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World Organization of China Painters is a non-profit group dedicated
to the appreciation and enrichment of the fine art of painting
on porcelain. On January 17, 1962, Pauline A. Salyer started a
china painting organization in the state of Oklahoma. In April
1967, she founded the World Organization of China Painters. Her
background and love of china painting led her to share her rich
experiences with others by organizing china painting clubs all
over the world. The Organization continues to grow and follow
her dream to further the art of porcelain painting.
The Organization purchased the Corporate Headquarters and Museum
property in 1984. World Organization of China Painters (WOCP)
has a membership of 7,000 from around the world. It is governed
by a Chairman of the Board and a Board of Directors selected from
its' world membership. The Headquarters and Museum has an Executive
Director and a small staff. The operation is aided by volunteer
members.
One of the many objectives of the Organization is to preserve
a collection of fine hand painted porcelain. The collection serves
to educate and deepen the appreciation of this fine art for posterity.
The WOCP Museum has one of the finest collections of hand painted
porcelain in the United States. Included in this collection are
pieces which represent honors achieved in this art field, by persons
who have made and continue to make outstanding contributions to
porcelain art.
The Organization publishes a bimonthly magazine, "The China Painter".
It features educational material, colored photos of hand painted
porcelain by members and photos of state and country porcelain
exhibits on display in the Museum. The magazine serves as a communication
network for members providing information about states, clubs,
porcelain shows and conventions.
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