SW Monthly Member Announcements

IWS SW Members Exhibits and Workshops/Classes for March

Exhibits:

Beth Trott – There’s still time to catch Beth Trott’s Fantasy Illustrations at Catalyst Arts Collaborative before February ends! With over 15 years of experience painting interior illustrations for publications like Dungeons & Dragons, Beth’s work is bold, vibrant, and rich in storytelling. While you’re there, check out Catalyst’s lineup of art classes and browse their charming gift shop, featuring handcrafted items by local creatives!

Then, in March, Beth is honored to be part of “Land Lines,” a group exhibition with Stephanie Inman and Antonia Hendricks at Initial Point Gallery in Meridian City Hall. Her “Walk the Lines” series will be featured in this dynamic show, with an opening reception on Tuesday, March 4th from 4:30 – 7pm. The exhibition will run through March 28th, so be sure to stop by and see it!

Beth has also been busy preparing for the Rotunda Show and can’t wait to see the incredible arat our participating members will bring. Organizing this show is both a huge joy and undertaking, and she sincerely thanks everyone who has volunteered to help make it happen—it wouldn’t be possible without this amazing group! Beth’s painting “Basque Memories” will be on display alongside 70+ other artworks in the Idaho State Capitol Rotunda from March 1st (opening at 2 PM) through March 14th. Whether you’re participating or just coming to enjoy, she hopes all members will take the time to visit this stunning exhibition.

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Cherry Woodbury  will be the featured artist for the month of March at the Eagle City Hall located at 660 E Civic Ln, Eagle, She will have some 20 pieces of art on display.  Be sure to stop by Monday – Friday    8AM to 5PM

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Scott Muscolo is showing his painting “Still Standing” as part of the Idaho Art Gallery’s “Spirit of the West” exhibit.  The show runs from Feb. 4 to Mar. 29, with an artist reception on Friday, February 28 from 4:00-8:00 PM.  An open house is scheduled for Saturday, March 1 from 11:00-6:00 PM.  https://idahoartgallery.com/

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Jessica L Bryant is teaching an online workshop for Terracotta, Transforming Space: Creating Depth with Value and Color. March 6, 9am-Noon Pacific Time. $79 with lifetime access to the recording. She is also exhibiting during Western Art Week in Great Falls, MT. Her work will be in the Best of the West show, the March in Montana Auction, and in the gallery rooms for Settlers West and Coeur d’Alene Galleries. Online workshop link:

https://terracotta.art/version-live/explorer_workshop/terracotta–watercolor-watercolor-explorer-program-148

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Linda Aman – Has a painting “Energy Dynamics” in the Idaho Watercolor Society Show   The 41st Annual Capitol Rotunda Art Show: reception March 8^th at the Idaho State Capitol Rotunda from 11:00-2:00. General Public invited. Tell your friends.

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Carrie Cornils – My artwork will be displayed at the Water’s Edge Gallery at the Riverside Hotel in March and April 2025.

My piece “The Desert Pallet” will be on display in the Rotunda show in March.

My piece “Fall Aspens” will be on display at the Sears Art Museum in St. George UT through March 31, 2025

Alcohol Ink classes will resume in my home studio in April.  [email protected]

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Frankie Sims  / Heart in Art Studio Gallery  – I’d like to invite anyone who can to swing by the nampa civic center for the “ Up in the Air” themed show by the TVAA. I have the  2 featured artist display cases, with six pieces, including two watercolors which have been improved upon thanks to feedback from many of you at our monthly discussion group in Eagle.  Thanks so much!   Also, I am showing a large wc on canvas at the capitol rotunda, School of Life, lots of fun tropical fish, my style.

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Joyce Green will be one of the featured artists at the Riverside hotel’s Riversedge Gallery March 3rd to May 5th.  There will be an opening on first Friday, March 7th from 5 to 7.  Join me to see some of my Water Music and Persistence of Pine works!  The hotel’s lobby is usually available, though!

In addition, Joyce will show about 50 works (yes 50!) related to our west at the Garden Plaza in the Valley View Retirement Center during the month of March.  The Center is at 1130 North Allumbaugh in Boise off Fairview.  There will be an opening reception on Wednesday March 12th from 5 to 7:30.  Come!

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41st Annual Capitol Rotunda Show – Let’s Make It Amazing!

The Idaho Watercolor Society’s 41st Annual Capitol Rotunda Show is almost here! From March 1–14, the halls of the Idaho State Capitol will be filled with incredible watercolor paintings, showcasing the talent and creativity of OUR members.

Join us for the artist reception on March 8 from 11 AM–2 PM, featuring live music by the Boise Phil Youth Orchestra from 11 AM–12 PM. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate watercolor, connect with the community, and share in the joy of art.

