I.A.S.G. - The International Artists Support Group

IASG at MOCA - Feb 2-24

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Linda (past executive director) and Julian (past president) enjoying a relaxing evening at the opening.

IASG Artists, Marvin and Alice Santos, Natalya Parris, Marilyn Hayes, Sandi Miller, Holly Adams, Marcela Dorantes, Mara Odette, Marielle Mariano, Margery Gordon, Julian Oteyza and Linda Pirrone made the opening a special evening and continued the "Ripple Effect" from last year's successful exhibits.

Linda , Marvin and Alice (from left to right)

Don't miss the closing party on Friday, Feb 23, 6- 9 pm to stay connected and talk about future shows.

If you are dyslexic, Alice, Marvin and Linda from (right to left)

MOCA Director David Quammen admiring his gallery filled with excellent art. Contact him for the next show at www.mocadc.org

Exhibit with Linda and Julian at the "Erotica" show next month.

Sculptors and hopefully future members, Ken Gwira and Steve Jennings with Linda and Natalya.

Some excellent art includi
ng Sandi Miller's masterpiece (extreme right.)

Holly Adams beautiful painting (extreme right)

Marielle Mariano just keeps on growing and experimenting.

"Welcome 2007" Party at MOCA

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The party was great! Great way to start the year! We missed the rest of you.

Thank you David for allowing IASG to hold the party at the beautiful Museum of Contemporary Art Gallery .

Front row: Mark Planisek and Julian Oteyza
Back row: George Elliott III, Howard Fleming, Bing Huang, Ai-Wen Kratz, Natalya Parris, Jenufa Kent, Marielle Mariano, Elba Molina, Linda Pirrone

Missing from photo: Daniel Shay,Gary Henrickson, Lilian Abensohn, David Harwell, Marilyn Hayes

Jenufa, Linda, DK with his incredible art, Natalya, Howard and George

Elba, David Quammen, Natalya, Linda and Gary

Ai-Wen loading up with the help of dependable Rudiger.

IASG New Year's Eve Celebration (click on images to enlarge)

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Linda Pirrone, Julian Oteyza, Natalya Parris and Marilyn Hayes

Linda Pirrone, Natalya Parris and Minerva Rosenthall

Knox Hayes, Marilyn Hayes, Terry Dela Santa, John Mallon, Linda Pirrone and Cugie Dela Santa Singing their hearts out.

Front row: Maurese Owens, Jennie Illustre, Marilyn Hayes, Linda Pirrone and Kevin Owens Back row: Ernie Cordero, Minerva Rosenthall, Phil Lopez, Terry Dela Santa, Knox Hayes, Natalya Parris, Kitty Walthall

Press Release: Behind the Mask Exhibit

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What?: Behind the Mask – An art exhibit sponsored by the International Artists Support Group, Inc. Over fifty artists representing countries all over the world have created work specifically for this exhibit.

Where? Asian Fusion Gallery, 15 E 40th St. New York, NY 10016 (212) 679-8833 http://www.acclub.org/

When? December 11 – 30, 2006
***Opening Reception: Friday, December 15, 2006, 6:00 – 8:00 pm***

Participating Artists List :Holly Adams . Margo Arnold . Debby Brisker Burke . Paul Cabezas . Rita Cacas . Mirja Clement . Sharon Bartel-Clements . Josie Lim Cruz . Teodoro dela Santa . Trinidad Eckstein . Anthony Elacion . George Elliott III . Edna Emmet . Howard Fleming . David Harwell . Marilyn Hayes . Dawn Henning . Gary Henrickson . Eva Holz . Irene Liu Hou . Bing Jib Huang . Sushil Kalra . Jenufa Kent . Arrik Kim . Ai-Wen Wu Kratz . Joseph LoGuirato . Bertrand Mao . Marielle Mariano . Amy Marx . Elba Molina . Emilia Monroy . Bent Axel Oleson . Julian Oteyza . Mae Palaci . Satish Parekh . Natalya Parris . Linda Pirrone . Mark Planisek . Marion Redlich . Reynaldo Reyes . Mark Rooney . Zakhar Sasim . Dan Shay . Dante Shay . Ginevra Shay . Luba Sterlikova . Xie Tianzi . Iskander Ulumbekov . Lien Yao

