Fan Mail

Jeff:

I've responded to many calls for entry on your website, with amazing results. I'm now a part of New Orleans' BECA Gallery's 'stable' of artists & am being hosted (NO FEE!!) by Sweet Art Gallery in Naples for a featured artist show in Jan-Feb '09, all thanks to you. Moreover, I rely heavily on your website for classes and notifications about events in and around central FL. Artists Registry organizes that information wonderfully. I can't sufficiently express my gratitude for all you do for me and fellow artists.

Sincerely,

Pat Z.

Jeff:

This message is a bit of fan mail and thanks for what you have done for artists and galleries through the artistsregistry.com. We get more hits from your website than from any other medium, including expensive advertising. Keep on doing what you're doing - it works!

Bette Krause

I appreciate all you do behind the scenes to make the site the best there is. It is still the best user-friendly site than most I have ever used. Thanks,

Gary Borse

Dear Jeff,

I am writing to express my sincere thanks for all that you do for Florida artists. I am particularly grateful that you are having Florida Artist Registry shows. I will be in the upcoming F.A.R. show at the Gallery at Metro and I know that this is but one example of the many great things you do for our community.

With best regards,
David Gillespie

Jeffrey,

Dianne and I just want to thank you again for making my "debut" come together so well. I've had nothing but great complements on the gallery and my art. Hopefully, this was just the first of many.

Bobby Goldsboro

Hi Jeff,

Sometimes I sound rather fake when I say things like "you are doing really great things"  but I sincerely mean it.  There is a lot of talk up here, in Sarasota, Eau Gali, and (gasp) Zepherhills.  Everyone seems to agree that without you none of the art boom would be happening in Orlando.

Jerry Patterson

Dear Jeff
You are the glue that holds the Florida Art Community together. It is an honor to collaborate and work with  you on projects. Your registry is a great means of outreach for our Gallery and for our Studio Artists. The registry Promotes many quality events including our 2nd Tuesday Openings.  Thank you for your invaluable advice and support.
Karen Carasik and Kim Sumner for COMMA GALLERY

Hi Jeff---
Just wanted to thank you again for speaking to the class on Saturday [Making Art your Business) . That was great!

Best,
Henry Sinn
Crealde' School of Art

Dear Mr. Shonkwiler:

Thank you so much for all your help with getting the limited edition print delivered.  I received it on Saturday morning personally delivered to my home by a friend of Mr. Fundora.  This was truly a very nice gesture!  My husband loved the print and expressed how special this print was for him.  He is a true follower of Christ and had never before seen the back of Christ in a print.  Thank you for making this a super special Father’s Day for my family.

God bless you,
Yolanda Flores

Thank you for staying on top of the Arts world  here in Florida...I feel extremely proud to be counted along with the exceptional talents on the site..I would like to personally thank you for your well deserved success and much appreciated devotion.

Katherine Morgan

Dear Jeff,

I've been a member for 2 years and recently I was checking the STATS on my Newly ReVamped, Tweeked out Web Site,  www.johngallo.com.  The most traffic came from your site, Artists Registry, which means you guys are really doing an outstanding job. Artists Registry is a Must for any/all new and established artists whatever their medium may be. Thanks and keep up the good work.

Your friend
John M Gallo

Jeff, what a great show!  [Best of Florida Artists Registry.com Members Exhibit] Kudos to you and your group.  I know that it was a lot of hard work but we thank you for all your efforts in promoting and bridging the arts community.

Keep up the good work!

Linda Moore
Park Planner/Project Coordinator
Parks and Recreation
City of Casselberry

Jeff,

I am proud to be a part of anything that you are involved in. You have put together a truly amazing new world of opportunity for we artists.  I don't know if you realize how "on the map" you are. As always, you're help is so appreciated.

