Classes, News and Events
WATERCOLOR 2022 at the Norris Cultural Center
A great time was had by all who attended the Watercolor 2022 exhibit at the Norris Cultural Center in St. Charles, IL. We enjoyed seeing so many familiar faces again after the two year hiatus.
The Kaneville Watercolor Group was well-represented. Several beautiful paintings were on display, and were recognized with three awards.
The Kaneville Watercolor Group was well-represented. Several beautiful paintings were on display, and were recognized with three awards.
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Tony Armendariz was the judge, who gave excellent explanations for his process in choosing the winners. |
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I was honored to receive the Award of Excellence, along with Susi Schuele and Wendi Lam.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Pattie Linden Seifrid
Getting back together again!
Another entry from Fatima Figueiredo
My two "non-winning" entries.
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Pictured with exhibit judge, Tony, are the five artists who received Honorable Mention recognition.
From left to right are Jennifer Soule, Pattie Linden Siefrid, Fatima Figueiredo, Joan Bredindick, and Dan Danielson. My Award of Excellence painting
Fatima Figueiredo
More excellent artwork!
Debbie Freerksen
Mary Ellen Seagrave
Pattie Linden Seifrid 2 and 3
I am pleased to have my painting "Dodson Falls" accepted into the Transparent Watercolor Society of America's 46th Annual Juried Exhibition in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
The exhibit opens May 7, 2022 at the Kenosha Public Museum. 
I am honored to have my painting "Fishing on the Vermillion River" accepted into the 155th International American Watercolor Society exhibit. The annual exhibit will be held
April 11-30th at the prestigious Salmagundi Club in New York City. |
Good News! Kaneville watercolor classes will resume on April 1, 2022!
You can email me at rjkwatercolors@gmail.com for info.
You can email me at rjkwatercolors@gmail.com for info.
Come Join Us!
West of the Fox Valley in the little town of Kaneville, on any given Friday afternoon, students are learning about and creating watercolor paintings, as well as enjoying the camaraderie of fellow artists, in a large sunny classroom in the Community Center, once part of the old Kaneville High School.
Classes are held every Friday afternoon from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. They are open to all students of all levels of expertise. We have continuing students of every level, all very enthusiastic and welcoming. In each session there will be a critique of work completed the previous week, a new demo, then time to create your own watercolor painting. Consider starting or continuing your art journey this year in an energetic setting, and join us on Friday afternoons!
Vaccinations are required. Masks are optional.
Contact me at rjkwatercolors@gmail.com for more information, and a list of supplies to bring to your first class!
Classes are held every Friday afternoon from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. They are open to all students of all levels of expertise. We have continuing students of every level, all very enthusiastic and welcoming. In each session there will be a critique of work completed the previous week, a new demo, then time to create your own watercolor painting. Consider starting or continuing your art journey this year in an energetic setting, and join us on Friday afternoons!
Vaccinations are required. Masks are optional.
Contact me at rjkwatercolors@gmail.com for more information, and a list of supplies to bring to your first class!
It's Back! The Annual Danada Nature Art Show
This Friday, October 8th! After canceling last year's show due to Covid, the annual exhibit has returned!
Come out to the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's held on the grounds of the beautiful Danada House in Wheaton, IL. In the 46th Annual Danada Nature Art Show, artists highlights the natural environment, without any evidence of human influence, through both painting and photography.
The exhibit hours are:
Friday , October 8 , from 1-4 p.m.
Saturday, October 9 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.
and Sunday, October 10, from 11:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Reception for the artists will be held on Friday, October 8, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
3S501 Naperville Road, Wheaton.
Parking and admission is free.
I will have 2 paintings in the exhibit. Several of my current students will also be exhibiting their work.
Come out to the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's held on the grounds of the beautiful Danada House in Wheaton, IL. In the 46th Annual Danada Nature Art Show, artists highlights the natural environment, without any evidence of human influence, through both painting and photography.
The exhibit hours are:
Friday , October 8 , from 1-4 p.m.
Saturday, October 9 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.
and Sunday, October 10, from 11:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Reception for the artists will be held on Friday, October 8, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
3S501 Naperville Road, Wheaton.
Parking and admission is free.
I will have 2 paintings in the exhibit. Several of my current students will also be exhibiting their work.
"Lily"
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"Textures of Nature"
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The Illinois Watercolor Society's " Small Waters" national exhibition will be held at the Schoenherr Gallery at North Central College in Naperville, IL 60540.
The exhibit features smaller scale pieces by award-winning artists from across the country.
The opening reception is Friday, July 19 at 6-8 P.M.
The exhibit will be on display until September 14, 2019.
"Intensity"
I'm honored to have my painting "Intensity" selected for the exhibition.
Illinois Watercolor Society Annual Members Show
August 3-30, 2019
Bloomingdale Park District Museum
108 S. Bloomingdale Rd, Bloomingdale IL. 60108
Reception–Sunday, August 11th, 2-4 pm
"Reaching For the Light"
My painting "Reaching For the Light" will be included in the exhibit.
The Illinois Watercolor Society's 35th Annual National Exhibition
The Next Picture Show Gallery
113 W. First St. Dixon, IL
My painting "Natures Web" was selected
for the show.
May 3, 2019–show opens
Hours: Tues. thru Sat. 10:00 a.m-4:00 p.m.
May 4, 2019 –1:00-4:00 p.m.
