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January 2026

Jan 28
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IWS SW Analysis and Discussion Feb 2

By Region - Southwest, SW In Person Analysis and Discussion

Sorry… Correction for the last message regarding Analysis and Discussion.  The earlier message had two dates.  The correct date is Feb 2.

IWS SW Analysis and Discussion

Eagle Hills Church…  651 N Eagle Rd, Eagle, ID 83616

Monday, Feb 2, – 1 – 3 p.m.

What:  Monthly in-person critique

Where:  Eagle Hills Church, but in the upstairs community room (to the left as you enter the double doors), park in the upper lot—this change may last for several months as it has to do with limiting access to the school area downstairs

When:  1:00-3:00 PM

Contact:  Scott  scottmuscolo@gmail.com

Jan 28
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IWS SW Analysis and Discussion

By Region - Southwest, SW In Person Analysis and Discussion

IWS SW Analysis and Discussion

Eagle Hills Church…  651 N Eagle Rd, Eagle, ID 83616

Monday, Feb 2, – 1 – 3 p.m.

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What:  Monthly in-person critique for January 5, 2026

Where:  Eagle Hills Church, but in the upstairs community room (to the left as you enter the double doors), park in the upper lot—this change may last for several months as it has to do with limiting access to the school area downstairs

When:  1:00-3:00 PM

Having trouble with a painting?…bring it.

Have a successful painting?…We’d like to see it and cheer!

No painting to bring…Come anyway…..

…it’s all FUN, FRIENDLY and HELPFUL !

“Get that old stuff out from under your bed or off your easel and bring it in for discussion, we’re all friends and there’s no crying in watercolors!”

-Scott

Questions? email Scott    scottmuscolo@gmail.com

Jan 27
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Pre-Annual Workshop Information

By Annual Workshop

Greetings Fellow Painters!

Signup for the annual workshop with JJ Jiang is coming up in about 6 weeks. We’re very excited about our instructor, his painting style, and his work shown on his website! He’s a wonderful painter!  Please access JJ’s workshop plan (PDF here) in the hopes that you will research his topics and style before the sign-ups. This year we are going to charge a $100 non-refundable down payment when you are guaranteed a spot in the workshop.  We are hoping that this will encourage you to research our instructor, look at the theme of the workshop, and check your calendars for conflicts before you sign up. Workshop dates are June 3-5. More details will be forthcoming.  If you have questions, you can contact Susan or Jean — but read the information first.

Cheers!

Jean Ah Fong – jnahfong@gmail.com

Susan Kluksdal – gskluksdal@gmail.com

Jan 27
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SW Members Exhibits and Workshops/Classes for February

By Region - Southwest, SW Monthly Member Announcements

SW Members Exhibits and Workshops/Classes for February

Exhibits:

Gary Mccall – Art Source juried watercolor painting.  Boise Brewing artist show. These both will have First Thursday receptions. Boise Weekly let me know I will also have the cover on first Thursday of February.

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Shelly Johnson is pleased to share that her painting, “Girl with Shoes”, has been accepted into Western Colorado Watercolor Society’s 36th Annual Rockies West National Exhibition. The Rockies West National Exhibition will be held from March 6 to April 3, 2026 at the Western Colorado Center for the Arts in Grand Junction, Colorado.

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Carol HasBrouck Browning – “Faces” is a show at the Riverside in Garden City. Roy Gover, Joni Fry and Carol HasBrouck Browning are showing their very different styles of portraits at the Riverside during January and February. Artists Reception is Friday night February 6th. 5:30 a7:30.

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IWS Show-College of Eastern Idaho IWS show. February 2nd-27th. 1600 S 25th E, Idaho Falls, Christofferson Building B. Linda Aman has a painting in the show with other artists of IWS.

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Gloria Miller Allen and Linda Aman will have a two woman show at the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho.  Opening is July 24, and it will run through late September.  They will debut their book. CLEVER ENDEVORS at their exhibit.  The book will sell for 35.00. Sold through Amazon. The book is educational, has full color images of their work; with mini essays, poetry, inspiring words, personal stories,, and bits of humor.