Lauren Graham Cunningham

Dear Mr. Shonkwiler

The 25th Annual Congressional Art Competition was another success for the high school students in our Ninth Congressional District. I felt great pride in being able to sponsor such an event. The success was attributed not only to the participation of the students and to the support received from their art instructors and families, but through the support of the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art. Your support through the Artists Registry.com was greatly appreciated.

Sincerely, yours,
Michael Bilirakis
Member of Congress
Congress of the Untied States
House of Representatives

Dear Mr. Shonkwiler,

Thank you so much for your valuable sponsorship of our student exhibition and competition An Artistic Discovery.

Sincerely,
Patricia Buster
Education Coordinator
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art

In addition to help underwrite the Red Chair project, United Arts is a sponsor/member in Florida Artists Registry AND we will be linking Florida Artists Registry to the Red Chair site so as not to duplicate one another's data and event collection. Jeff Shonkwiler does a GREAT job with this.

Margot Knight
President and CEO
United Arts of Central Florida, Inc.

We know and appreciate the great work you’re doing. That’s why we’re happy to be able to support in part. It is great and exciting to be in the arts, isn’t it!?! Continued success, Jeff. Keep us posted when it’s time to renew.

Best regards,
Trudy D. Wild
Director, Grants & Contracts
United Arts of Central Florida

Dear Jeff:

I would like to thank you for your time t o visit and meet with me to discuss our mutual interests in the Visual Arts. I applaud the good that you are doing as the "Voice for the Visual Arist"!

All the Best,
Gloria Capozzi
Program Director
Maitland Art Center
www.MaitlandArtCenter.org

Hi Jeff,

I just had to write you a note to let you know how much I appreciate your registry. After recently upgrading to portfolio, I have made a nice size sale of three originals. So glad you are there for us artists, keep up the good work!!!

Susan Oller

Jeff:

I want to thank you for everything you do for the visual arts community. A lot of the artists I find come from your website, kind of a one stop shop.

Linda Moore
Parks Planning Coordinator
City of Casselberry

Jeff:

Thanks for participating in the jury for the Call for Artists for the Red Chair Project. I appreciate having your presence and perspective. I know it elevated the afternoon.

Jim Morris
Executive Director
Central Florida Performing Alliance

Dear Mr. Shonkwiler:

Thank you for your sponsorship of the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art Children's Booth that will be available to all youth attending the 31st Annual Fine Arts, Crafts and Music Festival on December 3 and 4 later this year. You gift will be used to purchase materials and supplies for use in the booth. We expect no fewer than 200 children to participate in the 2-day community event.

Sincerely,

Patricia Daly
Development Coordinator
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art

Thank You Jeff.

Your vision of the The Artist's Registry, makes possible a network, connecting artists, buyers, galleries, and new venues to exhibit wonderful art.

Dorie' Anderson

Hi Jeff,

Another two great things have happened to me because of being part of the Registry. I also have been invited to the Florence Biennale! And, a new shop/gallery in Del Ray Beach had contacted me because of seeing my work and info on the site. Opening day of the store, one of my paintings was purchased for $750! Your concept is working. I’m really proud to be a part of it.

Kathy Iwanowski

The best source for getting out information to visual artists is the Florida Artists Registry.

Terry Olson
Director
Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs

Jeff,

Your Florida Artist Registry has truly developed into a great resource for galleries, artists and buyers. Thank you.

Robin Maria Pedrero
Open Windows Studio Gallery

Hi, Jeff
We've gotten a number of requests for guidelines for our Individual Artists grants program as a result of our posting on your site. Will keep you informed. Thank you!
- Trudy D. Wild
Director, Grants & Contracts
United Arts of Central Florida, Inc.

Dear Jeff,

I've been a member for 2 years and recently I was checking the STATS on my Newly ReVamped, Tweeked out Web Site,  www.johngallo.com.  The most traffic came from your site, Artists Registry, which means you guys are really doing an outstanding job. Artists Registry is a Must for any/all new and established artists whatever their medium may be. Thanks and keep up the good work.

