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October Lunch and Program

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Published: Sat. Oct 6, 2018

Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Board Meeting at 11:00
Luncheon and General Meeting at 12:00

Greek Islands
3821 Center Street – Banquet Room
Order from the menu

In order to give the restaurant a count, please make reservations by Monday October 22nd. If space is needed for the program only and no meal, make reservation as such.

Contact Carol McCall at 402-499-7071 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

Program Speaker

Katrina Methot Swanson, former OAI President speaking about her journey; as a child watching her mother paint to today’s oil paintings of cityscapes. The theme is often the Old Market, which include a kaleidoscope of feeling, colors and repeated shapes, shadows in the form of architectural scenes, vintage neon signs, old bicycles and chairs. Her speech will include how a stroke and cancer did not stop her journey on a road to success. 

Fun Shop: The Art of Altered Books with Kristy McKamy

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Category: Fun Shops

Published: Sat. Oct 6, 2018

Wednesday, October 17, 2018 9:00 am 

Lutheran Church of the Master - 114th and Center - Omaha, NE 

Members $4 / Non-Members $5 Bring snack to share – coffee/water is provided 

The Art of Altered Books: 

Kristy McKamy, a recently retired teacher with Millard Public Schools (33 years) is teaching us how to transform an ordinary book into a piece of art. Now that Kristy is retired, she is teaching swim lessons at the Little Waves Family Swim School, owned by herself and husband, Mike McKamy. This Omaha native likes to keep busy with numerous projects. Pick up a book from the Dollar Store or a thrift shop and join us for some fun. 

Supplies: 

• A hardcover book of at least 350 pages 
• Scissors 
• Centimeter Ruler 
• Mechanical Pencil (a sharp/point line is needed) 

Courtesy and Membership Notes

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Published: Sat. Oct 6, 2018

Handmade cards were sent to the following:

Welcome to: Kathryn Riesz Schapper, Sue Van Doren and Madalyn Bruning. 

Get Well to: Husband of Cecilia Hiebner. 

Welcome New Members

See the members roster or emailed newsletter for contact information. Online roster requires a user name and password.

• Dottie Seymour
• Abby Williams
• Bruce Clawson
• Garry Feltus

Art Show News

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Category: Art Show News

Published: Sat. Oct 6, 2018

Fall Show

On a rainy cool day, thirty-nine artists braved the elements and came to Gallery 92 in Fremont to enter our Omaha Artists, Inc. Fall Art Show. We had sixty-eight lovely entries. Our judge, Barb Simcoe who is an instructor in the UNO Art Department spent a great deal of time selecting the best of the best. So congratulations to the winners, and hope everyone will make it to the reception on Friday, October 5 from 5 - 7. 

See winning entries.

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Art Bridge

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Published: Sat. Oct 6, 2018

Our first lesson for the school year was September 12th, with a mixed media underwater scene. The total number of ESL students attending was 36 in two classes. In the next lesson we will be making 3-D pumpkins on October 10th. Classes are at Augustana Lutheran Church, 3647 Lafayette Ave, the corner of 38th and Lafayette. We start at 9:00 am, on the second Wednesday of each month during the OPS school year.

Opportunities

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Published: Sat. Oct 6, 2018

The Omaha Summer Arts Festival wants to showcase local artists. If interested artist applications are available for the 2019 Omaha Summer Arts Festival. Apply at https:www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=6921. The application/jury fee until October 19, is $25.00 (with $5.00 off coupon code “OMAHABIRD19). As of October 20 through January 10th is $30.00, and late entry fee is $40.00 with deadline of January 18. Any questions contact Roxanne at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Elizabeth at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

On Saturday, October 11th, Becky Kinloch is teaching a class on abstracts. Starting at 9:00 am and ongoing to when done, the fee is $25.00 at Fine Arts on Fifth, Malvern, Iowa. Any questions call Marge Boska, at 402-679-8914. 

Linda Bernett is teaching a class on mixed media on gourds Saturday October 13th, at Gallery 92 in Fremont, Nebraska. Hours are 9:30 to 3:30. Any questions email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 712-435-9723 cell, or home 712-566-2322. 

September Board Meeting Notes

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Published: Sat. Oct 6, 2018

On September 26th, at Charlies on the Lake, the meeting was called to order by President, Katie Johnson. 

Treasurer report of $6,421.00 by Jo Anne Nielsen. 

Committee Reports: 

ANAC: Jo Anne Nielsen reported the Conference will be held June 19-21, 2019 in Albion Nebraska. The judge will be Joanne Fullerton. Dick Brown advised what ANAC is. 

