February 2026 – Citrus Watercolor Society

Press Release

From Music to Watercolor Magic; Meet Polly Boston!

Citrus Watercolor Society is delighted to announce that Pauline (Polly) Boston will present a demo and one day workshop at the Art Center in Citrus County on Friday March 13 and 14^th. All levels of watercolor artists are welcome. It will be fun and add new techniques to your repertoire. Friday arrive at 12:30 PM for light refreshments and our “Painting of the Month” competition. The demo is at 1:30PM following our meeting. The Saturday workshop hours are from 9:00AM to 4:00PM (also at the Art Center, 2644 N. Annapolis Ave., Hernando.)

At the CWS regularly scheduled business meeting, Polly will demonstrate a watercolor preview to her one-day workshop entitled: “Nature: Wild Sumac Against River Water”. The demo is free to members and begins after our business meeting. Guests are asked for a $5 donation. The workshop fee for CWS members is $95, the non-member fee is $125. It’s a wonderful opportunity for you to learn more about her techniques for “plein air” painting. Sign-up today with Elaine McLaughlin at mtmelaine@gmail.com or on the CWS website https://citruswatercolorsociety.org. A supply list will be sent to you when you register.

Polly Boston of Lecanto is on one hand a well-known pianist and vocalist. Switching hats, she becomes an award-winning watercolorist who is a member of Florida Watercolor Society as well as Citrus Watercolor Society and exhibits at local galleries and art shows in the area.

Looking ahead, the members of Citrus Watercolor Society are planning a Show and Sale in June. Look for details on our website and on Facebook.

Citrus Watercolor Society was established in 1981 dedicated to fostering the sharing of skills and knowledge of watercolor artists. Annual dues are $45 and the benefits of membership are many. Workshops, demonstrations, social events, shows and sales all in friendly, comfortable settings.

Dori Sullivan 2/2026

Lynn Ferris Workshop

On February 14 and 15 Lynn Ferris conducted a two-day “Capturing the Light” workshop. Lynn showed how properly using light can bring our work to the next level. Light and shadow shouldn’t be afterthoughts in our paintings. In fact, good use of light and shadow is one of the best ways to take a painting from ordinary to extraordinary.

Lynn showed students how to use light and shadow to design stronger compositions and bring drama to a variety of subject matter. Students gained new skills and confidence working with shadows, light sources, creating glow and more. An excellent instructor, Lynn provided handouts, reference materials, and lots of personal attention. It was an educational and entertaining use of the students time and all raved about it.

Press Release

January 2026

We’re looking forward to seeing you at the CWS monthly Business Meeting at 12:30 on Friday, Feb 13 that includes light refreshments, Painting of the Month awards and our very special guest artist Lynn Ferris, who will present a demo at 1:00 PM.

Back by popular demand, Lynn will present a demo on Friday, as a preview for her two-day workshop the following Sat and Sun Feb 14 & 15. Entitled “Capturing the Light”, the workshop helps us understand how light and shadows influence our paintings. No one knows how light reacts to watercolor paintings like Lynn Ferris. The demo and workshop will be in the Educational Building of the Art Center of Citrus County at 2644 N. Annapolis Ave., Hernando. The demo is free to CWS members (all welcome, a $5 donation is appreciated from guests) and the workshop fee is $150 for CWS members $180 for non-members. Contact Darla Goldberg at dardarfla@gmail.com to register or sign-up on our website at https://citruswatercolorsociety.org.

Artist’s Statement: “Capturing the Light” brings your work to the next level. Light and shadow shouldn’t be afterthoughts in our paintings. In fact, good use of light and shadow is one of the best ways to take a painting from ordinary to extraordinary.

Lynn will show students how to use light and shadow to design stronger compositions and bring drama to a variety of subject matter. Students will gain new skills and confidence working with shadows, light sources, creating glow and more. Lynn provides handouts, reference materials, and lots of personal attention.

CWS Artist of the Month In January Elaine McLaughlin won first place with her watercolor seascape painting. There was a tie for second place with Chris McKinney and Judi Tintera showing their watercolor work. The vote, by Viewer’s Choice, is made by members and guests at our monthly meetings.

If you are a watercolor artist – all levels from beginner to experienced – and would like to meet with other local artists to exchange techniques, enter juried shows, have the opportunity to simply share and enjoy a membership in “the friendliest little watercolor club anywhere” join CWS today. Annual dues are $45 and the benefits are endless. Membership information is available on our website

Looking Ahead In June, 2026 CWS will host its first Show and Sale at the Art Center in Citrus County. Details will be available as our plans proceed. We hope to see you in February and look forward to having you and your art as part of CWS.