Richard Hawk, Juror

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Juror Commendations

“Almost Seaworthy” by Chuck McPherson

I feel the legacy of watercolor painting in this piece, stylistically. There is something that rings bells from the past yet is very new-looking to me. Very imaginative. There is a dream-like quality that is really engaging.… Read more

“Between the Lines”

Juror: Joan Merrick

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Juror Commendations

“Into the Forest” by Kim Muslusky

Wonderful color! The burst of the sun creates great light and shadow through the trees. It has echoes of pointillism.

“Loopholes” by Melodie Tune

Super texture, nice rough areas with smooth nuanced areas.… Read more

“Finding Nuance”

Juror Krentz Johnson

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Juror Commendations

“Blue Vase on a Table” by Sarah Sullivan

I really enjoy the color work in this painting. There are some very pretty, lighter colors of the greens that contrast with the brilliant placement of the reds.… Read more

Juror Alice Kayuha

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Juror Commendations

“Summer Lemon” by Anthony Enyedy

The use of true pigment colors in here rather than using mixed colors demands the viewer’s attention. The lighting on the lemon itself spotlights it so your eye is drawn to it right away.… Read more

The following paintings were voted for as the “People’s Choice”. They were in first, second, and third place, in the order shown below. A total of 432 votes were cast among 87 paintings.

A Virtual Show Juried by Bob Burridge

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Juror Commendations

“Bottle Up” by Barbara Inbody

Original graphic presentation and skill in execution. This painting reveals the artist’s passionate vision. This artist really meant to paint this—it is definite.

“Firey Frond” by Donna Arnaudoff

This is a beautiful example of negative shape painting, as well as what to put in and what to take out.… Read more

Juror Robin Erickson

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Juror Commendations

“Another Good Read” by Julie Anderson

Julie’s choice of colors is perfect – an unusual and appealing palette. Everything about this painting works. The overall drafting skill is excellent, the textures are subtle and they unify the piece.… Read more

Juror Nell Bartlett

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For the July Members Show at San Diego Watercolor Society, there were 302 ballots cast for the People’s Choice award. Below are the results for first, second, and a four-way tie for third for this honor.

First Choice

“Homegrown” by Anthony Enyedy

Second Choice

“Hope Springs Eternal” by Susan Keith

Third Choices (four-way tie)

“Back Country Church” by Edward Abrams

“Dancing Clouds in Violets and Blues” by Thomas O’Brien

“Lily Pond Reflection #2” by Fan Li

“Morning Market” by Catherine Alvarez-Smith

Juror Shuang Li

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For the Plein Air Show, on display at the San Diego Watercolor Society during the month of July, there were 111 ballots cast to vote for the People’s Choice award. The results for first, second and third place are shown below.… Read more

Nell Bartlett, Juror

Nell Bartlett is a contemporary watermedia artist who is originally from Texas. She has been a resident in San Diego, California since 1953. Following a 30-year career as a California  Real Estate Broker, she made a commitment to pursue her passion for art and began a second career as a visual artist.… Read more