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• Signature Member Exhibit at Bernice Kish Gallery at Slayton House 2025

  • Start
    04 Mar 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    28 Apr 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    10400 Cross Fox Lane Columbia, MD 21044
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  Bernice Kish Gallery at Slayton House

  is hosting an Exhibit for BWS Signature Artist Members

  March 5-April 27, 2025

  Delivery on March 4th and Pickup on April 28th.

  Location: 10400 Cross Fox Lane Columbia, MD 21044

   Bernice Kish  Gallery is open to the public:

  • Monday through Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM,
  • visitors should call ahead before visiting (410-730-3987)

  Special note: This exhibit will be part of the Howard County-wide Art's Council 2025 theme of "Blossoms of Hope."  Along with the traditional cash prizes awarded by our BWS Juror of awards, a separate juror will also award cash prizes to those artists who best capture this year's theme.  Best in Show is $750, 1st $500, 2ed $350, 3rd $250. You may want to consider this theme when selecting a painting for this exhibit.

  
  

  Each Registrant can enter only one painting

  Please note: Your membership in BWS must be current in order to register for this show.

  Deadline for entries: February 10th, 2025 or until the exhibit is full, whichever comes first.

  FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION VISIT: www.bws.wildapricot.org and go to Public Events.
  If a Member, Be sure to login before registering.

  All registrations have to be paid within 5 days of registering. No exceptions please.

  
  

  BWS will have Alternate drop-off locations for this exhibit. 

  Those living in Reistertown,  Baltimore and points North contact:

  Barbra Hutchings

  barbra.hutchings1@gmail.com   603-359-0448

  Those living in Montgomery County and DC and points south TBD

  Those living in Northern Montgomery, Howard,  may contact David Drown at Davdrown@comcast.net 410-971-9761

  Those living in the PG County, Northern Virgina may contact:

  Carol Lee

  carolfortho@verizon.net  240-475-4219

  Those living in Carol County, Frederick County, and points West may contact:

  Terri Fabula

  terrifabula@yahoo.com  443-340-4321

  Those living in Ann Arundal County and the Glen Burnie area  may contact:

  Kathy Daywalt

  kath@daywalt.net

  410-507-1662

  Schedule

  • Deadline for entries: February 10, 2025 or until the exhibit is full, whichever comes first.
  • Drop Off Date: Tuesday March 4, from 10:00am-11:00 or as arranged with alternate location and time
  • Reception: Sunday March 9, 2025 from 3:00-5:00 PM
  • Pick Up: Monday April 28, 2025 from 10:00-11:00 AM or as arranged at alternate location and time

  BWS and Gallery Commission 25% on all sales
  

  BWS Member Show Exhibition Rules and Regulations

  As part of registering, you are presented with the exhibit rules and regulations that apply to all of our Member Show Exhibits. Please be sure to click the link in the registration form to read the full set of rules.

  Here are some highlights from the rules and regulations.

  • Paint on natural or synthetic paper or paperboard and display the painting under glazing (matted or floated).
  • No impasto applications of mediums or paint
  • Display gallery wrapped watermedia paintings without mat or frame with no staples or hardware visible.
  • Paintings framed without mat or glazing must be mounted on a ridged surface and have a waterproof coating or protective sealant.
  • Use of paper canvas, fabric canvas (cotton or linen), Aquabord, Claybord, or Gessobord for the watermedia paintings must have a protective sealant (e.g., varnish or wax)
  • Use only paper-based collage material created by the artist with water-based media.
  • The rules regarding mats and frames apply when mats and frames are used. They must be clean and without scratches.

  Registrants acknowledge that, for promotional and educational purposes, images of pieces submitted may be used by BWS and the Host Galley.

  Please submit an image with your registration when possible so they can be presented online as well as in the gallery.

  Payment

  If you prefer to pay by check, write the check to BWS and mail it to David Drown at 9752 Gudel Dr. Ellicott City, MD 21042

  For any questions contact David Drown

  Email: davdrown@comcast.net

  Refund Policy

  No refunds (except in the case of the event being cancelled for weather or other reasons.)

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• March 2025 Signature Artist Jurying Sign Up

  • When
    08 Mar 2025
  •  
    11:59 PM
  • Location
    ONLINE

  Register

  BWS SEMI-ANNUAL JURYING FOR SIGNATURE ARTIST STATUS REGISTRATION

  ASSOCIATE AND NON-BWS ARTISTS WELCOME.

  Registration is Open January 10 through March 7, 11:59PM.

