Artist Meeting 12/2/08

Attended by:
-William Cooper
-Deb Stewart
-K. Cornelius
-Meg Cosgrove
-Kathy Sherin
-Nancy Thayer
-Chris Siano
-Scott Bye
-Roberto
-Val Dunne

1) We discussed the purpose of the monthly meetings; to sift through ideas of interest to BAS, updates on what artists are up to, and discuss items to bring to the board. This will give us the chance to discuss issues before they become a big deal.

2) An idea was brought forward to find a dedicated space to photograph artwork. We have the camera and the lighting, let's find a space for backdrop paper that can be retracted when not in use. Kathy Sherin will be speaking to a person interested in donating some photo equipment and will see if there is some backdrop items. Joining us later, Joanna suggested the education suite for the dedicated space.

3)I brought up the county funding- the EC legislature voted to change the county executive's give of $25,000 to $28,498. This is still subject to veto, but the $25,000 will stand if the veto goes through.

4) The upcoming Potluck and Holiday Party was discussed. The date is 12/14/08, 5pm. When Joanna joined us, she mentioned that she was bringing a big ham, beer and water. She suggests that the people in the "bread" category bring dinner rolls. She is also thinking of hiring some musical entertainment. Sounds like there is some big interest from the board. This sounds like it will turn out to be a good party.

5}Speaking of good parties, we talked about the opening. All attending agreed that it went well- that the entertainment by David Kane and K. Cornelius was a good addition. No one was particularly sold on the pre-party, but no one knew the sales $, so there was no final judgement. Over all, everyone was pleased on how smooth it went, and how well attended it was.

If I left anything important out, email buffaloartsstudio@gmail.com, and I'll be happy to add!
See you all at the Potluck on Sunday the 14th! Next Artist meeting is Wednesday, Jan.7th.

Potluck Food List:

If your last name starts with A-E, Bring a vegetable or salad

last name starts with F-K , Bring an appetizer/ bread thing

last name starts with L-P, Bring a main dish

last name starts with R-Z, Bring a dessert


Everyone can bring a beverage, hard or soft.