The summer is always a busy time at the St. Louis Artists' Guild and Summer 2009 is certainly no different! Our first Summer Membership Drive began on July 1st. The aim of the Drive is to reach more individuals with what the Artists' Guild has to offer and to encourage them to become involved in all the unique Exhibitions, Groups and Workshops taking place at the St. Louis Artists' Guild.
As the oldest art guild west of the Mississippi River, we have a rich history that is growing and evolving with today's culture. It's the perfect time to get involved! As a valued member of the St. Louis Artists' Guild, we want your help!
During this Summer Membership Drive (July 1st- Aug 30th), we are offering new members a discounted membership price of $15 for students 21 and under (originally $25), $30 for individuals (originally $65), and $75 for a family (originally $85). For every person you refer who purchases a membership, you will receive $5 of Guild Cash. Simply remind the person you refer to write your name on the provided line on their membership form.
Guild Cash may be used for: purchases in the Guild Gift Shop, Exhibition submittal fees, and enrollment in Classes and Workshops (up to 35% of purchase price). If you have not renewed your membership for 2009, we invite you to take advantage of these discounted prices.
Please take this opportunity to rally around your Guild to increase our membership base and in turn increase our ability to exhibit, support, and promote the visual arts. Thank you! For more details, please visit the Artists' Guild's Web site.
Taste of St. Louis Artist Village 2009
We would like to extend our gratitude for your participation in the Central West End Art Fair and Taste. Thanks to your support, the event was an incredible success. With thousands of patrons in attendance at the event, the St. Louis Artists' Guild received a great deal of exposure resulting in thirteen new members joining the guild. We hope that the Central West End Art Fair and Taste will become a successful annual event that draws the citizens to this beautiful neighborhood for years to come.
Now with the Central West End Art Fair and Taste completed, the St. Louis Artists' Guild turns its attention to the upcoming Taste of St. Louis Artist Village in October.
We would like to personally invite all St. Louis Artists' Guild members to participate in this year's Taste of St. Louis Artist Village. We anticipate drawing over half a million guests to this year's event. The Taste wishes to appeal to a demographic of St. Louis citizens who appreciate higher end food, fine art, and great living. Event attendees will have the opportunity to see the city's artistic talent at the largest art event in St. Louis, the Taste's Artist Village.
This year, the Artist Village at the Taste will be centrally located in the most high traffic area of the event to provide artists with the maximum possible exposure. The Artist Village consists of various artistic events as well as booths set up by individual artists who will also submit a piece of artwork to a juried exhibition. The St. Louis Artists' Guild will jury this year's art exhibition.
We encourage all members to take advantage of this event and enter this year's competition by applying for an artist's booth. The application to participate in the artists' booths as well as the other competitions and events being held at this year's Taste is available here.
For more information, please visit the Taste of St. LouisWeb site.
St. Louis Artists' Guild Gallery hours: Noon-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday
As most of you know by now we have transferred to Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty in Clayton, Missouri. This happened about a month ago in June and we couldn't be happier. When an agent finally finds the real estate company that is a great fit for her the heavens open up and you feel a great weight lifted off of your shoulders. It makes a world of difference even in the smallest and biggest of details. It was always important to my team to be with a professional, competent office that encouraged everyone to succeed and provided a positive and helpful atmosphere. Well we have found such a place at Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty in Clayton, Missouri.
When you come to the Pamela Williamson Team for your real estate needs you no longer only have the benefit of the three of us, but also an amazing group at Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty to make sure that it's done correctly and just the right way. The marketing done by Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty is the best of any real estate company that I have seen in St. Louis city and county.
So we not only have a marketing person on our team, but also in the office and they both enjoy what they do! As we all know when you have people on your team that enjoy what they do it makes the work even better. We have tried and true marketing and open house techniques that work and we know how to negotiate for you until the deal is done. We also keep in touch with our clients even after the sale or buy of their home is complete to further help withanything we can. So if you are looking to buy or sell a home right now give us a call at 314-600-2246.
We have received several emails from agents and sellers that seem to be angry at the process in general and the respective roles they play. Some of our blog readers are saying that they dislike agents, should not have to be loyal to their real estate agent whether they are buying or selling, think agents expect too much from their clients, etc.
The agents are saying people don’t appreciate what they do, sellers think it’s ok to ask for a month to month contract, they are using more than one agent at a time, etc.