  APPLICANTS FOR SIGNATURE STATUS IN BALTIMORE WATERCOLOR SOCIETY MUST RESIDE IN THE MID-ATLANTIC REGION: DELAWARE, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, MARYLAND, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, VIRGINIA, OR WEST VIRGINIA
  

  Jurying by the Board of Governors will convene on March 22, and decision letters will be mailed to artists within two weeks of this date. Only the Board participates in the jurying process.

  Register on our website under Upcoming Events at:

  www.baltimorewatercolorsociety.org

   

  As part of registering to have your artwork juried, you must upload four samples of your work that meet the criteria described in the document at the link below. Read this document carefully, even if you have read it in the past, as clarification updates have been made. Be sure each of your four paintings are no smaller than 10 inches on any side, and other criteria in the document are met before submitting your application. 

  Please click here to Revised Jurying Packet 1_25.pdf.

  Once you have read criteria outlined in the application and have selected paintings to submit, you will need to upload digital images of them as part of the registration process. Your images must be jpeg or jpg format, at least 1920 pixels on the longer side. The file should be no larger than 3 MB.

  Email jury chair with questions.

  Janet Arsenault

  janetarsenault@baltimorewatercolorsociety.org

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• PAINTING RELAXED PORTRAITS WITH PAM WENGER

  • Start
    10 Mar 2025
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • End
    12 Mar 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    The Hawthorn Center, 6175 Sunny Spring, Columbia, MD
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  PAINTING RELAXED PORTRAITS
  

  WITH PAM WENGER

  March 10-12, 2025

  
  

  Registration:

  Members: December 16, 2024,10:00 a.m. $395

  Non-members: December 30, 2024,10:00 a.m. $430

  Registration ends March 1 , 2025, or when the event is full.

  
  

  Not a Member?
  Consider becoming an Associate Member for $30/year.

  To pay the member fee you must become a member then register for Pam's class.

  Join us here.

  
  

  FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION VISIT: www.bws.wildapricot.org and go to Public Events.
  If a Member, Be sure to login before registering.

  If you don't login the system will not know you are a member so you will not be able to register during the members only registration time and the computer will not give you the members only  price.
  

  All registrations have to be paid within 5 days of registering. No exceptions please.

  
  

  Workshop Instructor:

  
  

  The Baltimore Watercolor Society is excited to feature a workshop with award winning watercolor artist Pam Wenger.

  
  

  PAM WENGER  BWS, PWS, NWS, AWS, TWS  

  WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:

  Painting portraits in watercolor can seem like a daunting task, but many of us can’t resist the urge to try it. We may have a loved one who we’d like to paint or we may simply be drawn to the challenge of capturing an interesting character on paper. It’s so easy to “tighten up” our portrait paintings because of our focus on “getting it right”.

  In this Three Day workshop we will focus on loosening up the portrait painting process and working to achieve a more relaxed look that highlights the beauty and freshness of the watercolor medium. I'll share my process with you and encourage you to create your own.

  I’ll be providing a packet to workshop participants that will include:

  Partially pre-drawn portraits, printed on watercolor paper, for you to work on as part of our exercises - You will finish the drawings, but the basics will be there so we can spend the majority of our time painting. (Of course, if you prefer to work completely freehand, that is fine. ) The references we’ll be working with will cover a range of ages and skin tones. I'll be providing the references in advance, though - so you are welcome to use your own watercolor paper.

  Small samples of the paints I use regularly (and that I usually end up sharing at workshops)

  Printed photo references of the models we will be painting

  Reference sheet with my painting/drawing tips and technology tips

  The 3 day format of the workshop will give us time to practice the techniques we are exploring.

  Days 1 and 2 - you will paint from my references, using the partially pre-drawn portraits I provide.

  Day 3 - you will work from your own reference on your own paper.

  This workshop will be a combination of demo and hands-on portrait work.

  Tech Tips: I’ll introduce several technology tools to use to help you with your portrait drawings and paintings and give you resources so you can follow up after the workshop.

  Students should be comfortable with painting in watercolor, but do not need to have experience with portrait painting.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCE:

  
  

  All levels (basic knowledge & some previous experiences strongly recommended to benefit from this workshop)

  All levels are welcome but students should have an understanding of the watercolor medium.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  SUPPLY LIST:

   You'll need your usual watercolor painting supplies plus:

  Paint

  Here's a list of the colors in my palette in case you want to have some of these in advance (and not rely on my tiny samples for trying the colors I suggest)

           -Windsor  Yellow Deep

  -Alizarin Crimson 

  -Vermillion Hue Holbein)

  -Quinacridone Magenta

  -Raw Sienna

  -Hookers Green (Holbein)

  -Manganese Blue or Peacock Blue

  -Indigo

  -Mineral Violet

  -Burnt Sienna (Holbein)

  -Cobalt Blue

  -Quinacridone Coral

  
  

  Brushes

  Various sizes - whatever you are comfortable with.

