A Note from Deb Newman, CWS President
July 2026 President’s Message
Despite the summer heat, we enjoyed a wonderful turnout for our July meeting. Thank you to everyone who contributed refreshments and participated in Painting of the Month and Show & Tell. Congratulations to Judi Tintera (1st Place) and Susan Ford (2nd Place)!
Save the Dates
• August 5 | 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. – Pick up artwork from the Art Center exhibit.
• October 11 – Beginner’s Watercolor Workshop. 10 spaces remain. Register through our website citruswatercolorsociety.org, and contact Angela McMurray at Bowwow46@gmail.com with any questions.
• October 14 – November 18 – Six-Week Beginner Watercolor Class. New time: 1:30–3:30 p.m. The class is full, and a waitlist has begun.
Our inaugural Show & Sale at the Art Center was a great success, with sales comparable to previous Wildlife Center shows. Thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success!
Our July workshop with Bev Yankwitt was canceled because of low enrollment. We hope to reschedule her workshop next year and encourage members to always register early so future workshops can move forward.
Many thanks to Polly Boston for demonstrating her varnishing techniques and to Gingi Martin for her engaging presentation on the life and influence of J. M. Turner.
There will be no meeting in August. We’ll reunite in September to celebrate our 45th Founder’s Day with pizza, cake, fellowship, and our annual painting competition featuring a cash reward.
We want to extend our heartfelt best wishes to Judi Miller as she begins a new chapter closer to family. We’ll miss her! Have a safe and enjoyable summer. To those facing illness or injury, we send our thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. See you in September!
Deb Newman
President, Citrus Watercolor Society (2025–2027)