From the
Gallery Red
THE NEWSLETTER OF THE VALLEY ART ASSOCIATION
Valley Art Gallery
July/August 2015
We welcome you to the
2022 Main Street Forest Grove, Oregon
A r t i s t s ’ Re c e p t i o n Saturday, July 11, 2-4 p.m.
503•357•3703 www.valleyart.org
Valley Art welcomes artists
Gallery open Mon.–Sat. 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and special occasions.
Geraldine Foote, Aloha Cannon and Fran Richards Complimentary refreshments will be served.
A Changing World & Eternal Beauty
Valley Art is dedicated to supporting working artists and encouraging beginning artists. We exhibit exceptional artwork and offer art classes for the entire community at affordable prices.
For July and August, Valley Art will again feature three outstanding artists with varied backgrounds, but one common purpose: they love to share a passion for art of all kinds. “I strive to be a witness in a changing world…mining a familiar Northwest landscape for metaphor and meaning.” So writes Geraldine Foote in explaining her life and work. Among her accomplishments, she originated
Valley Art board meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30p.m. These meetings are open to all who might like to attend. July 28 at 6:30 p.m. is Valley Art’s annual member meeting. All Valley Art members are invited to attend.
the Peace Leaves Gift Poem Series and the Hoyt Arboretum and Festival. The poems are letterpressed offerings using papers from varied Asian nations, as well a locally produced papers. Much of the paper she uses is suitable for watercolor and has been used by “Gerry”as her family and friends know her when she kayaks, either on the Willamette, or off Orcas Island in Washington’s San Juan Islands. When the artwork returns to the studio, beads are added and Peace Leaves become a part of the work. It is not by coincidence that Gerry shows such interest in peace and justice, as Continued on page 2 “Peace Leaves” by Geraldine Foote
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Classes & Workshops for Everyone
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First Wednesdays at Valley Art
Glorious Colors of Life... somewhere in her family tree is a branch that contained Harriet Beecher Stowe, of whom Abe Lincoln said when he met her, “So you are the little woman who wrote the book that gave us this Great War?” It is that kind of legacy that led Gerry to her work at the Hoyt Arboretum, and to her work at Pacific University leading to the Masters in Fine Arts in Writing program. Aloha Cannon is a native Oregonian who started painting late in life. Her painting is a fascinating means of selfexpression and creativity. Her studies have included work with Jude Welter, Jan Browne and, more recently, Dorothy Fitzgerald. Gallery membership—active galley membership—is important to her. She has belonged to the Oregon Society of Artists since 1987, serving as President in 199495. In fact, she has been on the Board since 1991, some twenty-four years. Among the formal recognition of her work is the People’s Choice Award in West Linn’s Art Commission Arts in the Park. She also placed Second in the Gladstone Guild Art Show, as well as having her work “Magnolias by Aloha” chosen as the August painting in the Oregon Society of Artists 2004 Calendar. To sum it up, in her words, “Beauty is eternal, and time spent with beauty is time
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well spent. If my art brings joy to others that is the ultimate compliment.” There seems to be a little of Ernest Hemingway in Fran Richards. Hemingway often described that blank piece of white paper as the bull that the bullfighter must deal with. Asked why she paints, Fran says, that she likes to paint to meet the challenge of a white canvas staring at her. Other reasons for painting are the feel and the color of the paint. But, in short, she paints because it makes her happy. Fran can trace her love of painting back to when she was seven. Her uncle, a Navy man home on leave, gave her some paper and watercolors, and the adventure began. If we fast forward past the raising of five children with husband Bob, past the Realty work, past writing for math and reading programs, we come to California and painting classes at both Glendale College and Pasadena Art Center of Design. She has passed that love of art on through her works and displays at Sequoia Galery in Hillsboro, as well as her many contributions at Valley Art, where she has not only displayed her work, but helped format the gallery for other displays. To sum it all up, she tries to paint what she loves. Sometimes it doesn’t work out, but it keeps her happy. Art does that.
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Enrolling is easy and only takes a few minutes! Search for Valley Art Association or use #82811 when enrolling. Don’t worry, you will still acrue all your own personal award point—this is an extra! Each time you shop with your Valley Art-linked Fred Meyer card, Fred Meyer will make a donation to the gallery.
