When:
May 13 – 15, 2025
Where:
American Legion Post 397
1225 Hickory Ave
Harahan, LA 70123
Eighteen very enthusiastic watercolorists attended this workshop and had nothing but glowing praise for what they learned and how willing David was to share.
Valerie Clark remembers his mantra “What’s white, what’s white, what’s white …”
Joleen Schiller LWS remembers another, “Doing a fine job, doing a fine job” and commented that “David was very enthusiastic about sharing as much information as he could.”
Peggy Kirby-Paradise, LWS President, remembers vividly “David called the puddle of paint Mr. Bead; if you don’t see Mr. Bead you’re not using enough water.”
Carol Creel LWS was the workshop coordinator and stated “David was very detailed in defining each step of his demo. Three paintings in three days, learning new techniques was a stretch but everyone did a great job. It was a good workshop.”
Thank you, David!
David R. Smith, AWS, NWS
Internationally recognized David R. Smith, AWS, NWS, signature member of the American Watercolor Society and National Watercolor Society, will serve as Juror and Judge. He received the highest recognition awarded by the Transparent Watercolor Society of America – the Skyledge Award, as well as numerous “Best of Show” awards for both his studio and plein air work. David first learned Chinese Brush Painting, then fell in love with Western watercolor techniques. With over 25 years of experience as a public-school teacher, he is skilled at breaking down complex concepts and skills into easily learned chunks and now enjoys helping workshop participants find success with watercolor. As much as he loves to paint, he has found sharing his watercolor passion through instruction even more gratifying. David will serve as Juror, Judge, and Workshop Presenter for the 55th Annual LWS International Exhibit. View more about David at www.dsmithfineart.com.