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Fan Li's “Via Hofburg” earned and Honorable Mention in the SDWS December Member Show, "Passion & Purpose."

Come see this painting in person and don't forget to vote for the People's Choice Award!

"Passion & Purpose" is on display through Sat 12/27. Note: the SDWS Gallery is closed Christmas day.
December 24, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Registration OPEN for SDWS 2026 Workshops!
𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐱𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩
Ken Goldman, Jan 24–25

𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐬 & 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬
Judd Mercer. Feb 9–11

𝐅𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐘𝐮𝐩𝐨
Wanda Honeycutt, Feb 21–22

𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬
Carolyn Lord, Mar 10–12

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December 23, 2025 at 5:44 PM
“Tiki Elizabeth” by Stephanie Van de Wetering earned and Honorable Mention in the SDWS December Member Show “Passion and Purpose.”

Don't miss seeing this one in person! This show is on display through this Sat 12/27. Note: the SDWS Gallery is closed on Christmas.
December 22, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Looking for a meaningful way to support the SDWS, and receive a tax-deductible benefit? A year-end gift to the SDWS helps sustain exhibitions, workshops, education, and opportunities for artists in our community.

Donate here: www.sdws.org/donations-fo...?
December 19, 2025 at 4:09 PM
“A Whale of an Inn” by Thomas Franco won Best of Miniatures in the SDWS December Member Show, "Passion & Purpose."

On view at the SDWS Gallery through 12/27. Come by any Wed-Sun from 11am-3pm to see the full exhibition.

You can also can view & purchase online: sdws.org/galleryart.p...
December 18, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Call for Entries is now open for the SDWS’s January 2026 Member Exhibition, “Classical Inspiration,” to be juried by Keiko Tanabe!

Watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media pieces are welcome. Submit your work today!

Not a member? Get information here: sdws.org/members.php?...
December 17, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Looking for a meaningful gift for the artist (or art lover) in your life? A SDWS eGift Card is a thoughtful way to support creativity while giving them the freedom to choose what inspires them most.

Your gift is emailed instantly or scheduled for the perfect moment. Details: sdws.org/shop.php.
December 17, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Congrats to Wendy Kwasny, Best of Theme in the December Member Show "Passion & Purpose" goes to her “Contemplation.”

View the exhibition through Sat 12/27. Regular SDWS Gallery hours are Wed - Sun 11am - 3pm and admission is free. Art makes a fantastic holiday gift!
December 17, 2025 at 3:52 PM
“Far Away Look” by Janice Cipriani-Willis earned Third Place in the SDWS December Member Show “Passion and Purpose.”

Come see the full show, juried by Lori Mitchell, through 12/27. Regular Gallery hours are Wed-Sun from 11am - 3pm.

Alternatively view & purchase online: sdws.org/galleryart.p...
December 17, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Color Mixing Bootcamp with Ken Goldman!

Ken will guide you through mastering hue, saturation, value, and temperature in watercolors, acrylics & more.

Register here: sdws.org/classes-deta...
December 17, 2025 at 3:49 PM
“Cherries on Top” by Carolina Dealy won Second Place in the SDWS December Members Show “Passion and Purpose.” Congrats to Carolina!

Get to the SDWS Gallery by 12/27 to see it and the full exhibition Wed - Sun 11am - 3pm.

Or check it out online: sdws.org/galleryart.p...
December 9, 2025 at 6:28 PM
First Place in the SDWS December "Passion and Purpose" Member Exhibition goes to "Passion for Pigeons" by Edward Abrams.

The exhibition runs through 12/27. Regular SDWS Gallery hours are Wed - Sun 11am - 3pm, and admission is FREE.

Thanks to the City of San Diego for financial support.
December 5, 2025 at 5:22 PM
We're closing out 2025 with a special celebration marking our 60th anniversary! Enjoy an evening of food, beverages, & great company during First Friday, 12/5 from 5-8 pm. It's also the Opening Reception of the December Member Show "Passion & Purpose" so of course there will be incredible art too!
December 4, 2025 at 5:27 PM
November "Relfections in Play" exhibition People’s Choice Award Winner was Robin Erickson's “St Mark's Basilica.”

