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SUMMARY:WORKSHOPS INTERNATIONAL - Alex Hillkurtz
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US ON MAY 10th FOR ALEX HILLKURTZ!\nTIME: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (pacific)\nALEX’S INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT\, CLICK: ALEX HILLKURTZ \nFrom Paris\, we bring you Alex Hillkurtz. Alex’s career as a renowned storyboard artist for feature films\, TV\, and commercials is the background for his work as an extraordinary urban landscape artist. \nIn his “Workshops International” workshop\, “Painting the Light of Paris”\, Alex will share with you his techniques for painting the light of Paris in watercolor and ink. Alex lives in and loves the architecture of this historical city\, particularly the classic Paris cafés with their distinctive character. This subject will give you plenty to dive in to – linear and atmospheric perspective\, a strong focal point\, and of course the light (and shadows) that Paris is so famous for. His goal is to give you the techniques needed to make you a more confident painter\, and to have you come away with a piece you’ll be proud of. \nRegistrants should sketch the image on p. 2 of the supplies list before class begins. \nWATCH: INSTAGRAM SNIPPET VIDEO OF ALEX\, PAINTING.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/workshops-international-alex-hillkurtz/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:MAY 2025 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH JESSICA BRYANT
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nJessica Bryant’s work is a deep reflection of her immersion in and love for the natural landscape. In early childhood\, her bedroom window looked out over an undeveloped field of tall prairie grasses and birds. She spent many long days listening to the wind and watching storms thunder across the rolling hills of her grandparents farm in Minnesota. Running through corn fields\, climbing trees\, and staring into the night sky to watch the milky way fueled her intense love and connection to nature. \nGiven her first camera at age 6\, she’s been photographing landscapes ever since\, and uses her photography as a sketching medium. Her keen interest in social and cultural history strongly influences her work. \nJessica’s paintings have received many awards\, have been featured in national and international publications\, and can be found in numerous private collections. \nAn award winning artist\, she is a signature member of the American Watercolor Society\, National Watercolor Society\, Northwest Watercolor Society\, and the Idaho Watercolor Society. She regularly exhibits with many other prestigious organizations\, and teaches workshops and classes out of Redbrick Art Studio in downtown Coeur d”Alene\, ID.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/may-2025-general-meeting-demonstration-with-jessica-bryant/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T180000
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SUMMARY:JUNE 2025 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH SCOTT CHRISTENSEN
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nNWWS is delighted to welcome artist Scott Christensen (Idaho) to our June meeting. Scott is internationally known for his work in gouache and oil\, and on Tuesday\, June 24\, you won’t want to miss his gouache landscape demonstration. He is an exceptional educator\, having taught for over 40 years\, and offers the comprehensive\, submersive (on-line) “Adventures of Painting”\, video recordings\, and plein air workshops. \nScott’s plein air work is usually finished at the easel before finding a new home in prestigious galleries\, museum exhibitions\, and in major collections around the world. Join us and enjoy the magic of a master.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/june-2025-general-meeting-demonstration-with-scott-christensen/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250809T100000
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOPS INTERNATIONAL - Jan Min
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US ON Aug 9th FOR Jan Min!\nTIME: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (Pacific time) \n \nJan Min is a dedicated watercolorist\, known for his landscapes\, cityscapes\, seascapes and waterscapes that show his mastery of light and color. His watercolors exude a poetic atmosphere that draws you into the painting and allows you to drift off into a daydream. His love of the tranquil but strong sea\, dunes\, and harbor—the environment of his life in the Netherlands—is celebrated in all his work. \nJan’s artwork has received awards many times in exhibitions around the world and published in numerous international magazines. He imparts his passion to others as a demo artist\, workshop and course instructor. He is also an international exhibition juror.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/workshops-international-jan-min/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop International
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SUMMARY:SEPTEMBER 2025 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH FRANK EBER