Valley Art annual meeting and elections to be held Tuesday, July 28 at 6:30p.m. All members invited to attend. Valley Art’s Nomination Committee Chairwoman, Caroline Dau and committee members Margaret Hoerber, Jerry Hoerber and Bev Camp have presented the following candidates for nomination and election at the Valley Art annual meeting, July 28: Howard Sullivan and Diane Muhley. There are three board positions to be filled. Other nominations may be named from the floor if in accordance with the rules and requirements of Valley Art Association bylaws. A copy of Valley Art’s bylaws is available in the gallery office at 2202 Main Street in Forest Grove, Oregon during normal business hours. The board of Valley Art consists of: Dana Zurcher, President Lynne Magner, Vice-President
Mary Welch, Secretary Lynne Magner, interim Treasurer JoAnn Pari-Mueller, position 1 Brenda Somes, position 2 Philip Thias, position 3 Debra Rose, position 4 Emily Lux, position 5 Skip Buhler, position 6 Pete Truax, position 7 Roylene Read, position 8 Jan Peiffer, position 9 Pat Truax, position 10 Bev Camp, position 11 Koka Filipovic, position 12
Caught my eye... Valley Art formed a small sub-committee to plan and write an application for a Storefront Improvement Grant through Metro. This matching grant awards businesses with half of the funds they need for a storefront improvement project. Metro awarded Valley Art a matching grant of $20,000. We will now begin a campaign to raise the rest of the funds for the project. Some of the proposals for the project will
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include new UV windows, painting the upper facade, an ADA approved front door, repair to the canopy, outdoor lighting improvements and improvements and repair to the brickwork. The beautiful metal work and sign by Eric Canon will remain and continue to shine on our building. We are really excited for the opportunity to upgrade and enhance the exterior of our building in not only its appearance, but also its functionality. This will be a great start to our 50th anniversary coming up next year. Stay tuned for opportunities to help out in our fundraising efforts! —Dana Zurcher, Valley Art Board President
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Something for Everyone Art Classes & Groups SAVE MONEY ON ART CLASSES! Many classes offer a discount to Valley Art Members! Inexpensive yearly Valley Art memberships are available through the gallery front desk only and must be established before receiving member discounts.
Parents, need-based scholarships are available for up to 50% of class costs. Email education@valleyart.org to request assistance.
Quilting Studio Fridays, 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
This is an ongoing class and may be joined at any time. All levels, from beginning to advanced, are welcome. This is the time to do your own work, get expert advice on a special project, and meet with other local quilters. Join the fun! Register in person at the gallery. Cost is $28/year for Valley Art members and $43/year for non-members.
Forest Grove Camera Club Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. (no first Wednesday May-October)
The Forest Grove Camera Club is a member of the Photographic Society of America (PSA) and the Columbia Council of Camera Clubs. The club participates in a variety of competitions, evaluations and provides programs as well as field trips. To join, contact instructor Carol Berget at cberget@msn.com. Cost is a $25 annual membership / $5 students / $10 Associate memberships.
FAN: Family Art Night First Wednesday of the month, 5 to 7 p.m. Please see details on newsletter page 6. Team Art: Creativity by Association Every other Thursday July 2, 16 & 30 and Aug 13 & 27
Class gathering will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, except on July 30th when it will be 1-3 p.m.) Come to the back door and ring the bell. Bring a project to work on. All help and inspiration is free! You will make new friends and learn new techniques. Register for the class and buy your Valley Art membership - if you need one - in the gallery. Contact Jeanne Levy, femminismo@yahoo.com or 503-341-9701 for more information. There is a one-time yearly cost of $15 for a Valley Art membership.
Adult Pottery (age 16 and up) Saturdays, July 11 to August 29 - from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Learn to make pottery on the wheel or hand build with slabs and coils. Class is intended for new and returning students. Cost of clay is $13 - $14 per bag. Tool kits are available for $15 each. You must bring your own towel and apron. Class size is limited to 10 students. Please email instructor at huraytc@gmail.com to register for this class. Remember please, this is a teaching studio, so no production work or outside clay is allowed. Tuition for Valley Art members - $110, and non-members - $120.
Cold Wax Encaustic Thursday, July 9 & Saturday, August 8
Soft, buttery wax is mixed with hardener and oil paint and applied to prepared boards and marks are made in the wax to uncover the layers below. Bring your favorite marking tools, an apron and a roll of paper towels to class. All other supplies are provided. Bring a lunch or try a local restaurant. Fill out a registration form at the gallery. Call Jeanne Levy, 503-341-9701, or email femminismo@yahoo.com for more information. Payment is due at the beginning of class. Full day class (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) is $55 per person, or $30 with a Valley Art membership. Half day class (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) is $30 per person, or $10 with a Valley Art membership.
All events and workshops take place in the Valley Art Gallery workshop space unless otherwise noted. Valley Art is located at 2022 Main Street in Forest Grove. Parking is available along Main Street and in the public parking lot located directly behind Valley Art, a half block to the west. Gallery hours are Monday–Saturday 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Always stay up-to-date with Valley Art events at valleyart.org/events.
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Oil Painting workshop/class Every first and third Tuesday (July 7 & 21; August 4 & 18) 1-3 p.m.
