Six Week Intermediate Watercolor Series

(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)

This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.

NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS

Instructor: Linda Griffin

Date: Thursday evenings, six week course*                         Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!

CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):

August 31st

Sept 7th

Sept 14th

Sept 28th

Oct 5th

Oct 12th

Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series

Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery.  Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.

To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at  lindag6@icloud.com .  Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.

Payment Method:   Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly.  Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.

Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult

We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period.  This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward.   In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!

Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you.  It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows.  We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.  

Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.

Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class.  This is an intermediate class.  We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.

Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!

Her corporate collectors include:

The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.

Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.

Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work.  You can see more on her website at   lindagriffin.com

Six Week Intermediate Watercolor Series

(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)

This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.

NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS

Instructor: Linda Griffin

Date: Thursday evenings, six week course*                         Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!

CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):

August 31st

Sept 7th

Sept 14th

Sept 28th

Oct 5th

Oct 12th

Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series

Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery.  Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.

To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at  lindag6@icloud.com .  Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.

Payment Method:   Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly.  Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.

Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult

We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period.  This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward.   In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!

Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you.  It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows.  We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.  

Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.

Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class.  This is an intermediate class.  We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.

Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!

Her corporate collectors include:

The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.

Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.

Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work.  You can see more on her website at   lindagriffin.com

Six Week Intermediate Watercolor Series

(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)

This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.

NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS

Instructor: Linda Griffin

Date: Thursday evenings, six week course*                         Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!

CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):

August 31st

Sept 7th

Sept 14th

Sept 28th

Oct 5th

Oct 12th

Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series

Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery.  Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.

To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at  lindag6@icloud.com .  Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.

Payment Method:   Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly.  Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.

Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult

We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period.  This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward.   In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!

Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you.  It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows.  We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.  

Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.

Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class.  This is an intermediate class.  We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.

Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!

Her corporate collectors include:

The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.

Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.

Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work.  You can see more on her website at   lindagriffin.com

Six Week Intermediate Watercolor Series

(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)

This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.

NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS

Instructor: Linda Griffin

Date: Thursday evenings, six week course*                         Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!

CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):

August 31st

Sept 7th

Sept 14th

Sept 28th

Oct 5th

Oct 12th

Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series

Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery.  Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.

To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at  lindag6@icloud.com .  Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.

Payment Method:   Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly.  Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.

Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult

We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period.  This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward.   In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!

Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you.  It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows.  We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.  

Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.

Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class.  This is an intermediate class.  We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.

Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!

Her corporate collectors include:

The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.

Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.

Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work.  You can see more on her website at   lindagriffin.com

WELCOME to the NC Watercolor Society, Western Region Chapter!

Opening Reception Saturday, September 9, 2023 4:00 - 5:30pm

Featuring ARTIST TALKS by Three of the WSN Western Region members!

Sharron Burns:
 
Sharron has been described as a “contemporary still life painter.”  Her works reflect her love of still life subjects plus crystal and glass. She is a signature member of the Watercolor Society of North Carolina. She has had paintings accepted by the South Carolina Watermedia Society and the Watercolor Society of Alabama and is a member of the American Watercolor Society and the Southern Watercolor Society. She teaches watercolor classes in Mint Hill.

Allan Butt:
 
Allan is an award-winning artist who maintains his studio in Concord, North Carolina. His paintings can be found in many private and corporate collections in the United States and in Europe. His work has been juried into national and international exhibitions and it has been shown in numerous group and one person shows. He serves as President of the Watercolor Society of North Carolina. He is a signature member of the Watercolor Society of North Carolina and the Georgia Watercolor Society. He is a member of the Illinois Watercolor Society, the Southern Watercolor Society, the Watercolor Society of Alabama, the Pennsylvania Watercolor Society and an associate member of the National Watercolor Society and the American Watercolor Society.

Richard Siegel:

Richard’s work is a collaborative effort with nature where technique, control and self-expression are realized. He has a degree in fine arts from the Massachusetts College of Art and studied at the University of Frankfurt in Germany. At the Wentworth Institute in Boston he studied architectural drawing. He is presently a continuing ed instructor at Queens University and Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte, North Carolina. His work may be found in numerous private and corporate collections across the country. Richard also enjoys working with different types of wood, turning bowls and building custom furniture. 

ClearWater and the NCWS Western Region are pleased to present a Fall Watercolor Exhibit, a collaborative Guest Artist Exhibition by WSNC and ClearWater Arts; Watercolor works by NCWS Western Region Members!

Exhibit is ON VIEW in our Main Gallery: August 30 - October 21, 2023

OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, September 9, 2023, 4:00pm - 5:30 pm

(This reception immediately follows our 2nd Saturday Open Studios on Sept. 9th)

There is also a Bold Watercolor Design Workshop taught by preeminent Watercolorist, Linda Griffin, on Sept. 9th from 10:00AM-3:00PM; To register, email instructor Linda Griffin. You can visit her website and take a gallery tour of her beautiful watercolors and see more about this workshop. Limit of 12; First come first served!