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nJoin us for a memorable meeting as we welcome a master artist and educator\, Frank Eber. Frank’s demo will generously show us how his brushwork\, composition\, and subtle\, powerful value manipulation can bring a viewer deep into his beautiful work. \nFrank was raised in Europe and mentored by Italian master painter Renato Casaro in the early 90’s. In the ’80s and ’90s Frank worked as a professional illustrator and portrait artist by commission. His love for travel has given him prime opportunities to paint. He lived for three years in the south of France\, and has painted on location in many countries around the world. Consequently\, he has also painted in California and other parts of the United States. \nHe is a Signature member of the American Watercolor Society\, the National Watercolor Society\, and the Transparent Watercolor Society of America. He is also an Artist member of the California Art Club. \nFrank is increasingly in demand as a judge and juror. He conducts workshops near his home and at the national and international levels teaching atmospheric watercolor\, both in-studio and en plein air. \nIf you’d like to see the materials that Frank uses\, click: FRANK EBER’S MATERIALS.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/september-2025-general-meeting-demonstration-with-frank-eber/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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SUMMARY:FRANK EBER WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN! FRANK EBER 3-DAY WORKSHOP\nOCT. 20 – 22\, 2025 (online)\nWORKSHOP HOURS: 9:00 – 4:00 (Pacific time) \nNOTICE TO WA STATE RESIDENTS: Effective Oct. 1\, 2025\, NWWS is obligated to charge WA state residents sales tax on our workshops. This does NOT apply to anyone residing outside of WA state. We suggest you register for the Paul Ruben workshop before Oct. 1 and avoid paying the sale tax. \nCLICK TO VIEW THE WORKSHOP FLYER \nLearn how to paint luminous watercolors by manipulating tonal values\, color\, and edges. Frank will share advanced painting techniques to create atmosphere\, balance\, and unity in your work. The techniques you will learn in Frank’s workshop transcend the watercolor medium. \nWORKSHOP TOPICS\n• Control of values and color temperature\n• Composition\n• Atmospheric perspective\n• Paint application methods\n• Finding one’s own creativity
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/frank-eber-workshop-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:OCTOBER 2025 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH RON STOCKE
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nBorn 1966 in Chico California\, Ron Stocke moved to the Pacific Northwest in 1979. \nInterested in drawing and painting at an early age\, his career as an artist was shaped by life events that really encouraged him to explore ways to cope with everything in a positive\, productive way. His first experience with painting came during school as a child when he was exposed to watercolors. Even at that young age\, he found a love for that medium that would grow into a career that has lasted throughout his life. \nThe watercolor medium is honest\, challenging and always new. It is the oldest pursuit that I know and has enriched my life at every level. While sometimes frustrating even for the most experienced watercolor painter\, it is invigorating and always a learning experience. \nAn award-winning watercolor artist\, Ron is a regular contributor to\, and has been a cover artist for \’93Watercolor Artist Magazine\’94 as well as other publications. \nTeaching comprehensive workshops throughout North America and Europe\, he also conducts demonstrations and lectures on various art materials and creating a safe\, environmentally friendly studio. Ron holds Signature Membership with the American Watercolor Society\, National Watercolor Society\, Northwest Watercolor Society\, is an elected member of the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour\, and a member of the American Impressionist Society. He has been an Artist Ambassador for M.Graham Watercolors for over 15 years.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/october-2025-general-meeting-demonstration-with-ron-stocke/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T100000
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOPS INTERNATIONAL - Pablo Ruben
DESCRIPTION:PABLO RUBEN REGISTRATION BEGINS SEPT 13\, 2025\nWORKSHOP: NOV. 8\, 2025 FROM 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (Pacific) \nNOTICE TO WA STATE RESIDENTS: Effective Oct. 1\, 2025\, NWWS is obligated to charge WA state residents sales tax on our online workshops. This does NOT apply to anyone residing outside of WA state.  \nPablo Rubén (Spain) has been a dedicated\, professional artist for more than 20 years and\, since 2007\, specializes exclusively in watercolor. He participates in exhibitions\, festivals\, and numerous outdoor competitions\, and has achieved about 500 awards from around the world. \nPablo currently teaches watercolor courses internationally\, including in Los Angeles\, Moscow\, Seattle\, Vancouver\, Italy\, Mexico\, and many more locations. \nHis time is shared equally between his studio in Griñón and the outdoors. When working in the studio\, he uses reference photographs taken during travels and uses a photo retouching program to refine the images before the painting begins. Outdoors\, he works directly from the subject but also takes a mobile phone image to help establish the composition and to have a reference for the lights and shadows that change so quickly. Usually\, his outdoor works are part of “quick painting competitions\,” as they are called in Spain. \nPablo sees water as the undisputed protagonist of the landscape\, and lowers the horizon line with a point of view almost at the level of the pond or the river in front of him. With this approach\, the perspective is more open at both ends and the space feels more vast. With more space devoted to the water\, he finds many interesting ways to render water and make it come o life. \nHis exceptional work and award winning paintings can be found in many private and corporate collections around the world. \nNOVEMBER 8\, 2025 WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:\nYou will learn to paint two different types of water reflections as Pablo teaches the fundamentals of painting water as your subject matter. We will consider the amount of pigment in the brush\, the proper amount of water\, combinations of brush loads\, the state of the paper\, and other considerations that impact the work. We will work with big washes\, calm water in the landscapes\, puddles\, lakes\, and the movement of water when painting waves. \nPablo will review all of his chosen materials and equipment. \nSupply List