This ongoing water-soluble oil painting class for adults is lead by instructor Irilla Swanson, who has been featured on OPB’s Artbeat. All professional materials are provided: oil paint, oil painting paper and brushes and project photos— or bring your own if you prefer. Irilla will provide examples from nature, as well as help you capture your own ideas. There will be step-by-step demonstrations for beginners and problem-solving and direction for experienced painters. See Irilla’s website, www.irillaswanson.com. Space is limited. For questions, email irillaswanson@comcast.net, or call 503-285-4399. Cost is $120 for three-month session ($20 per class).
Paste Paper Classes Saturdays, July 11 and August 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Paste Paper falls under the heading of “decorated papers” and is one of the oldest forms of paper decorating. Sheets of paper are coated with colored paste and marked with various implements. Dry paste papers can be used for covers and end-papers of handmade books. Mark making tools, rubber stamps, foam stamps, fingers, sticks and even kitchen tools make great designs on the paper. Class space is limited to eight. Paper, paste, brushes and acrylic paint will be provided, along with various implements. Ten sheets of CoMo paper will be provided for each participant. Fill out a registration form at the gallery. Email femminismo@yahoo.com or call Jeanne at 503-341-9701 for more information. The cost of the one-day class is $30, or $20 for Valley Art members.
Children’s Drawing Wednesdays (July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29; Aug. 5, 12, 19 & 26), 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Children ages 5-17. Gwyn Blanton is a trained professional and has worked and volunteered in the local schools. She is a skilled instructor for children and young adults of all ages. Fill out a registration form at the gallery and pay the instructor at the first class. Questions? Contact Gwyn at gwynblanton@yahoo.com or 503-869-3537. Cost for four sessions class is $45, $35 for siblings.
Watercolor for Kids Wednesdays, 1:30 - 3 pm.; July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29; August 5, 12, 19, 26.
Skip Buhler leads the class in fun learning of some simple techniques, studying from nature, as well as from the examples in the Gallery. For young people (ages 7 to 17) with self-management skills and an interest in art. To register, email or call Skip at skipbuhler@gmail.com, or phone 503-747-9087. Drop-ins ok. Registration forms are available at the front desk. Please bring completed registration form and payment to first class. All materials are provided. Class size is limited to 10 students. Cost is $10 per session. (Need-based scholarships are available.)
Kids Summer Art Camp Monday to Friday, July 27 - July 31 and August 3 - August 7.
Camp is from 9 a.m. – 12 noon for ages 8-11. New activities each day (painting, clay work, drawing and sewing) will keep your art-loving child engaged and interested. Children will come away with knowledge of how to apply different media, try various techniques and processes and will learn more about the visual arts in relation to history and culture. Pre-registration required. Limited to 10 students, each session. Pick up a parental permission form and return it to the gallery by July 20 deadline. Contact Jeanne Levy, 503-341-9701, for more information. Cost is $125 each session per child; first sibling, $100. Register and prepay at Valley Art Gallery.
Block Printing Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20 & 27, 1-5 p.m.,
Barbara Mason will lead the class on an introduction to Latino graphic block printing design. She has 35 years of printmaking and teaching experience and will provide all the materials. All are welcome and Latino/Latina students, 14 years to adult, are especially encouraged to attend and learn about the strong Latin heritage of block printing. Register in person for this class at Valley Art Gallery, 2022 Main St., Forest Grove. There will be no charge for the students, but they must commit to attending all four sessions.
Paper Totems July 20 and August 17, 1-4 p.m.
We will make “totems” out of paper! Stacks of half-inch and one inch squares of paper, of all sorts, will be threaded onto linen cord and decorated with paper beads we will make. Please bring some favorite papers of all colors and types, a self-heal cutting mat (if you have one), and an Exacto knife or scissors. You may cut strips of paper before the class and bring them with you. Any other supplies will be provided. Register at Valley Art and pay the instructor the day of the class. Questions? Email femminismo@yahoo.com. Class requires a minimum of 6 participants; maximum, 12. All ages $20, or free with Valley Art single or family membership.
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Family Art Night EVERY First Wednesday evening, 5 to 7 p.m. Drop in for family art fun! All supplies are provided and the projects are led by Valley Art volunteers who enjoy artful play. Children, ages 4-12, must be accompanied by an adult. Drop in and plan on spending about half an hour on the art project. A $2 donation at the door is suggested. See our Facebook postings at “Valley Art Association” to stay in touch for updates. This class is facilitated by Skip Buhler, Moniaque Vega and Jeanne Levy. To sign up, stop into Valley Art or contact the Education department at education@valleyart.org.
Who’s on First... Wednesday?
Join us for First Wednesday Fun! July 1 It’s time for a new show! Enjoy snacks and taste the wines of Carlton Cellars. August 5 Enjoy snacks and taste the wines of Troon!