This is one of IWS’s biggest shows of the year, and we all play a part in making it a success. Come see the exhibition, bring a friend, and help spread the word—let’s make this year’s show the best one yet!

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Workshops/ Classes:

Linda Aman – Watercolor Floral Workshop “Radiant Red” Is designed to help you explore and develop a rich variety of reds in your artwork. You will learn how to mix and layer different shades, using both premixed and custom blends of red. The focus will be on capturing the luminous curves of the petals, enhancing depth and vibrancy through color.  A photo reference will be provided. Sign up. [email protected]   Star, Idaho Studio address: 7263 Southern Vista Ct. Star, ID. Date: Saturday March 22^nd.  9:00am-4:00pm. Price $95.00 for the workshop

Linda Aman – FREE Zoom “Art Talk” FREE every Month first Wednesdays Contact Linda ASAP to be on the list for the link, Next “Art Talk” topic “Color”  March 5th 7:00pm-8:00pm. Topics Change each month Limited # access – email [email protected] to get on the Zoom list. 

Linda Aman – Online Masters Watercolor Lessons with Zoom Tuesdays (usually every other week) Similar to us in person “open paint” sessions, you can share what you are currently creating.  Just email a painting in progress to Linda the day before class. Artists are learning from all the critiques and each artist’s paintings. Wide variety of art. You will have instruction, personal critique, and paint time during class. Tuesday March 4th and Monday March 17th . Price $30 per class. Times 9:00am-12:00pm or 6:00pm-9:00 (MST)   Email to register [email protected]   These are Master Level Classes on Zoom. Contact me for more information. We have a few openings. (I am looking to open an Beginners/Intermediate Level Class on-line, let me know if you are interested).

Linda Aman – In Person Watercolor classes– Star, Idaho Studio address: 7263 Southern Vista Ct. Star, ID 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: Monday March 3^rd.    1:00pm-4:00pm. Sign up Price $35 per class. Email [email protected] 

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Happy Painting! 🙂

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Karyn deKramer

SW Email Coordinator

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SW Members Exhibits and Workshops/Classes for February 2025

Exhibits:

February Mary Gardiner is showing three paintings in the TVAA Rhythm exhibit at the Gem Center for the Arts, Boise. Mary has a studio nearby the exhibit and you are welcome to make arrangements to also visit her studio.

Joyce Green will have two works at the “Canvas and Corks” event at Jump January 30th, and a work in the annual IWS Rotunda exhibit, which will feature the work that was part of the American Watercolor Exhibit and Traveling Show:  “March of the Mountain Waters”.

She will also be a featured artist at the Riverside hotel’s River’s Edge Gallery for the months of March and April.

Look for an opening reception on a first Friday in March.

And Joyce will exhibit at the Valley View Retirement Center in March, with a reception on the 2nd Wednesday evening.

See you there!

Workshops/ Classes: 

Linda Aman – Free Zoom “Art Talk Contact Linda ASAP to be on the list for the link, Free Art Talk every Month first Wednesdays , Next “Art Talk” February 5th 7:00pm-8:00pm. Topics Change each month Limited # access – email [email protected] to get on the Zoom list. 

Master Art Classes Online Live

Linda Aman – Online Masters Watercolor Lessons with Zoom Tuesdays (usually every other week) Similar to us in person “open paint” sessions, you can share what you are currently creating.  Just email a painting in progress to Linda the day before class. Artists are learning from all the critiques and each artist’s paintings. Wide variety of art. You will have instruction, personal critique, and paint time during class. Tuesday February 3^rd and 10th . Price $30 per class. Times 9:00am-12:00pm or 6:00pm-9:00 (MST)   Email to register [email protected]   These are Master Level Classes on Zoom. Contact me for more information. We have a few openings.

Linda Aman – In Person Watercolor classes– Star, Idaho

Studio address: 7263 Southern Vista Ct. Star, ID 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: Monday February 10^th    1:00pm-4:00pm. Sign up Price $35 per class. Email [email protected] 

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Happy Painting! 

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Karyn deKramer

SW Communications Coordinator

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Exhibits:

Carrie Cornils – I am proud to announce my work Fall Aspens was juried into the 2025 Sears Art Museum Annual Show and Sale in St. George, UT.  Also, my work will be featured at the Riverside Gallery in March and April 2025.

Pam Grant – The Seattle Convention Center has invited Northwest Watercolor Society back for a Signature Exhibition beginning January 23, and running through July 15, 2025. Pam Grant’s art ‘Palouse 1″ is among 63 Signature and Gold Medal Fellowship members. 85 pieces to be on display in the Phyllis Lamphere Gallery on level 2 of the Arch Bldg located at 705 Pike Street, Seattle, WA. The show will also be online at www.nwws.org.

