Niagara Frontier Watercolor Society

January Members Meeting and Demonstration by Vicki O'Reilly
2019-01-17 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
For our January 17th Members Meeting we welcome NFWS Signature Member Vicki O’Reilly whose mastery of luminous florals and keen observation of nature and our surroundings delight lovers of watercolor across the Niagara Frontier.
Vicki has shared the following:
“I have admired watercolor paintings my whole life, but until 15 years ago, I had never worked in watercolor. In 1997, I received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in studio art and art history from U.B., taking classes part time while I raised my two children. I also studied locally with a studio artist in portraiture and life drawing in oils, pastels and charcoals. I was first introduced to transparent watercolor when I met Denise Sperry at a figure drawing class and was intrigued by the medium in which she worked. Denise told me that she gave classes in technique, and I immediately signed up. From then on, I have never looked back.
I draw inspiration for my paintings from observation of my everyday environment as well as experience gained in my travels. People are often the subjects of my paintings and at other times I find a landscape or cityscape of a place intriguing. Flowers, however, are a special subject for me and often I find myself drawn to them, wherever I may be. I believe that we all sometimes take the beauty around us for granted and I try to paint in a way that makes people take notice. My goal when I paint is to relate my poetic response to my subject. I will frequently zoom in and exaggerate the color or value to intensify the drama, create a sense of mystery and communicate my excitement. Each painting holds a challenge for me both technically and spiritually, as I work to depict visually what I feel emotionally.
I am a signature member of NFWS and have been honored to receive awards for pieces exhibited in their juried shows. I served on the Board of Directors for 3 years and continue to be active in the society. I am also a longtime member of the Williamsville Art Society where I served as past President and chairperson of several committees. I continue to exhibit in their shows as well and have been honored with several awards. In October 2016, I was accepted as an exhibiting member of the Buffalo Society of Artists. I live in Buffalo, New York and have continued my art education by attending numerous workshops both locally and internationally.”

Everyone is welcome to join us for an entertaining evening of friendship, learning and inspiration. See you in January!

November Members Meeting and Demonstration by Katie Turner
2018-11-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
Our monthly Members Meetings are brief and open to the public. We welcome everyone interested in watercolor, the regional arts community and learning. There is always a demonstration by remarkable watercolor artist, and snacks are provided!
November’s artist demonstrator is Katie Turner! Love her statement –
“When I paint, I am deeply immersed in watching colors mix. It’s fascinating to play with paint – poking it – leading it – spraying it – coaxing it into walking across the paper. I almost always see shapes from nature, most always flowers.” ~ Katie Turner

Originally from Buffalo, Katie is a watercolor artist who loves working on slick surfaces. Exposed to the art world at an early age by her late mother, a watercolorist from Buffalo, Turner continues to develop her individual style with passion and dedication painting evocative, fresh and intuitive pieces.
Although Turner spent many years in the graphic arts field, writing articles, publishing zines and working with various media, she never strays far from watercolor.
Publications: Creative Genius (Book), NLAPW, April 2018; Stone Canoe: A Journal of Arts, Literature and Social Commentary No. 12, March 2018; Celebrating 120 Years of Pen Women Coloring Book, Jan 2018; NLAPW Magazine, Winter 2017 & Spring 2015; In the Company of Women Book, Jacobs Press, June 2016; & several articles in Somerset Gallery Magazines, Scrap & Stamps & more.
Membership: International Society of Experimental Artists (ISEA), National League of American Pen Women (Visual Artist), Signature member of Central New York Watercolor Society, Signature member of Niagara Frontier Watercolor Society, and sitting on the Board of the Central New York Art Guild.
www.KTArtStudio.com

Board of Directors and Committee Volunteers Meeting
2018-11-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
Our Board Members and Committee Volunteers meeting will be held at 5 pm before the November 15th Thursday Night Members Meeting and Demonstration in the Upper Meeting Room on the third floor of the Amherst Community Church Hall. A light dinner will be provided by NFWS. Attendees are welcome to bring snacks and dishes to pass.
If you are interested and think you would like to volunteer for NFWS, please join us!