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/workshops-international-pablo-ruben/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop International
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SUMMARY:Enter the Waterworks Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:REMINDER: DOUBLE-CHECK your entry’s details before you click “submit”. Once your entry is submitted\, painting images\, pricing\, and etc. can’t be changed\, so please take a few minutes to know your entry is absolutely accurate. \n\n– Make sure the horizontal measurement and vertical measurement are not mixed up.\n– Make sure your image(s) are labeled properly as described in the prospectus
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/entry-form-waterworks/
LOCATION:NWWS Website
CATEGORIES:Waterworks
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SUMMARY:JANUARY 2026 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH MICHAEL SOLOVYEV
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nMichael Solovyev is from Montreal\, Canada and is often called a “sunny watercolorist”. His airy\, transparent paintings look as though they emit sunlight. His traditional academic art education\, extensive experience as a theater stage designer\, and his career as an oil painter have informed his current priority as a watercolor artist – the depiction of light. \nMichael’s work is universally appealing\, and in his January demo\, you’ll see his unique technique for creating his beautiful work. He uses a step-by-step and layer-by-layer image construction\, using both dry brush technique and soft transitions. \nWhat you’ll see during the demo is a preview of his upcoming 2-day online workshop (April 16-17\, 2026)\, which will be a focus on portraiture.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/january-2026-general-meeting-demonstration-with-michael-solovyev/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T130000
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOPS INTERNATIONAL - Angela Fehr
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION BEGINS DEC 13\, 2025\nWORKSHOP: FEB. 14\, 2026 FROM 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (Pacific) \nNOTICE TO WA STATE RESIDENTS: Effective Oct. 1\, 2025\, NWWS is obligated to charge WA state residents sales tax on our online workshops. This does NOT apply to anyone residing outside of WA state.  \nRule-Breaking\, Heart-Affirming Watercolor with Angela Fehr\nPaintings come alive when artists take risks and break a few rules! In this workshop\, Angela will share how she’s shifted her approach to watercolor from rigid perfectionism to playful\, experimental watercolour painting. She will teach you how to use the skills and techniques of watercolor with an intuitive trust in the process\, working in a series to shift from literal to abstract\, making room for mistakes and experimentation that lets your unique artistic voice shine on the paper. \nAngela believes that the perceived limitations that you might hold are the key to your individual strength and voice and will offer suggestions to help you shift your thinking from “fight” to “freedom!” If you’re struggling to let go of control and play with watercolour more freely\, this session will inspire and encourage you! \nWorkshop Topics: \n\nUnderstanding intuitive process\nStrategies for more playful painting\nDeveloping an abstracted version of a literal subject (using landscape as an example)\nWorking with thumbnails\, value studies and notans\nExperimenting and mark making\n\nThis is a fast-paced workshop as Angela works rapidly and intuitively with many techniques and approaches demonstrated\, plan to watch and paint as you can and then set aside time to rewatch the workshop more slowly in the 30 days of access following the event. \nAbout Angela: Living in rural northern British Columbia\, Canada\, Angela’s art turned a corner from rigid perfectionism to freedom and fluidity as she learned to trust the medium and pour love and presence into her paintings. \nAngela’s approach to watercolour is one that prioritizes self-expression\, developing her paintings through multiple\, experimental studies. Angela describes her painting process as “heart-led\,” pairing her extensive knowledge of watercolour technique with a willingness to allow the painting to evolve with freedom\, as each brush stroke suggests a new direction to be explored with curiosity and vulnerability. \nSupply List
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/workshops-international-angela-fehr/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop International
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SUMMARY:FEBRUARY 2026 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH SCOTT GELLATLY
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nPortland-based painter Scott Gellatly brings a vibrant\, expressive approach to the landscapes around him. Working in oil\, casein\, and monotype\, he moves fluidly between representation and abstraction\, using lush surfaces\, bold color\, and energetic mark-making to transform familiar environments into luminous\, emotionally rich experiences. Rooted in a lifelong connection to nature\, his recent work leans further toward abstraction\, distilling place into gesture\, hue\, and atmosphere. \nScott holds a painting and drawing degree from the University of Oregon and has exhibited nationally. His two decades in the art materials industry—including his role as Product Manager at Gamblin—inform his sought-after lectures and workshops. He now teaches widely\, including plein air programs in Italy and Croatia\, and is represented by LAURA VINCENT DESIGN & GALLERY and Smith & Vallee Gallery.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/february-2026-general-meeting-demonstration-with-scott-gellatly/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T200000
