Idaho Watercolor Society

Linda Aman Online Zoom Masters Watercolor Lessons
2025-08-26 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-12 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-12 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Boise)
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. Email to register linda@amanarts.com These are Master Level Classes on Zoom. Price $30 per class. Contact me for more information. We have a few openings. (I am looking to open a Beginners/Intermediate Level Class on-line, let me know if you are interested).

Geoff Allen Plein Air Workshop
2025-08-12 09:00 - 2025-08-14 16:00
Geoff Allen, acclaimed plein air artist, is teaching a 3-day workshop in the Wood River Valley. The Wood River Valley (Blaine County) encompasses four incorporated cities including Bellevue, Hailey, Ketchum, and Sun Valley. The cost is $400. The sessions will be taught outdoors at properties in the valley and provide a unique opportunity to learn from a master in a gorgeous place. Contact Geoff via his website if you are interested, payment is made directly to him. https://www.geoffallenart.com. Lodging and other arrangements are the responsibility of the artist.

Watercolor Workshop - Geoff Allen
2025-08-12 00:00 - 2025-08-14 23:59
Watercolor artist Geoff Allen will be doing a 3day workshop from August 12 -14 in the Sun Valley area. There are a few spots left. Please contact Sue Johnston at 510 908-3097 or Suj22ascot@gmail.com for details. First day at the Botanical Gardens. Day 2 at Silver Creek Preserve,. 3rd day TBD.

IWS SW Analysis & Discussion
2025-08-04 13:00 - 15:00
Eagle Hills Church… 651 N Eagle Rd, Eagle, ID 83616

Directions:

In Eagle from State St. go north on Eagle Rd. to the top of the hill.

We meet downstairs in the Music Room

Parking is available in the lower lot. 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!”

Questions? email Scott scottmuscolo@gmail.com

Linda Aman 2-day Workshop: Approaching Abstracts with Watercolor and Mixed Media
2025-08-01 09:00 - 2025-08-02 16:00
Linda Aman will present a two-day hands-on exploration of abstraction. Participants will learn to “play with purpose” using watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media. This workshop is open to all levels and includes demonstrations, individual feedback, and creative experimentation. Location: The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho, 300 S Capital Ave. Idaho Falls, ID.

$180 TAM Members, $200 Non-Members 208-534-7777. Email Linda for questions about the workshop. linda@amanarts.com

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Gloria Miller Allen and Linda Aman opening of the Art Exhibit, two women show “Make Your Mark”
2025-07-24 00:00 - 2025-09-27 23:59 | Art Museum of Eastern Idaho, 300 S. Capital Avenue, Idaho Falls, Idaho, 83402, United States
Gloria Miller Allen and Linda Aman opening of the Art Exhibit, two women show “Make Your Mark” at The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho, Idaho Falls Idaho. July 24th – Sept 27th

“Make Your Mark” is a vibrant celebration of creativity and lifelong learning, featuring a diverse range of art. Showcasing watercolor, acrylic, mixed media and more. Allen and Aman invite visitors to explore the joy of artistic discovery and the transformative power of a single mark. They encourage you to experiment and embrace the creative journey.

Also, their new co-authored book “Clever Endeavor” is now available.

IWS SW Analysis and Discussion
2025-07-07 13:00 - 15:00

Beginning Printmaking - Linoucut/Collage
2025-06-28 10:00 - 14:00
June 25 (Wed) and 28 (Sat): Beginning Printmaking – Linocut/collage.

*Classes are Wed and Saturday, Saturday being a repeat of Wednesday’s class

*Each class is $45, all materials provided

*Classes are 10:00-2:00 but some people stay later to make more prints

*I only take three students for each class for optimal printing opportunities!

*You will need to bring lunch and water and three drawings specific to the class.

Students will learn about the materials for making linocuts and techniques for carving their 4X6 linocuts. We will also learn about ink applications and printing linocuts. Each student will make an edition of 5 linocut prints. Additionally, we will make collages and then print our linocuts on the collages to create color spots and texture. If you are interested in any of these classes, please email me: lwinmacd2@gmail.com. These classes fill up quickly, so let me know as soon as possible!

Beginning Printmaking - Lionocut/Collage
2025-06-25 10:00 - 14:00

2025-06-24 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-24 09:00 - 12:00
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. . Price $30 per class. 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, let me know if you are interested).

Beginning Printmaking - Linocut on Paper and Fabric
2025-06-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-18 10:00 - 14:00
*Classes are Wed, June 18 and Saturday, June 21 with Saturday being a repeat of Wednesday’s class

*Each class is $45, all materials provided

*Classes are 10:00-2:00 but some people stay later to make more prints

*I only take three students for each class for optimal printing opportunities!

*You will need to bring lunch and water and three drawings specific to the class.