Your friend
John M Gallo

Jeff, what a great show!  [Best of Florida Artists Registry.com Members Exhibit] Kudos to you and your group.  I know that it was a lot of hard work but we thank you for all your efforts in promoting and bridging the arts community.

Keep up the good work!

Linda Moore
Park Planner/Project Coordinator
Parks and Recreation
City of Casselberry

Hi Jeff,

Just want to let you know that you have done a great job at the [Best of Florida Artists Registry.com Members Exhibit] opening last week.  I also want to thank you for stopping at my booth [at Maitland Art Festival] on Saturday.  It really shows that you love art and that you love to help the artists. Do we need help!!  I did win 1st place in Sculpting at the Maitland Art Show.  I am so excited. All the hard work paned out.  Your new ideas sounds wonderful.  Keep up the great work!!

Estella Fransbergen

Jeff,

I am proud to be a part of anything that you are involved in. You have put together a truly amazing new world of opportunity for we artists.  I don't know if you realize how "on the map" you are. As always, you're help is so appreciated.

Lauren Graham Cunningham

Thanks so much for all your support.  I LOVE your newsletter… we have gotten some great information for community outings and calls to artists because of it.  It has been a fantastic tool.  Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Autem Bush
Pyramid, Inc.

As an artist I really appreciate what you do for the profession.  The site is innovative and furthers the artists bridging the gap between the art world and the rest of the world.
Thanks
Jennifer Kirton

Mr. Jeffrey Shonkwiler, Director
Artists Registry.com

Dear Mr. Shonkwiler

The 25th Annual Congressional Art Competition was another success for the high school students in our Ninth Congressional District. I felt great pride in being able to sponsor such an event. The success was attributed not only to the participation of the students and to the support received from their art instructors and families, but through the support of the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art. Your support through the Artists Registry.com was greatly appreciated.

Sincerely, yours,
Michael Bilirakis
Member of Congress
Congress of the Untied States
House of Representatives

Jeff,

Thank you so much for all that you do for local artists!  Through the Artists Registry, I learned about the juried art show at The Osceola Center For The Arts.  I met many talented artists, and I was fortunate to have one of my images chosen as Best of Show.  Without the Artists Registry, I would not have had this wonderful opportunity. 

Many thanks,
Deborah Sandidge

Dear Mr. Shonkwiler,

Thank you so much for your valuable sponsorship of our student exhibition and competition An Artistic Discovery.

Sincerely,
Patricia Buster
Education Coordinator
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art

Hi Jeff,

Some of your artists at FAR are in the new "Best of Florida Artists" book for 2006. This is nice news for the site and the newsletter. I took first place in Acrylic Painting and and honorable mention as well. The images and artists will be posted soon at www.bestofartists.com I thought this would make you happy to see how many of your artists are in the book this year.

Sincerely,
Gary Borse

In addition to help underwrite the Red Chair project, United Arts is a sponsor/member in Florida Artists Registry AND we will be linking Florida Artists Registry to the Red Chair site so as not to duplicate one another's data and event collection. Jeff Shonkwiler does a GREAT job with this.

Margot Knight
President and CEO
United Arts of Central Florida, Inc.

Hi Jeff,

Once again, thank you for the publicity you are providing for the Museum's exhibitions!

Jody Sherman
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art

As a result of my page on the site, a West Coast Florida Gallery picked me up as an artist.  I am about to upgrade my membership. Thanks Jeff for the professional quality of the web site and the outreach you do in the visual arts community.

Karen Carasik

When COMMA Gallery expanded its space to include an additional seven art studios, we looked at various artists web pages and contacted a few. We were able to find a wonderful artist, Ken Austin to take a space. We also are considering other artists we “discovered” on the site for future shows and to fill our collectors needs. We will be checking the site more regularly as a result. What a great resource for Galleries.

