Republic of the Philippines

Tanauan Artists’ Guild, Inc.

Tanauan, Leyte

MEETING MINUTES
December 22, 2022 / 1:00 PM

1. OPENING
The first official meeting for the organization was called to conduct on December 22, 2022, 1
o’clock in the afternoon held at Yamie’s Beach Resort, Brgy. Sto. Niño, Tanauan, Leyte.

2. ATTENDEE’S LIST
• Aldrin Mercado
• Mary Claire B. Banaog
• Marielle Y. Chuca
• Khyress Gabrielle Macalalad
• Arnul Jay Octa
• John Cliford Verona
• Jhon Antony De Paz
• Kristene Animos
• Jude Boco

3. ABSENT LIST
• (*All other members weren’t mentioned)

4. ACTIVITIES
• Prayer.
• The members have performed the ice-breaking activities to know each other through introducing
themselves, sharing of background, achievements, mediums in art and other related experiences.
• Discussion of agenda items headed by the organization leader, Mr. Aldrin Mercado.
• Random talks and sharing of techniques, of which, pertains to art.
• Snacks.

5. DISCUSSION
• Agenda Item #1: Introducing the Organization
Tanauan Artists’ Guild, Inc. (TAN-AG) needs to be heard and acknowledged by the Local
Government Unit (LGU), Tanauananons or even the general public. In line with this, Mr. Aldrin
Mercado had a talk beforehand with SB Member Hon. Mae Jane Morabe- Borais and Hon. Josie
Creer, who, are willing to support in establishing the organization.

• Agenda Item #2: Member Recruitment and Election of Officers

It was observed that the organization have quite few members as of the moment.

• Agenda Item #3: Free Art Workshop

The Tanauan Artists’ Guild, Inc. (TAN-AG) will be conducting a Free Art Workshop to
children/ teens in random schools during the Philippines National Art Month on February 2023.
The said workshop aims to promote expression and creativity. The participation in the arts may
even assist kids with language, motor skills and visual learning development.

• Agenda Item #4: Art Exhibit

Art is a reflection of society, culture and emotion. In line with this, the Tanauan Artists’
Guild, Inc. (TAN-AG) is given the opportunity to conduct an art exhibit at the Tanauan Municipal
Hall. These artworks will be open for public viewing and be sold to potential buyers.
 Republic of the Philippines
Tanauan Artists’ Guild, Inc.
Tanauan, Leyte

• Agenda Item #5: Expenses

Of course, art materials are expensive and the members themselves won’t be able to
provide everything at once.

6. ACTION ITEMS
• Agenda Item #1: Introducing the Organization
Therefore, the organization shall make an official Facebook page c/o Marielle Y. Chuca.
Other members are encouraged to help in making future pub mats, captions and announcements,
as well as in power sharing of posts. A Facebook page is indeed an excellent way for the
organization to connect to its audience whilst promoting events, share information and help the
organization’s authority & reputation. This can also serve as an open communication channel for
the audience to respond back or ask questions. Thus, this will also serve as a platform in
showcasing the talent of all members.

• Agenda Item #2: Member Recruitment and Election of Officers

Everyone is encouraged to invite other artists who are willing to be part of the organization.
As for the officers, it was agreed to do it in the next meeting where there will be more members
present.

• Agenda Item #3: Free Art Workshop

This workshop will be conducted for the whole month of February 2023- every Sunday.
(February 5, 12, 19 and 26). It was then proposed to conduct the entire workshop at the Tanauan
Civic Center.

• Agenda Item #4: Art Exhibit

As part of the meeting, the leader has set a minimum size of canvas of at least 24 x 24
inches. The larger canvases, the better. Also, the concept of the exhibit would be anything that
symbolizes or represents Tanauan. It may be a painting of clay pots or ‘daba’, or with someone
molding it, a pedicab driver in the streets of Tanauan, our local fishermen, farmers, or the Yolanda
commemoration structure in Calogocog, the churches, plaza- and still goes on the list.

• Agenda Item #5: Expenses

In line with this, we decided to solicit in order to help the organization through sponsorship from
people with kind hearts. Also, take note that members may at least have to contribute just for a
little amount though.

7. ADJOURNMENT
• The meeting was adjourned at 3:45 PM. Hence, the leader declared the adjournment with a short
closing remark.

8. NEXT MEETING
• There will be a meeting before the workshop around the first week, exact date to be further
announced. Tentative Date: January 22, 2023

9. SUBMITTED BY: Ms. Marielle Y. Chuca

10. APPROVED BY: Mr. Aldrin Mercado