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SUMMARY:MARCH 2026 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH MIKE KOWALSKI
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nMike Kowalski’s (AWS\, NWS\, SDWS) paintings draw inspiration from the natural surroundings of Shoreham and the cityscapes of Melbourne\, Australia. He paints from observation\, sketching in charcoal\, oil\, and watercolor to capture the moods and images of the natural and built world around him\, preferring to paint outdoors. \nBorn and raised in California\, Mike started entering art shows as a teen and later earned a BFA from Utah State University. He lived and worked as an illustrator in California and on Marrowstone Island\, Washington\, for many years before moving to Australia in 2014. \nHis many awards include:\n– “Artists Choice” / Sonoma Plein Air\n– 1st Place / Pacific Northwest Plein Air Invitational\n– Silver Medal of Honor / AWS International Exhibition\n– Past Presidents Award / National Watercolor Society International Open \nMike is consecutive exhibitor at the prestigious Fabriano Biennial / Fabriano\, Italy. \nHis work has graced the cover of Plein Air Magazine and is collected internationally. \nArtists John Singer Sargent\, Emile Kosa Jr.\, Maynard Dixon\, Harold Herbert\, and Ivor Hele heavily influenced Mike’s work.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/march-2026-general-meeting-demonstration-with-mike-kowalski/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
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SUMMARY:MICHAEL SOLOVYEV WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATIONS OPEN FEB. 21\, 2026!\nMICHAEL SOLOVYEV 2-DAY WORKSHOP\nAPR. 16-17\, 2026 (online)\nWORKSHOP HOURS: 9:00 – 4:00 (Pacific time) \nNOTICE TO WA STATE RESIDENTS: Effective Oct. 1\, 2025\, NWWS is obligated to charge WA state residents sales tax on our workshops. This does NOT apply to anyone residing outside of WA state. \nCLICK TO VIEW THE WORKSHOP FLYER \nThe Portrait in Watercolor: Light and Dynamic\nMichael’s workshop focus will be the creation of lively\, dynamic portraits using the core potentials of watercolor: transparency\, lightness\, and spontaneity\, which is how he expresses himself so beautifully. \nMichael is from Montreal\, Canada and is often called a “sunny watercolorist” his airy\, transparent paintings look as though they emit sunlight. His traditional academic art education\, extensive experience as a theater stage designer\, and his career as an oil painter have informed his current priority as a watercolor artist – the depiction of light. \nHe will introduce you to the project construction technique that he uses most often – step-by-step and layer-by-layer image construction\, using both dry brush technique and soft transitions. Where to start? How to structure the work correctly? Together\, incrementally\, you will make a complex\, detailed portrait project.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/michael-solovyev-workshop-apr26/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260424
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SUMMARY:MIKE KOWALSKI WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATIONS OPEN FEB. 21\, 2026!\nMIKE KOWALSKI 2-DAY WORKSHOP\nAPR. 22-23\, 2026 (online)\nWORKSHOP HOURS: 9:00 – 4:00 (Pacific time) \nNOTICE TO WA STATE RESIDENTS: Effective Oct. 1\, 2025\, NWWS is obligated to charge WA state residents sales tax on our workshops. This does NOT apply to anyone residing outside of WA state. \nCLICK TO VIEW THE WORKSHOP FLYER \nPAINTING IN THE SHADOWS\nWhen we think of watercolor\, we often think of “light”. Capturing warm light with transparent washes of color seems made for watercolor; however\, you can’t really have light without shadow. Shadows can be an incidental part of a picture\, like a slim line coming from a lamp post\, or they can make up a crucial part of a painting. We don’t often think of featuring those kinds of darks in a watercolor painting\, and Mike Kowalski’s workshop is designed to make the shadow areas rich\, interesting\, and complex. \nYou will study how shadows can add an essential punch to paintings. Whether used as a compositional element\, design\, color variation\, or as a means to set a painting’s mood\, this workshop will help guide you in the important aspects of painting shadows and shadowed areas. \nMike’s early art inspirations come from literature\, in essence the pictures in the books that were read to him or by him. The chapters of those books were often illustrated by renowned artists like N.C. Wyeth. Wyeth was a master at using shadows to create drama in his compositions. A favorite Sargent painting of Mike’s features soft painting effects of figures in shadow. Hopper used shadows to a significant impact as well\, breaking up the picture with interesting shapes. \nHe especially likes shadows for the opportunities they provide for soft-edged detail. The lack of light keeps the contrast between light and dark much more subtle and fun to paint! Mixing shadow colors can be exhilarating\, especially when painting outdoors. \nThis workshop will feature several ways for effective shadow painting. Attendees will sketch based on reference material and prepare a value study. The value study can be invaluable in providing a mental “road map” for the actual painting. Color mixing will also be covered. Students will focus on enhancing shadows with subtle changes in color and color temperature to add depth and pop to the painting\, avoiding dull shadows. \nLandscape will be the chosen subject matter and it will likely include a figurative element. A simple still life as warm-up will help students understand basic approaches to shadow painting. \nMichael looks forward to what will be an exciting workshop!