COMMA GALLERY

I want to THANK YOU for EVERYTHING you do.  I love the site. And it's the site is the BEST thing that helps struggling artist in the Orlando Area.  Again,  if anything comes around, or if you need any help, Please let me know.

durkART©

Congrats on the Maitland Art Center gig, that’s great!! You are really doing such a great service for local artists! Thank you!! You desearve all the acclaim you get.
--
Elizabeth St. Hilaire Nelson

Hi Jeff:

Congratulations on joining the Associate Board of Directors for the Maitland Art Center. They are lucky to attract a person of your caliber.

Sincerely,
Joyce (Waddell Bailey)

We know and appreciate the great work you’re doing. That’s why we’re happy to be able to support in part. It is great and exciting to be in the arts, isn’t it!?! Continued success, Jeff. Keep us posted when it’s time to renew.

Best regards,
Trudy D. Wild
Director, Grants & Contracts
United Arts of Central Florida

Congrats on the Maitland Art Center gig, that’s great!! You are really doing such a great service for local artists! Thank you!! You desearve all the acclaim you get.

Elizabeth St. Hilaire Nelson

Dear Jeff:

I would like to thank you for your time t o visit and meet with me to discuss our mutual interests in the Visual Arts. I applaud the good that you are doing as the "Voice for the Visual Arist"!

All the Best,
Gloria Capozzi
Program Director
Maitland Art Center
www.MaitlandArtCenter.org

Jeff:

This note is to thank you for the excellent service you provide to the artists and galleries of the State of Florida.

We are a gallery in historic downtown St Pete Beach, and we have done quite a bit of prospecting for artists from your registry. And we do not hesitate to recommend your organization to artists who are not yet members.

We have been listed as a gallery on your site with Enhanced Membership for two years now, and we get many hits each month that originate from yours. At $25 per year, that is an amazing bargain.

Thanks, Jeff!

Bette Krause
Dixie Daisy's Florida Art Gallery
330 Corey Avenue
St Pete Beach, FL 33706
www.dixiedaisy.com

Jeff,
I wanted to mention that in the past three months of working here, I often get calls from artists new to the area looking for artist organizations and networks. I always mention your website, so just know that I'm sending over as many new artists as possible. :-)

Sincerely,

Jackie M. Houck
Administrative Assistant
Development Department
Orlando Museum of Art

Hi Jeffrey,

So far, this website is great! I have posted our entire series of Master Artist Workshops and plan to use the website to market our artists and exhibitions. Thanks so much for your help!

Michelle Benson Gonzalez
Special Events Coordinator
Armory Art Center

Hi FloridaArtistsRegistry.com

I have to take a second to say how great your website and newsletters are! What a service to the arts community! Thank you!

I actually recieved them today [Harold Griner Prints] and I am very pleased with them. Thank you for your courteous and prompt service, I look forward to doing business with Artist Registry again.

As one of the original parties featured regularly on the Registry, I am amazed at the comradeship I have developed with some of the other featured artists past and present and hope the family of artists we associate with throughout the Registry only grows in leaps and bounds.

Jeff:

Thank you so much for being part of a very wonderful day [Making Art Your Business]. The response overwhelmed even me! Since this was a new venture for Crealde, and for me, I didn't know even if we could attract people, but to a person, everyone was enthusiastic, and not a single person left early.

Nancy Jay
Crealde School of Art

Jeff:

It was great seeing you on Saturday at the Crealde School of Art, "Making Art Your Business" Workshop and I appreciated all you shared.

Kathi Walsh

Jeff:

I'm extremely happy with the number of hits I see on my website (about a third) which are from Artist's Registry. Artists Registry is a terrific site and, I think, a great help in exposure for talented artists everywhere. Keep up the good work.

Ken Austin

Hi Jeff,

I just had to write you a note to let you know how much I appreciate your registry. After recently upgrading to portfolio, I have made a nice size sale of three originals. So glad you are there for us artists, keep up the good work!!!

Susan Oller

Jeff:

I want to thank you for everything you do for the visual arts community. A lot of the artists I find come from your website, kind of a one stop shop.