Workshops/ Classes: 

Linda Aman – Free Zoom “Art Talk with Linda Aman”– January topic “Inspired Intentions”  Contact Linda ASAP to be on the list for the link, Free Art Talk every Month, Next “Art Talk” January 9^th Thursday 7:00pm-8:00pm.  Limited # access – email [email protected] to get on the Zoom list. 

Master Art Classes Online Live  –  Linda Aman – Online Masters Watercolor Lessons with Zoom Tuesdays (usually every other week) Similar to us in person “open paint” sessions, you can “bring” what you are currently creating.  Just email a painting in progress to Linda the day before class. Artists are learning from all the critiques and each artist’s paintings. Wide variety of art. You will have instruction, personal critique, and paint time during class. Tuesday, January 7^th and 21^st  Price $30 per class. Times 9:00am-12:00pm (MST)  1:00pm-4:00 or 6:00pm-9:00 (MST)   Email to register [email protected]   These are Master Level Classes on Zoom. Contact me for more information

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Happy New Year!  

Wishing you Peace, Joy, and Creativity. 

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Art Quotes

“Art is a course in personal development that has no reliable diploma and no known end. The pursuit of art instructs in beauty as well as ugliness, fantasy as well as common sense. Art levels souls and baffles brains. Art softens pain because it is pain. Art gives joy because it is joy.” ~ Robert Genn 

“In art, everyone who plays wins.” ~ Robert Genn

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Karyn deKramer

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SW Email Coordinator

IWS SW Members Exhibits and Workshops/Classes for November

Exhibits:

Gary McCall – St.Lukes moves me from the Boise campus to the Meridian art wall. I will be on the healing wall at St Al’s in Boise.

Mary Gardiner will be in the Riverside hotel Water’s Edge Travelers exhibit. Mary has paintings in the TVAA Brown exhibit at the Gem Center for the Arts, Boise, and in the Art of the Gift exhibit, Full Moon Gallery, Twin Falls.

Anne Watson Sorensen is delighted to show her artwork at the Riverside Hotel Gallery in 2 different shows Nov 5-Dec 2.  She will be part of the Women’s Journey show, sharing her art journey through 30 years of painting. Also, she will have 2 paintings as part of PAPI, Plein Air Painters of Idaho.  Opening Reception is Friday, Nov 8 from 5:30-7:30 pm.  2900 W Chinden Blvd, Garden City.

Additionally, Anne Watson Sorensen is pleased to have a painting juried into the Sun Valley Airport Nov 5-May 2025 called “Whispered Cast #2”.  She is thrilled that her IWS award-winning Traveling Show painting “Abundance” was sold in Idaho Falls.

Jack Dykstra will have 2 paintings at the invitational FOR Fine Art Gallery Smaller Works Show and Sale, Whitefish, MT, December 13, 2024 – January 18, 2025.Exhibit at gallery and online at: FoRFineArt.com

Jack Dykstra has 2 paintings at the Plein Air Painters of Idaho (PAPI) “Iconic Idaho” exhibit and sale, Water’s Edge Riverside Hotel, Boise, ID, November 4 – 30.

Jack Dykstra is participating in the Montana Watercolor Society, Signature Member Exhibit and Sale. This is a MTWS signature members only, on-line virtual show, available November 15 – December 20,2024. View show at: montanawatercolorsociety.org

Joining dozens of watercolor artists, Jack Dykstra attended the Fabriano in Acquarello in Watercolor event, October 14 – 18 in Fort Worth, Texas. Featuring 3 full days of demos (27 total) by well-known watercolor artists from the U.S. and several foreign nations; an exhibit of 1,000 half-sheet watercolor paintings from 80 nations; discussion panels and art supplier booths made this a remarkable event. Fabriano, Italian paper maker since 1264, and sponsoring the event in Italy for 15 years, brought it this year to the U.S. for the first time. We can only hope that they will come here again.

Karyn deKramer – Proud to have my painting ‘Pika’ selected by jury into the Artists for Conservation Annual Exhibition -Virtual Exhibit.  Follow the link to view the entire exhibit:  AFC’s Virtual Exhibit: http://artistsforconservation.org/virtual-exhibit

Workshops/ Classes:

Linda Aman – Free Zoom “Art Talk with Linda Aman”– Limited Access – Contact Linda ASAP to be on the list for the link, Free Art Talk every Month first Wednesdays , new subjects every month. Next “Art Talk” November 6th 7:00pm-8:00pm.  Limited # access – email [email protected] to get on the Zoom list. 

Happy Painting!

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Karyn deKramer

SW Email Coordinator

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