Watercolor Society of AlabamaPromoting and supporting watermedia since 1939
Watercolor Society of Alabama began in 1939 with an exciting vision to promote, create and inspire painters in the art of watercolor media. We embrace that vision by holding juried watercolor competitions each year: WSA Annual National Exhibition and Statewide Alabama Members Showcase.
We offer workshops taught by nationally and internationally known artists. Vibrant Newsletters, published quarterly, keep members informed and connected.
2019 NATIONAL ANNUAL EXHIBITION
May 20 – May 24 – Shipped Work Due at ACA, 133 Ave NE, Decatur, AL
May 25 – Hand Carried Work Due (10:00AM-1:00PM)
May 30-31, June 1, 2019 (Thur-Sat) – Workshop with Keiko Tanabe
June 2 – Award Ceremony and Opening Reception – (1:00PM-3:00PM at ACA)
June 2 – August 2, 2019 – Exhibition Dates
August 3 – Hand Carried Paintings to be picked up (10:00AM – 1:00PM)
August 5-6 – Paintings packaged and shipping begins
Mostly self-taught, Keiko Tanabe embarked on a professional art career in 2005. Since then her paintings have won awards in many exhibitions across the Americas, Asia and Europe and have been published in leading art magazines in the U.S., Europe and Japan. She has self-published six books and is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society and a founding member of NAWA. Since 2011, she has offered more than 90 workshops around the world. Watercolor could be the most exciting medium but is often said to be unforgiving or difficult. Keiko’s workshop is for those who refuse to believe that myth and are determined to have fun. You will love Keiko’s “no fear”, direct approach: “Keep it simple, yet strong.” This unique method will be explained thoroughly in her daily demos on a variety of subjects, which take place in the studio. The process of simplification begins with visualization. Through various exercises and step-by-step demonstrations, Keiko will show you how to take your initial inspiration through a simplification process to create an expressive painting that is simple in content and strong in composition.
This workshop by Keiko Tanabe is designed for those who would like to gain a better understanding of methods and techniques to make a watercolor painting that is simple yet strong. The goal is to capture the essence of the subject matter while conveying a certain mood and atmosphere. This is Keiko’s legendary expertise! (Members $400; Non-Members $440.) For workshop information contact: Jaceena Shepard (256 810 9240; jaeshep@aol.com).
4/10/19 UPDATE: The workshop is now full, and online registration is CLOSED, but if you’d like to be placed on a waitlist, please call Jaceena at the number listed!
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