IASG artists have worked over the past several months to create a show based on the “Mask” as a metaphor. The mask has a tranformative power when it becomes a metaphor, a container for the process. Through photography; oil on canvas; collage; mixed media and sculpture the participants strive to answer the questions: Who are we? What are the masks of self, of Divinity we call "I"? Is this face my own? Is this face mine, or is it the "other"? What lies beneath the last mask? IASG artists put this creativity to work and now invite you to view their work in support of the theme, “Behind the Mask.”
You may find more information about IASG, its past exhibits and upcoming activities by visiting the Blog: http://iasg.blogspot.com/. IASG is interested in welcoming new members and membership application information is located on the blog or you may write to the address below.

Questions and Contact Information:Julian Oteyzo, President, I.A.S.G., c/o IASG, 6312 Seven Corners Center, Falls Church, VA 22044 . Phone: (703) 969-5469, Email: joteyza@verizon.net

Invitation to the IASG New York Exhibit

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"Behind the Mask" December 11-30, 2006
Asian Fusion Gallery, 15 E 40th St., New York, NY 10016
(212) 679-8833 . www.acclub.org.
Opening Reception: Friday, December 15, 6:00 - 8:30 pm

Draft of Minutes- IASG Board Meeting, Friday, Aug 25, 2006

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Draft of Minutes--IASG Board Meeting
Friday, August 25, 2006 at 1020 N. Quincy Street

The meeting began at 6:30 pm.

IASG board members attending: Julian Oteyza, Linda Pirrone, Bing Huang, Nabil Makar, Wallace Dickson, Howard Fleming, Gary Henrickson.

Agenda:

Old Business--

1) The minutes of the previous meeting, July 1, 2006, at Union Station, were approved as read.

2) Wallace Dickson presented a 30-day bank account summary as of August 25, 2006. The Wachovia account has been closed, and assets have been transferred to Chevy Chase Bank. Wallace will provide a complete treasurer's report within 60 days.

Wallace also suggested that the membership database might be used to make follow-up calls for members who have not submitted their membership fees.

3) Howard Fleming and Linda Pirrone provided an update on the Martin Luther King , Jr., Memorial Library show.

4) Linda Pirrone distributed copies of the IASG bylaws and suggested that the board review them and consider whether changes are necessary. Linda also offered to forward bylaws by email to anyone requesting same.

5) Nabil Makar presented an informal report on his and Marvin Santos' work on proposed membership categories. He suggested that the board consider several categories of membership including (1) professional, (2) honorary, (3) amateur, (4) senior, (5) student, and (6) family. Nabil also suggested that it might be well to create an admissions committee to control membership in IASG, that IASG shows should be juried, and that the members of the board should represent the organization's international character.

Howard Fleming proposed that the full report be distributed for comment; the board agreed and looks forward to receiving the report.

6) Linda Pirrone distributed flyers on the Chalk4Peace art project to take place September 16-17, 2006. Linda requested that any members who participate provide her with the relevant details and photographs for posting on the IASG blog and website and inclusion in the next newsletter as a global outreach program.

7) Howard Fleming reported on plans for the "Behind the Mask" exhibit in New York City planned for November 1-15, 2006. Plans involve the exhibit itself, a costume ball reception, travel arrangements, and invitations to local schools, colleges, and businesses.
Linda Pirrone suggested that artists' outings might be included to offer IASG members an opportunity to sketch, take photos and paint while in the city.

Julian Oteyza will ask for volunteers to assist in planning the various activities in the next IASG newsletter. Julian also reported that 30 pieces have already been accepted for the exhibit.

