A Note from Dori Sullivan, CWS President February 2025
We had an amazing workshop with Teresa Kirk this past weekend! It was very challenging (for me). I have to admit, I struggled. But I learned so much about color, organics vs geometric shapes, emotions … I could go on and on. I’d do another of her workshops in nanosecond. I do hope that “down the road” we’re able to have Teresa with us again. Thank you Signian – you’re a terrific program planner! And thank you Darla! You are a thoughtful sponsor – and so organized.
In March, we have Lynn Ferris coming. She’s another dynamic artist who will be doing a demo (at the Art Center) after our monthly Business Meeting March 14th. Then on Saturday, the 15th her workshop “Bringing the Figure to Life” is scheduled for all day from 9:00 to 4:00 PM. A day jammed pack with great watercolor techniques, lights and shadows. The cost for members is $95 and non-members $125. Register soon, Lynn is very popular and spaces go quickly. Contact Signian McGeary at [email protected] for details or look on our website for registration forms.
IMPORTANT NOTE: I want to mention that we are working our best to fit our times in so that we don’t interfere with other on-going programs scheduled at the Art Center. Please – We ask that you do not arrive early – come at noon when we’ll be starting to set up or at 12:30 PM for our “Meet and Greet” social time. Our business meeting and demo begins at 1:00. Light refreshments are available at 12:30. We wind things down by 3:00 and appreciate those of you who help with setting up and taking down the facility.
Our annual “Art in the Wildlife Park” is Feb. 21 (set-up racks), Saturday 2/22 bring in your artwork – and show and sales from 9:00 to 5:00 PM that day and 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sunday, Feb. 23rd. All sales money is handled by CWS “clerks”. Don’t forget your inventory sheets. All CWS members are eligible to enter for free. You may have your work judged with winning cash awards. Judging is not mandatory, but if you want to participate please pay that fee on Saturday morning – $10 for one painting, $15 for two.
Thank you, Marjorie Bannish, for coordinating our “Painting of the Month” contest. Our votes ended up in two ties. Congratulations to C. J. Westrick and Elaine McLaughlin for their second place wins and to Susan Ford-Ladeva and Theo Van Eldik for first place wins.
We are an amazing watercolor society and I thank you for your continued support! See you soon! Dori