Florida Watercolor Society to Hold Virtual Annual Convention, Tradeshow and Workshops 

The Florida Watercolor Society (FWS), well-known for its unrivaled annual convention, tradeshow and associated workshops, will hold its entire event virtually this year. The convention, to be held September 21 – 27, is a celebration of watermedia, and will include:

• Demonstrations by juror Michael Reardon and workshop instructor Sandy Maudlin, as well as numerous FWS members

• Discussion on the business of being an artist with internationally recognized artist Dean Mitchell

• Panel discussion of national jurors on how to be successful in national exhibitions

• Review of the 49th Annual Exhibition by juror Michael Reardon

• Virtual Exhibit reception and awards presentation

• Studio visits

• Interviews with award winners

• Much more

FWS will also be offering a full range of virtual workshops in conjunction with the convention. They include:

• David Smith, A Watercolor Journey, September 8-11

• Sandy Maudlin, Yupo Experience with Tape Batik, September Sept 15-18

• John Bayalis, Luminous Landscapes, Sept 16

• Kim Minichiello, Color Theory Simplified & Painting Boldly with a Limited Palette, Sept 29

“We are so excited to be providing this inspiring and informative program, and that it will be available to attendees wherever they are,” says Terry Denson, FWS President. 

For more information and to register, visit FWS’s website, www.floridawatercolorsociety.com.  Workshop registration is now open, and convention registration opens mid-July.  Both members and non-members are welcome to join what promises to be exciting and informative events.