Lets talk about the loyalty issue. First of all it is common for most if not all agents to require that you sign a listing or buying agreement before they will work with you or maybe they expect you to sign one shortly after you meet. This is not asking too much and here’s why:
We have been training, reading books to help us shift in this market, looking at homes in the areas we cater too, answering hundreds of consumer questions, helping present and potential clients.
Most of the questions we have been receiving are very disturbing and we are sad to see that so many of you have had less than stellar experiences with people in the real estate business. The good news is that there are fabulous realtors in every state and what you can do as consumers is arm yourself with knowledge and know that there are agents, brokers, appraisers, and anyone else in the real estate business who are honest and will give it to you straight!
You must remember to be impressed with substance over flash every time! Ask the right questions and you will usually be able to tell what realtor is really looking out for your best interests. When you hire a realtor it is VERY important to be honest about your expectations and what is important to you so that you and your chosen realtor are on the same page and know what to expect from one another.
We know that most of you are hearing that now is not the time to buy and that there aren't any buyers out there. That just isn't true!! The Pamela Williamson Team has been primarily working with buyers in this market and they are ready and able to buy. As a matter of fact most of them are very excited because they know that they are getting more for their money right now. That's what's called a buyers market so if you are looking to buy or sell a home right now give us a call so we can get you on the right track. We look forward to hearing from you and being given the opportunity to give you exceptional service!
I have missed Activerain! I have been busy, busy training and networking and going over scripts and have revamped all of my packets. Wow!
I am still practicing dialogue and listening to starpower and Brian Buffini tapes and just taking it all in. Reading Shift and 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. I got some great Christmas presents most of which are books to help me grow my real estate business.
I hope everyone is doing well and making the changes necessary to make 2009 a wonderful year for their real estate business. I should be back on here on a regular business in a few weeks. Till then I wish you all a wonderful propsperous new year and month!
Saint Louis Symphony Orchestral Program: Dancing with Fate
Date: 1/23/2009 - 1/24/2009 Location: Powell Symphony Hall in Grand Center Time: 8:00 p.m. Tickets: (314) 534-1700 or (314) 534-1111 For more information call: (800) 232-1880 Website:www.slso.org
Maestro Gardner, cellist Johannes Moser and the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra present Britten's "Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes," Shostakovich's "Cello Concerto No. 1," and Rachmaninoff's "Symphonic Dances."
Bruce Nauman: Dead Shot Dan Exhibit
Date: 1/23/2009 - 4/19/2009 Location: Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis in Grand Center Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday For more information call: (314) 535-4660 Website:www.contemporarystl.org
The exhibition draws its inspiration from Buster Keaton's physical comedy, funny violence, and sleights of hand, traits that appear throughout Nauman's work. The title of the exhibition refers to the 1921 silent short firm "The Goat," in which Keaton plays an innocent hero who is mistaken for a criminal named Dead Shot Dan.
Gedi Sibony: My Arms Are Tied Behind My Other Arms Exhibit
Date: 1/23/2009 - 4/19/2009 Location: Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis in Grand Center Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday; 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday For more information call: (314) 535-4660 Website:www.contemporarystl.org
The Museum presents the first monographic museum exhibition. Along with a selection of the artist's recent pieces, including the carefully balanced "Partly Me Manners" (2008) and the multi-part "Probably Eight or Half of Each" (2007), the exhibition feature major new works in a site-specific installation.
Jungle Jack Hanna
Date: 1/24/2009 Location: Center of Creative Arts (COCA) Time: 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. Cost: $25.00; $35.00 Tickets: (314) 534-1111 For more information call: (314) 725-6555 Website:www.cocastl.org
Three live performances with Jack Hanna and many animals. Footage from his TV shows will also be shown along with some hilarious bloopers.
Date: 1/24/2009 Location: The Sheldon Concert Hall in Grand Center Time: 8:00 p.m. Cost: $40.00 balcony; $45.00 orchestra Tickets: (314) 534-1111 For more information call: (314) 533-9900 Website:www.thesheldon.org
The Dave Holland Quintet featues Chris Potter, saxophone; Robin Eubanks, trombone; Steve Nelson, vibes and Nate Smith, drums.