NFWS Board of Directors and Committee Persons Meeting
2018-11-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
This Board Meeting will be held in the Upper Meeting Room at the Amherst Community Church before the November Members Meeting and Demonstration by Katie Turner. NFWS will provide a light dinner and beverages. Interested NFWS Members are welcome to attend. Simply let our president Sally Treanor know beforehand. Thanks!

Fall 2018 Members' Transparent Watercolor Exhibition Pick-up Dates
2018-11-13 09:00 - 12:00, 2018-11-12 09:00 - 16:00, 2018-11-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Kenan Center, 433 Locust Street, Lockport, NY, 14094, United States
Paintings can be picked up on Sunday, November 11 from 4-5 pm as the exhibition closes, on Monday, November 12 from 9 am to 4 pm, and on Tuesday November 13, from 9 am to 12 pm.

Artists Talks, NFWS Fall 2018 Members Transparent Watercolor Exhibition
2018-10-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Kenan Center House Gallery, 433 Locust Street, Lockport, NY, 14094, United States
On Sunday, October 28th at 2 pm Sally Treanor and Mike Killelea will guide us through the stunning show of transparent watercolors on show at the Kenan Center House Gallery. NFWS Members Jody Ziehm, Beverly DiPalma, Marty Kutas, Doreen Boyer DeBoth, Janis Stanek and Carol Case Siracuse will share what inspires and motivates them, and their approaches to the medium of transparent watercolor.
We’ve had great success with these artists talks in two previous shows, and are pleased and excited to be able to offer them again this Fall. Everyone is welcome.
Join us for an inspiring and informative afternoon.

Mike Killelea’s “Ken’s Hay”

Sally Treanor’s “Garden Walk”

Fall 2018 Members Transparent Watercolor Exhibition Reception and Awards Ceremony
2018-10-21 14:00 - 17:00 | Kenan Center, 433 Locust Street, Lockport, NY, 14094, United States
The Public Reception at the Kenan Center begins at 2:00 pm and ends at 5:00 pm. The Awards Ceremony is scheduled for 3 pm. Join us to celebrate the incredible talent of NFWS Member-Artists.

October Members Meeting and Demonstration by Linda Lucas
2018-10-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Burchfield Penney Art Center, 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, 14222, United States
Twice a year, in October and May, NFWS partners with the Burchfield Penney Art Center to host a demonstration by the NFWS Workshop Artist. Our Fall Workshop Artist is stunning water media artist renowned for her beautiful floral paintings, Linda Lucas. Come to the BPAC early, check our the exhibitions, and the gallery shop. All are welcome!
Linda Lucas graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology with a Fine Arts degree & also attended NYS University @ Elmwood for Fiber Arts & Surface Design.
After college she was an artist/ illustrator for Rochester Board of Education & was part owner and manager of an FTD florist for over 25 years. Linda taught in Florida at Ringling School of Art at Longboat Key , Keetons, and Art Center Manatee. She also taught at Chautauqua Institution in New York State.

Her workshops in watercolor, acrylic inks and painting on silk are available around the United States. Linda participates in juried fine art outdoor shows year-round & has received numerous awards including best of show in New York & Florida as well as first place this year at the Allentown Art Festival.
Her work is available at Art Loft & Art Loft 2 , Chautauqua NY; Stangler Fine Art Gallery in Orchard Park NY & Florida Craft Art Gallery St Petersburg Fl. She is an active member of various art organizations including FSWS , FWS and NFWS.
Linda is inspired by nature and expresses that love through her paintings celebrating bright colors, shapes & surfaces that are woven together to create engaging forms in both traditional and impressionistic joyful art.