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Workshops/ Classes: 

Linda Aman – In Person Watercolor Classes– Star, Idaho. Come join us, learn the creative use of watercolor, and strengthen your paintings. Bring a painting you are working on, or Linda can provide a project. Materials are available for use in class, and you are welcome to bring your own. All levels welcome. Date: Mondays February 2nd, 16th, March 2nd, 16th and 30th 1:00pm-4:00pm. Price $35 per class.  Email for address in Star, Idaho. To sign up  Email linda@amanarts.com 

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Master Art Classes Online Live – Linda Aman – Lessons on Zoom Tuesdays (usually every other week) Similar to in person “open paint” sessions, where you can share what you are currently creating. Email a painting in progress to Linda the day before class. You will have instruction and paint time during class. Artists learn from a wide variety of art. All the critiques and suggestions from each artist’s paintings will increase your knowledge. Tuesdays February 3rd, and 17th March 3 rd,10th, and 31st. Price $30 per class. Times 9:00am-12:00pm or 6:00pm-9:00 (MST)   Email to register linda@amanarts.com   These are Master Level Classes on Zoom. Contact me for more information. We have a few openings. (I am looking to open a Beginners/Intermediate Level Class on-line, email me if you are interested).

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Linda Aman-Private in person, Watercolor and Mixed Media Lessons are available – email to schedule a time and date. linda@amanarts.com 

Linda Aman-Consulting and Critique on Zoom are available – email to schedule a time and date.  linda@amanarts.com 

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IWS Watercolor Workshop – Pocatello, Idaho “Rust and Corrosion” -Linda Aman linda@amanarts.com   Saturday,  March 14 | 10:00 AM–4:30 PM | Location TBA  Join Linda for a hands-on workshop exploring the look of rust, corrosion, and texture using unusual color choices and granulating paint techniques. Instruction is step-by-step, with individual guidance throughout the day. Reference materials and select art supplies will be available in class. Participants should also bring their own art materials. Contact Regional Representative Stan Cope for supply list and additional information and to sign up. skicope@gmail.com  

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Linda Aman – In Person Watercolor Classes– Idaho Falls, Idaho. Come join us, learn the creative use of watercolor, and strengthen your paintings. Bring a painting you are working on, or Linda can provide a project. Materials are available for use in class, and you are welcome to bring your own. All levels welcome. Date: Friday 6th 1:00pm-4:00pm. Price $35 per class and Saturday 7th 1:00pm-4:00pm. Price $35 per class.  Email for address in Star, Idaho. To sign up  Email linda@amanarts.com 

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Gloria Miller will teach a workshop POWER TOOLS FOR POWERFUL PAINTINGS.  Sept.10,11,12 13. At the Art Museum of Eastern Idaho.

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Happy Painting! 🙂

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Karyn deKramer

SW Email Communicator

iws.sw.idaho@gmail.com

Jan 26
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Deadline Reminders: WFWS51 and Capitol Rotunda Show

By All IWS Info, Rotunda Show, WFWS

WFWS

Only a Few More Days to enter WFWS51! The WFWS entry deadline is February 1, 2026 at 11:59 pm. Thank you to all who entered so far. As of Saturday, WFWS51 had received entries from 20 IWS members. Don’t wait until the last minute!  You can find the prospectus on the Colorado Watercolor Society’s WFWS webpage (https://coloradowatercolorsociety.org/western-federation-of-watercolor-societies) by clicking the yellow “download prospectus” button. Please contact Shelly Johnson if you have any questions about entering or issues with ArtCall – shellyejohnson@yahoo.com

CAPITOL ROTUNDA SHOW

Deadline to enter is February 25, 2026 or until the 75 painting limit is reached.

