 From the President
To say we live in different times is an understatement. We are learning to make adjustments in how we go about our daily lives. Businesses, churches, and organizations are opening up and I think people are so ready! We are learning to social distance, wash our hands more frequently, wear masks and gloves when appropriate, disinfect everything and the list goes on! While considering these guidelines WTWS will have our membership meeting Sunday, June 14, 2:30 at the Legacy. (This is a week earlier than our normal third Sunday of the month because of Father's Day on June 12). We will meet in the Ball Room to allow for social distancing, hand sanitizer will be provided, masks and gloves will be available for those that would like to wear them, and the Legacy will be sanitized.
As difficult as this has been with Covid-19 and the lockdown I hope it has been a time for reflection, deep thankfulness for family and friends, and a stirring of our Patriotic Spirit. I also hope you've had special moments to think creatively and get excited about what you want to paint, what you want to learn, and how you want to challenge yourself. It is by challenging ourselves that we grow as an artist and through growth that we have the satisfying feeling of accomplishment.
I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank our board members for their dedication to WTWS. Each one of them has been a joy to work with. Their hard work, focus, and willingness keeps our wonderful organization running smoothly.
Blessings to each of you,
Jane
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WTWS MEETING
SUNDAY JUNE 14TH 2:30 PM
LEGACY BALLROOM
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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.
UPCOMING SHOWS
WTWS 2020 FALL SHOW
September 20, 2020 – November 15, 2020
Museum of Texas Tech
3301 4th
Street, Lubbock, TX
Art Check-in: Tuesday, September 8th from 10 am - 2 pm
@ Mezzanine in the Museum of Texas Tech.
If you have any difficulty with this check-in day or time,
you may have another artist bring your paintings, forms, and fees.
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Art Retrieval: Tuesday, November 17th from 10 am – 2 pm
WTWS 2020 WINTER SHOW
November 24, 2020 – January 16, 2021
Buddy Holly Center
1801 Crickets Avenue, Lubbock, Texas.
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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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KATHRYN THOMAS
The Buddy Holly Center is hosting "I. LOVE. COLOR: THE ART OF KATHRYN THOMAS". This is a solo show. It will take place from June 5 to July 19, 2020. Kathryn's gallery talk will be virtual, a video made by BHC.
It is scheduled for June 14.
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BETTY BLEVINS
Solo Exhibition
More than 60 watercolors by Betty Blevins
"A Show of Hands"
will be on display at the Buddy Holly Center
August 7 — September 13, 2020
Gallery Talk by Betty
August 9, 2:00 pm
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TIM OLIVER
Everyone has a story to tell.
Click on the image to watch the video
Tim Oliver has taken on the challenge of imagining the West Texas history molded in houses and infrastructure long since abandoned, in watercolor. A medium long known to be uncontrollable, unpredictable, and constantly changing, painting with watercolor is a challenge Oliver humbles himself to whenever the right moment strikes.
Because, when it’s right, it’s magical.
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SUZY 'PAL' POWELL
Sept 5-15 sketching in Tuscany
(Tuscany is almost filled up)
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DYAN NEWTON
ACRYLIC WORKSHOP
Bold and Vivid IMPRESSIONISTIC STYLE
Garden and Arts Center
September 8,15, 22, 29
1:00-4:30
Contact: GAC@mylubbock.us
806-767-3724
Dyan Newton’s
COLORS OF LIFE STUDIO in Abernathy
Watercolor and Acrylic Classes
806-470-3748
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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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Hello WTWS members,
Some of you joined the Caprock Writers and Illustrators Alliance (CWIA). We are now looking for illustrators to illustrate some of the stories for our first anthology of short stories. You do not have to be a member to illustrate. There will be no pay for your illustration, but you will get name recognition when the anthology is published. If you want to read the stories, go to the following site:
caprockwritersalli
So far, only 10 stories have been posted. The next five stories will be posted next week. I've made a list of what I think would be great illustrations for the following stories (but of course, you may illustrate in any way you desire):
If you are interested in the list please contact me:
Jan Lloyd - janlloyd36@gmail.com
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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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