Fall Workshop with Linda Lucas
2018-10-15 09:30 - 2018-10-20 16:00 | Kenan Center, 433 Locust Street, Lockport, NY, 14094, United States
Our Fall Workshop will feature beloved watercolor painter and teacher Linda Lucas.
This Fall’s Watercolor Workshop will be held at the Kenan Center, 433 Locust Street, Lockport, New York.
Registration Forms for the Workshop are now available. They will also be emailed to all NFWS Members. Click the workshop title, NFWS FALL 2018 WORKSHOP, below to view and print the Registration Form.
NFWS FALL 2018 WORKSHOP
The Workshop is limited to 20 participants. Reservations for the Workshop will be accepted by POSTMARKED REPLY ONLY.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Linda Lucas was awarded a scholarship to attend Rochester Institute of Technology and graduated with a Fine Arts degree. She also attended Buffalo State College University of New York for Fiber Arts & Surface Design. After college she was an artist/ illustrator for the Rochester Board of Education.
For over 25 years Linda was part owner and manager of an FTD Florist/ Nursery in Williamsville NY. Linda taught in Florida at Ringling School of Art at Longboat Key, Keetons of Bradenton and ArtCenter Manatee. She also taught at Chautauqua Institute in Western New York. Her workshops in watercolors, acrylic inks and silk painting are available year round.
Linda participates in juried fine art outdoor showsand has received numerous awards including best in show in New York and Florida. Her work is available at Art Loft in Chautauqua and Bemus Point NY,Stangler Fine Art Gallery in Orchard Park NY and Linda’s Studio in Florida where she resides. She is an active member of various art organizations including FSWS, FWS and NFWS.
Linda is inspired by nature and expresses that love through her paintings; celebrating bright colors , shapes and surfaces that are woven together to create engaging forms in both traditional and impressionistic joyful art.
Location: Taylor Theatre Meeting Room – The Kenan Center (Red brick house directly behind Kenan House)
433 Locust Street
Lockport, NY 14094
Time: 9:30 am- 4 pm
Lunch: 12:15 pm- 1 pm
(Bring a bagged lunch or order daily through the workshop)
Fee: Members $375.00 Non-Members $410.00
* Fee includes one day of silk scarf painting with basic supplies included *

Fall 2018 Members' Transparent Watercolor Exhibition
2018-10-14 12:00 - 2018-11-11 17:00 | Kenan Center, 433 Locust Street, Lockport, NY, 14094, United States
The Members’ Transparent Watercolor Exhibition at the Kenan Center, 433 Locust St., in Lockport opens on October 14th and closes on November 11, 2018. To view the FALL SHOW 2018 Prospectus revised 7.5.18, click here. To access the Call for Work, click here.

September Members Meeting and Demonstration by Barbara Fox
2018-09-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
Our monthly Members Meetings are brief and open to the public. We welcome everyone interested in watercolor, the regional arts community and learning. There is always a demonstration by remarkable water media artist, and snacks are provided!
September’s artist demonstrator is Barbara Fox. What a treat!
Barbara Fox is a painter recognized for still life and floral subjects in watercolor and oil. Her meticulously crafted paintings are exhibited and collected internationally, have received numerous awards, and have been selected for publication in fine art books and magazines. Barbara’s work has been published in four editions of the watercolor publication Splash: the Best of Watercolor Painting. She has been a featured artist in the leading national art magazines American Artist and Watercolor Magic. She leads watercolor workshops around the country, teaching her method of layering washes and painting details. She is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society and the International Guild of Realism, among others.
Barbara’s Artist Statement:
My working method pays homage to the Dutch masters and the tradition of academic painting. I work from life and photographs. Watercolor and oil paintings begin as detailed drawings to which a number of glazes are applied, building deep values and rich colors. The process of completing these works may take many weeks, so I usually have several paintings in process at once. Creating artwork is both a meditation and an adventure that opens my eyes to our beautiful world.

Fall 2018 Members Exhibition Submission Period
2018-07-09 08:00 - 2018-08-18 08:00
The Submission Period for the Fall 2018 Members’ Transparent Watercolor Exhibition opens on July 9, 2018 and ends at midnight on August 18, 2018. Click here to view the FALL SHOW 2018 Prospectus revised 7.5.18. To access the Call for Work page click here.

June Show Your Art Show
2018-06-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
Here’s an opportunity to see what our members are doing, and to get some gentle constructive advice from two of our beloved artist teachers, Sandy Ludwig and Sally Treanor. Bring in one of your paintings, preferably framed, though a mat works. Pizza and beverage will be a treat from NFWS. Join us for this enjoyable event.
Note that the starting time is 6 pm!