  I like to use the King Arts original-gold-9020-series-golden-taklon-ultra-round - #10 or larger

  https://www.kingartco.com/products

  I'll have some of these for sale at the workshop.

  
  

  Paper 

  As stated above, for day 1 and 2, I will be providing partially pre-drawn portraits, printed on watercolor paper, for you to work on as part of our exercises - You will finish the drawings, but the basics will be there so we can spend the majority of our time painting. (Of course, if you prefer to work completely freehand, that is fine. ) 

  Bring several small sheets , around 8 x 10  or a block  to check colors and for your painting on day 3.  

  I use 200 lb Saunders Waterford Hot Press or other hot press brands.

  Additional Supplies 

  You'll need your usual watercolor painting supplies including:

  your normal painting palette (with the colors you typically use)

  water containers

  paper towels or small towel

  block or board to attach watercolor paper

  Pencils

  kneaded eraser

  12 inch ruler

  plastic table covering

  anything else you normally would have available when painting

  BIOGRAPHY:

  I can’t remember a time when I didn’t love art. Many of my best childhood memories revolve around art projects - either school projects…my own…or assignments my dad was always coming up with for me to do for the church where he was pastor. When I became an elementary teacher there were plenty of outlets for creativity, but it wasn’t until I retired in 2013 that I began to explore painting. I figured I’d try watercolor first because it would be easier and cheaper than oils (both incorrect assumptions!).

  I'd taken some art classes in college and attended life drawing sessions at our local art associations, but working with color was something completely new for me. I began my journey by taking some basic watercolor classes at our local art association. I then attended workshops with Ted Nuttall and Charles Reid. Both of these artists have had a huge influence on my work. I continue to study with Ted’s master class each year and am also fortunate to count many amazing local artists among my friends. They keep me constantly inspired and challenged to grow as an artist.

  I’m excited to begin a new teaching phase of my life as well. For the past three years, I’ve been teaching watercolor workshops for local and out of state watercolor organizations. I’m focusing on portraiture in watercolor, but have also taught some floral workshops. It’s an honor to be able to share my passion with fellow artists and to encourage them in their painting journey.

  I have exhibited and won awards in National and Local shows, including the National Watercolor Society Show, Transparent Watercolor Society Show, American Watercolor Society Show, Pennsylvania Watercolor Society’s Juried Shows, Baltimore Watercolor Society’s Mid Atlantic Shows, Pennsylvania’s “Art of the State” and many local shows. My art can be viewed at www.pamwenger.com , https://www.facebook.com/pamwengerwatercolor/, and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pwenger32

  
  

  WORKSHOP PRICE:

  $395.00 for BWS members (Signature Artists, Associates, and Students) and

  $430.00 for non-BWS members.

  The class size is limited to 22 people, and the workshop cannot be split with another person.

  Please pay online if possible. The payment system allows the use of Credit Cards. Otherwise, checks should be made out to Baltimore Watercolor Society and mailed to Dana Kleinsteuber at the address below. Please enter the name of the workshop on your check.

  Confirmation of your registration will be sent upon receipt of your check or online payment. Checks must be received within 5 days of registration to be considered as registered.

  FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION VISIT:

   www.bws.wildapricot.org and go to Public Events > Upcoming Events.
  If a Member, be sure to login before registering.

  Remember that these workshops fill up very quickly. When filled, you can join the waiting list.

  
  

  WAITING LIST:

  BWS maintains a workshop waiting list. When openings occur, BWS fills the openings from the waiting list on a first-come, first-served basis.

  BWS adds names to the waiting list according to the date and time.

  You can join the waiting list if a workshop is filled. There are often openings so it is worth doing if you are interested in the class.

  You can't join a waiting list before registration opens.

  Waiting List registrants - Do not send payment until you are informed of an opening and have been sent an invoice. Any check sent before you have been informed you have a spot will be destroyed.

  
  

  CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS:

  BWS makes decisions and incurs fixed costs based on the number of initial registrants. Cancellations can affect these costs even if there is a waiting list. In addition, cancellations incur processing fees and other costs paid by BWS as well as requiring extra time and organizational effort. Refunds for extenuating circumstances are at the discretion of the event coordinator.

  From registration date to 60 days prior to the event = 90% refund 

  59 days to 21days prior = 75% refund

  20 days to 8 days prior = 50% refund

  7 days or fewer = no refund

  In the event of inclement weather, the workshop will still be held unless the Hawthorn Center is unable to open or the workshop artist is unable to travel. If BWS cancels the workshop, then all paid registrants will receive a full pro-rata refund for those days that were cancelled.

  Check this website for changes, updates and new information.

