 From the President
It has been a difficult time for everyone. We are worried about the Coronavirus Pandemic and our economy. We have been staying home, practicing appropriate distancing, and learning that wearing a mask is the new fashion statement. With businesses beginning to cautiously reopen, we may be reluctant to flip a switch and rush to get back to our regular schedules. We may start dipping our toes in the water to test it before jumping in with both feet. Because many of our members may be hesitant to be in large crowds of people, the board has voted to cancel our May meeting. We normally have our meeting in May and resume in September after taking a summer break. It is at the May meeting that we would also vote on our officers for 2020-21. There has been some discussion about possibly having a meeting in June or July but at this time, that decision has not been made. The board will continue to monitor the situation. I am optimistic about the future. As we look ahead we have much to look forward to. Our summer show will be at the Legacy in July, we will be in full swing in September, and our workshop with David R. Smith, AWS, NWS, will be in October. I hope each one of you is encouraged and looking ahead to what will be and not what is. I know you are grateful to have the gift of ART to sooth your soul and nourish your creativity. Keep painting and know that our future is bright.
Blessings to each of you,
Jane
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A Splash of RED VII
January 30, 2020 – March 25, 2020
Legacy Event Center
1500 14th Street, Lubbock, TX
Theme: RED (A BIG Splash!)
People's Choice voting has closed.
19 Artists submitted 37 paintings, for $525 in entry fees. All the entry fees collected were used for the People’s Choice awards.
People’s Choice Winners!
Three artists tied for First Place:
“For Neoma” by Diedra Brooks
“Flowers” by Mary Lu Jacobus
“Drops On A Rose” by Neal Kleman
Fourth Place:
“Olivia & Oliver From Orville, Ohio” by Cecilia Adams
Congratulations to all our Winners!
And, thank you to all artists who participated!
Summer CELEBRATION Show
July 1, 2020 – August 16
2020 Legacy Event Center 1500 14th Street, Lubbock, TX
Art Check-in: Tuesday, June 23rd from 10 am - 2 pm @ Legacy Event Center. Click HERE to download the prospectus
If you have any difficulty with this check-in day or time, you may have another artist bring your paintings, forms, and fees.
Art Retrieval: TBD from 10 am – 2 pm
Looking forward to seeing your beautiful art!
Thank You! We
And special thanks to Varsity Bookstore in support of our artists.
THIS EXHIBIT MADE POSSIBLE IN PART THROUGH A GRANT FROM THE CITY OF LUBBOCK AS RECOMMENDED BY CIVIC LUBBOCK, INC.
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IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN
2020-21 WTWS DUES
Hey Members, Our membership year ends April 30 and the next one starts May 1st. Dues are the same at last year, $40 if paid by check and $42 if paid through the PayPal Link on the wtws.org website. A few members have paid since January 1st. Please contact me if you have questions about dues, Cecilia Adams jcadams1949@gmail.com or text 806-778-2289. Be sure to tell me who you are.
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Create In Place: A Virtual Show For Quarantined Artists.
The Buddy Holly Center is going to hold a "virtual show" called
Create In Place: A Virtual Show For Quarantined Artists.
Watch for this show starting May 8th.
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KATHY THOMAS
The Buddy Holly Center is hosting "I. LOVE. COLOR: THE ART OF KATHY THOMAS". This is a solo show. It will take place from June 5 to July 19, 2020. Kathy's gallery talk is scheduled for June 14..
For more details click HERE
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TIM OLIVER
Tim shared his news with us.
May/June 2020 issue of Art of the West Magazine has hit the streets(and dirt roads)! I'm genuinely proud to be included in this issue along with SC Mummert, Kyle Ma, Sarah Lamb, David Larned, Susan Kliewer - Artist, Dave Santillanes, and Ken Carlson Fine Art ! Thanks to Publisher Andrew Krane and Editor/Writer extraordinaire, Vicki Stavig! What an honor to be included in this great magazine! https://aotw.com/
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SUZY 'PAL' POWELL
June 8-11 Cloudcroft Sketching with
Ink, Watercolor, and Gouache
Sept 5-15 sketching in Tuscany
(Tuscany is almost filled up)
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SIGN-UP FOR NEXT WTWS WORKSHOP
David R. Smith guest artist for the
October 5-8, 2020 workshop.
Fee $350. A $100 deposit.
Workshop location: LHUCA Ice House.
Workshop is designed for a maximum of 20 people.
Contact workshop chairman, Karla Bennett DeLoach at bennettkarla54@gmail.com.
Mail checks to WTWS to Karla DeLoach, 4608 5th St, Lubbock Texas 79416
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David R. Smith, AWS, NWS
The Watercolor Journey
David enjoys the challenge of working in harmony with a fluid medium. By providing the proper environment, surrendering some control, and working with the medium, the most beautiful results oftentimes occur naturally. To keep the paintings from getting too precise, and instead, to convey a feeling of aliveness, 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 intermingling s and textures effortlessly.
David’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.
David 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.
Video link showing some of his work and techniques – https://youtu.be/irkUEsznOvU
Workshop chairmen – Karla Bennett DeLoach Bennettkarla54@gmail.com
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GUEST ARTISTS 2020
MAY 17, 2020 NO MEETING DUE TO COVID-19
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WTWS WEBSITE MEMBER GALLERY
Aaron is working on updating the member gallery on the WTWS website. Each artist may submit 3 to 4 watermarked jpeg images. Aaron will resize them as needed to fit the space. Email your images to wtws@wtws.org
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Do you have art supplies that you are not using and you would like to get rid of? Please consider donating them to the Guadalupe Community Center. The donations can be brought anytime we have a membership meeting or event. We've been doing this all along but most of our members don't know about it.
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Our Mission
The purposes of the West Texas Watercolor Society is to provide an opportunity for the interchange of ideas among persons interested in all forms of water media. To promote the highest aesthetic standards in the art of watercolor and water media, and to provide civic, cultural, and educational support in the arts of all water media.
We host our meetings at the Legacy 1500 14th St 2:30 pm every third Sunday (South Side) unless other wise noted.
We have guest artists that provide a demonstration for our members so we are always exchanging ideas and learning something new or remembering something old! We have an open invite on meeting days to anyone who wishes to join our Society. Bring a friend !
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