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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 3d

Our very own signature member, Sarah Hansen, is one of the instructors for Acrylic Live March 25 – 27, 2026.

Get your online seat now and save 10% with code NWWS25!

Think of the confidence and progress you’ll make in just a few days. Visit www.acryliclive.com

#acrylic #acrylicart #painting #art

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 4d

Looking for watermedia art instruction? Our member instructors have in person and online classes open to all artists ready to learn more!

Rex Beanland of Calgary, Albert, Canada, is one!

Find a teacher that fits your artistic need. Visit www.nwws.org/nwws-member-...

#watercolor #painting #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 4d

#NWWS members, your still life paintings are wanted for the Winter 2026 Hot Press newsletter!

Gloria Carmignani Breslin entered “To Maui with Love” in the landscape themed Autumn edition.

Email your fabulous still life by December 1st to [email protected].

#watercolor #painting #art #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 6d

A painting tells a story. Susan Drey’s “My Own Way” acrylic art told a story in the 83rd Exhibition.

Oh, the 80 stories you’ll see in the 85th at Yuan Ru Art Center Nov 8 – Dec 1, 2025. Check the website for directions and details!

See you there! Visit www.nwws.org/annual-inter... #watercolor

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 7d

A signature member of AWS, NWS and of course, NWWS. Join us for a fun evening with Ron Stocke!

This week – and the last demo of the year – Tues 10/28/25 at 6pm PT.

Register to see Ron’s amazing #watercolor skills. You’ll be glad you did!

Visit www.nwws.org/event/octobe...

#seattle #art #painting

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 11d

One of our favorite jurors and a signature member, Thomas Schaller, will be among 24+ world-class artists teaching techniques at the Jan 21-23, 2026 Watercolor Live online event.

Use code NWWS25 and receive a discount on the package you choose!

Visit watercolorlive.com/wcl2026!

#watercolor #art

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 12d

Want a teaser on how Ron Stocke will paint his demo for #NWWS on 10/28/25 at 6pm PT?

In Oct 2022, American Watercolor highlighted his process for combining shapes and ending with a punch of darks.

Read all about it, then register for his live demo!

Visit americanwatercolor.net/pack-a-punch...

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 13d

Mary Schossow Schumaker’s ‘Paradox’ could be seen in person at the 83rd Open Exhibition.

On display for the 85th will be 80 paintings showing the variety of watermedia. Artists’ Awards Reception 11/8/25!

Visit www.nwws.org/annual-inter...

#watercolor #art #painting #seattle #bellevue #exhibit

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 14d

Popular watercolorist Pablo Rubén is our featured artist for the 11/8/25 Workshops International.

By last Friday there were only 5 spots left. If you were hoping to learn his technique, you better hurry and see if your spot is available!

Visit www.nwws.org/workshops-in...

#watercolor #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 17d

NWWS’ Plein Air Group has had the privilege of painting in Seattle’s Georgetown Steam Plant.

The last Plein Air event for the year is in the plant 10/22/25. Then the Groups’ work will be showcased at the Plant on Dec. 13, 2025, 10a – 2p PT.

Visit www.nwws.org/nwws-hot-pre...

#watercolor #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 18d

#NWWS is pleased that the 80 watermedia paintings chosen by juror Frank Eber can be seen in the beautiful Yuan Ru Art Center beginning Nov 8 thru Dec 1, 2025.

Shown from the 83rd Open Exhibition, is Deborah Conn’s “Unhoused Chris.”

Visit www.nwws.org/annual-inter...

#watercolor #seattle #art

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 19d

Painting water you need to consider the amount of pigment in your brush and the amount of water – just a few of the techniques Pablo Rubén can show you on 11/8/25 at 10am PT.

Very reasonably priced. Seats are filling! Get yours now!

Visit www.nwws.org/workshops-in...

#watercolor #seattle #art

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 20d

Ron Stocke says that the watercolor medium is honest, challenging and always new.

