PSOA convention - Page 2

Cynthia Daniel · 04-16-2007, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Garth Herrick

Should we gather informally for a bite, on Friday evening? I miss your former impeccable Stroke of Genius annual Dinner events Cynthia. They were always so classy, special, and memorable evenings. Thanks, again for those most auspicious gatherings.

Thanks, Garth! I'd love to do another one like the last one in DC. It was the best and the food was awesome. Prior to that, I did the dinner in the restaurant, but the group became too large for that - which led me to do a catered event in a private room. But, I have to tell you that it was a lot of work to put together - planning the menu, handling all the emails back and forth, collecting the money, dealing with last minute attendees at the event. We had 46 attendees that year - I did send out an email to ask who was interested for one this year - tho I didn't mail to all the Forum members - just made a post - so the response is lower. I think the large turn-out year before last was because I did email all the Forum members. Bottom line is that to have a catered event, they require a minimum number of attendees or I get stuck with the difference. So, I'm thinking just to keep it smaller and in the restaurant because of time constraints this year - unexpected funeral, unexpected dental work and more. I expect to make some kind of a final decision in the next week if I can get myself together enough over here.

I do believe I made a separate post regarding a dinner if you all will look for it an express your interest over there.

Cynthia Daniel · 04-17-2007, 01:43 PM

The thread regarding a dinner is here: http://forum.portraitartist.com/showthread.php?t=7666 Please state your desire to attend over there.

Right now, I see 22 say that are coming. Not enough for a catered event, but hopefully not too much for the restaurant.

Bianca Berends · 04-19-2007, 06:30 AM

I think it would be great to get a chance to meet other members of the forum and having diner together on Friday evening, but I think I would also like to attend the art speak bonus program on Friday evening, would that coincide with diner?

Garth Herrick · 04-19-2007, 07:41 AM

Oh Bianca,

Let me tell you, the SOG Dinner is always the Real Bonus Program!

Garth

Bianca Berends · 04-29-2007, 08:08 AM

I just received an email about the conference and read that you can submit your portfolio for display throughout the weekend. I was wondering, is anyone else going to do this and as a result do you carry another one with you? I would like to submit mine, but I only have one so it would mean some work if I would want to take two portfolios.

Hope to hear from you.

Richard Bingham · 05-08-2007, 01:36 PM

Home safe, and very gratified by the whole conference experience.

Cynthia, thank you so much for hosting the dinner Thursday evening. It was my great pleasure to meet you and those in attendance in person, it will add an enjoyable dimension to this online correspondence.

Cynthia Daniel · 05-08-2007, 04:25 PM

Richard,

You're very welcome. It was wonderful to see old friends and get to meet new ones.

Michele Rushworth · 01-22-2008, 12:00 PM

I'll be going to the Portrait Society event in April in Philly. I know Chris Saper will be there (since she's on the agenda!) Who else is planning on attending?

David Draime · 01-22-2008, 12:15 PM

I'll be there....

Garth Herrick · 01-22-2008, 12:23 PM

Hi Michele,

It will be great to see you and Chris in Philly! It's my home town, so of course I'll be there. Anyone who wants an open-sunroof-sight-seeing tour in a vintage Mercedes is welcome, just let me know.

Garth

Hi David, I look forward to seeing you too.