Linda Moore
Parks Planning Coordinator
City of Casselberry

I have been using the registry quite a bit! It is a fantastic resource.

Brooke Raymond
Corporate Director of Art Galleries
Kessler Collection

Hello,

I recently joined artist’s registry as a portfolio member. I think you have a wonderful idea for presenting artists work.

Thomas Draving

Jeffrey Shonkwiler:

On behalf of the Orland Community and Youth Trust, Inc. I want to thatnk you for your donation of $100 in support of the 10,000 Trees Initiative. We truly appreciate yor dedication and commitment to restoration of the urban forest in our community.

Sincerely,

Denise Aldridge
Treasurer
Orlando Community & Youth Trust, Inc.

Jeff:

Thanks for participating in the jury for the Call for Artists for the Red Chair Project. I appreciate having your presence and perspective. I know it elevated the afternoon.

Jim Morris
Executive Director
Central Florida Performing Alliance

Dear Mr. Shonkwiler:

Thank you for your sponsorship of the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art Children's Booth that will be available to all youth attending the 31st Annual Fine Arts, Crafts and Music Festival on December 3 and 4 later this year. You gift will be used to purchase materials and supplies for use in the booth. We expect no fewer than 200 children to participate in the 2-day community event.

Sincerely,

Patricia Daly
Development Coordinator
Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art

Thank You Jeff.

Your vision of the The Artist's Registry, makes possible a network, connecting artists, buyers, galleries, and new venues to exhibit wonderful art.

Dorie' Anderson

Hi Jeff,

Just wanted you to know we were excited about the number of hits
we have been getting off your website.

Greg Burns

-JW Baker

Jeff:

Your efforts provide a much needed service to the Central Florida artists..

David Ritland
OVAL PR (Orlando Visual Artists League)

Jeff:

Your newsletter is showing a lot of energy! Your are really getting into it with great force. I am getting a lot of calls from it! and of course, taking good care of it.

Thomas Fundora.

Terrific newsletter. Superb Job! I am truly impressed.

Dave King
GMCR.net

Thanks Jeff ... I posted the first announcement and got 111 hits! I've just posted this one, too. Thanks again.

Dan Fiorini
Fiorini Gallery and Frame

Hello! I'm so excited about your web page, what a wonderful resource for both artist and client

Dawn Schreiner

I have had many favorable comments on your site and have a sense that others will be joining you soon from my neck of the woods... I have to thank you and your work as well because some of my opportunities that turned into realities, are attributed to your site. Anyway you have helped me out a lot and I will continue to support your effort.

Gary Borse

Hi Jeff,

Another two great things have happened to me because of being part of the Registry. I also have been invited to the Florence Biennale! And, a new shop/gallery in Del Ray Beach had contacted me because of seeing my work and info on the site. Opening day of the store, one of my paintings was purchased for $750! Your concept is working. I’m really proud to be a part of it.

Kathy Iwanowski

Jeff,

Your help with our last open call show, The Best Art in Orlando, helped generate a terrific turn-out. Thanks again!

David Ritland, OVAL PR

Jeff:

You know I've always had great respect for what you do for artists in this community (and now the State)

Josh Garrick

Shery Weisner

I have had many favorable comments on your site and have a sense that others will be joining you soon from my neck of the woods. I have to thank you and your work as well because some of my opportunities that turned into realities, are attributed to your site. Anyway you have helped me out a lot and I will continue to support your effort. Don't even remind me when my membership expires, just renew me.

Gary Borse

The best source for getting out information to visual artists is the Florida Artists Registry.

Terry Olson
Director
Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs

Jeff,

Your Florida Artist Registry has truly developed into a great resource for galleries, artists and buyers. Thank you.

Robin Maria Pedrero
Open Windows Studio Gallery

I have had a lot of positive feed back from having my artwork on this site. Thanks.

Linda Amundsen