Reception and Awards Ceremony, Spring 2018 Members Non-Juried Transparent Watercolor Show
2018-05-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Artists Group Gallery, One Linwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14209, United States
Reception and Award Ceremony, NFWS Spring 2018 Non-Juried Members Transparent Watercolor Show. The awards are being judged by our May Workshop Artist, Peggi Nero Habets. Awards are scheduled for 3 pm. Snacks are being provided by the NFWS Membership.
Join us for a few hours of afternoon fun with the lively and talented community of watercolor enthusiasts in Western New York and beyond.

Demonstration by May Workshop Artist Peggi Nero Habets
2018-05-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Burchfield Penney Art Center, 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, 14222, United States
Join us in the auditorium at the Burchfield Penney Art Center.
There will be a very short meeting, primarily announcements of interest to the membership and visitors followed by a demonstration by Peggi Habets, stunning watercolor artist from Pittsburgh PA.

Spring Workshop with Peggi Nero Habets
2018-05-14 09:30 - 2018-05-18 16:00 | Marienthal Country Inn, 5107 Langford Road, Eden, NY, 14057, United States
Our Spring Workshop will feature nationally renowned watercolor painter Peggi Nero Habets.
This Spring’s Watercolor Workshop will be held at Marienthal Country Inn, 5107 Langford Road in Eden, NY, May 14 – 18, 2018, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm.
Registration Forms for the Workshop are now available on this site. They will also be emailed to all NFWS Members. Click the workshop title below to view and print the Registration Form.
NFWS Spring Workshop 2018
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Peggi Nero Habets lives and works as an artist in her hometown of Pittsburgh, Pa. Her deep love for the fluidity and spontaneity of watercolor has led her to paint and teach in the medium for over 15 years. Her figurative and cityscape paintings have been exhibited and collected internationally and she has received awards in many prestigious shows, including the National Watercolor Society and the American Watercolor Society International Juried Exhibitions. Publications of her work include “Splash 18” and the upcoming “Splash 19” watercolor books, as well as magazine features and articles in The Art of Watercolour, Pratique Des Arts, Watercolor Artist, Watercolor Magic, and Palette magazines. She is the author of “Watercolor Made Easy: Portraits”, and was featured in “The Art of Drawing and Painting Portraits”, both books published by Walter Foster Publishing. Peggi’s artwork was selected from 7,000 entries for the esteemed Shanghai Watercolour Biennial and the Shenzhen International Watercolour Exhibition, exhibiting in multiple cities in China. A popular watercolor instructor, Peggi enjoys teaching watercolor workshops and painting retreats around the country.
ABOUT THE 5 DAY WORKSHOP:
“GOING BEYOND A LIKENESS”
Watercolor workshop for all levels
Students go beyond mere portraiture and the goal of achieving a likeness. We will delve into the design and planning that are integral in telling a story or communicating an idea. The workshop progresses through the stages of a painting, from initial inspiration and reference material to value and color studies to final painting of a figure or figures. Although students may complete one or several paintings during the course of the workshop, the ultimate goal is not to create a masterpiece, but to experiment with new ideas and techniques and to make plenty of mistakes.
Join us for a week of inspiration and camaraderie.

April Members Meeting and Demonstration by John Merlino
2018-04-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
Regional artist John Merlino offers this from his website –

“My focus has always on artistic achievement especially in relationship to natural beauty and landscape. I have found that working in a dry brush watercolor technique & oil painting are the perfect expressions of my artistic vision bringing my realism to life. My unlimited palette includes mixed media collage & abstract paintings built from the soul of inner expression.
Thank you for your interest & input.”

Submission Period Extended! - Spring 2018 Members Non-Juried Transparent Watercolor Show
2018-03-19

March Members Meeting and Demonstration by Ron Thurston
2018-03-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
“The fresh, bold watercolor in Ron Thurston‘s artwork moves the viewer to experience the sensation of his
landscapes – his intimate body forms use a daring color language, laced with tender lines, shapes,
shadows to produce a satisfying, emotional inventive art current.” M.A. Sinnhuber Artist/Poet

Board of Directors and Committee Volunteers Meeting
2018-03-15 17:00 - 18:30 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
The March Board of Directors and Committee Volunteers Meeting will be held in the Upper Meeting Room on the third floor of the Amherst Community Church Hall. Dinner will be provided by NFWS. Sweet and/or savory snacks will be welcomed! Members interested in volunteering for NFWS are welcome to attend.

