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Congratulations to Lorri Lynch on earning an Honorable Mention for “Whispers From Above.”

See this work in the "Classical Inspiration" show, on view through 1/31 at the SDWS Gallery.

View and purchase online if you can't make it to the SDWS Gallery: sdws.org/galleryart.p...
January 28, 2026 at 5:09 PM
Take your watercolor practice from studio to garden in this 3-day workshop with Signature Artist Carolyn Lord, 3/10-3/12 from 9am-3:30pm.

Register now, before spots are filled: www.sdws.org/classes-deta...
January 28, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Call for Entries for the WFWS 51st Exhibition, hosted by the Colorado Watercolor Society, 5/4 - 6/27, 2026!

SDWS Members are invited to submit their work for this prestigious annual exhibition.

Deadline: Feb 1, 2026
More info: www.sdws.org/files/Wester...

🖼️ = "Wheel of Life" by Xi Guo
January 26, 2026 at 3:53 PM
“Early Bloomers, 2” by Thomas Franco won Honorable Mention, Miniatures in the currently showing SDWS January show "Classical Inspiration."

Come view the full exhibition through Sat 1/31 at the SDWS Gallery. Gallery hours are Wed - Sun from 11am - 3pm. Admission is always FREE.
January 26, 2026 at 3:51 PM
Congratulations to Robert Chisholm on earning an Honorable Mention for “Urban Sunset.”

View this and the full exhibition any Wed-Sun from 11am - 3pm in the gorgeous SDWS Gallery in the Arts District Liberty Station! Admission is free.

Or view online: sdws.org/galleryart.p...
January 22, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Call for Entries is now open for the San Diego Watercolor Society’s February 2026 Member Exhibition, “Touching Your Heart,” to be juried by Geoffrey Allen.

Watercolor, acrylic & mixed media are welcome. Submit your work today!

Not a member? Get more info here: www.sdws.org/members.php?...
January 21, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Congrats to Roberta Dyer - “The Family Room” received an Honorable Mention in the currently displaying SDWS January Member Show "Classical Inspiration."

Come view the exhibition any Wed - Sun from 11am - 3pm. We're located in the beautiful Arts District Liberty Station, and admission is free!
January 19, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Learn how to take your watercolor practice from the studio to the garden in this 3-day workshop with Signature Artist Carolyn Lord.

Tues 3/10 – Thurs 3/12, 9 am - 3:30 pm
Register here: www.sdws.org/classes-deta...
January 19, 2026 at 4:07 PM
The Western Federation of Watercolor Societies 51st Exhibition is now accepting submissions and offers SDWS members. The 2026 exhibition will be hosted by the Colorado Watercolor Society in Denver and will be on view 5/4-6/27.

Deadlineis February 1
More infor here: wfws51.artcall.org
January 16, 2026 at 7:05 PM
“No Regrets” by Jean Silva received an Honorable Mention in the SDWS January Member Show "Classical Inspiration," juried by Keiko Tanabe.

✨ Come see this and the full exhibition on view through 1/31 at the SDWS Gallery.

SDWS Gallery hours: Wed–Sun 11am–3pm.
January 14, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Landscapes & Storytelling Techniques with Judd Mercer, Feb 9-11!
Join landscape painter and storyteller Judd Mercer for a 3-day workshop designed to help you create landscapes that feel alive, rooted in light, atmosphere, and a true sense of place.

Register here: www.sdws.org/classes-deta...
January 13, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Congrats to Janice Cipriani-Willis, her painting "Saraya" won Best Miniature in the January Member Show, "Classical Inspiration."

On display through the 1/31. The SDWS Gallery is open Wed - Sun 11am - 3pm and admission is always FREE.

Alternatively, view online: sdws.org/galleryart.p...
January 12, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Fan Li wins Best of Theme with his “Armor and Floral”in the SDWS January Show "Classical Inspiration."

Stop in the SDWS Gallery anytime this month between 11am and 3pm Wed - Sun to check out the full exhibition in person.

