Watercolors That Glow -LIVE GALLERY WORKSHOP

January 16th, 2022

Instructor : Julie Crouch

Coming up soon!

In this two-day workshop, you will learn how to simplify shapes and values of subjects that will create a balanced and harmonious painting.  You will also learn how to use a limited palette to paint in layers that will create paintings that glow.… Read more

Paint What You Love/Love What You Paint – ZOOM WORKSHOP

January 16th, 2022

Instructor: Carol Carter

Coming up soon!

Learn how to paint with fluidity in watercolor. Carter will demonstrate technique of wet, loose watercolor through demonstration. Each day begins with a uniquely tailored lesson to inspire.  She will discuss color, water, design, and value. … Read more

Juror Comments from January 2022 Members Show

January 11th, 2022

“The New Purple is Black”

Linda Doll, Juror

 

 

Juror Commendations

“Funny Fish 2”
by Joanne Newman

I love black and white with a little bit of color. And this one is very well done. I love all those little critters floating through and I just think it is very creative and whimsical.… Read more

Keming Chen Recognized as an International Watercolour Master

January 10th, 2022

The International Watercolour Masters (IWM) is an organization that, through annual competitions, features paintings by the world’s elite watercolour stars. IWM Masters are officially recognised as being at the pinnacle of their art. In the 2022 competition, San Diego Watercolor Society (SDWS) member Keming Chen was recognized as one of the “Top 200” artists who had entries for the competition.… Read more

Updated Workshop Schedules for 2022

December 20th, 2021

The 2022 year of workshops and instruction offered by the San Diego Watercolor Society (SDWS) is being finalized! You can start to find out about these exciting offerings at these links:

Premier Workshops are typically four days and take place during the week.… Read more

Robin St. Louis featured in SB Food + Home magazine (Fall 2021)

December 8th, 2021

Robin St. Louis, a member of the San Diego Watercolor Society (SDWS) and resident of Palm Desert and Santa Barbara, CA, had been looking for a jigsaw puzzle for a gift, and found he didn’t really like what she saw on the shelves of stores.… Read more

Juror Comments December 2021 Members Show “Frozen in Time”

December 8th, 2021

Juror: Scott W. Prior

Juror Commendations

“Wildlife”
by Edwin Tuazon
The painting has a solid design. I feel like I’m in the forest and could just walk up to the heron. Very nice work!

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“My Favorite Toys”
by Ann Slater
I like the design, and how the toys shown are not like other still life paintings that are often kind of static and boring.
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Juror Comments November 2021 Members Show

November 13th, 2021

Juror: Barbara Tapp

Juror Commendation
“Pasture Raised”
by Hong Beaven

This painting is illustration based  the opposite from abstract – and is the work of a highly skilled draftsman. It has an interesting perspective that leads us into the painting. The color choice is excellent.… Read more

San Diego Watercolor Society Paint-out at Trevi Hills Winery

October 18th, 2021

On October 9, 2021, the San Diego Watercolor Society (SDWS) met at the Trevi Hills Winery in Lakeside. Michael Larranaga, the Sommelier at Trevi Hills kindly invited the SDWS to come and enjoy the winery views for a paint-out The vineyards were full of bulging fat and juicy grapes, and the mountain views are filled with interesting boulders, olive trees and oaks.… Read more

A Memorial For Linda Gilbreath

September 27th, 2021

We are sad to announce the passing of Linda Gilbreath, a long-time member of the San Diego Watercolor Society, on September 2, 2021.

Linda played an important role assisting for the First Friday receptions for many years—always present like clockwork. She was a master at cheese cutting for all of the trays of crackers and also provided ingredients for delicious punch.… Read more