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SUMMARY:NWWS June 2023 General Meeting Demonstration with Dale Laitinen
DESCRIPTION:Dale Laitinen has been painting for over forty years\, thirty five of those in watercolor\, and he’ll soon be sharing his vibrant talent with NWWS. \nHis watercolors are fluid and exuberant\, with confidant full on brushstrokes. He moves easily between objective and nonobjective painting\, sometimes somewhere in-between\, but always intriguing and an invitation for the viewer to stay a while. Contrast that loose energy with his equally beautiful\, carefully engineered more structured paintings and you come away amazed at such a wonderful talent range. His travels across the American west figure prominently in his work. \nOne of the signatures of a Laitinen painting is the long view with the natural forms of the topography being foremost. His works extend to the interaction between structures such as roads\, dams\, canals\, powerhouses\, and the natural landscape. In one of these paintings one might find a concrete dam that spans a river canyon\, or a highway that cuts through desert sandstone\, or a shadow of a bridge that crawls slowly across a red rock wall. \nLaitinen’s work has been featured in several books\, including “The Splash Series”\, “Painting with the White of your Paper”\, and “The The Transparent Watercolor Wheel”\, and in several periodicals\, including “The Artist’s Magazine”\, “Watercolor Magic”\, “Watercolor Magazine”\, and “Drawingboard Magazine”. \nHe is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society and Watercolor West and an active workshop instructor. \nJoin us for this very special night with an immense talent and enjoy watching Dale work his brushstroke magic.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/nwws-june-2023-general-meeting-demonstration-with-dale-laitinen/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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SUMMARY:NWWS May 2023 General Meeting Demonstration with Mark Mehaffey
DESCRIPTION:What a treat we have for you on May 23\, 2023! \nMark Mehaffey\, AWS\, NWS (Dolphin Fellow)\, TWS\, and many other significant professional honors\, will join our general meeting as demo artist. Mark works primarily in watercolor and acrylic\, the “other” media. His work ranges from beautiful watercolor paintings to dynamic abstract work of a personal nature\, often executed on Yupo substrate. He is always a sought after instructor\, juror\, and demonstration artist. \n“During the time I have been painting (more than 50 years) my interest in the act of painting has never waned\,” says Mark in his artist’s statement. “However\, the content of my work and my technical abilities are constantly evolving. This state of change is something that all artists embrace. It is through change that growth occurs. To be timid\, safe\, complacent or overly satisfied does not push the boundaries of creativity.” \nMark is also the author of “Creative Watercolor Workshop” (2005)\, later rereleased as “Creative Watercolor and Acrylic Workshop” (2013). He also created twelve popular instructional videos and has appeared in many publications. He was featured in “Masters of Watercolor” written by Konstantin Sterkhov and “Inspirations & Technical Breakthroughs: Secrets from the Contemporary International Watercolor Masters Volume 1” written by Zhou Tianya & Ruan Hoe. \nMehaffey’s paintings are included in corporate\, public and private collections including Blue Cross Blue Shield and The Arches Paper Co.\, USA. In 2018 he was invited to participate in the International Watercolor Masters Exhibition in Weston Park England. His work is included in permanent collections of transparent watercolors at major institutions such as the Neville Public Museum (WI)\, the Muskegon Museum of Art\, Muskegon (MI)\, and the National Watercolor Museum of Mexico City\, among others. \nJoin us for what will be a memorable evening from one of America’s most respected artists.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/nwws-may-2023-general-meeting-demonstration-with-mark-mehaffey/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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SUMMARY:Michael Solovyev Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Portrait in Watercolor: Light and Dynamic\nCost: $50.00  |   Participants: Limit 50 \nCreating lively\, dynamic portraits using the core potentials of watercolor: transparency\, lightness\, and spontaneity. \nThe first “Workshops International” (online) mini workshop will be taught by artist Michael Solovyev from Montreal\, Canada. Michael 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 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/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop International
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SUMMARY:AZR - May: Andy Evansen
DESCRIPTION:Please note the change of date to May 1\, 2023. \nAndy Evansen’s focus will be on plein air painting during this month’s AZR event \nAPRIL 20\, 2023: DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PAINTINGS FOR CRITIQUE. If you would like to submit a plein air painting for possible critique\, register right away and find the instructions within the registration confirmation for the event.\nAndy is a Signature Member of AWS\, PAPA\, RRWS\, and TWSA. His recognizable ‘style’ was inspired by the watercolor paintings of British artists Trevor Chamberlain\, David Curtis\, Ed Seago and Edward Wesson\, among others. He found himself attempting to capture the landscape with the same economy of brushstroke\, taking advantage of the luminosity of watercolors done in just a few washes. In addition\, he was impressed with the way those artists seemed to capture everyday scenes in such a way that revealed a hidden beauty\, subjects that many would simply pass by. 

