Meeting Minutes:

IDAHO WATERCOLOR SOCIETY – BOARD MEETING

         Monday , January 12, 2026, 1:00-3:00 pm

Location: Home of Scott and Shaun Muscolo

  1. CALL TO ORDER – Scott Muscolo at 1:00 pm, First time new                                                                  President.
  2. ATTENDANCE – Scott Muscolo, Carol HasBrouck, Shaun Muscolo, Roy Gover, Jean Ah Fong, Beth Trott (Zoom) , Elizabeth Van Tassel, Cathy Anderson, Renee Galligher, Lynn McConnell, Cherry Woodbury, Linda Carlson, Karyn deKramer (Zoom), Les Scott (Zoom), Stan Cope (Zoom), Michelle George (Zoom).

III. Recording Secretary – Roy Gover

  1. The minutes were delayed, so Carol brought everyone a copy.
  2. Carol had a question on who was Lynn Johnson? Scott responded that she is the librarian for Lewiston. Renee has sent her a                         honorary membership.
  3. Minutes were approved by Scott, 2nd by Carol.
  4. Vice-President – Lynn McConnell
  5. The veterans’ art project first class will start tomorrow as planned.
  6. Lynn found Mary White started a foundation to help work with veterans with art projects.
  7. Idaho is the first state (In the nation) wide doing this work. The VA               provides watercolor classes for free.
  8. For Idaho first go round is Gail Greco and Larry Boyd.
  9. The classes are Tuesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 pm for 6 weeks. The classes are online. Also, the instructors have to be Vetted.
  10. The students are from the VA.
  11. This program is a big benefit for The Idaho Watercolor Society.
  12. On another matter, Lynn needs some direction on jurors to contact. Carol and Scott will meet with Lynn soon.
  13. Events/Shows and Workshops
  14. Beth – Rotunda show – update.
  15. As of Saturday we had 48 entries into the show. Also 8 have signed up, but not paid. I emailed them to let them know they                               need to pay. Their spots were not held for them.
  16. Cathy tried to enter the show, but ArtCall indicated the                                   show was full. Please let Beth know if you try again and don’t                           get in. ArtCall should be current for the Rotunda show.
  17. The music has not been confirmed, because the group will                                  not be available. Carol suggested Dwight Williams’ son and                            daughter may help with music. They might be available.
  18. Shaun said Meridian may be open for music from the City of Meridian’s group if asked. The city needs to verify if the group                             is booked. Shaun volunteered to follow up.
  19. Beth requested that someone take the responsibility to search for the music contacts.
  20. Cherry wanted to know if the music had to be on the same floor or can it be on the lower level? The answer is IWS would                                     like the music to be played in the alcove area on the show’s                                   floor.
  21. Beth would like to know what music group is available so she can get the group approved with the capitol. Usually 5 to 6                   in a group with chairs.
  22. Elizbeth said NNU has a group which may be open to play.
  23. Beth would like to have the Rotundra show dates included on the calendar of events ahead of time.
  24. Beth would also like to have a current list of 2026 memberships so she can verify entries are up to date. It would             make the qualifications quicker. Are we using a QR code?
  25. Beth would also like to put together a list of post volunteers for after the show.
  26. Carol – Annual Show
  27. ArtCall is set up for entries in the Annual Show. The entries will start on January 15th, 2026.
  28. The contract is signed by J.J. Jiang. J.J. is excited to come to our event.
  29. The information will be sent to Jane Shimon to get the word out.

4.The endorsement for a workshop for Stan Miller was sent                               out. Many other clubs expressed an interest.

  1. We are working on awards currently. One way to provide                                funds for awards is similar to $100 Club donation. This over the               years adds up to monies that can be used for award funds.                                    Only the principal from the funds is used for the awards. If                             true, IWS will investigate where monies come from.The Board                            would need to consider permission for the proposal.
  2. Cherry wanted to know if this proposal would include PAPI?
  3. Jean – The Annual workshop
  4. The date is the first week in June.
  5. The place is not set yet, but soon there will be a commitment. Hopefully it will be close to the Riverside.
  6. We are trying to find a hotel room where we can get a senior discount. This will be discussed later.
  7. The camera set up has not been figured out yet. Scott has the bill from the 2025 show. He will get the information to                            Jean.