8) Linda Pirrone noted that some artists had not yet retrieved works submitted for previous shows.

Nabil Makar proposed requiring a modest storage fee for unclaimed works.

Linda suggested inventorying the current unclaimed work as agreed in the previous board of directors meeting on July 1st, and then contacting artists to arrange retrieval of the artwork.

9) Linda Pirrone distributed the descriptions of officers' positions as they exist in the current bylaws and asked the board to consider whether these descriptions needed to be revised.

10) Since George Elliot III was absent, his report on the value of IASG membership was tabled until a future board meeting.

11) Linda Pirrone suggested that a members' meeting be held in October. Howard Fleming proposed that the meeting be held at the National Gallery cafeteria. After some discussion, it was agreed that a members' meeting would be held at the National Gallery on September 23, 2006, at 10 am, preceded by a board meeting.

12) Linda Pirrone reported on Children's Day at the Philippine Embassy. Participating artists have the opportunity to sponsor prizes for children's art projects and to meet the competing child artists. The program will take place on the first or second weekend in October pending approval of the newly appointed Ambassador.

Linda also reported that the Philippine Young Professionals (FYP) have offered IASG a free table for member recruitment and art display at their upcoming event on October 7, 2006 at Lisner auditorium. IASG artists have also been offered the opportunity to include their business cards in the program for a tax deductible sliding fee based on size of the souvenir program.

New business--

1) The board discussed attending a grants workshop at the Foundation Center. Gary Henrickson agreed to continue researching grant possibilities for IASG. In addition, the board discussed the possibility of seeking a permanent studio and/or exhibition space for IASG in the metro area.

2) Howard Fleming reminded the board that it had offered modest scholarships ($100-$200) for art students from local schools in previous years. The board was generally receptive to this idea, but no definitive plans were made.

3) The next meeting of the board will precede the next members' meeting which is to be held at 10 am at the National Gallery Cafeteria (near the waterfall) on Saturday, September 23, 2006.

Respectfully submitted,

Gary P. Henrickson
Secretary, IASG

August 27, 2006

Minutes from the Board Meeting last July

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Board approved Minutes - I. A. S. G. Board meeting
Saturday, July 1, 2006 1:00 p.m. at Union Station

