The many compliments about the quality of our recent show leaves no doubt that it was one of our best yet.  Thanks to all who worked (it didn’t seem to end). John and Suzi Gabb for being chairmen, Barb Brummer and Nancy Guilliams for the reception(hospitality) all the sitters, hangers, to Dale Wagoner for handling flats and to the judge, Christopher Troutman. I am sure someone has been left out,unintentionally, and I apologize .

While the show was winding down on Saturday the Artisan Fair was in full swing at the Courthouse. The EAG hosted an event at the Children’s tent again this year. Kristen Pryor, Chris Detwiler, Kim Kobler and myself  helped  200+ children make a sand art creation in a plastic, shaped bottle attached to a necklace. It was a well received craft and the kids really enjoyed the star, pony, baseball, etc. craft.

The ARC auction made over $3,000 for it’s art program. We couldn’t have done it without the support of EAG artists. Thanks to all who donated and realize you are our angels. It seems we are asked to donate often but the smiling faces of the ARC consumers when they are painting and showing their art make it a worth while donation.  Thanks to Chris Detwiler, Carolyn Lambert, Sandra Lautrup, Barb Brummer, John Gabb, Clare Smith(we miss you), Kim Kobler, Dixie Petticrew, Jan Von Bokel and myself. There are others who were generous and we appreciate you all.

This is an important meeting with  the election of officers. There will be a discussion on the general format of the meetings and your input will be  appreciated.

A special thanks to Barbara Brummer for not hesitating to be the interim treasurer. It was a relief to have such a smooth transition and she volunteered. Bob Reisling felt he needed to resign before the show due to the possibility of liability. We respect his wishes.

May’s program will feature Ben Cohen, full time instructor of art at Lake Land College. Mr. Cohen was unable to present at the April meeting and has rescheduled to May. The program will feature his art and plein aire painting.

Women Artists from the Civil War to World War II will be displayed. The majority of the women were from the Chicago area . The works include many styles including Midwest Impressionism, Expressionism, Modernism, Surrealism and American Scene.

Attached is an entry form. Click to download images to

F.A.C.E. (Fine Arts, County Effingham) -  Best In Show Award Winner:
Artist:  John Gabb, Effingham IL   …   “MOROCCAN BAZAAR”  – OIL

Dr. Paul & Myra Oltman Peoples – Choice Award Winner:
Artist:  Justin Armstrong, Kinmundy IL   …   “THE SULLEN ONE”  -  PASTEL

Jim & Laura Schultz – 1st Place Professional Award Winner:
Artist:  Nick Walk, Sigel IL   …   “HOLD’EM or FOLD’EM”  -  LITHOGRAPH

Taylor Law Offices – 1st Place Amateur Award Winner:
Artist:  Matt Taylor, Effingham IL   …   “MOTHER”  -  CHARCOAL

Jeff Speer – RE / MAX KEY ADVANTAGE – 1st place Photography Award Winner:
Artist:  Charles Holland, Centralia IL   … “THIS IS MY BODY”

W.S. Broom Furniture – 2nd Place Professional Award Winner:
Artist:  Todd Stokes, Dennison IL   …   “CONCEPTUAL STAGING”  -  MIX.MEDIA

Geraldine Hecht Memorial Award (Dan Hecht Chevrolet & Toyota) – 2nd Place Amateur Award Winner:
Artist: James Graham, MD, Effingham IL   …   “STONE DRAPES”  -  OIL

James Graham, MD – 2nd Place Photography Award Winner:
Artist:  William Snyder, Salem IL   …   “QUIET CABIN”

Drs. Stand & Nanci Huels – 3rd Place Professional Award Winner:
Artist:  Jan VonBokel, Effingham IL   …   “POWER of NOW”  -  ACRYLIC

Dr. Jay & Kristan Swanson – 3rd Place Amateur Award Winner:
Artist:  Sharon Moss, St. Elmo IL   … “TALL VASE”  POTTERY

Janet McDaniel …  4 X 4 Headquarter – 3rd Place Photography Award Winner:
Artist:  Donna Goff, Olney IL   …   “NO LIMITS”

Merit Awards