VII. Corresponding Secretary – Linda Carlson

  1. Linda would like to know the latest addresses and emails as soon as possible. Renee will send her the information.
  2. Linda would like to have the Rotunda show dates and volunteers. Scott indicated he would let her know when he receives it.
  3. There are websits which do a recording of information for there sites, does IWS want to consider this?
  4. Do we have information on the 2027 artist/juror? Jean presently has a concern on costs. Carol, who is in contact with Geoff                               Allen, will contact Jean.

VIII. Membership Director – Renee Galligher

  1. Currently we have 207 memberships and 21 new to IWS memberships.
  2. Back in November we had 73 of those who had not renewed,                                 those 7 were out of state.  Also 81 have yet to renew.
  3. It may help if we change the sign-up dates for shows to March 1st every year.
  4. One item that may help is if the directory was published on January 1st each year. Now it’s published in April-May. The By-                                  Laws/Policy may need to be adjusted or changed.
  5. Another idea would be to put the directory online. This should be tabled for now.
  6. If we have a board honorary membership, then Renee needs to add a new password. Also, they should pay up front then                            Dennis reimburses them. Scott will be in touch with Dennis.
  7. Another idea is to have an honorary active student, etc. for new students.
  8. Scott thought maybe a complimentary membership might be available. That way, a paper trail can be confirmed. This could                                 be a one-year free membership.
  9. The Board needs a motion to approved it. 2nd by Jean. However, it should be written down and reviewed.
  10. The motion will be sent out when completed.
  11. Communications Director – Jane Shimon
  12. Not available.
  13. Newsletter Director – Elizabeth Van Tassel Editor
  14. elizabeth@treasuregems.com

B.Scott printed out an agenda which has her name and new title on it

  1. Elizabeth had questions on the submitting articles. The best way to review and confirm articles is to go through Jane Shimon.                         Also its a good idea to review prior items dates, and etc.
  2. Typically a minimum of 2 weeks to a month in advance, the information is requested and verified before publishing. The                                  newsletter is published every 3 months.
  3. Do we have enough information for the next newsletter? IWS will help with anything she may need.
  4. Michelle George would like to get some information in the next newsletter. Carol would like to spotlight a possible new region.
  5. The QR code is coming to an end, so maybe we should add an article on how to use one. This is a good idea.
  6. Are old newsletters available?
  7. WFWS Director – Shelly Johnson
  8. Not available

XII. SW Email Communication – Karyn deKramer

  1. The Boise Cascade update;
  2. The entry fees discussed maybe $15.00 for two entries. Or we might keep it to $10.00.
  3. ArtCall will cost $300. 00
  4. The show will accommodate 80 paintings, which means 40 to 45 entries.
  5. More discussion is needed to pin down the fees and entries.

XIII.    East Region – Les Scott.   

  1. The region has 3 shows planned: The College of Idaho, The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho, and one other. In late January we                                 will have the complete list.
  2. Currently we have 41 memberships from our area.
  3. We can have the 2027 show in Idaho Falls.
  4. I will need to talk with Scott and Shaun about the show and workshop. Also Thank you Renee for keeping me updated.

            SE Region –     Stan Cope 

  1. The volunteers are available to help.
  2. The membership is approximately 16 members.
  3. The region would like to set up 2 workshops for 2026.

            SC Region –   Michelle George 

  1. Any helpful hints on how to manage people here. I have taken over for Connie Pepper.
  2. What are the needs for watercolors in our region? We will search out possiblities.We may teach at the Arts Council.
  3. The budget may allow us to use the monies for many events here.

XIV. President’s Report – Scott Muscolo

  1. Running short of time.

Motion to Adjourn            3:10 Lynn,  seconded by Shelly