The meeting began at 1:20 p.m. I. A. S. G. Board members attending the meeting were: George Elliott III, Julian Oteyza, Linda Pirrone, Helen Claire Sedgley, Bing Huang, Nabil Makar, and Marvin Santos. The group agreed to hold an informal meeting.
After review the minutes were approved with 1 correction.
The I. A. S. G. treasurer was unavailable for this meeting, but provided a balance in the I. A. S. G. bank account of a little over $6,000. After a brief discussion board members agreed to table any further discussion until the next board meeting.
The next item on the agenda was a request from the president and executive director to canvas the board concerning the interest in a grant writing/proposal workshop. The board unanimously agreed that such a workshop would be of value to members and the organization and will discuss further at a subsequent board meeting.
After a lively discussion about maintaining a healthy membership roster board members Nabil Makar and Marvin Santos agreed to study different membership categories and return to the board with recommendations and justifications for a variety of membership categories that would reflect compliance with the IASG bylaws.
George Elliott III agreed to write an article for an upcoming newsletter that could also be incorporated into an I. A. S. G. brochure about the value of membership in the organization.
The next item of discussion was the upcoming Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library show. All aspects of the show were discussed including the hanging of the exhibit (George Elliott III, Julian Oteyza and Linda Pirrone volunteered to hang the exhibit); the opening reception where Margo Arnold agreed to give a brief talk about the founding of I. A. S. G.; press coverage, (Linda Pirrone volunteered to write press releases and assemble press packages upon request); and the possibility of holding workshops in the meeting rooms adjacent to the exhibit throughout the month of July. After agreement was reached that IASG member Rita Cacas had done an outstanding job on the website, it was agreed that a certificate of appreciation would be presented to her at the exhibit opening. Linda Pirrone and Julian Oteyza will handle this.
The next item on the agenda was a discussion of our current bank account balance and the expense of printing copies vs. an online pdf version with the ability to print copies for those who still desire hard copy. The board unanimously supported this suggestion.
The board discussed, at length, the return of artwork after exhibits. Margo Arnold still has art work from previous exhibits but the board agreed to assume she had communicated with the artists. Nabil Makar agreed to prepare an inventory of the art in his possession from the Egypt show and re-show so board members can systematically contact artists and return the work. Julian Oteyza is still returning artwork from the Miami show and will continue to contact the artists until all the work has either been returned or the artist has agreed to leave the artwork for an upcoming exhibit.
Linda Pirrone and Julian Oteyza asked the board for permission to approach the membership about sponsoring a cash prize for the Philippine-American Foundation for Charities, Inc., recent art contest. Children competing in the contest covered the age spectrum of 3 – 16 years of age and interpreted the theme: “100 Years of Creative Unity in the Community”. Sponsorship would allow IASG artist to underwrite one cash award in one of the four age categories. First prize is $50.00; Second prize is $35.00 and third prize is $25.00. When the children receive the check for their prize they would also receive an artist’s bio to introduce them to their sponsor. In October, during Children’s Heritage Day at the Philippine Embassy, the children would have an art exhibit of their winning drawing and an opportunity to meet the artist who sponsored their prize. The board approved this initiative. More details will be forthcoming at subsequent meetings.
The board discussed the upcoming exhibit and opening reception in New York on November 3rd. After a lively discussion of themes the board agreed to continue to identify a theme that would reflect a costumed reception. Several board members mentioned the work of Howard Fleming, “Behind the Mask” but didn’t feel it was appropriate to use the title without seeking prior approval. The call for art was first sent in June. A follow up will be sent each month. Julian Oteyza has sent the call for art and is collecting the artwork and artist’s bios. Entertainment is lined up for the opening reception and more discussion will follow at subsequent meetings.
Under the new business discussion the board discussed
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned and the board toured the global children’s art exhibit in the Union Station.

Submitted by Linda Pirrone

Extended Deadline for New York Exhibit in November

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Call for Entries
Show Theme: Behind the Mask

Is this photograph a mask or a bridge over tranquil water?
(taken by Julian in Hawaii)

*The mask is its own entity. It is also a profound metaphor. Who are we? What are the masks of self, of Divinity we call "I"? Is this face my own? Is this face mine, or is it the "other"? What , then, does "other" look like? What lies beneath the last mask? As we search for identity, we see that we have worn many, many masks in our lives, masks within masks, the masks of our multidimensional and layered selves.

* So, who are we? Have we confused the role and the play, the mask and costume with the creative spirit behind them? If we put this creativity to work, we may discover the true mask,i.e., the mask of the unmasked self.

* As a zen roshi once said to his student, "Show me your face before you were born."

* The mask has a tranformative power when it becomes a metaphor, a container for the process. The way this happens in a workshop setting is by using emerging emotions, messages,symbols or shifts in energy to get n touch with the unlived part of ourselves that we are ready to manifest.

* We go within to access hidden information: Shamanic Breathwork and journey, dreams, stream of consciuos writing, meditation, art work, medicine walks, sweat lodge, drumming and dance are just some of the methods used for crossing the threshold into the unconscious.

Share with us your interpretation of the mask. It basically means that what you have created so far came from behind your mask.