Date: 1/24/2009 - 1/25/2009 Location: City Museum Time: 2:00 p.m. (24-25); 7:00 p.m. (24) Cost: $20.00 adults; $15.00 seniors, students and children; Reserved seat ticket price includes admission to the City Museum. Tickets: (314) 436-7676 For more information call: (314) 645-4445 Website:www.circusday.org
This full-length, themed circus arts show with live music is set in a café and serves up acrobatics, aerial artistry, juggling, comedy and more. Proceeds support the Circus Day Foundation's scholarship program.
Hot, Hot, Hot!
Date: 1/24/2009 - 1/25/2009 Location: The Butterfly House Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cost: Included with Butterfly House admission. For more information call: (636) 530-0076 Website:www.butterflyhouse.org
Shake off winter's chill during two days of family fun with a tropical theme! Enjoy live music, games and crafts for ages two to eight.
Seventh Annual St. Louis Food & Wine Experience
Date: 1/24/2009 - 1/25/2009 Location: Chase Park Plaza Hotel Time: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (24); 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (25) For more information call: (314) 968-7340 Website:www.repstl.org
The Food & Wine Experience offers a selection of over 500 wines to sample from the world's premier growing regions. Celebrity chefs share their favorite recipes from the MoAg Mainstage while food specialists serve delicious samples in the beautiful Khorassan Ballroom.
Jesus Christ Superstar
Date: 1/25/2009 Location: The Lindenwood Center for Fine & Performing Arts Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $25.00; $35.00; $45.00; $55.00 Tickets: (636) 949-4433 Website:www.lindenwood.edu/center/
Second Annual Cash & Carry Boutique Warehouse Sale
Expands!
St. Louis, MO - January 11th, 2009 - In just a few years our gateway city has evolved into thinking fashion forward. Local and regional magazines are becoming increasingly fashion conscious, and with Saint Louis Fashion Week heading into yet another year, St. Louisians know a good designer when they see one. Furthermore, most people want an even better price to go along with the label.
The holidays may be over but with the help of 15 select boutiques, St. Louis-area residents are getting another chance to add some last minute panache to their closets. The Second Annual Cash & Carry Boutique Warehouse Sale is set for Friday, January 30th, 2009 from 6pm-9pm and, Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 9am-4pm. The sale will include thousands of items from the boutiques with mark downs from 50-90 percent off the retail price.
This year the sale extends a day with a VIP Friday night shopping experience, to give people a "first peek" to purchase. There is a $10 entrance fee for this access but, to boost the evening, a cocktail social has been added. Shoppers can relax by not waiting in lines; have a cocktail, and shop, all at once.
As a bonus this year, Cash & Carry will feature more men's and children's designer clothing. The sale will also highlight more women's designer lines including: 7For All Mankind, Joe's, Lilly Pulitzer, Milly, Tory Burch and Twisted Heart. There will be an unlimited amount of women's loungewear, handbags, shoes and accessories showcased.
Dana Radetic, owner of Jillybean stated, "The sale is a great opportunity to move merchandise thus, generating revenue for spring and summer merchandise that is blowing into our stores."
In order to accommodate more merchandise and the anticipation of more shoppers, the sale has moved to: 1 The Boulevard Saint Louis, Saint Louis, MO 63117. The sale will take place in an open retail space on The Boulevard next to Crate & Barrel and across from Nadoz Euro Bakery + Café. Parking can be found in the parking garage or along the streetscape. The Metro Link also has a direct stop, at The Boulevard.
Please note for sale: Cash only and all transactions are final.
Boutiques Featured: Blush Boutique, Codi Jewelry, Daisy Clover, Essential Elements, JECCA, Jilly Bean Boutique, Jule, Laurie Solet, Mary Jane's Shoes, Mr. Guy, Petunia, Pink Magnolia, Susan Lynn's, Vie and Wish.
I did another open house this weekend (last minute) for an agent in the same office. Three people came and did not have agents. Wow!! This is becoming a trend and one I welcome whole heartedly. :) Only three you say!! Yes, but those three need an agent and were full of questions and it was a pleasure talking to them.
I gave them my cards we chatted and I have just set them up on campaigns to receive some great items of value. This was without any marketing on my part since it was literally last minute. Imagine what would have happened had I marketed like I did for the last one. Never under estimate the possibilities of the open house. Hope everyone else is having some great experiences with open houses! Remember if you are a new agent or are expanding your database open houses are a great resource.