  Questions and requests to be added to the waiting list can be directed to:

  Dana Kleinsteuber (BWS Workshop Chair) at kleinstk@verizon.net

  
  

  LOCATION:

  The Hawthorn Center is located in the community of Hickory Ridge in Columbia, Maryland:

  6175 Sunny Spring Rd. Columbia, MD 21044-5623

  Tel: (410) 730-7327

  
  

  WORKSHOP HOURS:

  First Day Hours - March 10, 2025 - Hawthorn Center doors open at 9:30 AM to allow you to set up your workspace. Workshop instruction begins: 10:00 AM on the first day and end at 4:00 PM.

  March 11 and 12  - Doors will open at 9:00 AM and instruction will be from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

  One-hour break for lunch

  Please plan to leave by 4:15 PM. Hawthorne Center closes and doors are locked promptly at 4:30 PM

  
  

  PAYMENTS:

  Are preferred online, but if you send a check, please have it made out to BWS and reference Pam Wenger Workshop. Mail it to:

  Dana Kleinsteuber Workshop Chair

  4018 Twilight Grove Ct.

  Ellicott City, MD 21042

  
  

  MASKING POLICY:

  If you feel more comfortable wearing a mask feel free to do so.
  

  Please be advised that we are not requiring participants to wear a mask at this time.

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• An Evening Demo - Relaxed Portraits with Pam Wenger

  • When
    12 Mar 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Hawthorn Center, 6175 Sunny Spring, Columbia, MD
  • Spaces left
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  AN EVENING DEMONSTRATION -

  RELAXED PORTRAITS

  WITH PAM WENGER

  
  

  March 12, 2025
  7:00 – 9:00 pm (The building opens at 6:30)

  
  

  Registration:

  Members: January 14, 2025,10:00 a.m. $30

  Non-members: January 21, 2025,10:00 a.m. $35

  Registration ends March 5, 2025, or when the event is full. 

  Not a Member?
  Consider becoming an Associate Member for $30/year.

  To pay the member fee you must become a member then register for Russell's program.

  Join us here.

  
  

  FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION VISIT: www.bws.wildapricot.org and go to Public Events.
  If a Member, Be sure to login before registering.

  If you don't login, the system will not know you are a member so you will not be able to register during the members only registration time and the computer will not offer you the members only price.
  

  All registrations have to be paid within 5 days of registering. No exceptions please. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

  DEMONSTRATION INSTRUCTOR:

  
  

  

  
  

  PAM WENGER  BWS, PWS, AWS, TWSA, NWS  

  The Baltimore Watercolor Society is excited to feature a demonstration with  nationally award winning artist Pam Wenger.  We will be watching Pam do a demonstration using the process she devised to produce beautiful loose colorful sketches and portraits of the people around her.

  SUBJECT:

  RELAXED PORTRAITS

  Painting portraits in watercolor can seem like a daunting task, but many of us can’t resist the urge to try it. We may have a loved one who we’d like to paint or we may simply be drawn to the challenge of capturing an interesting character on paper. It’s so easy to “tighten up” our portrait paintings because of our focus on “getting it right”.
  In this demonstration we will focus on loosening up the portrait painting process and working to achieve a more relaxed look that highlights the beauty and freshness of the watercolor medium. 
  Students will benefit from the demonstration.

  
  

  
  

  DEMONSTRATION PRICE:

  $30 for BWS members (Signature Artists, Associates, and Students) and

  $35 for non-BWS members.

  The class size is limited to 50 people.

  PAYMENTS:

  Please pay online if possible. The payment system allows the use of Credit Cards. Otherwise, checks should be made out to Baltimore Watercolor Society and mailed to Dana Kleinsteuber at the address below. Please enter the name of the demonstration on your check.

  Confirmation of your registration will be sent upon receipt of your check or online payment. Checks must be received within 5 days of registration to be considered as registered.

  
  

  FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION VISIT:

   www.bws.wildapricot.org and go to Public Events > Upcoming Events.
  If a Member, be sure to login before registering

  CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS:

  There are no refunds for this demonstration unless it is canceled by BWS.

  In the event of inclement weather, the demonstration will still be held unless the Hawthorn Center is unable to open or the demonstration artist is unable to travel. If BWS cancels the demonstration, then all paid registrants will receive a full refund.

  Check this website for changes, updates and new information.

  Questions and requests to be added to the waiting list can be directed to:

  Dana Kleinsteuber (BWS) at kleinstk@verizon.net

  PAYMENTS:

  Are preferred online, but if you send a check, please have it made out to BWS and reference Pam Wenger Demonstration. Mail it to:

  Dana Kleinsteuber (BWS)

  4018 Twilight Grove Ct.

  Ellicott City, MD 21042

  
  

  MASKING POLICY:

  • If you feel more comfortable wearing a mask, feel free to do so.
  • Please be advised that we are not requiring participants to wear a mask at this time.

