17/07/2024
I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of the APC EXPO. Your dedication and support were instrumental in making this event a memorable one.
Firstly, I want to express my sincere appreciation to the volunteers and all those who went above and beyond to assist. Your efforts did not go unnoticed, and I am deeply grateful.
To our esteemed teachers, your involvement was crucial to the success of this event. Thank you for being there for the students, for your exceptional designs, and for sharing your techniques. Your contributions were invaluable.
A special thank you to Debby Forshey-Choma (Debby’s Touch), Marlene Kreutz CDA, Chris Cruz, Cindy Harrison, and Linda C. Lineman for their generous contributions. Additionally, I would like to acknowledge Silver Brush, DecoArt, Royal Brush, Dynasty, and all the artists and businesses that contributed.
To all the artists that made the auction a success please know what a gift you have given to the community, the difference it will make, and the impact it will certainly have.
To our vendors, we are honored by your participation in the inaugural APC EXPO. Your support for the artists and the door prizes was greatly appreciated.
I would also like to extend a special thank you to my friend Elaina Appleby. Your creativity in designing and painting the train badges, along with all the assistance you provided, was truly remarkable. You are a shining star.
To Patty Butters and your sister Terri, you two ladies are nothing short of amazing and a bit of miracle workers. You both are so thoughtful, and kind. I simply do not have the words to ever thank you enough. Patty, you and Terri came in a time of morning a great loss, and you selflessly gave daily to make APC a wonderful event.
Diane Kellogg, I do not know where to begin. Day and night you and I worked tirelessly to give to our community of artists and designers. You stayed up late with me, you stood in for me when I got sick and had to step back a great deal. You kept the wheels moving when mine came to a halt. Your dedication and perseverance are to be commended. We have been a work team for a lot of years. I appreciate you and I am grateful that you have been my editorial right hand.
Gerri, thank you for your unwavering support and for all the behind-the-scenes efforts. Your dedication is deeply appreciated, and I hope you receive the same support in return a hundredfold.
To Richard and Donna Pultz, you both will forever hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for the tremendous help and support and a really big "thank you" to Richard for helping me feel so cared for when I got sick. That tea was just the thing I needed.
I would like to acknowledge Jana and Curtis Smith and the huge sacrifices you both made to put on, support, and sponsor this event. Jana works very hard behind the scenes for Viking Woodcrafts. She takes great care and pride in Viking and serving the customers. Curtis thank you for helping to promote and support the artists. Thank you for all that you do for the industry including publishing Painting World Magazine.
Also, if you do not know just how wonderful Jillybean and Annemarie Oke are then I can't help you. "You two ladies"- I hold the utmost adoration for. Thank you beyond words!
If I have inadvertently omitted anyone, please accept my apologies. I am excited about the new friendships formed and look forward to the great things ahead.
Thank you once again for your support and participation.
Warm regards,
Kole