"Rep. Brad Miller, D-N.C., said he plans to introduce a bill today allowing bankruptcy "cramdowns" of mortgage loan principal, the Wall Street Journal reported. Sen. Richard Durbin, D-Ill., plans to sponsor similar legislation in the Senate, the paper said." Inman report.
Send e-mailto Representative Brad Miller in support of the bill he plans to introduce to help the American home owner. Since many of us are not constituents of Rep. Miller, it would help to send a message to YOUR Congressional Representatives.
We've known of this type of relief for some time. Legislation has been introduced in Congress to permit bankruptcy judges to modify mortgages, but failed. Don't forget the banking lobby money.
Perhaps Congress will recognize the dire condition of the economy and realize that the American home owners need this additional tool in dealing with their personal economic disasters when faced with short sale or foreclosure.
The banks are already forcing short sale candidates to ruin their credit before even making hardship applications by not considering their application until they are 3 months or so in arrears.
FORECLOSURE OR BANKRUPTCY? Bankruptcy is no worse on a credit report than a foreclosure. If the banks are going to force home owners with no recourse into foreclosure, it seems only fair that a bankruptcy judge could force a bank, in some cases where feasibility is likely, to accept a reduction in the mortgage principle, thereby making the home truly "affordable" for the consumer.
BENEFITS OF MORTGAGE PRINCIPLE REDUCTION. By reducing the mortgage balance owed, the home owner will have a property that could be sold rather than foreclosed.
MORTGAGE MODIFICATION BY BANKS IS A MYTH if the consumer is relying on their mortgage company to "modify" their loan. About the best that most mortgage companies will offer is a refinance to lower interest rate. That does nothing to alter the fact that the mortgage balance is still more than the market, appraised or assessed value of the property. As long as the mortgage balance remains higher than the market value of the property, the "relief" offered by the mortgage company will be insignificant.
MORTGAGE MODIFICATION BY A BANKRUPTCY JUDGE isn't about the banks. It's about relief for the American home owner who is a hostage to negative equity. How this is handled by the banking committee will show the power of the banking lobby.
Barney Frank (MA), Chairman of the Financial Services Committee is one person to watch on this matter.
President-elect Barack Obama expressed support for cramdowns during his campaign. Let's see if he continues to support this relief for American home owners.
The Jacoby Arts Center is offering a day long workshop designed for artists who need to kick-start, reinvigorate, or fine tune their career.
On Saturday, January 24, professionals from the community will join us to discuss strategies and opportunities; provide guidance on issues surrounding contracts, taxes, and copyright; and will work with you to update your portfolio, including images, resume, artist statements, and more.
Saturday, January 24, 2009, 10 am - 3 pm, $40
Advance registration is recommended.
For more information & details contact: Susan Bostwick (sbost330@aol.com) Jacoby Arts Center 627 E. Broadway Alton, IL 62002 618-462-5222
ALSO COMING UP IN THE ST.LOUIS AREA
St Louis Area THE ART FAIR AT QUEENY PARK April 5 & 6, 2009. 10-5, Sat.; 11-4, Sunday. The admission deadline will be January 15, 2009. $200 booth fee http://gslaa.org/GSL_spring_festival.htm call Maggie at 636 724 5968 for a printed application or for more information.
St Louis Area Spring 2009 Artists Boutique Saturday and Sunday, March 7 & 8, 2009 at the Kirkwood Community Center. http://artistsboutique.org applications are due January 24, 2009.
St Louis Area Naughti Gras 2009 - Saturday, February 14, 2009 Official Call for Art - January 25, 2009 - Submission Deadline Koken Art Factory, 2500 Ohio Avenue Saint Louis, Missouri 63104 Artists may submit a maximum of four (4) pieces. Send Submissions to jury@stlnaughtigras .com by January 25, 2009, midnight cst http://www.stlnaughtigras.com
St Louis Area "Labor of Love " A Juried Art Exhibition At: Soulard Art Market & Contemporary Gallery 2028 S. 12th Street St. Louis, MO 63104 (314) 258-4299 www.SoulardArtMarket.com Exhibition runs from February 13th, 2009 through March 6th, 2009. Submission is FREE, Artists may submit up to three original works for consideration. Accepted artists must submit an operational costs fee of $30. Submission Deadline: January 29th, 2009
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