For full details on how to participate — including eligibility, submission requirements, and deadlines — visit the ArtCall site –  https://iwsrotundashow42.artcall.org/

Jan 19
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IWS Annual Juried Exhibition Submission Information

By All IWS Info, Annual Juried Exhibition

To All IWS Artists:

It is that time of the year again to submit your work for the 2026 Annual Juried Exhibition.  The prospectus is live on ArtCall and accessed here as a PDF file.

To submit your painting in ArtCall put the following link into your browser: iws2026annualjuriedexhibition.artcall.org

Please Note: that the closing date for entries is Sunday, March 8, 9:00pm Mountain Time.

Happy Painting…and Entering!

Carol HasBrouck Browning, Exhibition Chair

Jan 18
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SW Monthly Member Exhibits/Workshops Announcements Call for Feb

By Region - Southwest, SW Monthly Member Announcements
SW Monthly Member Exhibits/Workshops Announcements Call for Feb
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Very Important!  Do Not hit the Reply button to this message.  Please make sure your announcement message is sent to the email address of iws.sw.idaho@gmail.com. I recommend you Copy/ Paste iws.sw.idaho@gmail.com into your email.  Mail To: iws.sw.idaho@gmail.com 
I look forward to getting your next announcement.  🙂
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 Greetings,
It is time again to submit your upcoming watercolor exhibit, or workshop announcement into the February email listing.  A monthly list of watercolor exhibits members are participating in and/or watercolor workshop opportunities taught by members.

To participate and have your announcement posted, please send a prepared announcement to Karyn by the deadline: January 26. There are a few requirements: Please keep it short (short paragraph), text only (no attachments), text that can be cut and pasted. One link is OK. Watercolor media related only.  -Thank you.

Deadline January 26
Very Important! Please, please make sure your announcement is sent to:  iws.sw.idaho@gmail.com    
Do Not Reply to this message. 
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Karyn deKramer
SW Email Communicator
Jan 12
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Less than Three Weeks to enter WFWS51!

By All IWS Info

The Colorado Watercolor Society is hosting the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies 51st Exhibition at the Curtis Center for the Arts in Greenwood Village, Colorado from May 8, 2026 to June 27, 2026. The show juror is Xi Guo. (https://www.xiguopainting.com/) This show is open to watermedia artists who are members of one of the WFWS Component Societies, including IWS. Your IWS annual dues for 2026 must be paid by the WFWS entry deadline, which is February 1, 2026, or your entry will be disqualified.

Please read the WFWS51 prospectus carefully. You can find the prospectus on the Colorado Watercolor Society’s WFWS webpage (https://coloradowatercolorsociety.org/western-federation-of-watercolor-societies) by clicking the yellow “download prospectus” button. Remember that for WFWS, if your painting is accepted, you will be responsible for matting, but not framing. Your mat must be at least 3 inches on all sides and the outside measurement must be one of the specified sizes. Please call or email me if you need help with the math.

Please call or email me (do not call the Colorado Watercolor Society or ArtCall!) if you have any questions about entering or issues with ArtCall.

Good luck!

Shelly Johnson, IWS WFWS Delegate

shellyejohnson@yahoo.com

208 922-7566

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Jan 04
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IWS 50-year Anniversary Celebration + Needed Volunteers

By All IWS Info

IWS is hosting a 50-year Anniversary Celebration honoring IWS, the members, the founders, the history, and the volunteers and donors that made it possible. Sunday, June 7, 2026 we are having a Reception for IWS members, invited guests, and past supporters of IWS at the Riverside Hotel from 4-6pm.  Additionally, we will publish a book celebrating our 50 years.  The book will be available for purchase.

Joyce Green, Pam Grant, and Nancy Inaba have been working hard all year putting together the sources, materials and contacts for the celebration. They need your skills to put the final phase of this milestone celebration together. They need volunteers who can contribute with writing, editing, public relations, those who have experience publishing a book, those who can assist with the logistics for the show, shipping, registration at the reception, design and graphics of printed materials, and other jobs.

Please contact Joyce, Pam, or Nancy to volunteer and help us keep the momentum going.