  LOCATION:

  The Hawthorn Center is located in the community of Hickory Ridge in Columbia, Maryland:

  6175 Sunny Spring Rd. Columbia, MD 21044-5623

  Tel: (410) 730-7327

  DEMONSTRATION HOURS:

  Date: March 12th, 2025 (Wednesday), from 7:00 – 9:00 pm

  (building opens at 6:30 pm)

  Please leave by 9:15. We are charged extra if we have not cleared out and cleaned up by 9:30.

  
  

  
  

  BIOGRAPHY:

  PAM WENGER  BWS, PWS, AWS, TWSA, NWS
  

  I can’t remember a time when I didn’t love art. Many of my best childhood memories revolve around art projects - either school projects…my own…or assignments my dad was always coming up with for me to do for the church where he was pastor. When I became an elementary teacher there were plenty of outlets for creativity, but it wasn’t until I retired in 2013 that I began to explore painting. I figured I’d try watercolor first because it would be easier and cheaper than oils (both incorrect assumptions!).

  I'd taken some art classes in college and attended life drawing sessions at our local art associations, but working with color was something completely new for me. I began my journey by taking some basic watercolor classes at our local art association. I then attended workshops with Ted Nuttall and Charles Reid. Both of these artists have had a huge influence on my work. I continue to study with Ted’s master class each year and am also fortunate to count many amazing local artists among my friends. They keep me constantly inspired and challenged to grow as an artist.

  I’m excited to begin a new teaching phase of my life as well. For the past three years, I’ve been teaching watercolor workshops for local and out of state watercolor organizations. I’m focusing on portraiture in watercolor, but have also taught some floral workshops. It’s an honor to be able to share my passion with fellow artists and to encourage them in their painting journey.

  I have exhibited and won awards in National and Local shows, including the National Watercolor Society Show, Transparent Watercolor Society Show, American Watercolor Society Show, Pennsylvania Watercolor Society’s Juried Shows, Baltimore Watercolor Society’s Mid Atlantic Shows, Pennsylvania’s “Art of the State” and many local shows. My art can be viewed at www.pamwenger.com , https://www.facebook.com/pamwengerwatercolor/, and on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pwenger32

  
  

  
  

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• DANIEL SMITH WATERCOLOR - AN IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE PRESENTED BY SCOTT STEVENSON

  • When
    27 Mar 2025
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    The Hawthorn Center, 6175 Sunny Spring, Columbia, MD
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  DANIEL SMITH WATERCOLOR - AN IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE PRESENTED BY SCOTT STEVENSON

  Mar 27, 2025

  Registration:

  Members: Feb 10, 2025, for $10

  Non-members: Feb 24, 2025, for $15

  Registration ends Mar 20, 2025, or when the event is full.

  The class size is limited to 44 people, and the program cannot be split with another person.

  Not a Member? Consider becoming an Associate Member for $30/year.

  To pay the member registration fee you must become a member before registering for this class.

  Join us here.

  
  

  FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION VISIT: www.bws.wildapricot.org and go to Public Events. If you are a Member be sure to login before registering.

  If you don't login, the system will not know you are a member so you will not be able to register during the members only registration period and the computer will not give you the members only price.
  

  All registrations have to be paid within 5 days of registering. No exceptions please.

  
  

  Program Instructor: 

  Scott Stevenson has been a Brand Ambassador for DANIEL SMITH Manufacturing since 2019, focusing on providing quality education to art supply retailers and watercolor organizations across North America. With over 20 years in the art industry, he has collaborated with many respected manufacturers of art materials. In his spare time, Scott enjoys watercolor painting, music, and traveling. He resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with his wife, Traci.

  

  Hands on Experience

  Join us for a fun and interesting conversation with Scott Stevenson, Sales Representative and Brand Ambassador for DANIEL SMITH Manufacturing.

  • Do you have questions about Quinacridone pigments?
  • Do you wonder where the color Serpentine comes from?
  • How does the color Moonglow get its name?
  • How does DANIEL SMITH test pigments for lightfastness?
  • What is granulation?

