Take a walk down memory lane and enjoy a guided tour of Brevard Watercolor Society's "Watercolors of Olde Brevard," featuring watercolor paintings created from old black and white taken of various subjects prior to 1960. Local historians and artists will talk about the stories behind the paintings and share some interesting local history. This is […]
Part 1, Wednesday, Dec 6th, 5-8 pm The focus is on painting parts in several different ways, not on a finished painting. The lessons are comprehensive and will lay the groundwork for finished paintings later. You will see TOM demonstrate and then have plenty of time to practice under his watchful eye. You will paint […]
Meeting in Room 2. Come join us for the first meeting of 2024! This is the last meeting before Splash! Get the latest information and volunteer opportunities. CLICK HERE FOR SPLASH PROSPECTUS Following the meeting, Richard Davis will demonstrate techniques for "Sloppy Flowers." Since this is a demonstration, there is no need to bring supplies. […]
Instructor: Ed Carlson Subject: Snow Scene Description: This workshop will guide you through painting a winter landscape in watercolor. Cost: Members - FREE Non-Members $20 Register by completing the form below:
The Brevard Watercolor Society’s annual art show, “Splash! of Watercolor”, will be held Saturday and Sunday, February 17th and 18th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. both days. This event will take place at the Azan Shrine Temple, 1591 W. Eau Gallie Boulevard, Melbourne, FL. Admission and parking are free. “Splash of Watercolor” will […]
Meeting in Room 2. WORKSHOP DEMO ARTIST: Barbara Brook NOTE: First-time visitors are welcome to attend for $20 which, if becoming a member THAT day, will be deducted from the […]
WATERCOLOR BATIK ON RICE PAPER 2-Day Workshop Artist: Barbara Brook Dates: Sunday, March 10, 2024 @ 9am-4pm Monday, March 11, 2024 @ 9am-4pm Location: Hester Wagner Community House Details: Learn the basics of batik painting with returning artist and BWS Member, Barbara Brook. The batik process involves repeatedly alternating layers of wax with watercolor paint. […]
Instructor: Susan Blakeslee Subject: Overcoming Hurdles in Plein Air Painting Description: This workshop will deal with the difficulties that every artist faces when beginning a painting either en plein air or in the studio. Topics covered include finding a subject, deciding on a focal point and sticking to it, plus working around, jumping over and […]
Subject: Floral Fun with Brusho Instructor: Jan Jamil – Jan Kawamoto Jamil has more than 40 years experience teaching art to all ages. She has a well planned, facilitative teaching style where class participants are invited to explore the medium she is introducing. All levels are welcome! Description: For this event Jan will help participants […]
Meeting in Room 2. Come join us for discussions about our future! The Board and Committee Chairs met in April to review the organization's needs for sustainment and growth. Come […]
Instructor: Cindy McKee The object of this workshop will be to work from a black & white reference photo to create a colorful coconut composition using values and blending colors from a limited palette. Cost: Members - FREE Non-Members - $20 Register by completing and submitting the form below:
Join your BWS friends for an enchanting day of inspiration at the Fairy Market at Rockledge Gardens, 10:00-11:30am. FREE. We will follow with lunch at River Rocks Dockside (6485 South US 1, Rockledge) beginning at 12:00pm. The gardens open at 9:00am, and the Fairy Market begins at 11:00am. It is suggested that you arrive by […]
This workshop will be a little different from what we usually do. We have put together two panels of talented artists who are going to share some of their knowledge […]
Meeting in Room 2 NEW! Meetings start at noon with a brown bag lunch/socializing hour. NOTE: First-time visitors are welcome to attend for $20 which, if becoming a member THAT […]
For those of you not attending the Florida Watercolor Society Convention, BWS member Ed Carlson will be leading us in a much-loved subject of a lighthouse with his signature dramatic […]
Artists Ahoy! Raise your brushes for the October Call For Art! We are sailing into a new season and hope to see enthusiastic painters ready to share their work at the Eau Gallie Library on October 7th. There is no specific theme this month, so your choice of subject matter is as wide as the […]
Let's have a HOWLING GOOD TIME! Join BWS for a Potluck Brunch on Thursday October 17th, 9:00am-12:00pm noon at the Pelican Beach Clubhouse, located at 1495 N Hwy A1A in Satellite Beach. RSVP by October 10th via text to Sheila Harnois at 860-383-5822, or via email at sharnois44@gmail.com. Bring a SMILE and a dish to […]
This is sure to be a super fun workshop with instructor Therese Ferguson, focusing on abstract animals. Therese will supply line drawings of several animals and demonstrate a loose and […]
It’s the Fall Art Call, Y’all! THYME to SPICE up the Eau Gallie Library, STUFFING it with a HARVEST of beautiful watercolors. There is no designated theme, so we will have a CORNUCOPIA of subjects. The library patrons will FEAST their eyes! I’m PIE-ning for you to share your creativity on November 4th. Thanksgiving is […]
Meeting in Room 2. NEW! Meetings start at noon with a brown bag lunch/socializing hour. NOTE: First-time visitors are welcome to attend for $20 which, if becoming a member THAT […]
‘Tis a month before Christmas, it’s now time to start The Eau Gallie Library’s looking for art! Library patrons will linger and stare, At the beautiful paintings the artists will share. If visions of sugarplums dance in your head Or visions of reindeer, or mittens, or sleds Or children with presents, or landscapes with snow, […]
Oh, What Fun! 5:00-6:00pm Mix and Mingle hour with Charcuterie Board on the lighted patio. 6:00-9:00pm Festive Buffet Dinner (including Chicken Parmesan, Meatballs, Eggplant Parmesan, Baked Ziti, Garden Salad, assorted desserts, coffee, complimentary soft drinks). Cash Bar Dancing, with an 85,000-song Jukebox! Guests Welcome Please bring a gift for Yankee swap (less than $10) COST […]
Brevard Watercolor Society presents “FLORA & FAUNA AT THE REFUGE” JANUARY 2, 2025 - MARCH 29, 2025 "Berry Season" by Therese Payne Ferguson, Best of Flora 2022 This is a […]
Ever wanted to try working on black paper? Well, now is your chance! BWS will supply the paper and transfer paper for you to do two paintings. Daisies will use […]
February is love month, so naturally that's our theme at the Eau Gallie Library Art Exhibit! BWS members, paint what you love, or pull out something you’d love to share! […]
The Brevard Watercolor Society’s annual art show, “Splash! of Watercolor”, will be held Saturday and Sunday, February 15th and 16th, 2025, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm both days. This […]
Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Splash! of Watercolor Art Show, with a HeART of Florida theme. Open to all BWS members and guests. Light refreshments will be served.
Wickham Park Community Center 2815 Leisure Way, Melbourne, FL 32935 Meeting in Room 2 Social hour begins at noon. At 1:00pm we will have a very brief business meeting followed […]
Watercolor Workshop with Robin Lee Makowski, MWS, FWS, NMWS-MP, WFWS. Join Robin at Hester House and learn the tips and tricks of painting glass and shiny objects in watercolor. This […]
Learn the Neurographic Art method and draw your cares away while producing new neuropathways of peace and joy, improving creativity and developing a new way to see the world. Neurographic […]