Tim Coleman's "Pura Vida" came in second, and Michael Garberick's "Night" received the third most votes.

Thank you to everyone who visited the gallery and voted!
December 4, 2025 at 5:26 PM
The December Member Show, “Passion & Purpose,” juried by Lori Mitchell, is now on view at SDWS! ✨

Join us for the First Friday Opening Reception this Fri 12/5 from 5–8 pm. We'll also be celebrating the 60th Anniversary of SDWS, so it will be an extra festive First Friday! We hope you can make it.🎉
December 4, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Matting & Framing Workshop: 1 Day Only!
Sat 1/17 2026 from 9am – 3:30pm

Join instructors Susan Hewitt & Denise Tverdoch for a hands-on deep dive into the essentials of matting and framing for gallery exhibitions.

All levels welcome!
🔗 Register here: www.sdws.org/classes-deta...
December 4, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Congrats to Lorri Lynch, her “Into the Fog” received an Honorable Mention in the SDWS November Show, "Reflections in Play."

This show is on display in the SDWS Gallery through Sat 11/29. Gallery hours are Wed - Sun from 11am - 3pm. Admission is always free.
November 28, 2025 at 3:02 PM
“Always Late II” by Julie Anderson won Best of Miniatures in the SDWS November Member show, "Reflections in Play."

Come see the full exhibition through this Sat 11/29 at the SDWS Gallery in the @artsdistrictlibertystation.

Note - the Gallery will be closed on Thanksgiving day.
November 26, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Celebrate 60 Years with SDWS!

Join us as we close out 2025 with a special celebration marking the 60th anniversary of the SDWS! Enjoy an evening of food, beverages & great company during First Friday on 12/5, from 5 to 8 pm.

Let’s toast to six decades of creativity & community, no RSVP required.
November 26, 2025 at 3:32 PM
“Desert Faces” by Risë Parberry earned and Honorable Mention in the November SDWS Member Show, “Reflections in Play.

View this exhibition at the SDWS Gallery through Sat 11/29, and don't miss Risë's upcoming Beginner Workshop – Introduction to Mixed Media on Sat 12/6! Save your spot today!
November 26, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Thomas Franco's painting “They’ve Arrived!” has been awarded Best of Miniatures in the current SDWS current exhibition, “Reflections in Play.”

Come see all the accepted and award-winning works in person at the SDWS gallery. Open Wed – Sun , 11am – 3pm, and admission is always FREE!
November 26, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Call for Entries is now open for the San Diego Watercolor Society’s December Member Exhibition, “Passion and Purpose,” to be juried by Lori Mitchell!

The show runs 11/30 through 11/27, with entry day on 11/29 and jurying on 12/1.

Watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media pieces are welcome.
November 26, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Congratulations to Robin Erickson! Her stunning painting "St. Mark’s Basilica" has been awarded Best of Theme in our November Member Exhibition, "Reflections in Play."

Come see all the paintings on display through Sat 11/29 at the SDWS Gallery. Open Wednesday - Sunday, 11 am - 3 pm.
November 26, 2025 at 3:26 PM
"Layers Of The Past" by Carol Mansfield takes Third Place in the currently showing SDWS November Member's Show "Reflections in Play." Congrats to Carol!

Come view all of the compositions any Wed - Sun 11am - 3pm, through November 29th. Or, view and purchase online: www.sdws.org/galleryart.p...
November 13, 2025 at 6:47 PM
The 2026 SDWS Workshop Schedule is live! All workshops are open for registration, from beginner watercolor methods to advanced mixed media and plein air practices, to expert portraiture and abstract explorations. There’s somethingfor everyone!

Secure your spot today: www.sdws.org/workshopslis...
November 12, 2025 at 3:35 PM