Asian Fusion Gallery 15 E 40th St.
New York, NY 10016
(212) 679-8833 www.acclub.org

MLK Library Opening is Spectacular! (click on images to enlarge)

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Participating artists who attended the inspiring opening: from left to right, front row: Marielle Mariano, Natalya Parris, Howard Fleming, Margo Arnold, Josie Lim Cruz, Genevra Shay, Margery Gordon, Virgilio Rollamas (back row) Julianne Musgrave, Linda Pirrone, Sedgley Claire, Dante Shay, Dan Shay and Farida Badalova (Bing Jib-Huang arrived late from Japan)

The Opening went without a hitch. There was a continuous slide show of the Visions Gallery show, The works at the MLK show and photographs of the childrens art from the Philippine Festival.

Margo Arnold was the special guest. She told the huge crowd about the history of IASG.

We encourage members, friends and guests to visit the show which has been extended till August 15. Special thanks to members who attended the show even if they did not participate in the exhibit and also to those who brought food and drink.
New York in November should even be more spectacular! The theme is "Behind the Mask" and the opening is a costume party. Sincerely Julian Oteyza and Linda Pirrone

MLK Exhibit Kickoff Party at Manila Cafe was a Blast

2006-07-09T04:23:00.000-07:00

IASG artists showed up at Manila Cafe, in Springfield , VA last night to kickoff the spectacular exhibit at Martin Luther King library in Washington, DC. The library officials extended the show which was originally scheduled from July 6 till July 29 till August 16 to allow more people to experience the unusual show.

First time sing along performers Natlaya Parris and Dan Shay joined Julian and Linda and the rest of the crowd in some inspired songs.

Congratulations MLK Exhibitors...The show looks great!

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Eighty great paintings, photographs, collages and sculptures that will amaze you!
Invite as many people as you can to our opening reception on Wednesday, July 12, 6:30 - 8:30
to show the wealth of talent in the IASG membership. We even recruited some while we were hanging. Thanks George Elliott for helping us unload, catalog and hang the show! Don't forget to join us for the MLK Kickoff party at Manila Cafe, 7020 Commerce St., Springfield, VA 22150 (703) 644-5825, this Saturday, July 8, 9pm - 1 am. We will light a candle for every artist who appears.
Sincerely, Julian and Linda (703) 969-5469

Call for Entries for New York Exhibit, Nov 1-16, 2006

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Asian Fusion Gallery Director Meng Bi, Book Publisher Victoria Mascetta of Sorrell Publishing Company, IASG New York Representative Emilia Monroy and IASG Executive Director Linda Pirrone, checking out the cool space that Emilia recommended.

New York Manhattan Hall
Come relax or take a stroll through our 3500 square foot exhibition hall (280 feet in diameter by 14 feet in height), which is available for art shows, film screenings, performances, conferences, classes, etc. The Manhattan Hall is comprised of two separate rooms --- the Queens Room and the Brooklyn Room. The area includes track lighting, audio/video projectors, a multimedia mixer and 24 hour security surveillance. There are two halls that can be rented separately, (front hall 2,300 square feet, back hall 1,200 square feet) Learn more about the Asian Fusion Gallery at www.acclub.org
　
IASG is all set for a show from Nov 1 - 15, 2006. The opening reception will be a costume party. Please submit your names by August 31, 2006 to Julian Oteyza as soon as possible at joteyza@verizon.net or call at (703) 969-5469. Space is limited. It will cost $100 per artist for one painting no larger than 24" x 36" or two small ones measuring around 18" x 24". The forms will be mailed to you soon.

New York City ...Here We Come!

2006-06-10T09:36:00.000-07:00

One more chance to exhibit in the US before we take the shows out of the country. One more chance to get our act together to make sure we don't ran into any problems with venues and damaged art.
We have a venue at the Asian Fusion Gallery , 15 E 40th Street, 10016 (212) 679-8833 , Nov 1 - Nov 15, 2006. Linda and I visited the space. Like we promised....no more shows unless we know the name of the venue, the director and see the space no matter where in the world.
Meanwhile let's concentrate on the Martin Luther King show and prove that we are a professional group so we can go International again with confidence.

