Juried Show at the Biggs
Are you ready? Drop-off of your original work is on Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The member entry fee is $30 for two works and $35 for non-members. The fees will not be split, so take advantage of the opportunity and enter two pieces. Cash or checks made payable to DWS will be collected at the entry desk.
If you are unsure about requirements and eligibility of your artwork, please review the prospectus online at www.delawarewatercolorsociety.org.
Kass Morin Freeman, our juror and awards, is fair and insightful and has consistently provided excellent feedback on our show. We look forward to having her give us her opinions. More importantly, we look forward to having beautiful art on display. Having your work juried into a museum show is always a great addition to your resume.
Juried Show at Nassau Valley Vineyards
Our summer show will be at Nassau in July. The prospectus and schedule will be available in the next couple of weeks. Keep painting. This is always a lovely show with several awards and the added attraction of great wine.
April 16th Workshop
Our April 16 workshop will be re-scheduled for sometime in August or September. We tried to keep the registration fee as low as possible but with only nine registrations, we wouldn’t have been able to cover our costs. We encourage everyone to participate in DWS events so that we can continue to offer workshops, shows, and other events. We need participation and support to be a viable, active society.
If you have suggestions for workshop topics, or would like to volunteer to present a workshop, please contact Don Blow at artisto1@comcast.net. If you submit your idea or program now, it will be discussed at our May board meeting.
June 18 – Annual Meeting and Luncheon
Mark your calendars for the DWS annual meeting, Saturday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Glade Clubhouse, 16 Farm Glade Drive, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. This year we will be asking for a $10 donation to cover the luncheon.
At the meeting, conduct regular business, have an art presentation and elect new Board members to fill some vacancies on the Board of Directors. Notices and position descriptions will be sent out in May. If you are interested in joining the Board and becoming a decision maker in the organization, please let Anne Cyr know. We are always looking for new people to share their expertise and ideas. We would love to hear from you. Anne can be reached at (302) 226-7781.
Other Events
Plein Air Brandywine Valley Competition – September 25 – October 2
Artists and photographers are invited to submit applications and portfolios with a $40.00 application fee through the Plein Air Brandywine Valley event website. Artist registration begins on March 1, 2011, and closes on July 15, 2011. Rolling admissions are from May 15, 2011 - July 15, 2011. Artists who register early may be notified as early as June 1, 2011, of their selection to participate in the competition. Later applications will be reviewed and qualifying artists will be notified by August 1, 2011. Artists who are selected MUST confirm attendance and pay a registration fee of $110.00
Artists who apply will be invited to participate in one day of painting, drawing, or photographing. Resulting works may be included in the final show and sale, and considered for special awards. Awards are from $500 to $3,000. For more information, requirements, and application, go to www.PleinAirBrandywineValley.org.
Holly Branch Promotes "Painting in Public Place”
The visual artists of Holly Branch of the National League of American Pen Women are promoting plein air painting. This free endeavor, "Painting in Public Places," is to encourage the public to participate in the partnership of artists with similar interests, whether a novice or professional. Sessions this spring and summer will focus on Historic Delaware. Artists of any skill level are invited to join in to sketch, or paint. Artists must bring their own drawing and painting equipment.
Paint -out dates, locations, and a suggested supply list are online at hollybranchapw.org. Suggestions for local favorite and public historic sites can be emailed to nlapw.hollybranch@gmail.com . Questions can be directed to Maria Liberto Bessette, Holly Branch President 302-241-5919.
Come join the fun. Here are some upcoming dates and locations.
The visual artists of Holly Branch of the National League of American Pen Women are promoting plein air painting. This free endeavor, "Painting in Public Places," is to encourage the public to participate in the partnership of artists with similar interests, whether a novice or professional. Sessions this spring and summer will focus on Historic Delaware. Artists of any skill level are invited to join in to sketch, or paint. Artists must bring their own drawing and painting equipment.
Paint -out dates, locations, and a suggested supply list are online at hollybranchapw.org. Suggestions for local favorite and public historic sites can be emailed to nlapw.hollybranch@gmail.com . Questions can be directed to Maria Liberto Bessette, Holly Branch President 302-241-5919.
Come join the fun. Here are some upcoming dates and locations.
April 27, 9 am (Wed)
Historic Dover. Meet on "The Green", in front of the Old State House (South State Street). Artists will choose their favorite view
of "The Green" and Legislative Mall area.
May 11, 9 am (Wed)
Historic Milford. Meet downtown at the Riverwalk area next to the Good News
at 1 North Walnut Street.
June 1, 9 am (Wed)
To be announced
June 15 & 22, (Wed)
John Dickinson Plantation, Kitts Hummock Rd, Dover.
A lot to paint, gardens, the home, outdoor structures, and landscape.
Pennsylvania Watercolor Society – June 1 Entry Date
Last Notice--PWS will hold its 32nd international juried exhibition, October 8 – November 11, 2011, at the Chester County Art Association, 100 N. Bradford Avenue, West Chester, PA. For more information and a prospectus, email Beverlyart@aol.com or go to pennsylvaniawatercolor.blogspot.com.
