NMWS Members Only Juried Fall 2023 Exhibition

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 10.5 x 14
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Artist Web Link (Optional): teacupinspiration.blogspot.com
Say something about this piece: Northern New Mexico moves me so much -- Magpies, sage and dark mountains!

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 16 x 14
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Artist Web Link (Optional): teacupinspiration.blogspot.com
Say something about this piece: I love wildflowers - some of the most gorgeous are the white prickly poppies growing along roadsides. Gambels Quail eat the poppy seeds.

Best of Show
NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 9 x 14 x 1
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: Painting the owl camouflaged against the fall leaves presented a challenge, but seeing the feathers as shapes simplified the process.

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 14 x 11 x 1
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Artist Web Link (Optional): http://Facebook.com/artbybeckithomas
Say something about this piece: The beauty of the desert splashed with color

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: no

Dimensions: 14 x 10 x 0.12
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: This little old rowboat has character. It has weathered many storms and it seemed ready to set out for more adventure.

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: no

Dimensions: 14 x 10 x 0.12
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: Hiking in New Mexico always brings new adventure. These ruins took my breath away.

Second Place
NMWS Chapter: ABQ
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 20 x 18.5
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: The Albuquerque rose garden is a wonderful place where inspiration can be found.

Viewers' Choice
NMWS Chapter: ABQ
Signature Member of NMWS: no

Dimensions: 30 x 22
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: Here come the Vintage Autos in the 4th of July Parade on Cape Cod!

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 10 x 9 x 1
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: The mama and baby donkeys were standing as if posed for a picture, which of course, I took so that I could do a painting of their happy faces.

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 10 x 14 x 1
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: Views from Ghost Ranch are enchanting!

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: no

Dimensions: 21.25 x 15.5
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: She was just sitting there, the lady of a fading legacy. Tired, slumped a bit, but still elegant in her finery. She was there. Working. Beautiful.

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: no

Dimensions: 12 x 8
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: Bengal cats are beautiful with their wild looking coats and distinctive green eyes. May I introduce "Bennie".

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: no

Dimensions: 14 x 11.2
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: In a "good" year, the desert floor turns a vibrant orange down Baylor Canyon Road near Las Cruces, New Mexico.

NMWS Chapter: ABQ
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 10 x 14
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: I've been visiting this place my entire life. Now once a year we meet old friends there for a week. It's definitely one of my "Happy'' places.

NMWS Chapter: ABQ
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 13 x 17
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: I went with a friend to an art show in Taos and just couldn't resist this view.

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: no

Dimensions: 14 x 10 x 1.5
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: When looking for a nice sketching spot on a very hot day, I discovered this tree and its shade. What a comfortable spot!

NMWS Chapter: ABQ
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 8 x 10
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: Quiet, green garden in Taos. Place to relax and dream.

NMWS Chapter: ABQ
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 11 x 9
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: A visit with a good friend is always a happy place

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 9 x 12
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Say something about this piece: I have been inspired to paint landscapes by Georgia O'Keeffe. I have painted on site at her locations several times.

NMWS Chapter: SC
Signature Member of NMWS: yes

Dimensions: 12 x 14 x 1
Predominant Medium: Watercolor
Artist Web Link (Optional): http://www.pennytsimpson.com
Say something about this piece: Wandering the Farmers Market is very fun Saturday activity. There are always an assortment of things begging to be painted!