Martin Luther King Library Exhibit - July 6-29, 2006

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An opportunity to particiate in art exhibits by the International Artists Support Group, which mainly focuses on organizing shows outside of the United States, to bring artists around the world... together.

IASG 2006 , Washington, DC
Embracing Our Diversity II
Martin Luther King Jr Library
901 G st NW, Washington, DC 20001
July 6 - 29
Opening Reception: Wednesday, July 12, 6:30 - 8:30
Installation date: July 5 , Take down: July 31

Exhibitor Listing:

Daniel Shay
Ginevra Rose Shay
Dante Brandt Shay
Athena Magcase Lopez
Josie Lim Cruz
Mel Vera Cruz
Melissa Nolledo-Christoffels
Aina Nergaard-Nammack
Jose Luis Lazaro Ferre
Farida Badalova
Holly Pagel Adams
Emilia Monroy
Trinidad Eckstein
Amanda Lopez
Bent Axel Oleson
Marilyn Hayes
Bing Jib-Huang
Virgilio Rollamas
Marvin Santos
Linda Pirrone
Elba Molina
Howard Fleming
Sam Noto
Mae Palaci
Ai-Wen Kratz
Natalya Parris
Marielle Mariano
Margery Gordon
Julian Oteyza
Kevin Owens
Julie Fuchs Musgrave
Kevin Owens
Sedgley Claire

Press Release for the Miami Art Exhibit

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PRESS RELEASE for Immediate Release Feb 28, 2006

What: The IASG Miami Exhibit - Embracing Our Diversity
Where: Museum of the Americas, Doral, FL
When: April 7 – 29, 2006, Reception: Friday, April 21, 6:30-10 pm

The International Artist Support Group (IASG) is taking its traveling exhibit to Miami and this exciting display is designed to highlight the global spirit of unity, creativity and love. This 501©3 organization is composed of artists from all over the globe and was formed 12 years ago in Washington, DC with the mission of providing an outlet for artistic creations that range from established and emerging artists to celebrate global artistic outreach through their art work. The group has exhibited in China, India, Russia, Egypt, United States, and has the Philippines, Australia, Argentina, Okinawa, Peru, Panama and other countries in their plans for future exhibitions.

The collected works in this exhibit will offer the viewer an opportunity to see a variety of subdued hues with minimalist lines and shapes; wildly dancing vivid colors with exuberant brush strokes; photographs of everyday objects that allow intricate design elements to interplay light and shadow; mystical metaphors in mixed media; and so many surprises you may want to speak to the artists to ask them about their creative inspiration. Many of the artists will travel to Miami for the opening reception on Friday, April 21st and would welcome an opportunity to answer your questions surrounded by the art that they have created and those of their fellow artists. Of course biographical and contact information will be available for the duration of the exhibit for each of the participating artists just in case the artwork is so thought provoking your questions bubble to the front of your mind and must be answered even after you’ve visited the exhibit.
You may find out more information about IASG, its past exhibits and upcoming activities by visiting the website: http://www.iasg.net/ or visit the Blog: http://iasg.blogspot.com/ . IASG is interested in welcoming new members and membership applications are located both on the website and the blog spot.

Feedback

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*Well done! I look forward to creating pictures on lucite for the traveling shows. I have a question??? How would 12 x 36 and 9 x 24 ....four each, fit with the new ideas? In other words cut each size in half width wise but the same length wise. Would that create a problem for shipping and showing and framing? Thank you so much for all of the new showing opportunities. I like the idea of having a few paintings with you, on hold for all of the shows. Good thinking.

*Thank you very much for your kind efforts and creative ideas
in leading the group.

*Hi! I think all of this sounds wonderful. I will start painting now!

*Thank you very much for your efforts in planning for quality IASG group exhibitions at respectable
sites. Your guidelines and suggestions are refreshing. You work hard and have invigorating ideas.
It is always difficult to lead, because as leaders, you will be working with a diverse group, although
collectively all are artists. Nevertheless, your good will is evident and will be fruitful at the end.