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/mike-kowalski-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:APRIL 2026 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH STEPHANIE BOWER
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nSeattle-based artist Stephanie Bower brings a rare blend of architectural precision and expressive watercolor to every page. A licensed architect who began her career in New York City\, Stephanie now collaborates with renowned firms such as Olson Kundig\, Perkins+Will\, and Mithun\, creating luminous pencil and watercolor illustrations that capture the spirit of place. \nFor more than 25 years\, Stephanie has inspired students at Parsons School of Design\, the University of Washington\, and Cornish College of the Arts. A globe-trotting urban sketcher\, she has taught at eight international symposiums and leads workshops worldwide\, sharing her passion for perspective and on- location sketching. \nAn award-winning artist and best- selling author\, Stephanie’s demos are packed with insight\, energy\, and practical techniques. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a master who makes architecture come alive with watercolor.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/april-2026-general-meeting-demonstration-with-stephanie-bower/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260501T190000
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SUMMARY:Waterworks Awards Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join NWWS members\, artists\, and art lovers for the 2026 Waterworks Membership Exhibition Awards Reception. \n \nBe with us to enjoy fabulous watermedia paintings from the many NWWS members who share their immense creativity with the world each year. \nClick the “REGISTER” button to register for this online event.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/waterworks-awards-reception-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Waterworks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T130000
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SUMMARY:WORKSHOPS INTERNATIONAL - Sebastian Thommen
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 15\, 2026\nWORKSHOP: MAY 9\, 2026 FROM 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (Pacific) \nNOTICE TO WA STATE RESIDENTS: Effective Oct. 1\, 2025\, NWWS is obligated to charge WA state residents sales tax on our online workshops. This does NOT apply to anyone residing outside of WA state.  \nIrish Greens & Rolling Hills: Painting Depth and Light in County Galway \nAbout Sebastian:\nSebastian Thommen resides in Ireland. He discovered a love for watercolor in his youth\, keeping it as a personal passion while pursuing acting. After later transitioning to painting professionally\, he quickly gained recognition\, winning the Silver Award and Artists’ Choice Award at Art in the Open in 2023. In 2025\, he was invited to serve as one of the three judges at Europe’s biggest plein-air festival\, featured in Artists & Illustrators magazine\, and awarded Best Urban Scene at the Watercolour Society of Ireland Annual Exhibition. \nAbout the Workshop\, Sebastian’s Description:\n“In this three-hour workshop\, I’ll take you through my full process for painting a classic Irish landscape — rolling hills\, a sunlit cottage\, long tree shadows\, and of course\, a few sheep to bring the scene to life. \nWe’ll begin with a quick 10-minute study. This isn’t a separate exercise — it’s my way of thinking on paper before starting the main painting. I’ll show you exactly how I approach composition: what I move\, what I simplify\, and how I decide on a design that feels pleasing and strong. You’ll see my reasoning as I shape the scene the way I want to paint it. \nNext\, I’ll spend about 10 minutes demonstrating how I mix my greens. Not everyone loves working with green\, but I have a way of making them interesting\, lively\, and harmonious. I’ll explain the logic behind the colour choices so you can apply the same ideas in your own landscapes. \nFrom there\, we’ll dive into the main painting — rolling hills in County Galway. I’ll guide you through creating depth\, layering washes\, and building a strong sense of distance. We’ll work from the large shapes first and gradually refine the cottage\, trees\, stone walls\, and finishing touches. And yes — we’ll add sheep! They’re simple\, fun\, and they instantly give the landscape an unmistakably Irish feel. \nBy the end\, you’ll have a complete painting\, a better understanding of greens\, and a clear roadmap you can use for future scenes. \nI reckon that I will have ample time to create the two\, 10 min lessons before the actual painting. It’s a good way to warm up too!” \nSupply List