Whether you’re a beginner or a master, you’ll discover something new during his demo Tuesday 10/28/25 at 6pm PT. Don’t miss it!

Visit www.nwws.org/nwws-general...

#watercolor #painting #art #seattle #flowers

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 26d

‘Quantum Leaf’ was on display at the 83rd International Open Exhibition.

Make a date to see the 80 watermedia artworks in the 85th Nov 8 – Dec 1, 2025 at Yuan Ru Art Center. You’ll be amazed at the variety!

Visit www.nwws.org/annual-inter...

#watercolor #art #painting #seattle #bellevue

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 27d

Each quarter Workshops International offers demos from amazing artists around the world. It’s a great way to learn from the best from your home and for a reasonable price.

Our next guest is Pablo Rubén on 11/8/25 at 10a – 1p PT. Sign up before it’s filled!

Visit www.nwws.org/workshops-in...

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 28d

Ron Stocke has been #painting since an early age and knows how to brush #watercolor onto paper.

Watch how he does it 6pm 10/28/25 online. All artists welcome from wherever you are!

Visit www.nwws.org/nwws-general... to register! #seattle #washington

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · 29d

Afraid to use phthalo blue? Frank Eber used it skillfully in his demo as he magically made shapes appear as horses or barns. If you missed out, see the recording. (Another member benefit.)

Visit www.nwws.org/nwws-general... to learn more!

#NWWS #watercolor #painting #art #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · Oct 3

Who will you meet at the Nov 8, 2025 Awards Reception for the 85th International Open Exhibition? And what paintings will you see at Yuan Ru Art Center?

Shown from the 83rd is Debora Strand’s “Golden Dreams.” Save the date and join us!

Visit www.nwws.org/annual-inter...

#watercolor #art #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · Oct 2

We are happy to welcome back Ron Stocke as our demo artist Oct. 28th, 2025 at 6pm PT. This is the last demo of the year!

Grab your seat (from home as this is online) and watch the fun!

Visit www.nwws.org/nwws-general... to register!

#watercolor #painting #art #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · Oct 2

Pablo Rubén, multi-award winner from Spain, sees water as the undisputed protagonist of the landscape.

You can find out how he does it in the 3-hour online workshop on Nov 8, 2025.

All artists are welcome. Registration is easy but limited!

Visit www.nwws.org/workshops-in...

#watercolor #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · Sep 30

Painting the essence of a place. Frank Eber can show you how to do that in an online 3-day workshop Oct 20-22, 2025.

Participants are limited. Get your seat now!

Visit www.nwws.org/nwws-worksho... to learn more!

#watercolor #painting #art #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · Sep 26

If you could see Dmitry Grudsky’s “Students Orchestra” up close, you would see the texture he put into the mixed media painting.

Nov 8 – Dec 1, 2025 you can see 80 new artists at Yuan Ru Art Center for the #NWWS 85th International Open Exhibition - free!

Visit www.nwws.org/annual-inter... #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · Sep 24

Ever thought of painting with #beer instead of water?🍻

Wrangler and Coors Banquet teamed up and asked #NWWS signature member Caitlin Leline Hatch to use beer – Coors Banquet beer – instead of water!

See more on American Watercolor: americanwatercolor.net/from-rodeo-a...

#watercolor #art #seattle

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · Sep 23

Interested in capturing the fall colors with other painters? Join the Seattle area Plein Air Group and paint until the last week in October!

Members and non-members of NWWS welcome. Featured is Yi-Ju Miller’s #watercolor.

Visit www.nwws.org/plein-air-gr...

#pleinair #painting #seattle #art

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Northwest Watercolor Society @nwws1939.bsky.social · Sep 23

Atmosphere and light are just the first steps in Frank Eber’s paintings.

Find out how he does it at the 9/23/25 6pm PT #NWWS general meeting. Then be inspired to sign up for his workshop next month!

It’s easy to register for the online demo. Visit www.nwws.org/nwws-general...

#watercolor #seattle

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