Reception and Awards Presentation
May 24, 2019 -show closes
113 W. First St. Dixon, IL
My painting "Natures Web" was selected
for the show.
May 3, 2019–show opens
Hours: Tues. thru Sat. 10:00 a.m-4:00 p.m.
May 4, 2019 –1:00-4:00 p.m.
Reception and Awards Presentation
May 24, 2019 -show closes
Saturday-April 27, 2019, The Annual Spring Art Sale!
at The Palette and Chisel Academy of Fine Arts
1012 N. Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610
11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Hundreds of oils, watercolors and sculptures will be on sale. All works will be sold for $300 or less. The sale will feature works of Palette and Chisel members and students. Thirty percent of the sale helps to fund renovation and repair of The Palette and Chisel Academy, of one of Chicago's landmark buildings.
I will have several paintings for sale:
1. "Dawn on the Farm" gouache 16" X 20' framed - $175.00
2. "Splashing" watercolor 14" X 17" framed-$50.00
3. " Christmas Abstract" watercolor 16" X 12" framed - $60.00
4. "September Light" gouache 15.5" X 17.5" framed - $200.00
5. "White Heron" gouache 17" X 21" framed- $300.00
6. "On a Cold Day" gouache 14" X 18" framed - $150.00
7. "Banff Mountains" gouache 16" X 18" framed - $300.00
at The Palette and Chisel Academy of Fine Arts
1012 N. Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610
11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Hundreds of oils, watercolors and sculptures will be on sale. All works will be sold for $300 or less. The sale will feature works of Palette and Chisel members and students. Thirty percent of the sale helps to fund renovation and repair of The Palette and Chisel Academy, of one of Chicago's landmark buildings.
I will have several paintings for sale:
1. "Dawn on the Farm" gouache 16" X 20' framed - $175.00
2. "Splashing" watercolor 14" X 17" framed-$50.00
3. " Christmas Abstract" watercolor 16" X 12" framed - $60.00
4. "September Light" gouache 15.5" X 17.5" framed - $200.00
5. "White Heron" gouache 17" X 21" framed- $300.00
6. "On a Cold Day" gouache 14" X 18" framed - $150.00
7. "Banff Mountains" gouache 16" X 18" framed - $300.00
CLASSES
Watercolor classes are ongoing at the Kaneville Community Center in beautiful rural Kaneville, IL. on Fridays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Adult classes. All skill levels are invited.
$25.00 per class. You may pay as you go.
Please use the contact form if you are interested in joining my class.
For more information and a supply list, call 630/557-2027, or
email at rjkwatercolors@gmail.com.
Watercolor classes are ongoing at the Kaneville Community Center in beautiful rural Kaneville, IL. on Fridays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Adult classes. All skill levels are invited.
$25.00 per class. You may pay as you go.
Please use the contact form if you are interested in joining my class.
For more information and a supply list, call 630/557-2027, or
email at rjkwatercolors@gmail.com.
For Your Library
My newest book, "Principles and Techniques of Drawing and Painting" is a compilation of over forty years of study, research, drawing and painting.
Find information for ordering in the Books section.
My newest book, "Principles and Techniques of Drawing and Painting" is a compilation of over forty years of study, research, drawing and painting.
Find information for ordering in the Books section.
The "Watercolor 18" show at the Norris Cultural Center in St. Charles, IL, was well attended. It is always a pleasure to share perspectives with other artists. I received an Award of Merit for my painting "Fishing on the Vermillion". Two of my students who are fine artists in their own right, also won awards. Congratulations to Pattie Seifrid and Fatima Figuerdo.
My painting, "D&M Falls" was selected
for the Illinois Watercolor Society's
34th National Exhibition.
this past May, 2018 at
The Next Picture Show
113 W. First St. Dixon, Illinois 61021
for the Illinois Watercolor Society's
34th National Exhibition.
this past May, 2018 at
The Next Picture Show
113 W. First St. Dixon, Illinois 61021
DANADA FINE ART & PHOTOGRAPY NATURE SHOW
October, 2017
It is always gratifying to be recognized for one's artwork. I was given an award this past weekend at the annual Danada Fine Art Nature Show. What is more satisfying though, is to have my students recognized for their work. It was a joy to see the surprise and elation on the faces of some of my students. Congratulations to Melissa for a beautiful painting, (which should have won an award in my opinion), and to both Debbie Freerksen and Karen Dodson for receiving awards. Well done! Persistence pays off!
October, 2017
It is always gratifying to be recognized for one's artwork. I was given an award this past weekend at the annual Danada Fine Art Nature Show. What is more satisfying though, is to have my students recognized for their work. It was a joy to see the surprise and elation on the faces of some of my students. Congratulations to Melissa for a beautiful painting, (which should have won an award in my opinion), and to both Debbie Freerksen and Karen Dodson for receiving awards. Well done! Persistence pays off!
Demonstrations
A packed house welcomed me back again this past April for another watercolor demonstration at Dick Blick's in Wheaton, sponsored by the Illinois Watercolor Society.
Thank you for inviting me to give a demonstration at the Artists Association of Elk Grove Village in March. It was a great group who had a lot of good questions. I always enjoy the opportunity to teach to a receptive audience.
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Other Publications
North Light Shop published an e-magazine "Painting Water with Oil, Watercolor and Pastel" The cover of the magazine is a portion of one of my paintings, and has a section reprinted from the January, 2014 Artist's Magazine
of my article on painting water in watercolor.
of my article on painting water in watercolor.