*Thank you for taking the time to think of new ways to expand IASG. However, I do not think you have the authority to require our artwork to meet any of these specifications. I think it is a well meaning but misconstrued idea.

*Hi Julian and Linda, your idea about standard frames sounds excellent. No doubt the details can be worked out later but I have some comments and questions. It seems ambiguous to say "each artist permitted at least two pieces of each size." This seems to allow for four pieces or could it be more than four. Also what about smaller frames. Places like Utrecht have stretched canvas of different sizes.Also what about watercolors that generally require plastic covering, mats and backing. Just some thoughts.

*Hey, Julian! This is great! What are you going to think of next? I'm really impressed with the energy and time you devote to giving such well-deserved value and prominence to your and other people's work all over planet earth. You're really in to one of life's joys: adventure and fulfillment as evidenced by the limitless boundaries which, under your leadership, you and this group are traversing. I've navigated the link and I must say everything I found there all adds up to an acknowledgment and enjoyment of one's sensitivity, promise, and potential. Everything is sacred, as all life is. Congratulations and more power to you and your group! -- Pio Acampado, Advertising Exec., J. Walter Thompson

An Invitation from the President and Executive Director and Call For Entries for the Miami Show in April

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Julian Oteyza, President
Linda Pirrone, Executive Director

Julian and Linda invite you to join IASG and experience the joy of seeing the world through traveling exhibits.

The 300 membership of IASG keeps on growing and we hope it grows even bigger with your help.

We have a lot of exciting shows and related activities planned for 2006 to hopefully inspire and motivate you into creating your best artwork.

We look forward to meeting you in person and experience your energy and make belonging to an art group a fun thing to do instead of feeling like another group meeting that you have to attend.

Sincerely,

Julian Oteyza, President (joteyza@verizon.net, 703-969-5469, www.guitaround.com)

Linda Pirrone, Executive Director (lpirrone@comcast.net,

703-819-6780), http://tutubiproductions.blogspot.com/

What Have We Done?

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Multi-Cultural Juried Exhibition, 1995. 60 artists. Juror: Kenneth Young

7th Street International, Washington, DC. 30 artists. Reviewed February by Eric Brace in the Washington Post. Curator: Tom Moriarty

IASG at MOCA, Washington, DC, August 1996. Reviewed August 5 by Michael O’Sullivan, The Washington Post, Curator Manon Cleary

Chung, Cleary, Balderson in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Sept 1996

7th Street International II, III, 1996, 1997, 1999, Washington DC

"Body and Self" show, February - March 2000, Cooper Street Contemporary Gallery, Memphis Tennessee. Jay Atkin, Gallery Director; Peter Lusk, juror; curators, Jaye Moscariello and Jay Atkins.

Delhi I, II, III, IV, New Delhi India, 1998 – 2005. Curator: Sushil Karla. Reshow in Washington metro area.

South Africa Represented, Washington, DC, May 1998. Co-sponsored: South African Embassy, Frieda Van Schalkwyk, Pretoria, South Africa

IASG at MOCA,Washington, DC, 104 artists exhibit. Curators: Clark and Felicity Hogan, August 2001. Featured on Around Town by Bill Dunlap, WETA TV

International Artists’ Expression of Culture, Embassy of Russia, Russian Culture Center, Washington, DC. March 2002, Juror: Komei Wachi, Gallery K.

