The Oregon Watercolor Society began in 1966 with 38 members. Its purpose was “to further the interest of transparent watercolor painting and to encourage a wider experience, enjoyment, and education to the painter and the viewing public.” Its bylaws provided for semi-annual meetings in April and September, each hosting a juried show which would travel throughout the state for a year.  

The opportunity to exhibit, peer and professional critiques, workshops, and artistic networking have benefitted Oregon Watercolor Society members for over five decades. The professional camaraderie continues to encourage growth and creative excellence, promoting watercolor painting across the state.

We are excited to be apart of the first Central Oregon WSO Convention! The 2019 Fall Watercolor Society of Oregon Convention will be held at Riverhouse on the Deschutes and Convention Center on October 4,5,6. 

The Convention coincides with the October First Friday Art Walk, 5-8 pm. Layor Art Supply and Gallery at 1000 NW Wall St will feature local watercolor artists for the month of October. Be sure to stop in and see the art! 

*Hey, Look What's New!*

Princeton Aqua Elite Brushes 
Finest Synthetic Kolinsky Sable 

Aqua Elite is an innovative synthetic-hair paint brush that is indistinguishable from natural Kolinsky, yet significantly more affordable. The performance of this new synthetic hair brush technology makes Princeton Aqua Elite the new standard for discerning watercolor artists.



Stonehenge Aqua Black
Watercolor Paper

The first 100% cotton black watercolor paper: Stonehenge Aqua Coldpress Black.

Black watercolor paper is an exciting, new world. Instead of building up shadows, one builds up light. It’s a place where negative space is transformed into positive. And while it may be dark, it’s a chance for those who live and breathe watercolors to bring a new breed of creativity to light.

https://youtu.be/hgHlF4UdrWA

Saunders Waterford 
Watercolor Paper


Saunders Waterford is an exquisite watercolour paper, traditionally made on a cylinder mould machine. Made using 100% cotton, the highest quality papermaking material, to high archival standards. Each sheet is buffered with calcium carbonate to help defend finished pieces of work from discolouration caused by acids present in atmospheric pollution.

Upcoming First Friday Shows

:: October 4th :: 

Watercolor Society of Oregon  



Layor is proud to feature the works of our local watercolor society. This show will be running in conjunction with the WSO Annual Fall Convention. There will be over a dozen local professional watercolorist's work on display. Layor will be providing complementary beverages and hosting the Rock and Blues duo, J.J. Steel! 


J.J Steel

*If you haven’t joined us for First Friday yet, let us encourage you to come on down. 
As always, you are welcome to enjoy a complimentary beverage, enjoy great music, meet featured artist & even shop.

**New**
 Fall Class Schedule!  

View Our Class Program on our website, 
Link: http://layorart.com/102-2/classes-info/

Pictured here is Ken Marunowski and his students during his Abstract Acrylic class!  



 

Private Paint Parties @ Layor! 

Interested in having your own Paint Party at Layor?
Call 541-322-0421 or email us at info@layorart.com for more information!