HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-09-17 Arts Culture Commission MinutesEDINA ART CENTER BOARD
7:30 A.M.
September 17, 1992
Edina Art Center
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim VanValkenburg, Peter R. Spokes, Dee Dege,
Dodie Paul, Heather King, Liz Eisenbrey, and
Merry Krueger.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Sandy Clark, Arthur Dickey, Susan Kelm, and
Don Peddie
STAFF PRESENT: Diana Hedges, Bob Kojetin, and Solvei Swenson
Meeting called to order 7:37 a.m.
I. MINUTES
Dodie Paul MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES FROM JULY 16, 1992
MEETING. Dee Dege SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED.
II. HEATHER RANDALL KING
The board welcomed Ms. King as a new board member.
III. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
A. CELEBRATE THE ARTS
A letter to the volunteers from Andy Kibort, the silent
auction coordinator, is being sent. The auction still needs
set-up help.
Ticket prices were discussed. Ms. King MOVED TO HAVE THE
TICKET PRICES AT $50, $75, AND $100. Mr. Spokes SECONDED.
MOTION CARRIED.
B. FALL CLASSES
Ms. Hedges reported that it is a little early to tell how
the enrollment will be. Enrollment is down from the summer
by about 60 students. Some of that is due to reduced class
limits.
There is a two week break between Summer and Fall sessions.
Ms. Hedges suggested holding workshops during that time.
Ms. Krueger asked how Community Education's class enrollment
compare to the Art Center's. Ms. Hedges stated that a
comparison is hard since that Community Center doesn't pay
the instructors in the same way. So enrollment isn't as
important and class cancellations are handled differently.
Ms. Hedges stated that 80% to 90% of the Art Center classes
run. Mr. Kojetin stated that he would not like to see
classes canceled.
C. FINANCE/FUNDRAISING
The revenue is down and donations are down. The class ratio
was reduced to provide better instruction. There is an
increase in revenue from the Juried shows. The center is
now taxable on goods, which will have an effect on the
budget.
A suggestion to ask the service boards, Federated Women's,
Edina Foundation, for funding assistance. None of the
service organizations have been approached for a donation
for scholarships. Mr. Spokes will draft a letter.
D. OTHER
There will be a change in how the gallery is operated. The
artists will be responsible to do more of the work. They
will hang their own art and send their own invitations.
Openings will be advertised in the class bulletin instead of
mailing invitations. The students will be charged $3.00 per
entry.
There will be more group shows instead of one or two people
shows. Wine is now permitted for the Art Center to have at
openings.
Ms. King suggested that we do a fundraising supper in
conjunction with the Holiday Sale exhibit on November 8.
Liz Eisenbrey, Heather, Merry and Diana said they would be
hosts. They will meet soon to go over details.
5. MOLLIE'S ANNOUNCEMENT & GALLERY REPORT
Mollie has resigned. Her last day is right after the Juried
show, October 9.
Mr. VanValkenburg proposed a Resolution of Thanks and
Accommodation for the great job Mollie has done.
6. OTHER
Mr. VanValkenburg followed up on the paid advertising memo
from the last meeting. It was decided not to have any paid
advertising in the SUN at this time.
October 4 is Suzie Kelm's Opening.
ADJOURN 8:25 a.m.