All art lovers are encouraged to register for this special event. \nDon’t miss this special day with one of America’s finest artists and instructors.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/artist-zoom-room-may-andy-evansen/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Artist Zoom Room
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SUMMARY:David R. Smith Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join David on a Watercolor Journey\, learning the most valuable watercolor concepts and techniques. This workshop will save you countless hours of trial & error by demonstrating approaches in an easily understood manner that will open new doors of discovery and creativity. Participants will have access to reference photos\, drawing guides\, typed outlines\, and step-by-step instruction through all stages of the painting process. Regardless of your level of experience\, you’re almost guaranteed to leave with a handsome work of art\, and the skills\, concepts\, and confidence to take your paintings to a higher level. David will demonstrate a wide variety of techniques\, including “wet-on-wet\,” “splattering\,” “spraying\,” and how to link shapes in a composition based on values\, while also learning about edge quality of shapes\, the importance of different consistencies of paint\, and the different moisture qualities of paper—concepts and approaches that will keep your paintings fresh with exciting blends and textures\, and keep you inspired and eager to explore your new watercolor capabilities long into the future.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/david-r-smith-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230428T190000
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SUMMARY:Waterworks Awards Reception
DESCRIPTION:It is time again to show off our members’ fine work at the 2023 Waterworks Membership\nExhibition Opening and Awards Reception. \nAny and all art lovers are invited to join this Zoom webinar event on Friday\, April 28th\, 2023\, Juror\, David R. Smith\, will join us as we honor the 95 exhibiting member artists and to present the awards. \nWith a talented team lead by Waterworks Chair\, Molly Murrah\, we’re able to present each of the paintings for all to enjoy the impressive and wide ranging talents of NWWS members.\nAs always\, we will record the reception and members may find it on our website.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/waterworks-awards-reception/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Waterworks
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SUMMARY:NWWS April 2023 General Meeting Demonstration with Ron Stocke
DESCRIPTION:NWWS is delighted to bring the brilliance of Ron Stocke to our meeting on April 25\, 2023.  \nRON STOCKE\, an award-winning watercolor artist\, is a regular contributor to\, and has been a cover artist for\, Watercolor Artist Magazine as well as other publications. Teaching 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.\n​
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/nwws-april-2023-general-meeting-demonstration-with-ron-stocke/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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SUMMARY:Artist Zoom Room - April: Jed Dorsey
DESCRIPTION:NWWS is delighted to bring the brilliance of Jed Dorsey to our Artist Zoom Room on April 10\, 2023. Many NWWS members work in several mediums\, so this demo will be a treat for acrylic artists and encouragment for others to try this very versatile watermedia. \nJed represents the fourth generation of artists in his family. His father\, Jack Dorsey\, is also a professional\, well known artist. Like many artists\, Jed was painting at an early age and selling paintings as young as age eleven. \nJed and his family traditionally pursued watercolor\, but gallery hopping in Canada exposed him to the intriguing brilliance of acrylic and it was instantly appealing. That very week began his exciting journey with acrylics. He painted for many years as a secondary pursuit\, but became a full time artist in 2016. He loves how light changes objects such as common garbage cans\, buildings\, plants trees–everything. Filtered sunlight shining through trees onto a road\, river\, sidewalk\, or path is favorite subject matter. Having lived in both rural and urban locations he sees beauty in both lush landscapes and structured cityscapes. Whether painting en plein air or in the studio with a photo reference\, he interprets what he sees with an intent to create a beautiful piece of personal art\, nothing literal.
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/artist-zoom-room-april-jed-dorsey/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Artist Zoom Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230328T190000
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SUMMARY:NWWS March 2023 General Meeting Demonstration with Jed Dorsey
DESCRIPTION:NWWS is delighted to bring the brilliance of Jed Dorsey to our meeting on March 28\, 2023. Many NWWS members work in several mediums\, so this demo will be a treat for acrylic artists and encouragment for others to try this very versatile watermedia. \nJed represents the fourth generation of artists in his family. His father\, Jack Dorsey\, is also a professional\, well known artist. Like many artists\, Jed was painting at an early age and selling paintings as young as age eleven. \nJed and his family traditionally pursued watercolor\, but gallery hopping in Canada exposed him to the intriguing brilliance of acrylic and it was instantly appealing. That very week began his exciting journey with acrylics. He painted for many years as a secondary pursuit\, but became a full time artist in 2016. He loves how light changes objects such as common garbage cans\, buildings\, plants trees–everything. Filtered sunlight shining through trees onto a road\, river\, sidewalk\, or path is favorite subject matter. Having lived in both rural and urban locations he sees beauty in both lush landscapes and structured cityscapes. Whether painting en plein air or in the studio with a photo reference\, he interprets what he sees with an intent to create a beautiful piece of personal art\, nothing literal. \nJed makes his home on Camano Island\, WA\, with his wife\, daughter\, his family nearby\, and with stunning views of Puget Sound. \nYou won’t want to miss Jed’s unique approach to painting! \n​
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/nwws-march-2023-general-meeting-demonstration-with-jed-dorsey/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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SUMMARY:Artist Zoom Room - March: Ron Stocke
DESCRIPTION:RON STOCKE\, an award-winning watercolor artist\, is a regular contributor to\, and has been a cover artist for\, Watercolor Artist Magazine as well as other publications. Teaching 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/artist-zoom-room-march/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Artist Zoom Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230228T210000
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SUMMARY:NWWS February 2023 General Meeting Demonstration with David R. Smith
DESCRIPTION:David R. Smith enjoys the challenge of working in harmony with a fluid medium\, allowing the most beautiful results to occur naturally. David utilizes a number of techniques such as working wet into wet\, glazing\, pouring\, spattering\, and spraying. These techniques not only keep the painting fresh\, but produce exciting interminglings and textures effortlessly. \nDavid’s favorite subjects tend to be found in nature and he loves to travel abroad as well as explore state and national parks for inspiration. Depicting a subject in great light\, capitalizing on the contrast developed by light and shadow\, while showcasing the assortment of jewels that happen naturally through the fluid medium keeps David eager to paint his next creation. \nDavid has studied under numerous instructors in the states and in China. He has displayed his work in galleries and museums across the United States and his work has been awarded at the state and national level. David has received Signature Membership with the American Watercolor Society\, National Watercolor Society\, and others
URL:https://www.nwws.org/event/general-meeting-feb-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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