  Event Outline:

  1. Introduction to Daniel Smith

  • Brief history of the company

  2. Paint Making Process

  • Overview of Daniel Smith’s proprietary methods for PrimaTek and Synthetic Colors

  3. Lightfastness

  • Explanation of what lightfastness means and how colors are tested for longevity

  4. Consistency

  • Discussion on maintaining consistency from batch to batch

  5. Granulation

  • Definition and its role in creating texture and uniqueness in watercolor

  6. Quinacridone

  • Introduction to Quinacridone: history and unique properties

  7. Exploration of the Daniel Smith Color Chart

  • Layout of the color chart: Synthetic, PrimaTek, and Luminescent
  • Formats available: 15ml, 5ml, Watercolor Stick, Half Pan
  • Importance of Lightfastness Ratings
  • Understanding Staining: its meaning and impact on techniques
  • Identifying Granulation: which colors have textured effects
  • Importance of Transparency
  • Discussion of pigment information

  Hands-On Experience:

  • Opportunity to sample 12-15 colors in a personal way.
  • Attendees will receive a dot of paint from the tube to swatch and discuss pigment attributes.

  Materials Provided:

  You don't need to bring any supplies except note taking paper/s or a notebook.

  • Daniel Smith Literature: "How We Make Paint," PrimaTek brochure, Daniel Smith color chart - To take home
  • 1 sheet of Fabriano Artistico 140lb Cold Press Watercolor Paper 
  • Scott Stevenson Dot Card - To take home
  • A loaner Princeton Aqua Elite Brush
  • Daniel Smith Watercolor Stick - To take home
  • Paper towel
  • Water
  • Water cup

  Program LOGISTICS:

  Please note, during this workshop two participants will be sharing a long rectangular table as we will be only testing the paint samples on a small watercolor paper and not making a complete painting.

  Price:

  $10.00 for BWS members (Signature Artists, Associates, and Students) and

  $15.00 for non-BWS members.

  The class size is limited to 44 people, and the workshop cannot be split with another person.

  Please pay online if possible. The payment system allows the use of Credit Cards. Otherwise, checks should be made out to Baltimore Watercolor Society. Please email Program chair at yoginidahiwadkar@baltimorewatercolorsociety.org to get the mailing address. 

  Confirmation of your registration will be sent upon receipt of your check or online payment. Checks must be received within 5 days of registration to be considered as registered.

  FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION VISIT:

   www.bws.wildapricot.org and go to Public Events > Upcoming Events. If a Member, be sure to login before registering.

  Remember that these workshops fill up very quickly. When filled, you can join the waiting list.

  Waiting List:

  BWS maintains a workshop and program waiting list once the event is filled. If registrants cancel, BWS fills the openings from the waiting list on a first-come, first-served basis. There are often cancellations, so it is worthwhile joining the waiting list.

  BWS adds names to the waiting list according to the date and time.

  You can't join a waiting list before registration opens.

  Waiting List registrants - Do not send payment until you are informed of an opening and have been sent an invoice. Any check sent before you have been informed you have a spot will be destroyed.

  Cancellations and Refunds:

  This is a non-refundable event.

  Questions and requests to be added to the waiting list after the program opens can be directed to:

  Yogini Dahiwadkar (BWS Program Chair) at yoginidahiwadkar@baltimorewatercolorsociety.org

  
  

  Location:

  The Hawthorn Center is located in the community of Hickory Ridge in Columbia, Maryland:

  6175 Sunny Spring Rd. Columbia, MD 21044-5623

  Tel: (410) 730-7327

  Workshop Hours:

  Mar 27, 2025 -  Hawthorn Center doors open at 12:30 PM to allow check-in. Program instruction begins: 1:00 PM and end at 3:00 PM.

  Please plan to leave by 3:15 PM. 

  BWS will no longer be providing plastic bottles of water. BWS would like to be environmentally responsible and reduce plastic waste. Cool water is available at the water fountain and the tap in the kitchen. You are welcome to bring your own beverages.

  Payments:

  BWS prefers online payments, but if you send a check, please have it made out to BWS and reference Nishita Jain Program  in the notes section of your check. Please email Program chair at yoginidahiwadkar@baltimorewatercolorsociety.org to get the mailing address.

  Wearing Masks

  • If you feel more comfortable wearing a mask, feel free to do so at any time.
  • If you are immune compromised and your doctors recommend you only be around people wearing masks, be advised BWS will not be requiring masks for this workshop. 

  If you have any questions, Contact Yogini Dahiwadkar, Program Chair at yoginidahiwadkar@baltimorewatercolorsociety.org.

  
  

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• Painting Atmospheric and Luminous Snowscapes in Watercolor with Nishita Jain

  • Start
    02 Apr 2025
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • End
    03 Apr 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    The Hawthorn Center, 6175 Sunny Spring, Columbia, MD
  • Spaces left
    2

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  Painting Atmospheric and Luminous Snowscapes in Watercolor with Nishita Jain

  Apr 2-3, 2025

  Registration:

  Members: Jan 31, 2025, for $150

  Non-members: Feb 14, 2025, for $185

  Registration ends Mar 26, 2025, or when the event is full.