IASG First Art Show in Beijing – In the year of the horse, Beijing, China, May 2002 . Organized by Bing-Jib Huang

IASG 10th Anniversary, Warehouse Gallery, Washington, DC, Spring 2003

IASG at MOCA 3 Washington, DC,Summer 2003. Curator: Felicity Hogan

IASG Exhibition for the 300th Anniversary of St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg, Russia, Fall, 2003. Organized by Carol Morgan, Luba Sterlikova. Reshow at the Russian Cultural Center, Embassy of Russia, January 2004

Vision Gallery 2005, Georgetown, Washington, DC. Organized by Richard Treanor

Egypt 2005, Cairo, Luxor, Aswan. Organized by Nabil Makar

Miami, FL 2006, Museum of Modern Art. Organized by Julian Oteyzaand Linda Pirrone

Washington, DC 2006, Martin Luther King Jr., Memorial Library. Organized by Julian Oteyza and Linda Pirrone

New York, NY 2006, Asian Fusion Gallery. Organized by Julian Oteyza and Linda Pirrone

What are our plans for 2006?

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April show: Museum of the Americas, Miami Florida http://www.museumamericas.org/

July show: Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Library, Washington, DC

November show: Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) , Washington, DC

Send us your suggested venues and contact information.

We are looking for an art space for a possible permanent gallery for IASG. Send us some leads.

We are accepting creative designs for IASG T-shirts and other merchandise to raise funds.

Board of Directors

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IASG Board of Directors
George Elliott III
Bahaa Faid
Howard Fleming
Bing-Jib Huang
Nabil Makar
Marvin Santos
Mary Wingfield
Gary Henrickson

IASG Officers
Julian Oteyza, President
Linda Pirrone, Executive Director
Wallace Gordon Dickson, Treasurer
Howard Fleming, Vice President Education
Nabil Makar, Vice President Foreign Exhibitions
Bahaa Faid, Vice President Domestic Exhibitions

Advisory Board
Margo Arnold, founder
Douglas M.Arnold, Ph. D.
Margo Arnold
James Burford
Y David Chung
William Dunlap
Tom Moriarty
Daniel B. Shay

Corporate Donors
D&D Beautiful Antiques
Mobil Oil Corporation
Plaza Artist Materials
Sir Speedy Printing
Snelling Personnel Services
McGraw-Hill Companies

Donors
Douglas M. Arnold, Ph. D
George Elliott III
Bing-Jib Huang
Carol Porter
Frances Washburn

Jurors
Clark
Manon Cleary Kijek
Val Lewton
Kenneth V. Young

Regional Directors
Belinda Hardman, Chicago
Sushil Karla, India
Lev Kipperman, Zvi Israel, Israel
Nabil Makar, Egypt
Emilia Monroy, New York
Bent Axel Oleson, Denmark
Al Robles Arias, Costa Rica, C.A.
Thea van Schalkwyk, S. Africa

Mission Statement

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Mission Statement

The International Artists Support Group is a non-profit arts organization composed of visual artists who have joined together in local chapters around the world to provide mutual support and to encourage the exchange of creative ideas and opportunities.

IASG holds meetings where, in an informal atmosphere, artists are able to get to know other artists and share information. Because the organization is an assembly of local chapters worldwide, members have the opportunity to network locally, nationally and internationally. Networking possibilities are facilitated through a monthly newsletter and an IASG website. The chapters are encouraged to sponsor shows, as well as alert other chapters of available exhibition opportunities. Education also plays an important role in the organization. Chapters host talks by local and visiting artists, sponsor gallery tours, and are committed to strengthening the role of the visual arts in their communities.

Board meeting at Margo Arnold's home - January 15, 2006

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Doug Arnold, Gary Henrickson, Margo Arnold, Wallace Dickson, Nabil Makar, George Elliott III, Linda Pirrone, Bing-Jib Huang

Some artwork from the Egypt Show 2005

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Vision Gallery Show 2005 - Washington, DC

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How Can I Join?

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Send your bio, statement, images, address, email address, website and any information about you that you wish to share.

Dues are $30 for one year, $55 for two years, $75 for three years.

Send your check to:

Julian Oteyza
6312 Seven Corners Center, #143
Falls Church, VA 22044

Phone: (703) 969-5469
E-mail: joteyza@verizon.net