Pikes Peak Plein Air Painters

MISSION STATEMENT


* To foster and promote the direct painting experience.

* To encourage plein air painting on an ongoing basis.

* To establish a forum for professional artists to share ideas and knowledge of their plein air experiences.

*To promote to the public the significance and value of plein air painting. CODE OF ETHICS


All members of the PPPAP are committed to conducting themselv

es to the

Highest Artistic, Professional and Ethical Standards. All artwork is original in its concept and content,

Acknowledging that we all are influenced by those artists

that surround us and by the artists that came before us. HISTORY

The idea for establishing the group was formed in late 2003 by Kenneth W. The original group of thirteen artists was formed in January 2004. Our first year was quite successful and productive. We had three major group functions. We have had featured art shows almost every year. We generated significant regional and national exposure. We increased our regional and national advertising of these events. We focus on painting outdoors directly from nature, however we recognize that plein air painting is only part of our mission of improving as artists. We gathered to paint at various locations to enjoy the plein air experience and to enjoy each other’s company. Sharing is a major aspect of our group. A major goal of the group is to continue promoting our group on a regional and national level. We strive to increase our membership every year to include as many like-minded artists as possible. One of the nice things about our group is that each member can participate in as many or few activities as is comfortable for them. We continue to organize regular plein air paint-outs at a variety of interesting places. The quality of our members and their works is being recognized on a regional and national level. Our reputation for promoting the highest standards of professionalism continues to be recognized. Let’s keep painting! PPPAP RULES & PROCEDURES

It is the philosophy of the PPPAP to keep the organization and the rules simple fair and consistent. With that in mind, the following has been drafted. PPPAP members must renew their membership yearly. Members must abide by the PPPAP’s Code of Ethics. All PPPAP members are encouraged to participate in PPPAP functions, voice their opinions and make suggestions that would make the organization better serve their needs. Non-participation in functions may result in that member being excluded from PPPAP shows or limited in the number of pieces of their artwork exhibited in shows. As a courtesy, members are encouraged to respond to all email communications by at least confirming the receipt of the messages. LEVELS OF MEMBERSHIP

There are three levels of general membership in the PPPAP. ASSOCIATE MEMBER:

All current members in good standing are “Associate Members”. MASTER MEMBER:
Must have been an active PPPAP member in good standing for three consecutive years
Must have held or served an office in the PPPAP, sponsored or conducted a workshop for PPPAP members
Must have demonstrated a consistent high quality in their artwork
Must submit a written application for “Master Member” status

MASTER SIGNATURE MEMBER:
Must have been an active PPPAP member in good standing for five consecutive years
Must have achieved “Master Member” status
Must submit a written application for “Master Member” status listing their accomplishments and explaining their reasons for deserving being recognized as a “Master Signature Member”




The PPPAP has established written guidelines for our group. One of them is the procedure for selecting new members. Prospective new members need to complete an application and supply the required information and pay their fee. The PPPAP is an organization open to all eager, willing and enthusiastic artists of all levels. We strive to attract the highest quality people. We all learn from, share and teach each other. All comments will be kept confidential. Personal Responsibility and Liability/ PPPAP Liability Disclaimer


As there are inherent risks involved by the very nature of participating in all activities, PPPAP members, guest or anyone attending, watching or participating in any PPPAP functions or activities assumes total personal responsibility and liability for themselves, their actions and their personal property. They also agree to hold harmless the PPPAP, Shanika Studio, Kenneth Shanika or his estate for any damages, injuries or losses of any kind incurred for any reason or at any time.