  The class size is limited to 22 people, and the program cannot be split with another person.

  Not a Member? Consider becoming an Associate Member for $30/year.

  To pay the member registration fee you must become a member before registering for this class.

  Join us here.

  
  

  FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION VISIT: www.bws.wildapricot.org and go to Public Events. If you are a Member be sure to login before registering.

  If you don't login, the system will not know you are a member so you will not be able to register during the members only registration period and the computer will not give you the members only price.
  

  All registrations have to be paid within 5 days of registering. No exceptions please.

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  Program Instructor: 

  The Baltimore Watercolor Society is excited to feature a two day program with award winning local watercolor artist, Nishita Jain. She recently received the BWS LED Billboard Award at Baltimore Watercolor Society Pigments to Pixel All Member Online Show.

  
  

  
  

  Program Subject:

  Discover the art of creating captivating snowy landscapes in this focused workshop. Guided by the instructor, you’ll explore the essential techniques for composing and painting a winter scene that truly engages the viewer. Through live demonstrations and hands-on exercises, the workshop will cover key elements such as cropping reference images for stronger compositions, identifying and emphasizing focal points, establishing values and creating dynamic shadow patterns with expressive brushwork. You’ll also learn how to use a varied palette of hues to elevate the natural brilliance of the paper’s white, bringing your winter scenes to life with depth and vibrancy.

  Perfect for artists looking to refine their skills or explore the beauty of winter landscapes!

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Recommended Experience:

  A good understanding of basic watercolor techniques & some previous experience strongly recommended to benefit from this workshop.
  

  

  Supply List:

  Watercolor Paper

  8X10 or 9X12 Arches/Stonehenge/Fabriano Cold Press 140 fine grain paper

  Note: These are the recommended brands for the class. I personally prefer, and will be using, Arches throught the workshop. You can use blocks, but I recommended buying bigger sheets or rolls for better value.

  Watercolor Paint Tubes

  Cobalt Blue

  Cerulean Blue

  Raw Sienna

  Hansa Yellow OR Indian Yellow

  Quinacridone Gold

  Quinacridone Rose OR Alizarin Crimson

  Dioxazine Purple

  Pthalo Blue

  Lavender

  Indigo OR Payne's Grey OR Neutral Tint

  Lamp Black

  Note: Use only fine art quality pigments such as M. Graham, Daniel Smith, Winsor Newton, Van Gogh, Sennelier, or equivalent brands. Avoid student-grade materials. I love to experiment with a wide range of pigments, and you may see me using pigments other than those listed above, including Prussian Blue, Burnt Sienna, Ultramarine Blue and Yellow Ochre. However, you don't have to buy these as the basic list will suffice for getting good results. Feel free to bring any additional pigments you prefer, but prioritize quality over quantity.

  Brushes

  Hake (medium-sized)

  Round Mop (medium-sized)

  Rigger or Liners (thin and thick)

  1-inch Flat Brush

  2 Round Brushes with good points - Sizes 8 OR 10 and 12 OR 14

  Chinese Calligraphy Brush

  Fan Brush

  Scrubber brushes - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I6DXSG6

  Note: Brush sizes differ across brands. Avoid thin brushes and opt for bigger brushes to achieve loose, atmospheric paintings. Use professional or artist-grade brushes, except for the hake and Chinese calligraphy brushes.

  Additional Supplies

  Gatorboard, Acrylic, or Glass Sheet - Provides a firm support for your paper, especially for wet-on-wet techniques. Avoid drawing boards as they may warp with moisture.

  Old Towel or synthetic table cover - Used under your support board to catch excess water and protect your work surface.

  Raisers (e.g., boxes, paperweights) - Used to adjust the angle of your paper for better control of paint flow and washes.

  Rags or Wipes - For blotting, cleaning brushes, and controlling moisture levels.

  2 Water Containers - One for rinsing brushes and one for clean water during painting.

  Clips or Artists' Tape - Holds your paper securely to the support board to prevent movement.

  Kneaded Erasers - Used for gentle corrections and lifting pencil marks without damaging the paper.

  Fine Mist Spraying Bottle - Helps keep your paint moist and can be used for special effects.

  Masking Fluid - Used to preserve white areas of your paper by masking sections you want to keep free of paint.

  4B & 6B pencils and a sketch book

  Art Markers for value studies

  Palette with deep wells and sizable mixing area

  Preparation Instructions:

  About 30 days before the event, you will receive images from BWS which Nishita will use for the class for both days.

