newsletter july 2013

JULY 2013
‘Lost In Thought’
NEWSLETTER
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, and
he teaches a three-step process he developed in
his 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.
‘Maninara Sauce II’
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.
Arne at work
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.
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 galleries
and 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.com
or call (503) 930-4572.
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.
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!
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.
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 new
member 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.
JULY 2013
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EVOLUTION AND CHANGE
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!
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.
HWS can help keep us young and vibrant. We need your help to
do so.
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://hawaiiwatercolorsociety.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.
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.
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.
Several Board members are retiring from active duty this year:
Susan Phillips our Membership Chair; Rochelle Weidner is slated
—Paint ON!