Our thanks goes to the April 28 mailing party who help in getting this newsletter from our gallery into your hands. Pat and Jack Howard, Skip Buhler, Nedra Hathaway, Caroline Dau, Marcia Alajoki, Jan Peiffer, and Bev Camp.— thanks for helping us get the word out to everyone!
Picnic Basket Bread (it’s really a sandwich!)
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Corner Picnic Basket Bread (it really is a sandwich in a loaf of bread) It’s very good and quite easy, don’t let the yeast bread scare you.
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1 pkg. active dry yeast 1 C warm water 1 T sugar 2 1/2 - 3 C all-purpose flour 2 T sesame seeds 1/4 C finely chopped onion 1 egg white, beaten 1 1/4 t salt 1-1/2 C grated Swiss cheese 1/4 C grated Parmesan cheese 2 C chicken, cooked ,deboned and chopped 10 oz. pkg. frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 1 cup of the flour, sugar and 1 tsp. salt. Beat on low 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on high for 3 minutes. Stir in as much remaining flour to bring to a dough-like consistency. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead in enough flour to make a moderately soft dough that is smooth and elastic (about 3 - 5 minutes). Cover and set aside. Combine chicken, cheese, spinach, Parmesan, onion and 1/4 tsp. salt and mix well. Roll dough on a lightly floured surface and shape into a 16”x 10” rectangle. Spread filling lengthwise down the center 1/3 of the dough. Bring long edges together and seal. Seal ends. Place seam side down on a lightly greased baking sheet. Brush with mixture of beaten egg white and 1 Tbsp. water. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 375 degrees for 40 minutes or until loaf sounds hollow when tapped. May be necessary to cover with foil during last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning. Serve warm or chilled. Serves 4-6, more if sliced thin for hors d’ouvres.
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Farewell to Valley Art Patrons, Forrest and Rosemary Bump ROSEMARY JOUBERT BUMP, 94, a longtime Forest Grove resident and early Valley Art supporter, was born Jan. 21, 1921, in Tacoma, Wash. Her family moved to Portland in 1936. She graduated from Grant High School, Class of 1938, where she was president of the Treble Clefs, a high school orchestra club. In college, Rosemary sang in a trio much like the Andrew Sisters. She was a fashion editor for her college newspaper. She played the cello, which earned her three college scholarships to Southern Methodist University, Little Rock, Ark., and attended Pacific University where she met her husband, Forrest Bump.They were married Aug. 13, 1944. He completed his medical internship in Denver, Colo., and they later lived in Newberg, Ore., before settling in Forest Grove where Dr. Bump had his medical practice. She was a homemaker and stayed home to raise her three children while her husband operated his own medical practice in Forest Grove for 53 years. She finished her education at Pacific University and graduated in 1960, majoring in literature. For a while, she participated in the Forest Grove Community Orchestra playing the cello. She was a member of the Tualatin Valley Rhododendron Society and was one of the original 12 people who met occasionally in 1964 and 1965 to discuss the possibility of starting an art group, club, or art association in Forest Grove. Valley Art members today, visitors to the gallery, the City of Forest Grove, and Washington County itself, owe both Rosemary and Forrest Bump many thanks for their early activism in the arts. Rosemary was an avid reader and enjoyed travel to various places. She was devoted to her husband and family. She and Forrest celebrated over 70 years of marriage. Donations in her name may be made at the front desk in the Valley Art Gallery. FORREST E. BUMP, 94, a longtime resident of Forest Grove, died April 27, 2015. Dr. Bump was born Nov. 7, 1920, in Forest Grove where he was raised. He graduated from Forest Grove High School in 1938 and Pacific University in 1941. He met Rosemary Joubert at Pacific University and they were married Aug. 13, 1944, at St. Lukes Episcopal Church in Louisville, Ken., where he studied at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He graduated in 1945. He settled with Rosemary in Forest Grove and began his medical practice in 1950. Altogether, he served the Forest Grove community for 53 years. He was a strong community supporter and helped found Tuality Community Hospital in Hillsboro and St. Bede’s Episcopal Church in Forest Grove. He co-founded the Tualatin Valley Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society and enjoyed plant collections trips to Sikkim, Tibet and China. He served on the Forest Grove School board for two years and was a member of Holbrook Masonic Lodge No. 30, Forest Grove. His many contributions to Forest Grove and his support of Valley Art Association leave us a generous legacy. Donations in his memory may be made at the front desk in the gallery at 2022 Main St.
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OF SPECIAL NOTE... Coming in September— Featured work by Irilla Swanson, Joanie Lilja and JoAnn Wellner. Save the date for their Artist Reception on Saturday, Sept. 12.
Join us for First Wednesday on July 1
We will be hosting Carlton Cellars for wine tasting, offering snacks and you’ll get a first look at the new Featured Artist Show!
We’re open until 8:00 p.m. on the FIRST WEDNESDAY of each month. Please join us!