  Biography:

  Nishita Jain has always been captivated by the way light dances through nature, whether it’s the soft glow of a winter morning or the golden hues of a summer sunset. As a Maryland-based watercolor artist, she draws endless inspiration from the open skies and varied landscapes around her home, weaving their quiet beauty into her paintings. Her work often embraces an atmospheric quality, focusing on the interplay of light, shadow, and mood to evoke a sense of place and emotion. Her expressive brushwork and skillful use of a limited palette further enhance the ethereal nature of her art, inviting viewers to pause and find calm in a busy world.

  Her artistic journey has been marked by notable achievements. In 2024, her painting "Towards the Old Footbridge" was shown in the 25th Annual American Impressionist Society National Juried Exhibition, and "On a Higher Plane" was selected for the 104th International Open Exhibition of the National Watercolor Society. Her work has also been featured in Artists Network's Splash 24, where "Winter’s Swan Song" earned an Honorable Mention.

  Her work is regularly exhibited and available for purchase at the Artists' Gallery in Ellicott City. She is a signature member of art societies like the American Society of Marine Artists, Baltimore Watercolor Society, and Philadelphia Watercolor Society.

  At its heart, Nishita’s art is about connection—connecting with nature, with memories, and with the quiet beauty that surrounds us.

  Explore more of Nishita’s work at:

  Website: www.nishita.art

  Instagram: @nishita.art

  Facebook: Nishita Jain Art

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  Program LOGISTICS:

  Price:

  $150.00 for BWS members (Signature Artists, Associates, and Students) and

  $185.00 for non-BWS members.

  The class size is limited to 22 people, and the workshop cannot be split with another person.

  Please pay online if possible. The payment system allows the use of Credit Cards. Otherwise, checks should be made out to Baltimore Watercolor Society. Please email Program chair at yoginidahiwadkar@baltimorewatercolorsociety.org to get the mailing address. 

  Confirmation of your registration will be sent upon receipt of your check or online payment. Checks must be received within 5 days of registration to be considered as registered.

  FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION VISIT:

   www.bws.wildapricot.org and go to Public Events > Upcoming Events. If a Member, be sure to login before registering.

  Remember that these workshops fill up very quickly. When filled, you can join the waiting list.

  Waiting List:

  BWS maintains a workshop and program waiting list once the event is filled. If registrants cancel, BWS fills the openings from the waiting list on a first-come, first-served basis. There are often cancellations, so it is worthwhile joining the waiting list.

  BWS adds names to the waiting list according to the date and time.

  You can't join a waiting list before registration opens.

  Waiting List registrants - Do not send payment until you are informed of an opening and have been sent an invoice. Any check sent before you have been informed you have a spot will be destroyed.

  Cancellations and Refunds:

  BWS makes decisions and incurs fixed costs based on the number of initial registrants. Cancellations can affect these costs even if there is a waiting list. In addition, cancellations incur processing fees and other costs paid by BWS as well as requiring extra time and organizational effort. Refunds for extenuating circumstances are at the discretion of the event coordinator.

  From registration date to 60 days prior to the event = 90% refund 

  59 days to 21days prior = 75% refund

  20 days to 8 days prior = 50% refund

  7 days or fewer = no refund

  In the event of inclement weather, the workshop will still be held unless the Hawthorn Center is unable to open or the workshop instructor is unable to travel. If BWS cancels the workshop, then all paid registrants will receive a full pro-rata refund for those days that were cancelled.

  Check this website for changes, updates and new information.

  Questions and requests to be added to the waiting list can be directed to:

  Yogini Dahiwadkar (BWS Program Chair) at yoginidahiwadkar@baltimorewatercolorsociety.org

  
  

  Location:

  The Hawthorn Center is located in the community of Hickory Ridge in Columbia, Maryland:

  6175 Sunny Spring Rd. Columbia, MD 21044-5623

  Tel: (410) 730-7327

  Workshop Hours:

  Apr 2, 2025- Apr 3, 2025-  Hawthorn Center doors open at 9:30 AM to allow you to set up your workspace. Workshop instruction begins: 10:00 AM and end at 4:00 PM.

  One-hour break for lunch

  Please plan to leave by 4:15 PM. Hawthorne Center closes and doors are locked promptly at 4:30 PM

  Payments:

  BWS prefers online payments, but if you send a check, please have it made out to BWS and reference Nishita Jain Program  in the notes section of your check. Please email Program chair at yoginidahiwadkar@baltimorewatercolorsociety.org to get the mailing address.

  Wearing Masks

  • If you feel more comfortable wearing a mask, feel free to do so at any time.
  • If you are immune compromised and your doctors recommend you only be around people wearing masks, be advised BWS will not be requiring masks for this workshop. 

  If you have any questions, contact Yogini Dahiwadkar, Program Chair at yoginidahiwadkar@baltimorewatercolorsociety.org.

  
  

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