Thank you to the City of San Diego for financial support.
January 9, 2026 at 3:43 PM
Demo Paintout this SUN 1/11 at am. (Please note change in day & time!)
The San Diego Excursion Vintage Car Parade & Show rolls through Point Loma, and we’ll be with brushes ready!

FREE live plein air demo with watercolor artist Kevin Liddell at 11 am. We’ll wrap up with a group review at 2:00 pm.
January 8, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Join us 1/11 from 1-3 pm via Zoom for our monthly General Meeting & Demo!

We’re excited to once again offer a critique session during Social Time (1-1:30 pm). At 2 pm, enjoy an art demo with Carolyn Lord, who will a 3-day workshop in mid-March.

📸 = "Queen Anne Cosmos" by Carolyn Lord
January 7, 2026 at 3:27 PM
Third Place in the SDWS "Classical Inspiration" exhibition went to “Midnight Magic” by Kathleen Scoggin.

"Midnight Magic" and the full exhibition are on view through 1/31. Gallery hours areWed through Sun from 11am - 3pm, and admission is free.

Or view online: sdws.org/galleryart.p...
January 6, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Join Signature watercolorist Carolyn Lord for a 3-day workshop guiding you from studio practice to painting outdoors.

Carolyn brings decades of experience in plein air watercolor. Recommended for artists with basic familiarity in drawing & composition.

Register here: sdws.org/workshopslis...
January 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Second Place in the SDWS January Member Show, "Classical Inspiration" goes to "Market Place" by Helen Hayes.

Come view the exhibition in the SDWS Gallery any Wed-Sun from 11am-3pm, or join us for the First Friday Opening Reception TONIGHT, Fri 1/2, from 5-8pm.
Hope to see you there!
January 2, 2026 at 4:45 PM
"Women" by Joan Merrick won First Place in the SDWS January Show "Classical Inspiration," juried by Keiko Tanabe.

The exhibition displays through 1/31, and the First Friday Opening Reception is this Fri 1/2 from 5-8 pm in the SDWS Gallery. We hope that you can join us to see the full show!
January 1, 2026 at 7:44 PM
The January Member Show, “Classical Inspiration,” juried by Keiko Tanabe is now on view at SDWS!

Join us for the First Friday Opening Reception this Fri 1/2 from 5-8 pm. We hope you can make it - and bring a friend!

Thank you to the City of San Diego for financial support.
January 1, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Join contemporary landscape painter & storyteller Judd Mercer for a 3-day workshop focused on creating compelling landscapes that go beyond photo reference.

You’ll learn how to push composition, value, and color while staying present in the process.

Register here: sdws.org/workshopslis...
January 1, 2026 at 7:41 PM
Join Wanda Honeycutt for a 2-day workshop where she shares her secrets for working with watercolor on Yupo, learning how to guide the paint while still letting the magic happen. All levels are welcome!

Register here: sdws.org/workshopslis...
January 1, 2026 at 7:40 PM
"Jazz Man," by Jay Wegter won the People’s Choice Award for the December Member Show, "Passion & Purpose."

Susan Keith's "Only Daisies Will Do" was second, and Jen Crenshaw's "November Rain" and “Via Hofburg” by Fan Li tied for third.

Thank you to everyone who visited the gallery and voted.
December 30, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Fan Li's “Via Hofburg” earned and Honorable Mention in the SDWS December Member Show, "Passion & Purpose."

Come see this painting in person and don't forget to vote for the People's Choice Award!

"Passion & Purpose" is on display through Sat 12/27. Note: the SDWS Gallery is closed Christmas day.
December 24, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Registration OPEN for SDWS 2026 Workshops!
𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐱𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩
Ken Goldman, Jan 24–25

𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐬 & 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬
Judd Mercer. Feb 9–11

𝐅𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐘𝐮𝐩𝐨
Wanda Honeycutt, Feb 21–22

𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬
Carolyn Lord, Mar 10–12

Sign up: sdws.org/workshopslis...
December 23, 2025 at 5:44 PM