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WAS-H welcomes Brenda Swenson
Juror and Judge for 2023 International Watermedia Exhibition
and 4-day Workshop "Negative Painting with Watercolor"
Read about the workshop here: Major Workshop
Workshop registration opens Monday, December 5th
Enter the 2023 IWE International Watermedia Exhibition WAS-H's 46th International Watermedia Exhibition will showcase artistic excellence of global participants from March 5 through March 30, 2023, at the WAS-H Gallery. Acclaimed watercolor artist, Brenda Swenson, will serve as juror and judge for the event. Winners will be awarded over $10,000 in cash prizes. Submit entries through Call for Entry (CaFE') at this link: Deadline for entering is January 13, 2023. E View the Prospectus: Prospectus for 46th Annual IWE
Annell Livingston, El Prado, NM Fragments, Geometry and Change Gouache on Paper January 2023 Exhibit Experimental Our January 2023 exhibit will be our Experimental show. Artists are encouraged to use non-traditional ideas and materials for January’s exhibit. Entries judged by: basic design elements; color, line, shape, scale, space, texture, and value; and the way in which the piece explores new or unusual techniques, materials and themes while still adhering to solid artistic principles. Any surface is allowed but media must be at least 80% water-soluble. This exhibit will be open to non-members. See prospectus for additional details: 2023 - 01 JAN Prospectus- 11.29.pdf February 2023 Exhibit Fire & ICE Our theme for February is "Fire & Ice." Drama, passion! February is the month for both. Paintings are a way to express our emotions without spoken language. This month, we will try to make a connection with others through this outlet. Paintings can have general subjects and aim to convey an emotional aspect. Click to view the prospectus: 2023 - 02 FEB Prospectus 11.29.pdf | November and December Holiday Exhibit Each month the Watercolor Art Society - Houston hosts a new exhibit. This month our Holiday exhibit will remain for both November and December. These paintings are available for immediate purchase.
Artist Laurie Hammons
Small Bunch of Grapes - Price: $75 Small Treasures Holiday Bazaar Our gallery is “a-WASH” with small treasures just in time for holiday shopping. This exhibit is full of small, framed paintings and unframed works that are available to purchase and carry away. It is amazing to see so much creative effort in these little wonders. Restrictions for framed paintings are lifted and the effects are handsome indeed. This show will continue until the end of the year or until all the paintings are sold!
Sign up here: Model Lab New Members Orientation Our next new members orientation is on Saturday, December 17 from 10:30 am - 11:30 am. This is open to both new and potential members. If you plan to attend, please register here: Orientation |
Upcoming Classes/Workshops/Activities Classes/Workshops are in person, unless stated otherwise. |
Carla Gauthier, Instructor Find Your Path 4-Week Class December 1, 8, 15 & 22 9:00 am - Noon 1 - 4 PM |
Joanie Hughes, Instructor Pen & Ink WC Architecture Weekend Workshop December 3 & 4 9:30 - 3:30 pm |
HOLIDAY PARTY @ WASH Sunday, Dec. 4 @ 3:30 pm Share your Talent - email Katie.Steck@Gmail.com Volunteer to Help email gallerydirector @watercolorhouston,org |
Laura Spector, Instructor VIRTUAL 2 Day Class December 6 & 13 Early Class: 1 - 3 PM Late Class: 7 - 9 PM 9:30 - 3:30 pm |
Fred Kingwill, Instructor Intermediate Watercolor 4 Classes December 7, 14, 21 & 28 6 - 9 pm |
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Become a Member Members receive discounts on classes and workshops and participate in all our monthly exhibitions. Meeting artists at every stage of their art journey is the best part. We are a community here. Join us! | Donate Your contribution supports daily operations and long term expenses. Plus, you can make the most of your gift through workplace matching gift programs. Some companies will match, double or even triple your gift. | Volunteer Volunteers are the backbone of WAS-H, making possible exhibits, receptions, workshops and the many programs offered at our facility. Let us know if you'd like to volunteer. |
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