PSNC 2026 Statewide Exhibition top winners are, in order, 1st Place: Alec Hall, 2nd Place: Kathy Pruett, 3rd Place: Deborah A Brown, Herb Slapo Award: Rebecca Prow, PPS Legacy Award: Sharon Faer Lichtenstein, PPSCC Award: Daphne Boder, PSA Award: Douglas Stewart, and APS Award: Michael Owen Story.

 

September 2026 PSNC Newsletter

 

I think I hear everyone saying it, “Where did the summer go?”  I, though, am looking forward to cooler, dryer temperatures!

 

This month we have a few events to bring to your attention. Right now, Sally Strand is jurying the Statewide Show. You will be notified by email of her decision via Show Submit September 14.  

 

Here are the important dates to keep in mind after you have received notification of acceptance. 

  • Artwork Delivery—October 2, 5 and 6 to The Makery Gallery in Wake Forest. 
  • Exhibition Dates—October 9 – November 1
  • Opening Reception—October 9, 5-7 pm. 
  • Pick up Artwork—November 3-6

Information about the reception will be coming as we get closer to the date of the opening. We are looking forward to seeing everyone!

 

This Thursday, September 3, 6-8 pm, we have a special presentation with Johanne Vloothuis. The Zoom link will be in your email inbox Thursday morning. 

 

Also, Susan Lyon will be our guest artist Saturday, September 19 from 10-12 pm. See the notice below. 

 

We are in the process of putting together the slate of officers for PSNC 2027. Bridgette and I have been presidents for 3 years and it is time for fresh leadership. Being on the Executive Board provides folks with points towards Signature Status and the membership fee is also waived for Executive Board and Committee chairs.  It is also a great opportunity to guide this great organization with innovative and fresh ideas. We need a vice president and secretary specifically. 

 

Leadership in PSNC is interesting and I know I have learned so much.  Bridgette and I both have been very grateful for all the work that the Committee Chairs have put into their various committees. Some have been on the Board for years.  We also recognize that nothing will happen if no one steps up. And it is time.  

If you are interested in serving as VP or secretary please let me or Bridgette know. 

 

Cheers and Happy Painting!

Daphne Boder and Bridgette Comellas

Co-Presidents, PSNC

Recent Works

Some Angels Don't Need Wings to Fly by Douglas J Stewart ~ PSA Award
Pastel Collage - By the Light of the Milky Moon by Kathy Pruett ~ 2nd Place
Moonrise Over the Dunes by Michael Owen Story ~ APS Award
I've Got Your Back by Alec Hall ~ 1st Place
Lovely Poison by Daphne Boder ~ PPSCC Award
Forest Radiance by Deborah A Brown ~ 3rd Place