February Members Meeting and Demonstration by Deanna Weinholtz
2018-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
Come learn about what’s happening in the watercolor community in Western New York, enjoy the company of fellow watercolor and watermedia enthusiasts, and watch a demonstration by our own Deanna Weinholtz.
Deanna is a watermedia artist from Western New York who is best known for her luminous landscapes and seascapes in watercolor and acrylics. Her creations have been displayed in numerous exhibitions and galleries and have won national and regional awards
Deanna’s inspiration comes from travels throughout the United States and Canada. The Kawartha Lakes in Canada is one of her favorite subjects and is frequently featured in her paintings. She was fortunate to experience growing up at her family’s summer resort on a lake in the Kawarthas. Observing spectacular sunsets over the water and the Northern Lights occasionally dancing across the sky, has inspired a number of her paintings. Transparent watercolor and fluid acrylics are the mediums she chooses to portray her subjects because of their luminescent qualities and ability to layer creating depth. Deanna uses large brushes, rags and her fingers to create spontaneous, intuitive paintings that are a beautiful mix of representational abstract. A graduate of State University College at Buffalo with a degree in design, Deanna worked as a graphic designer for several years before leaving to raise a family. She pursued other artistic professions including designing and dressmaking of wedding gowns, until her passion for painting pulled her back to become a full time professional fine artist. She shares her knowledge and love of painting through teaching and demos. Deanna is a signature member of Niagara Frontier Watercolor Society, an exhibiting member of Buffalo Society of Artists, Pittsburgh Watercolor Society and Buffalo Niagara Art Association. www.deannaweinholtz. com

Prospectus Available for Spring 2018 Members Non-Juried Show
2018-02-05

January Members Meeting and Demonstration by Dan Meyer
2018-01-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
What better welcome back after the holidays! Join us on January 18th, the third Thursday of the month, at the Amherst Community Church for a short Members Meeting and a Demonstration by popular teacher and inspiring Watercolor Artist Dan Meyer. Everyone is welcome.
Dan Meyer is a Buffalo born painter who enjoys the challenge of transparent watercolor’s spontaneity and luminescent quality. As a wildlife artist and illustrator, Dan’s creations have won numerous awards and have been featured on posters, consumer packaging and national magazine articles. He exhibits his work at wildlife art shows throughout the year including the prestigious Southeastern Wildlife Exposition in Charleston, South Carolina and Easton Waterfowl Festival in Easton, Maryland. Dan is a member and past president of the Niagara Frontier Watercolor Society and honorary member of the Central New York Watercolor Society. www.woodswindnwater.com.
With over 40 years of art experience, Dan Meyer has been interpreting his encounters with the avian wildlife of North America through the use of transparent watercolor. His attempt at capturing the essence of his subject is directly related to his emphasis on values and the luminecient quality of the medium.
Dan considers himself a purist when it comes to watercolors, meaning he uses no white paint and tries to avoid opaque colors. The whites of his paintings are the results of painting values around an area leaving the bare paper to create the white. This method of watercolor is one of the challenges that inspires Dan to create new paintings with the same excitement and enthusiasm that he had with his very first painting.
Dan’s inspiration for a painting comes from observing his subject in its natural environment. He gathers information through sketches, notes and photography. In his studio he uses those references to create several sketches of the subject in various positions as part of the design process which will produce an eye-catching and interesting as well as self satisfying painting.
A graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Dan worked in the advertising and packaging fields before pursuing Wildlife Art full time. His images have been used on packaging, posters, textiles and in sportsman magazines. He exhibits at a number of wildlife art shows in the east and shares his artistic knowledge with students through classes and workshops. Dan is a charter member and past president of the Niagara Frontier Watercolor Society and honorary member of the Central New York Watercolor Society.

November Members Meeting and Demonstration by Paul Allen Taylor
2017-11-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
Come learn about what’s happening in the watercolor community in Western New York, enjoy the company of fellow watercolor and watermedia enthusiasts, and watch a demonstration by the colorful impressionist painter from Rochester, NY, Paul Allen Taylor.