Students will learn various linocut techniques and cut out a 5X7 or 6X8 linocut. This image will then be printed as an edition of 5 on paper. Students will then have the opportunity to print on fabric. I will have a variety of fabric to print on, but students are encouraged to bring their own 100 percent cotton shirts or cloth bags to print on. If you are interested in any of these classes, please email me: lwinmacd2@gmail.com. These classes fill up quickly, so let me know as soon as possible!

Beginning Printmaking - Botanical/Stencil Class
2025-06-14 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-11 10:00 - 14:00
*Classes are Wed, June 11 and Saturday, June 14 being a repeat of Wednesday’s class

*Each class is $45, all materials provided

*Classes are 10:00-2:00 but some people stay later to make more prints

*I only take three students for each class for optimal printing opportunities!

*You will need to bring lunch and water and three drawings specific to the class.

Students will learn how to use leaves, grass, and other botanical elements to create beautiful botanical prints. We will learn basic ink applications to create various images, ghost images, textures, and color harmony. In addition, we will create stencils, learn how to use stencils in printmaking, and then combine botanicals and stencils for unusual and interesting effects. If you are interested in any of these classes, please email me: lwinmacd2@gmail.com. These classes fill up quickly, so let me know as soon as possible!

Linda Aman - Online Zoom Masters Watercolor Lesson
2025-06-10 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-10 09:00 - 12:00

Beginning Printmaking - Linocut/Collage
2025-06-07 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-04 10:00 - 14:00
June 4 (Wed) and 7 (Sat): Beginning Printmaking – Linocut/collage.

*Classes are Wed and Saturday, Saturday being a repeat of Wednesday’s class

*Each class is $45, all materials provided

*Classes are 10:00-2:00 but some people stay later to make more prints

*I only take three students for each class for optimal printing opportunities!

*You will need to bring lunch and water and three drawings specific to the class.

Students will learn about the materials for making linocuts and techniques for carving their 4X6 linocuts. We will also learn about ink applications and printing linocuts. Each student will make an edition of 5 linocut prints. Additionally, we will make collages and then print our linocuts on the collages to create color spots and texture. If you are interested in any of these classes, please email me: lwinmacd2@gmail.com. These classes fill up quickly, so let me know as soon as possible!

Linda Aman - Free Zoom "Art Talk"
2025-06-04 19:00 - 20:00
Contact Linda ASAP to be on the link, Next “Art Talk” June 4th 7:00pm-8:00pm. Topics Change each month Limited # access – email linda@amanarts.com to get on the Zoom list.

IWS 2025 Annual Juried Membership Exhibition Awards Reception
2025-06-03 17:30 - 20:30
The awards reception will be held on the main floor at the Water’s Edge Gallery, located in the Riverside Hotel, 2900 W. Chinden Blvd., Boise, ID. The exhibition was juried by acclaimed artist Kathleen Giles.

Opening for IWS Annual Exhibit
2025-05-09 17:30 - 19:30
Riverside Hotel – Water’s Edge Gallery will host the IWS Annual Exhibit opening May 9 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm. A nice arrangement of light appetizers and desserts will be available.

IWS 2025 Annual Juried Membership Exhibition
2025-05-06 08:00 - 2025-06-29 20:00
Visit the exhibition at the Water’s Edge Gallery, located in the Riverside Hotel, 2900 W. Chinden BLVD, Boise, ID.

IWS East - Opening Reception at TAM
2025-05-01 17:00 - 20:00 | The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho, 300 S. Capital Ave., Idaho Falls, Idaho, 83402, United States
Opening Reception for the regional show. This is open to the public and is in conjunction with the first Idaho Falls Art Walk

IWS East - Spring Show at The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho (TAM)
2025-05-01 10:00 - 2025-06-07 17:00 | The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho, 300 S. Capital Ave., Idaho Falls, Idaho, 83402, United States
Annual Regional Show at The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho (TAM).

IWS SW Analysis and Discussion
2025-04-07 13:00 - 15:00
Eagle Hills Church… 651 N Eagle Rd, Eagle, ID 83616. In Eagle from State St. go north on Eagle Rd. to the top of the hill.

We meet downstairs in the Music Room. Parking is available in the lower lot.

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…..

IWS Analysis and Discussion
2025-04-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Eagle United Methodist Church, 651 N. Eagle Rd, Eagle, ID, 83616, United States
…... in-person meetings again.Eagle United Methodist ChurchFirst Mondays of the Month, 1 – 3 p.m.Directions: In Eagle, from State St., go north on Eagle Rd. to the top of the hill. Go to the lower parking lot behind the church and enter the door. A director will help.Fun, Friendly and Helpful!
Questions? Email Scott <scottmoscolo@gmail.com>

Watercolor Floral Workshop “Radiant Red” by Linda Aman
2025-03-22 09:00 - 16:00
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. linda@amanarts.com

Star, Idaho Studio address: 7263 Southern Vista Ct. Star, ID.

Price $95.00 for the workshop
