Archive for the ‘Member News’ Category

Julie Anderson – Best of Theme

Thursday, June 13th, 2019

The June Member Show theme “Capturing Local Color” was thoroughly evident in Julie Anderson’s painting ‘In Search of Orangutans’ and was awarded Best of Theme by juror, Angela Chang. Angela’s commented, “I am viewing this theme as capturing the local color of San Diego, rather than the literal meaning of the local color of an object.Read more

SD County Fair

Monday, June 3rd, 2019

We couldn’t be more thrilled about so many of our San Diego Watercolor Society members participating in the SD County Fair. And what’s better? Several paintings have been selected for awards.

Congratulations to our artists!

  • Craig Anderson
  • Drew Bandish
  • Pat Dispenziere
  • Roberta Dyer
  • Glory Giffin
  • Elaine Harvey
  • Wanda Honeycutt
  • Luis Juarez
  • Susan Keith
  • Linda Kennedy
  • Ralph Kingery
  • Carol Mansfield
  • Carolyn Nespolo
  • Cynthia Roach
  • Sherry Roper
  • Dee Ruark
  • Ann Slater
  • Mark Smith
  • Vita Sorrentino
  • Ski Torzeski
  • Ann Walker
  • Angela Westengard
  • Mary Williams
  • Jami Wright

And if we’ve missed anyone on our list, please email us so we can add you!… Read more

Have you seen our changes?

Sunday, June 2nd, 2019

We’ve made it easier than ever to find the San Diego Watercolor Society in Liberty Station with brand new interior and exterior banners.

The creation of these banners was a group effort of many SDWS volunteers who generously gave their time and talent.… Read more

Plein Air with Drew Bandish

Sunday, May 5th, 2019

What a treat! The artists and delegates visiting San Diego for the 44th Western Federation of Watercolor Societies Exhibition enjoyed an afternoon at the Embarcadero painting with San Diego Watercolor Society Signature Member, Drew Bandish.

To learn more about Drew, please visit his website drewbandish.comRead more

Juror Comments: 44th Western Federation of Watercolor Societies Exhibition

Wednesday, May 1st, 2019

JUROR COMMENTS 

Kathleen Conover, Juror
Kathleen Conover, Juror

Juror’s Bio

Master Artist, Kathleen Conover exhibits her work, juries exhibitions, gives demonstrations and teaches in-depth workshops. She has been juried into more than 200 exhibitions, receiving national and international recognition for the vision, innovative techniques, and fearless expression that give rise to her unique designs.  Painting… Read more

Marion Mettler – In the News

Monday, April 22nd, 2019
La Jolla resident Marion Mettler in her Bird Rock studio (Ashley Mackin-Solomon)

We couldn’t have said it better ourselves. Be sure to check out the article in the La Jolla Light featuring San Diego Watercolor Society member, Marion Mettler.

Marion has been awarded Best of Show for her painting “Seated No.6”… Read more

Wanda Honeycutt – Solo Show in Carlsbad

Thursday, April 11th, 2019

One of our favorite artists is having her first solo show! Wanda is not only a divinely talented artist, she is also one of the friendliest and sweetest people you will ever meet. We love the story about how her solo show originated.… Read more

First Friday Sketches

Wednesday, April 10th, 2019

The San Diego Watercolor Society is the place to be during Liberty Station’s Friday Night Liberty Events.

All are welcome to come mingle with the artists and view the new paintings. A brand new show is featured every month! Enjoy some light snacks and wine in the ambiance of the lovely light-filled gallery.… Read more

Chuck McPherson – Solo Exhibition in La Mesa

Sunday, April 7th, 2019

San Diego Watercolor Society members are a constant source of inspiration. When we learned that Chuck McPherson, one of our well-known artists, had a special local exhibit happening we knew we had to share the details with you. Please read on and learn more.… Read more

Juror Comments: The Language of Art

Tuesday, April 2nd, 2019

The juror for the April 2019 Member Show, Kathleen Scoggin, was gracious to provide her comments for some of our accepted entries. Please read on!

Kathleen Scoggin is a contemporary abstract artist working in watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media. Her work is inspired by nature and expresses organic subjects.… Read more