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SIGN UP FOR A WORKSHOP WITH ARNE WESTERMAN. Arne Westerman (right and below right), a master artist and workshop teacher, will be sharing his skills, and experience with us during the week of October 7–11 at the Gallery on the Pali, located in the Unitarian Church at 2400 Pali Hwy.

Arne began his career as an advertising artist, andhe teaches a three-step process he developed inhis illustration career to create vivid figurative paintings. A renowned artist as well as a favorite workshop master, Arne will inspire you to improve your style and grow your joy of painting! The paintings of Arne Westerman can be found in galleries and collections around the world. His advice to artists is to learn to enjoy drawing and observing the scenes of everyday life.Find out more about Arne at his website: go to www.arnewesterman.com. For complete details on this workshop go to: http://hawaiiwatercolorsociety.squarespace.com/workshop-details/.

Send your $100.00 deposit by August 1st in order to reserve your space at this premier event—it’s sure to be a sellout.

SIGNATURE MEMBER SHOW AND ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY. Mark your calendars!The Hawai`i Watercolor Society’s annual Holiday Party will be held in conjunction with the Signature Member Show at the beautiful home of Susan and Claude Phillips, 148 Ku`upua Street in Kailua.

The party will be held on December1st from 5:30 - 8:30 pm and will include dinner. At just $35 per person, it’s always a great event, and this is the last year it will be held at this lovely venue.

The Signature Member Show runs from November 17, 2013 through January 3, 2014. It is a juried show with cash prizes. The show will be advertised and available for public viewing by appointment. If you are a Signature Member (and you know who you are) please let Susan know by Sept. 1, 2013. Susan Phillips’ contacts are: kailuasu@hawaii.rr.com, (808) 551-0076 or (808) 262-9626.

SIGN UP FOR A WORKSHOP WITH ARNE WESTERMAN. Arne Westerman (right and below right), a master artist and workshop teacher, will be sharing his skills, and experience with us during the week of October 7–11 at the Gallery on the Pali, located in the Unitarian Church at 2400 Pali Hwy.

Arne began his career as an advertising artist, andhe teaches a three-step process he developed inhis illustration career to create vivid figurative paintings. A renowned artist as well as a favorite workshop master, Arne will inspire you to improve your style and grow your joy of painting! The paintings of Arne Westerman can be found in galleries and collections around the world. His advice to artists is to learn to enjoy drawing and observing the scenes of everyday life.Find out more about Arne at his website: go to www.arnewesterman.com. For complete details on this workshop go to: http://hawaiiwatercolorsociety.squarespace.com/workshop-details/.

Send your $100.00 deposit by August 1st in order to reserve your space at this premier event—it’s sure to be a sellout.

SIGNATURE MEMBER SHOW AND ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY. Mark your calendars!The Hawai`i Watercolor Society’s annual Holiday Party will be held in conjunction with the Signature Member Show at the beautiful home of Susan and Claude Phillips, 148 Ku`upua Street in Kailua.

The party will be held on December1st from 5:30 - 8:30 pm and will include dinner. At just $35 per person, it’s always a great event, and this is the last year it will be held at this lovely venue.

The Signature Member Show runs from November 17, 2013 through January 3, 2014. It is a juried show with cash prizes. The show will be advertised and available for public viewing by appointment. If you are a Signature Member (and you know who you are) please let Susan know by Sept. 1, 2013. Susan Phillips’ contacts are: kailuasu@hawaii.rr.com, (808) 551-0076 or (808) 262-9626.

HWS CELEBRATES NATIONAL OCEANS MONTH AT THE HONOLULU AQUARIUM. HWS members Patrice Federspeil (right), Candace Fenander (below) and Jerry Mayfield offered painting demonstrations on June 29th at the Honolulu Aquarium. Fine weather and interested observers brought the joy of watercolor painting to new potential artists.

SINK YOUR TOES INTO THE SAND AND PAINT IN LAHAINA. “Loose, Interpretive Plein Air Painting” is an exciting workshop with noted artist Robert Burridge(right) to be held from October 1 through 11 in Lahaina, Maui. Working with Bob, you may produce a body of work, a series of paintings or your own solo show during this in-depth weeklong retreat. Bob will demonstrate how to achieve expressive loose techniques in water based mediums, either realistic, abstract, or collage. Day trips to beauty spots will inspire landscape artists. This dynamic artist will change the way you work and give you loads of great tips and tricks to improving your art and enjoying your work even more.

Burridge is a celebrated contemporary painter with prestigious awards; his work hangs in galleriesand permanent collections around the world. Read more about Bob at robertburridge.com.

For complete details and to enroll for this workshop, go to info@artinthemountains.comor call (503) 930-4572.

HWS HOT TIP: Watercolor experts have a neat trick for avoiding paper buckling. They moisten the back of their paper and let it dry before putting water on the front to create a painting. This handy hint makes framing the work much easier when it’s ready.

HAVE YOU EVER TRIED POURING YOUR WATERCOLORS? This technique is so much fun, and master artist Jean Grastorf can show you her signature method on the dvd, “Pouring Transparent Watercolor with Jean Grastorf”, HWS dvd #131.