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/workshops-international-sebastian-thommen/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop International
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
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SUMMARY:Samish Island Paint-Out - May 2026
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 1\, 2026.\nREGISTRATION CLOSES ON MAY 6\, WHICH IS 1 WEEK BEFORE CAMP BEGINS \nIMPORTANT! AS OF OCT. 2025\, WE MUST COLLECT WSST ON ALL REGISTRATIONS. THIS APPLIES ONLY TO WA STATE RESIDENTS AND THE AMOUNT IS DETERMINED BY YOUR ADDRESS.\nBe aware that any cabin requests must be noted on the registration form and that cabins are assigned on a first-come-first-served basis. \nArtists working in all mediums love Paint-Out: collage artists\, watercolorists\, oil & acrylic painters\, knitters\, and other media artists. Some artists work on small pieces\, but there is space for those working very large. There is a large bulletin board where artists pin their finished work for all to see\, and artists enjoy being the first one up. \nThe camp’s accommodations are brightly painted quaint heated rustic cabins with a bathroom nearby. For a few more dollars\, there are cabins with a shared bathroom facility\, and accommodations for these are on a first-come-first-served basis with preference given to those who are willing to share. \nCOSTS: Camp cost is very reasonable no matter which accommodation type you choose. For example\, the most popular choice is the “Full 4-day Camp\, Standard Cabin”\, which costs $410.00\, including meals. There are also options to attend camp for fewer days or to attend camp and find accommodations elsewhere. While planning\, note the Cancellation Policy on the registration form. \nWHAT TO BRING: Click the “Supplies Button” on this page.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/samish-island-paintout-2026/
LOCATION:Samish Island Campground and Retreat Center
CATEGORIES:Paintout
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T200000
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SUMMARY:MAY 2026 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH RENE EISENBART
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nAward-winning watercolorist René Eisenbart\, signature member of the American Watercolor Society and National Watercolor Society\, creates paintings that celebrate beauty in the raw and imperfect. From an early age René knew she would be an artist. That lifelong calling has evolved into a vibrant contemporary style. \nShe spent 25 years illustrating for The Oregonian\, painting birds\, flowers\, and everyday subjects— transforming them through her expressive vision. Today\, René layers acrylic marbling and textured grounds beneath luminous watercolor\, where playful figures and unexpected narratives emerge. \nHer work invites viewers into a world of possibilities\, leaving space for personal interpretation. René’s upcoming demo promises insight into her marbling process\, rich surfaces\, and storytelling approach. Join us for an inspiring presentation from an artist who brings imagination and experimentation to life.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/may-2026-general-meeting-demonstration-with-rene-eisenbart/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260623T200000
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SUMMARY:JUNE 2026 GENERAL MEETING DEMONSTRATION WITH PAM WENGER
DESCRIPTION:START TIME: 6:00 (Pacific time)\nPortrait artist Pam Wenger brings heart\, and insight\, to every figure she paints. A retired teacher with a lifelong love of portraiture\, Pam has studied with acclaimed watercolor masters Ted Nuttall and Charles Reid\, refining her craft while being open to growth and inspiration. \nShe captures the quiet dialogue between artist and subject’s through expression\, gesture\, and thoughtful composition. Pam\’92s portraits reveal likeness\, presence\, and personality. \nHer award-winning work has been recognized in prestigious exhibitions including the American Watercolor Society\, National Watercolor Society\, Pennsylvania Watercolor Society\, and the Baltimore Watercolor Society Mid-Atlantic Shows\, as well as features in Splash\, Artist’s Magazine\, and Watercolor Artist. \nPam’s upcoming demo offers an opportunity to watch her bring a portrait to life\’97thoughtfully\, intuitively\, and with the expressive sensitivity that defines her work.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/june-2026-general-meeting-demonstration-with-pam-wenger/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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