I’m delighted to say that I’ve been accepted into two major art exhibitions recently. As an artist, it’s especially rewarding to have your work recognized by national art societies, and I’m grateful to be successful at this level.
I made this painting on a late afternoon in March when I was attending a watercolor workshop in Long Beach, WA, with my teacher, Eric Wiegardt. After our workshop for the day was over, I drove to Nahcotta harbor, where there’s a gritty collection of docks, dredging gear, and old boats. This abandoned boat resting in the grass caught my eye and I painted it as the light began to fade.
This painting was accepted into the 57th Watercolor West International Juried Exhibition. The juror was Ratindra Das, an internationally famous watercolor artist. My painting will be shown in the exhibition that runs from August 23 to November 9 at the Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University in Orange, California. Four of my art friends in the Seattle area were also selected to be in the show. What a thrill! I plan to fly to California to attend the reception on August 30 and visit friends in the area.
This is a painting of a farm just West of Kingston, WA, that I painted several times earlier this year. I first made a plein air painting while standing by the fence in the foreground. Afterward, I painted this version in the studio. I especially like the way the barn is tucked into the trees above a long, sloped pasture.
This painting was accepted by the Spokane Watercolor Society for their National Show, and it received an Honorable Mention Award. I’m very proud of these paintings.
Congratulations! Especially on the boat picture. We’re proud of you, too!
Thanks, Mary! I painted it in a big rush, but it turned out fine.
Congratulations!!! Your work inspires me so much. Love your bold use of colour. ( which seems to be getting bolder) Irene
Thanks, Irene. Yes, I’m trying to be free with the color in my paintings. Makes it more fun!
BRAVO Bill!!! You never cease to amaze and inspire me! Enjoy the accolades!!!
Thanks, Chris! You inspire me, too!
Congratulations! Wonderful news.
Thanks, Elsie!
and you have every right to be proud of these paintings, as you should be. They are great. My hearty congratulations on being accepted into two exhibitions. You have come along so fast, the sign of true talent. I am proud to know you.
Thanks, Warren. It’s long been a goal of mine to get into some national shows. Gonna keep working at it!
Congratulations! Those are both beautiful paintings!
Thanks, David. Glad you like them!
Congratulations—I’m finding these paintings to be wonderful and am glad they’ve been recognized with these honors!
Thanks, Noah. Glad you like the art work!