Jean uses watercolors without a brush, masking areas she wants to save as white or a light value and allowing the watery colors to mingle and create beautiful blends. Her pouring technique is great for loosening up and getting lively backgrounds in your own paintings.

To borrow this dvd contact Jane Houk at 262-4448 or email her at HYPERLINK "mailto:janehouk@hawaii.rr.com" janehouk@hawaii.rr.com. Instructions for borrowing can be found on the HWS website. Click on “Membership” then “Library” then “Video/DVD List” to see the entire library listing. Also, please remember that it is each member’s responsibility to note the deadline and return the dvds on time. Mahalo, and enjoy!

EVER WONDER WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE ON THE HWS BOARD OF DIRECTORS? We recently asked our Board members for their feedback, and here’s what some of them had to say.

“I’ve enjoyed the satisfaction of making a contribution, however small, to HWS. I’ve met and gotten to know many artists by being on the Board, learned how the organization operates, and accrued many tips on how to be a better artist.” —Jane Houk

“It has been a real pleasure joining the Board and getting to know so many others who share the love of watercolor. As I am relatively new to watercolor, I have really appreciated the encouragement of some Board members as I try new subjects and styles. What a wonderful mix of artists to get to know!—Jim Kennedy

“I was eager to get involved with the local watercolor society when I moved to Oahu 4 years ago. I ended up meeting some of the members of Hawai`i Watercolor Society, and the excitement was so infectious. I have served on the Board as the Workshop Chair and continue to find that the relationships with HWS members keeps me passionate about growing as an artist.”— Rebecca Snow Cleghorn

“As a member of HWS for several years, I was curious about how the organization functioned, so I answered the call for new Board members last year. I’ve found it a most enlightening experience and unexpectedly, I’ve found my passion for watercolor painting has grown significantly in a relatively short time. I am enjoying my work on the newsletter as well. HWS is a great crucible for watercolor artists who want to fire up their work.” —Linda Umstead

There are a number of opportunities coming up for those of you who would like to be inspired and contribute to HWS as a newmember of the Board. Find out more. Contact HWS President Patrice Federspeil at artofaloha.com, or Membership Chairman Susan Phillips at kailuasu@hawaii.rr.com, (808) 551-0076 or (808) 262-9626.

JBPH-HICKAM FALL CRAFT FAIR: CALL FOR EXHIBITORS The 38th Annual JBPH-Hickam Fall Craft Fair announces registration beginning on July 16th at 10 AM. This event will be open to the public on Saturday November 9th from 9 am until 3 pm at the Arts and Crafts Center at Hickam Air Force Base. Registration begins July 16 at 10AM, and runs through November 8. Walk in applicants are accepted Tuesday – Thursday, from 10 am to 6 pm and Friday/Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm at the Hickam Arts & Crafts Center. All work must be created by the exhibitors. Booth rates are reasonable and two artists may share a booth at a reduced rate.

This could be a good venue for displaying and selling your art. For details and application information, telephone Donna Sommer at 448-9907 x 101 or x102, or email donna.sommer@navy.mil.

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EVOLUTION AND CHANGE to be voted in as President, leaving the position of Vice President open; Jane Houk, Librarian (thanks to new member Davilla Harding for stepping in to take her place). Jerry Mayfield, Treasurer, needs an assistant who will be able to take over in 2015.

What role can you take to keep HWS alive and growing? The Board meets from 4:30–6 pm the first Wednesday of every month. Please email info@hawaiiwatercolorsociety.org to let us know how you can participate.

Last year HWS held one of the most beautiful Open Exhibits ever at Linekona. This year’s entries are beginning to trickle in. You received the prospectus in last month’s newsletter. If you’ve misplaced yours, you can download another at: http://hawaiiwater-colorsociety.squarespace.com/juried-exhibit-information/Send your image files to: info@hawaiiwatercolorsociety.org and your paperwork to HWS c/o the ARTS at Marks Garage by August 12, 2013.

Bring a friend, neighbor, family member or student to an HWS event. Every year we lose a few members to natural attrition. Fortunately, malihinis are always coming to the islands. Someone you know, or are about to meet, might want to learn to paint. We welcome newcomers to the arts. They keep us young with their fresh ideas and perspectives. Invite new friends to join HWS today.

—Paint ON!

Most of us have lived through plenty of change in our lives. HWS is brimming with stories to be told both through words and images. One morning in June, several Board members took to the phones to get to know our members better. We called and asked who we are as an organization, what we like about HWS, and what we would like to see changed.

We learned that while most members paint some, many wished they painted more, and some have given it up. Most are pleased to read the newsletter online, understanding the cost savings it affords us. A few would like a ride to the holiday party (Dec 1) or the next free demo (1–3 pm Oct. 6 at the ARTS at Marks). Some volunteered to help with exhibit work — Mahalo nui loa!

HWS can help keep us young and vibrant. We need your help to do so.

Special thanks to Linda Umstead for volunteering to edit/create our newsletter each month! Linda first joined HWS in 2006 and joined the Board in 2012 as a Member-at-Large. This is the second newsletter she has produced, and as you can see, we are in for a pleasant read. Linda is also doing a wonderful job creating posters for HWS events.

Several Board members are retiring from active duty this year: Susan Phillips our Membership Chair; Rochelle Weidner is slated

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