasions are compatible with the fundamentals of OSA and whose participation in the functions of OSA will be mutually beneficial. Application forms and membership information sheets are kept in the reception desk in the OSA Gallery or can be obtained by mail from OSA's Executive Secretary. As a sponsor you would be responsible for notifying the new member of their acceptance and will be asked to introduce them to the membership at the next General Business Meeting.
Facilities, Maintenance . . . You now own an equal share in all the facilities belonging to OSA, and your share includes the responsibility for its proper use and maintenance. The OSA is a non-profit, self-supporting organization. We are proud to own all of our facilities free and clear, thanks to the generosity and hard work of OSA members since 1927! Funds for building maintenance and operation of the Society are acquired entirely from dues, class fees, contributions from members and an occasional fund raising activity. It is the delicate balance of donated time and monies collected that has kept us solvent and has kept us on our toes! We currently pay a minimum in professional service fees. The bulk of the "housekeeping", "yard work" and repairs are being done by an ever-decreasing number of overworked volunteers! We must ask for renewed support from all OSA members in physically caring for the building and grounds if we are to continue with our current dues and class fee structure. Everyone is expected to pitch in! Contact the Grounds Chairman or the Building Supervisor and make your commitment equal to your abilities!
Special Events and Activities . . .
Special events and activities are held throughout the year. Although attendance is not mandatory, they are planned with your participation and enjoyment in mind. Attend as many as you can and get to know the members of your Society! Watch your Brushmarks for notice of upcoming events.Dues . . .
The annual dues for Members of the Society are due on the third Thursday of January of each year and are payable on or before that date. Dues paid by new members joining the Society, or those who have become Active members, during the months of September, October, November or December, shall cover the following fiscal year as well. Additional dues that are required for Active membership must accompany the application and artworks submitted for jurying for Active membership. Checks should be made out to the Oregon Society of Artists and directed to the OSA Treasurer.Officers, Board, Committees . . .
Watch your Brushmarks for a list of current OSA Officers, Members of the Board of Directors and Committee Chairmen. Please feel free to contact them if you need information, have suggestions or wish to offer your help! You are eligible to hold an elected or appointed office and you have an equal vote on all matters presented to the membership for a decision.Again . . . WELCOME TO THE OREGON SOCIETY OF ARTISTS!