Born in Rochester, NY, Paul Allen Taylor is a self-taught watercolorist recognized for his fresh use of color and impressionistic style. As a respected teacher and workshop instructor, Taylor has developed a following where students find him engaging, highly skilled, and entertaining.
I have been working in watercolor for nearly thirty years. In the beginning I painted as a hobby after finishing college classes. With time my skills improved and my range of subjects grew. I soon realized that painting was not just something to do, but something I needed to do.
Today I am an artist fulfilling a personal drive, teaching others what I have learned and benefitting from the sales of my art.
My recent work has involved pre-drawing in ink with a match stick. Where some artists will draw over a watercolor in pen and ink, the pre-ink method with a match stick creates a drawing with varied line as the basis for the painting. This drawing not only adds necessary detail and shape definition to the work but also makes the painting process easier. This will be the subject of my demonstration for NFWS.

Taylor teaches watercolor for the Rush Henrietta Schools Adult Education program and the Artstore at Southtown Plaza in Rochester. His work can be seen at the Artstop in Penfield, NY, the Lower Mill Gallery in Honeoye Falls, NY, Bay House Artisans, Alexandria Bay, NY, and Mares Wares Pottery, Morristown, NY.

November Board of Directors and Committee Volunteers Meeting
2017-11-16 17:00 - 18:30 | Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Hwy, Buffalo, 14226, United States
The November Board of Directors and Committee Volunteers Meeting will be held in the Upper Meeting Room on the third floor of the Amherst Community Church Hall. Dinner will be provided by NFWS. Members interested in volunteering for NFWS are welcome to attend.

Artists Talks, Fall 2017 Members Watermedia Exhibition
2017-10-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Kenan Center, 433 Locust Street, Lockport, NY, 14094, United States
Sally Treanor and Mike Killelea will co-host this event featuring six NFWS Member-Artists whose painting(s) are included in this incredible exhibition.
The artists are Roberta Bolt, Sallye Keith, Kathleen Giles, Mary Ellen Hanna, Kateri Ewing and Catherine O’Neill.
Join us and find out about transparent watercolor and water media. It’s fun!

Reception and Awards Ceremony, Fall 2017 Members Watermedia Exhibition
2017-10-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Kenan Center, 433 Locust Street, Lockport, NY, 14094, United States
The Public Reception begins at 2:00 pm and ends at 5:00 pm. The Awards Ceremony is scheduled for 3 pm. Join us to celebrate the incredible talent of NFWS Member-Artists.

Watercolor Demonstration by NFWS Workshop Artist Linda Frayne Kemp at the Burchfield Penney Art Center
2017-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Burchfield Penney Art Center, 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, 14222, United States
Twice a year, in October and May, NFWS partners with the Burchfield Penney Art Center to host a demonstration by the NFWS Workshop Artist. Our Fall Workshop Artist is internationally renowned watercolor and water media artist, Linda Frayne Kemp. Come to the BPAC early, check our the exhibitions, and the gallery shop. All are welcome!

A full time artist, Linda Kemp frequently instructs and lectures at national symposiums and watercolour workshops throughout Canada, The United States and The United Kingdom. She was the recipient of the 2005 Woman of Distinction Award for Arts and Culture and in 2008 received the AJ Casson Medal for Outstanding Achievement in Watercolour, the top award for the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour National Juried Exhibition.
Linda is internationally recognized for her unique contemporary watercolours and innovative use of negative painting. She is the author of two books: Watercolor Painting Outside the Lines – A Positive Approach to Negative Painting and Simplifying Design and Color For Artists – Positive Results Using Negative Painting Techniques (North Light pub.) and four instructional Dvds. Kemp is an elected member of the Canadian Society of Painters in Watercolour, The Ontario Society of Artists and The Society of Canadian Artists and was given honorary membership in the Society for all Artists (UK). This artist is profiled in Canadian Who’s Who, Who’s Who of Canadian Women, The Dictionary of International Biography, The 20th Anniversary Edition of Trivial Pursuit and 2000 Outstanding Intellectuals of the 21st Century.
Her award winning paintings are in private, public, and corporate collections around the world, including The Royal Collection, Windsor Castle, and the private collection of HRH The Prince of Wales.
Her paintings and articles have been featured in publications such as Artist’s Magazine, American Artist, Watercolor Magic, International Artist, Watermedia Focus, Palette Magazine and The Watercolour Gazette. Castle, U.K.