Art Shows: Gallery 92 show, in Fremont, registration is Monday, October 1st from 11:00-1:00. Reception will be Friday, October 5 from 5:00-7 pm, with take down Monday, Oct 28 from 11-1:00. The winter show will be at the Jewish Community Center show with registration on February 1st from 11-1, and reception Sunday, February 10 from 2-4:00. With take down February 28 from 11-1:00. Our spring show will be at Hot Shops with the theme of Childhood Summers. Registration will be April 30, 11-1:00. The reception will be held on May 5 from 2-4:00, and take down May 28 from 11-1:00. 

Community Art Bridge: Linda Bernett reported there were 36 ESL students who created a mixed media underwater scene project. The October class will be 3-D pumpkins. She requested volunteers. 

Courtesy: Barbara Mathewson sent out one thinking of you and three welcome cards. 

Fun Shop: Our vice president reported 18 artists attended the plein air Fun Shop at Sharon Clawson’s property. Kristy McKamy will lead the October Fun Shop with “Altered Books.” 

Host/Hostess: Carol McCall announced next month’s meeting will be held at Greek Isles. 

Membership: Susan Stevens reported we currently have 132 members. 

Website: Susan Stevens reviewed the links on the club’s website. She also informed the club members to contact her with any problems, concerns, or questions about the website. 

Programs: Barbara Egr announced Katrina Swanson will be next month’s program’s artist. She will share her inspiring personal journey of being an artist. 

Vice President: Barbara Egr announced that the roster will be printed very soon. 

New Business: Marilyn Beig, will be stepping down as Fun Shops hostess at this time. We ask for some-one to please step up and help in this area. Please contact Katie Johnson if you would be willing to serve in this way. 

Motion to adjourn – Jo Anne Nielsen
Second motion – Barbara Mathewson 

Upcoming Member Shows

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Published: Sat. Sep 29, 2018

Expressions in Fiber Art VI

Connect Gallery – 3910 Leavenworth
October 3 – November 3, 2018
Opening, Oct 12, 5:30-9:00pm
Fashion Show, Oct 20, 6:30 – Refreshments, 7:00 Show, Shopping to FollowOAI Artists
OAI aartists participating: Carol Fettin, Dorothy Tuma

Celebrating 20 years of Art at Josie Harper House Fund Raiser

Hot Shops Art Center – Nicholas Street Gallery – 1301 Nicholas Street
November 1-25, 2018
Opening Nov 4, 2:00-4:00pm
OAI artists participating – Marilyn Beig, Barbara Bishop, Pat Lontor, Duane Pieper, Albert Rhea, Tom Readon, Dorothy Tuma, Sara Wamsat

After 20 years of curating the art into the Hospice House, this is my retirement last hurrah!  Please join us and raise funds for the Hospice House.

Dorothy Tuma

President's Message for September

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Published: Fri. Aug 31, 2018

It seems just yesterday that we enjoyed fabulous food, fun, fellowship and the installation of officers at the Soaring Wings Vineyard in June. How did the days of summer slip away so quickly and already it is the scent of football in the air? It also signals a new year for Omaha Artists, Inc. with a new schedule of Fun Shops, Programs and Art Shows about to begin. Fun Shops are usually the 3rd Wednesday of each month and General Meetings and Programs the 4th Wednesday of each month. Our Fall Art Show is in October, 2018 in Fremont at Gallery 92. These events are detailed in this and every newsletter. A gentle reminder that memberships must be current by September 24th to be eligible to enter the Fall Art Show.

Thank you again for the faith you have placed in me and for the privilege to serve as your president. I welcome your ideas and suggestions. I will strive to do my best while keeping in mind the future of OAI. As of this date, OAI has 122 active members with a small army of volunteers forming committees and the board. Without these dedicated volunteers, we would not be able to be a creative force in the Omaha Metro Area let alone enable our members to learn, experience new ideas, build lifetime friendships and exhibit art. So, a big thank you to the Omaha Artists Inc Board, Chairpersons and Committees.

I look forward to seeing you soon!

Katie Johnson
Omaha Artists Inc. President

"I am seeking. I am striving. I am in it with all my heart." ~~~~Vincent Van Gogh

September Lunch and Program

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Published: Fri. Aug 31, 2018

Wednesday, September 26, 2018
Board Meeting at 11:00
Luncheon and General Meeting at 12:00

Charlie's On the Lake – Banquet Room
4150 So. 144th St, Omaha, NE

Order off the menu.

The reservation deadline is Monday, September 24th. If you miss the deadline, you may still attend. If space is needed for
program but no meal, make your reservation as such.

Make reservations at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Carol McCall at 402-499-7071

Program

We are honored having join us, Heidi Walz, Sr. Project Manager – VGA Event Management
and Liz Kerrigan, Vice President, Omaha Arts Festival Board.

Learn about the 45th Omaha Arts Festival in 2019 and the ways for local artists to participate.
VGA strives to feature local artists through their Art Seen and Gallery One programs. Encouraging local
youth to become artists and art appreciators though the Young Artist Exhibition and Art Collector in Training
programs.