Watercolor Workshop taught by NC Watercolor Society, Western Region Chapter Member, Linda Griffin!

In conjunction with collaborative Guest Artist Exhibition by WSNC and ClearWater Arts, we will host a Bold Watercolor Design Workshop taught by preeminent Watercolorist, Linda Griffin, on Sept. 9th from 10:00AM-3:00PM; To register, email instructor Linda Griffin. You can visit her website and take a gallery tour of her beautiful watercolors and see more about this workshop.

Limit of 12; First come first served!

Other Details Regarding this Exhibition:

ClearWater and the NCWS Western Region are pleased to present a Fall Watercolor Exhibit, a Watercolor works by NCWS Western Region Members!

EXHIBIT is ON VIEW in our Main Gallery: August 30 - October 21, 2023

OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, September 9, 2023, 4:00pm - 5:30 pm

(This reception immediately follows our 2nd Saturday Open Studios on Sept. 9th)

Six Week Intermediate Watercolor Series

(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)

This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.

NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS

Instructor: Linda Griffin

Date: Thursday evenings, six week course*                         Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!

CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):

August 31st

Sept 7th

Sept 14th

Sept 28th

Oct 5th

Oct 12th

Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series

Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery.  Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.

To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at  lindag6@icloud.com .  Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.

Payment Method:   Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly.  Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.

Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult

We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period.  This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward.   In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!

Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you.  It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows.  We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.  

Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.

Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class.  This is an intermediate class.  We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.

Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!

Her corporate collectors include:

The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.

Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.

Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work.  You can see more on her website at   lindagriffin.com

Six Week Intermediate Watercolor Series

(STARTS AUGUST 31 - REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS)

This class is organized and presented by Cabarrus Art Guild, a ClearWater tenant. PLEASE SEE BELOW and follow instructions on how to register.

NOTE: MUST REGISTER FOR ALL 6 SESSIONS

Instructor: Linda Griffin

Date: Thursday evenings, six week course*                         Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

*Please Note: The 6-weeks SKIPS A WEEK; no class Thursday Sept. 21, 2023!

CLASS DATES (Starts Aug 31 / Must Register for whole series):

August 31st

Sept 7th

Sept 14th

Sept 28th

Oct 5th

Oct 12th

Class Cost: CAG Members $240 for the six week series / Non-members $300 for the six week series

Location: ClearWater Arts Center & Studios – 223 Crowell Drive, NW, Concord, NC 28025. Greenway Gallery.  Enter from Kerr Street side of building, double doors lower level, by parking lot.

To Register: To register, send an email to Linda at  lindag6@icloud.com .  Registrations will be accepted through August 28th.

Payment Method:   Payment must be made at the time of registration using Venmo, Zelle or sending a check to Linda directly.  Payment info and mailing details will be provided via email.

Class: class size varies between 6 and 10 people, students must be 18 unless accompanied by an adult

We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to work with an outstanding instructor weekly over a six week period.  This will allow you to take the learnings, use them between classes and then get additional feedback to move forward.   In this workshop we will be designing paintings from the photographs you have chosen. We will not be copying them, but cropping, and rearranging elements to simplify and push our creativity. Let’s have fun, while taking some risks with color and design!

Please begin to gather clear photos of subjects that please you, such as flowers, architecture, landscapes, trees etc…whatever interests you.  It is a good idea to begin taking photos with your phones, or small cameras when you see an exciting pattern of light or shadows.  We will not be doing a lot of drawing so don't worry about your skill level in perspective.  

Linda likes to begin the class with students gathered around. She will take each student in turn and talk about a photo they have chosen as subject on which they wish to work. Linda will show various approaches to the photos which helps the entire class garner new ways to look at their own work.

Linda will do demos as called for based on subject matter. She recommends that you wait to do any drawing or stretching of paper until the class.  This is an intermediate class.  We will begin immediately on design and will not focus on brushes, paint or paper.

Linda’s training in art began in Europe where she grew up as the daughter of an Army officer. It was there her love of architecture and travel began to develop. A Washington D.C. native, she achieved early success in oil painting in Virginia and New Jersey. Upon discovering watercolor, however, she realized her true medium. Her favorite subjects are regional architecture with bright, bold color transitions, usually including the addition of flowers and strong shadows. She enjoys painting large pieces that require the viewer to stand back!

Her corporate collectors include:

The Marriott Corporation, which owns 27 original paintings and The Industrial Research Center for Japan, Tokyo, which owns more than 26 original watercolors.

Linda lives in the Charlotte Metro area in North Carolina. She shows her work through galleries or by appointment in her studio. Linda teaches locally and also travels conducting workshops, in addition to tutoring by appointment in her studio.

Shown are a couple of examples of Linda’s work.  You can see more on her website at   lindagriffin.com